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  • #102
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    carsfan wrote: »
    Any extras like sunroof, leather etc. push the monthly payment up a lot as they do not add anything to the gfv and are paid for in full over the 3 year pcp period.
    I think white suits the gti better than the R but I love those pretoria alloys.

    The best bit about those alloys are they're only a €120 upgrade or something as they're already 19s on the car!!


  • #103
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    Had a look at this yesterday. I was offered a good deal on it but my mechanic who works in BMW said he has one in the dealership with 4k worth of repairs at the moment so that alone put me off. I'm a man tormented. :(

    http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/BMW/3-Series/335i-3.0/201114554572715480/


  • #104
    Donnelly117
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,509 ✭✭✭Donnelly117


    MarkN wrote: »
    Had a look at this yesterday. I was offered a good deal on it but my mechanic who works in BMW said he has one in the dealership with 4k worth of repairs at the moment so that alone put me off. I'm a man tormented. :(

    http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/BMW/3-Series/335i-3.0/201114554572715480/

    Some machine to drive! If you can find one that had injectors and turbos replaced then youre laughing! I would think by this stage most would have had this work done so I would rule them out!


  • #105
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    I had one for nearly 2 years in 2007 and the injectors went when it was only a few months old. Nice poke out of them, I should've just kept the one I had back then and saved myself a lot of hassle :P


  • #106
    Donnelly117
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,509 ✭✭✭Donnelly117


    MarkN wrote: »
    I had one for nearly 2 years in 2007 and the injectors went when it was only a few months old. Nice poke out of them, I should've just kept the one I had back then and saved myself a lot of hassle :P
    Oh did you? I toyed with getting one and drove a few, some machine! And that sound was amazing too! I drove one that was kept immaculately but I don't think it had turbos or injectors done so didn't take the chance! It had a quaife LSD in it too! Happy out with my little FiST now :D


  • #107
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    This was her. SO clean. The price before discount is in the window in the last picture - I lost the run of myself in order to get my first BMW. Imagine my horror when I saw it for sale a few years later mid recession for €13,000 :eek:

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  • #108
    vintagevrs
    Registered Users Posts: 3,381 ✭✭✭vintagevrs


    How old was it at that price!? Some sticker price


  • #109
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    vintagevrs wrote: »
    How old was it at that price!? Some sticker price

    3 months old


  • #110
    commited
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,280 ✭✭✭commited


    MarkN wrote: »
    Had a look at this yesterday. I was offered a good deal on it but my mechanic who works in BMW said he has one in the dealership with 4k worth of repairs at the moment so that alone put me off. I'm a man tormented. :(

    http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/BMW/3-Series/335i-3.0/201114554572715480/
    I run a 335i pretty much identical to that, save for red seats instead of brown and no sunroof. I can't believe how good value that car is - that is ridiculously good value for money.

    Most of the problems can be fixed for decent cost these days (all OEM parts):
    Injectors: about £100 each now and very easy to change (I replaced a month after I bought the car to the latest design)
    Turbo rattle: New rings & actuator: <€300 + labour
    HPFP: If it's going to go, it will have been changed by now (mine was)
    Oil Filter Gasket Housing: Parts are < €30, a little labour intensive.
    Ignition coils: €25 each
    Transmission pan leak: I did this for <€200
    Waterpump & thermostat: €400

    Going to BMW for repairs on a car like this is just nuts. Plus the fact that car comes with a 12 month warranty makes it a no brainer. BUY IT.

    Considering the lack of depreciation left, they're not that expensive to run, still incredibly enjoyable to drive and still turns heads.

    Alternatively, have a look at 645ci's - similar poke, nice noise.


  • #111
    Idbatterim
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,853 ✭✭✭✭Idbatterim


    that 335 is nice, I would black out the chrome door surrounds, throw on an OEM m sport bumper and change the angel eyes to white and you would have a really class looking car...


