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01-28-2013, 07:24 PM | #23 |
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Something stinks about the shifter boot explanation. Why wouldn't they just reinstall it. Oh yeah, they're waiting for the next insurance inspector - Yah that's it. Forget it!
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The issue of the shifter plate is indeed strange. I believe the car was towed. Flood cars go everywhere. The top has a couple of micro switches which control the movement of the top. If that is the problem then not to worry. I would see if I could get the BMW dealer to assist you with an inspection. The shifter plate story is lame.
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01-29-2013, 12:38 PM | #26 |
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Roof top is a minus, but not something I am extremely concerned about, like you mentioned Colorado.
But that baseplate is just very peculiar and doesn't sit well with me. If purchasing the car, I will definitely do a PPI, but would that eliminate the possibility that it was towed, something was wrong with the car before, etc.? Maybe, maybe not. Since I am some 3,000 miles away and can't check the car myself, is anyone in NorthCal (S. SanFran) that would be interested in a free test-drive? |
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01-29-2013, 01:33 PM | #27 |
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Wow, you must really like this color combo to even consider buying a car sight unseen with just a PPI and a forum member's assessment despite the sketchy backstory
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01-29-2013, 03:19 PM | #28 |
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Also because it is used it should qualify for CPO. If the Dealer is not willing to Certify the car then you dotn want it. Otherwise get the extra two years or 100K mile warranty for $2000.00 and take her for a spin. I say that it is likely a good deal. To me though it sounds like a repo and that is fine by me.
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I would NEVER buy something sight unseen, esp a complicated piece of eqt such as a car. Yes, the color combo is great (I have white on red) but it's not exactly a rare thing and I'm sure that you could find something closer to your home. Also, if a new one is indeed just a few thousand dollars more, you should really consider that instead of buying a potential headache. |
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I guess I will have to pass on this one... I saw a local Atacama Yellow? Liked that color when I first saw it, but as a daily driver... hmm. It has 1k miles, CPO'd, but pretty sure it's a test-driven car. CarFax labels as a manufacture vehicle. |
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Repo'd is fine, but if dealer is lying then I'd wonder if it was just a repo or if there was damage. |
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01-29-2013, 05:04 PM | #33 |
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One good thing about DCT cars with less than 1200 miles is that the Launch Control isn't allowed by the computer yet so at least you don't have to worry about that being used / abused by test drivers and the previous owner
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Cedar, like you, I was very specific on the list of equipment I wanted for the Z4 (Alpine White or Space Grey, Coral Red, <15k, premium pkg, sport pkg). Actually not even as specific as you as idrive and comfort access weren't hard requirements, and it still took me a long time to find one that fit all of my criteria. So I know how you feel. There is always a risk with buying ANY used cars. The key is to minimize that risk and have a backup plan. If you really like this car, here's what I would do:
1. Get a CarFax (which you've already done) 2. Ask for a lot of high resolution photos in as many angles as possible of the exterior and interior 3. Get an independent inspection 4. Put your deposit on a credit card, so if there is any dispute, you can file a charge back with your credit card company and get your deposit back 5. Get someone in the area to check it out for you. Let them know your areas of concern so they can spend more time looking at those areas. 6. Know your rights (lemon law and warranty) I've successfully purchased both BMWs in my signature remotely. That is, I put down a deposit before seeing the car physically in person. I flew in for one, and drove several hours for the other. Both worked out just fine. Ultimately you have to weigh the risk vs reward in any purchase. But we are here to help
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Ok, that pretty much clears it up. If the shifter plate was popped AND the car went through Adesa you can be assured it was a repo. Adesa is the #1 choice for banks to run repo's through.
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As someone has said, a REPO is fine, especially on such a new car I wouldn't have to worry about the previous owner not maintaining it. My only concern is how it was towed during the REPO - Been looking through the owner's manual and it seems like the automatic transmissions have to be towed on a flatbed, and not by a trolly/two wheels. Having heard horror stories about tow companies during REPO, I'm afraid the tow company just towed it on two wheels (which might mean damage to the transmission). The manual says not to tow the car over 30MPH for more than 30 miles. Is this a legit concern or am I nitpicking?
Yes, I can't seem to walk away from this car My lease on the DD is up and I returned it two days ago. Want to get a Z4 (as a DD ) before I end up racking up too many miles on my other cars. And since it's a DD (and I know I will be keeping it for at least 5-6 years), trying to get into a as reliable car as possible. |
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Well I don't know what else to say that I haven't already said :P
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Just get it. Since it is under warranty before someone else does. I know I would if I did not already have one. morfinX gave a lot of good advices in his previous post.
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OP, seems like you really want it and have gotten yourself comfortable with the risks.
You should go for it. You have most of the full warranty period and can always sell the car a bit earlier than planned if it is in fact troublesome. |
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Definitely true Nick, I am a lot more confident about this buy. Additionally, dealer admitted to it being a REPO, but still claims it was a returned REPO, not a forced and towed REPO. Maybe a few dollars off and I can drive it home
Quick question though. I am unfamiliar with the trunk of the Z4, but does this look familiar to anyone? Looks like some aftermarket stereo or something to me. At least all my previous cars didn't have this going on under the trunk lid, but what do I know. |
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That pic is for the roof hydraulics. by the way. One thought.. you can order a brand new 28i for the money you are willing to pay. |
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But single exhaust doesn't look as cool as dual exhaust
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True on the 28i, and have thought about it. Not to mention, with the new 8speed and i4TT, 0-60 is very close to the 35 with better gas mileage. But as Morfinx mentioned, I really despise the single exhaust (dual tip) as opposed to the double exhaust on the 35i. Thought about a 28i and then aftermarket like Eisenmann, but that would run another $3,000... |
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