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  • #112
    Drummerboy08
    Closed Accounts Posts: 12,102 ✭✭✭✭Drummerboy08


    Just knowing who's selling it......I wouldn't.

    If second hand is what you want then hold out for a few weeks more, wait for sterling to drop a little more and go swimming.

    I remember supplying a 335i SE Auto coupe in 08, it was an absolute gorgeous machine to drive.


  • #113
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    No the guy I use works for BMW but I use him on his own time, I wouldn't use a dealer out of warranty.

    The 335 (black one) is nice but I'd prefer an m-sport, it was a smokers car (my 1 year old will be in the back and it is quite noticeable), it needs a good bit done to it (currently is an NCT failure) but the dealer was happy to get all that sorted.

    You reckon I'm mad not to?


  • #114
    Idbatterim
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,853 ✭✭✭✭Idbatterim


    The 335 (black one) is nice but I'd prefer an m-sport, it was a smokers car (my 1 year old will be in the back and it is quite noticeable), it needs a good bit done to it (currently is an NCT failure) but the dealer was happy to get all that sorted.

    You reckon I'm mad not to?

    I would have it thoroughly checked out by a bmw specialist before purchase, thats for sure. My idea of mad is 60k on a new bm. The 335 as example, was a far more expensive car new than 60k and total cost of ownership will be a lot less than new bm. Also smiles per mile much higher :D


  • #115
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    Drummerboy08 wrote: »
    Just knowing who's selling it......I wouldn't.

    If second hand is what you want then hold out for a few weeks more, wait for sterling to drop a little more and go swimming.

    I remember supplying a 335i SE Auto coupe in 08, it was an absolute gorgeous machine to drive.

    There's a beautiful 2007 on Pistonheads but works out at €18,000 before VRT. At that money I'd rather a 635D. Maybe if the UK pull out car prices will come crashing down - here's hoping!

    My 325ci flew through the NCT last week so I'm happy to keep it and hold out for the right car. Reckon after getting back into a 335 though, maybe I've found where I'll go next.


  • #116
    Idbatterim
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,853 ✭✭✭✭Idbatterim


    My 325ci flew through the NCT last week so I'm happy to keep it and hold out for the right car. Reckon after getting back into a 335 though, maybe I've found where I'll go next.

    the 325ci are so good, good enough that my bro also has a 530 in addition to his 325ci and I am looking at CLS and S class and there is no way I will be selling the 325ci, decent balance between tax and power, very reliable and worth to me, so much more than I would get back selling it...


  • #117
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    Idbatterim wrote: »
    the 325ci are so good, good enough that my bro also has a 530 in addition to his 325ci and I am looking at CLS and S class and there is no way I will be selling the 325ci, decent balance between tax and power, very reliable and worth to me, so much more than I would get back selling it...

    I hear ya. I'm gonna get the 4 wheels properly refurbed soon and it will truly be mint then. I've sort of got the room to keep it even if I do get something else but don't think it would get the use. A future classic, perhaps.


  • #118
    daRobot
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,380 ✭✭✭daRobot


    Mark, I'd tick the luxobarge box if I were you. It appears to be a car you've not owned yet.

    Get one with a V8 and a load of toys and you won't look back.

    I'm personally going for a 2010+ A8 4.2 tdi within the next few months as the interior is just an unbelieveable place to be especially at night with the lighting effects.

    It'll remap to 390bhp so it's no slouch either.

    Can be landed and vrt'ed for sub 30k.


  • #119
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    Funny you should say that, I regularly drive by a 2007 S8 in Clontarf, hadn't seen it in ages though and today it was parked up outside The Food Rooms etc and it is so well kept it's just beautiful - I thought to myself that would be a truly special car to own but probably still decent money.

    Edit - this looks interesting?
    http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/Audi/A6/S-LINE/201114416258469860/
    media?xwm=y&id=51566a4e-3801-4e06-b975-cdfa25858c1e&width=400&height=300


  • #120
    vintagevrs
    Registered Users Posts: 3,381 ✭✭✭vintagevrs


    52193136.jpeg


    https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/audi-s6-avant-5-2-v-10-435-bhp-sat-nav-tv-sunr/11500838


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  • #121
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    Then again :cool:


    bmw-e46-m3-00-06-m3-S2223238-1.jpg
    http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e46-m3-00-06/bmw-m3-coupe-manual-silver-grey-with-red-leather-fsh-m3-csl-wheels/5296329?v=b


  • #122
    Idbatterim
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,853 ✭✭✭✭Idbatterim


    mark the below is a cracker, bigger and more practical than the 3 series, yet has the same engine as your current car etc...

    http://www.bmw-driver.net/forum/showthread.php?t=128689


  • #123
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    It's a lovely example, credit to the owner but I'd like to go up the years if I was going to change.

    I'm just back from Audi North, their service really was fantastic from being greeted within a minute of walking in, offer of coffee, papers etc I was told they were very busy but if I was ok to wait 10 minutes someone would be with me, then as I was waiting someone who looked like a sales manager checked in on me and then I met a salesperson. I know like any business they're after my custom but it was just a refreshing service.

    Anyway, I had a look at a lovely 2014 A6 S-Line, available on used PCP. Deposit of approx 10% would result in €660 per month. Something to think about over the weekend but going from €0 per month at the moment I'm just apprehensive.

    I'm already adding things up in my head though thinking the tax on the 325 is almost €100 per month technically so it would now be €560 per month, technically :)

    I dunno.......


  • #124
    drunkmonkey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,331 ✭✭✭✭drunkmonkey


    I've still my 530, you'd have it for a lot less than €660 a month. What's that A6 got under the hood, would she beat the 6 cylinder twin turbo : )?


  • #125
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    drunkmonkey wrote: »
    I've still my 530, you'd have it for a lot less than €660 a month. What's that A6 got under the hood, would she beat the 6 cylinder twin turbo : )?

    Unlikely :)

    The cooling off period in my head tells me to keep looking.


  • #126
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    I drove two S-Line A6s today, a 131 multitronic auto and a 141 manual, both 2.0 TDi. Found the multitronic annoying in that it doesn't shift as smoothly or fast as my current auto. The pedal position is a bit odd, they are centre and would annoy me after a while. Steering is light but very little feedback from the wheels or road from it. Both cars are sitting on 18" wheels and the suspension was noticeably harder than on my own car. Overall based on today's experience I just wasn't gone on the A6 and was happier getting back into my F10.


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  • #127
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    bazz26 wrote: »
    I drove two S-Line A6s today, a 131 multitronic auto and a 141 manual, both 2.0 TDi. Found the multitronic annoying in that it doesn't shift as smoothly or fast as my current auto. The pedal position is a bit odd, they are centre and would annoy me after a while. Steering is light but very little feedback from the wheels or road from it. Both cars are sitting on 18" wheels and the suspension was noticeably harder than on my own car. Overall based on today's experience I just wasn't gone on the A6 and was happier getting back into my F10.

    Agreed. I don't think any non Quattro Audi will come close to the BMW, even a relatively sedate 5 series. The urgency of the 177bhp wasn't the same as the BMW either in my eyes, nor was the steering the same. A lovely place to be all the same, comfortable ride, nice and snug the way the doors sit around the seats.

    I'm currently looking at 2008 635s now. Seriously quick car but commanding a fairly hefty price for what is an 8 year old car.

    I'm gonna try have a look at the 2007 A6 that I posted a few pages back as its half the price of a 635d and has the Quattro/3.0 boxes ticked.


  • #128
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    Yeah the Quottro is probably a different kettle of fish but they are so few and far between. Two I were interested in where for sale in the wrong part of the country for me.

    6 pot BMW diesels seem to hold their values well especially if being sold through the BMW dealer network.


  • #129
    drunkmonkey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,331 ✭✭✭✭drunkmonkey


    I'd disagree I've a 6pot gathering dust with a fbsh, BMW wouldn't retail it as it was too old yet they'd a 2007 2.0ld non LCI for sale for silly money, in fairness to Kearys they were giving me €10k to trade it in, but bottled it and bought a 3.0L instead of a 2.0L again.


  • #130
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    drunkmonkey wrote: »
    I'd disagree I've a 6pot gathering dust with a fbsh, BMW wouldn't retail it as it was too old yet they'd a 2007 2.0ld non LCI for sale for silly money, in fairness to Kearys they were giving me €10k to trade it in, but bottled it and bought a 3.0L instead of a 2.0L again.

    What's the year/spec?


  • #131
    drunkmonkey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,331 ✭✭✭✭drunkmonkey


    MarkN wrote: »
    What's the year/spec?

    http://touch.adverts.ie/car/bmw/5-series/2007-bmw-530d-taxed-12-06/9759310


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  • #132
    commited
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,280 ✭✭✭commited


    May have been suggested but the 330e looks really interesting and an absolute bargain.

    There is the X5 PHEV if you want more bling/space.


  • #133
    carsfan
    Closed Accounts Posts: 701 ✭✭✭carsfan


    Definitely doesn't sound like you loved that A6 and its a lot if money to be paying out every month for something that's not your ideal. You've had a 5 series before I think and the Audi doesn't drive as well but I agree the interior is nice.
    Have you thought of a 2/3 year old jag xf with the 3.0 diesel?
    Fast and comfortable and not bad value now.


  • #134
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    3.0 litre XFs are few and far between since they introduced the 2.2 litre.

    Nice spec on this one but strong money imo given the mileage:
    http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/Jaguar/XF/3.0D-S/201214528426573830/


  • #135
    carsfan
    Closed Accounts Posts: 701 ✭✭✭carsfan


    That one you've linked is well over priced but I have seen better value periodically with Charles hurst in Dublin. I guess they bring them from Northern Ireland.
    Wouldn't be my cup of tea but they are classy and refined.


  • #136
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    Boss in work drives an XF. For that reason alone.... :)

    You're right about not being mad about the A6. For that monthly cost, I need to be.

    I'm waiting on a price for a 2009 635d at the moment. If I get a decent straight deal price then I've the hassle of trying to flog my 325 quickly.


  • #137
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    drunkmonkey wrote: »
    I'd disagree I've a 6pot gathering dust with a fbsh, BMW wouldn't retail it as it was too old yet they'd a 2007 2.0ld non LCI for sale for silly money, in fairness to Kearys they were giving me €10k to trade it in, but bottled it and bought a 3.0L instead of a 2.0L again.

    I was down in Keary's last week and there was a fair bit of highly priced metal on their forecourt even compared to some other BMW dealers. They were doing me no favour on my car despite me buying it from them 2 years ago. I'd say they probably had enough fat built into the price of the car you were interested in, to allow you more for your 530d.


  • #138
    carsfan
    Closed Accounts Posts: 701 ✭✭✭carsfan


    Did kearys not try and do a deal for you?
    Wee you looking at another 5 series?
    Maybe with sales up again this year attitudes are returning to the bad old days of them not giving a crap?


  • #139
    Drummerboy08
    Closed Accounts Posts: 12,102 ✭✭✭✭Drummerboy08


    I think it's supply versus demand at the moment.

    Proper second hand cars are scarce, and going to the uk for stock isn't a runner at the minute with the poor sterling rate so a dealer has to maximise the profit made on used cars sitting on the forecourt.

    They know that if the deal isn't worth doing for them someone else will be along to buy the car later.


  • #140
    carsfan
    Closed Accounts Posts: 701 ✭✭✭carsfan


    That would explain why I can't seem to see any value in a used premium car. It seems to make more sense to buy new for lots of stuff now. Any desireable one or two year old is too close money wise to just going new in most cases.

    OP
    Maybe that new golf R at zero per cent would be the most canny buy for you right now?


  • #141
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    carsfan wrote: »
    Did kearys not try and do a deal for you?
    Wee you looking at another 5 series?
    Maybe with sales up again this year attitudes are returning to the bad old days of them not giving a crap?

    Yep was looking at another F10 alright, it offers the best overall package in this class of car imo. They didn't really have what I wanted but they priced my current car against a 2 years younger lower spec M Sport they had. The guy I dealt with 2 years ago no longer works there so I was dealing with some other dude. Also they had plenty of used 2012/2013 F10s but most of them were SE models. They also had a nice clean M Sport but unfortunately it was a manual.

    You are right though, the prices I'm being quoted to move up 2 or 3 years nearly makes it better value long term to buy brand new.


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  • #142
    166man
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,575 ✭✭✭166man


    @Mark - Something to be aware of on a 2009 635d is that is was built in an era when timing chains were made from kids plastic toys so if you're looking at one I'd look to get the 2 year dealer warranty on it.


    @Bazz - the 8-Speed auto in the F10 is very very impressive, but I do think that the manual is actually a very nice drive too. I know most if not everyone wants the automatic but the manual itself is lovely I think. Did you drive the manual M-Sport?

    Might leave you more bargaining power if you liked it...


  • #143
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    166man wrote: »
    @Mark - Something to be aware of on a 2009 635d is that is was built in an era when timing chains were made from kids plastic toys so if you're looking at one I'd look to get the 2 year dealer warranty on it.


    @Bazz - the 8-Speed auto in the F10 is very very impressive, but I do think that the manual is actually a very nice drive too. I know most if not everyone wants the automatic but the manual itself is lovely I think. Did you drive the manual M-Sport?

    Might leave you more bargaining power if you liked it...

    Cheers for heads up, this one is in a BMW dealer so would get a full two year warranty plus option to extend it then. Anecdotally, a BMW mechanic told me a while ago he's never seen a timing chain go on a 6 cylinder one but you never know!


  • #144
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,289 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    166man wrote: »
    @Bazz - the 8-Speed auto in the F10 is very very impressive, but I do think that the manual is actually a very nice drive too. I know most if not everyone wants the automatic but the manual itself is lovely I think. Did you drive the manual M-Sport?

    Might leave you more bargaining power if you liked it...

    I had a 3 Series manual before and found the clutch heavy on it, took too long to travel before it engaged making it a pain in slow moving traffic. I'm happy to keep what I have at present rather than compromise.


  • #145
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    Hard to ignore something like this...

    https://www.donedeal.ie/view/11661641
    07 Bmw 730d Sport Fully Loaded *Immaculate*


  • #146
    carsfan
    Closed Accounts Posts: 701 ✭✭✭carsfan


    If the electronics go kaput on that you're in for big bills...


  • #147
    Idbatterim
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,853 ✭✭✭✭Idbatterim


    I'm waiting on a price for a 2009 635d at the moment. If I get a decent straight deal price then I've the hassle of trying to flog my 325 quickly.
    myself and the bro keep an eye out on donedeal frequently, good condition 325's are rare as hens teeth, presumably as they are such a good all rounder and people who own this realise that and are hanging onto them, I cant see you having any problems selling it pretty quickly...


  • #148
    Idbatterim
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,853 ✭✭✭✭Idbatterim


    If the electronics go kaput on that you're in for big bills...
    Id definitely take the risk, you may not be in for potential big unknows bills with a new car, but you are in for several thousand on depreciation and loan interest (if applicable)...


  • #149
    MetzgerMeister
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,854 ✭✭✭✭MetzgerMeister


    MarkN wrote: »
    Hard to ignore something like this...

    https://www.donedeal.ie/view/11661641
    07 Bmw 730d Sport Fully Loaded *Immaculate*

    Very easy to ignore now since it's sold :pac:


  • #150
    MarkN
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,223 ✭✭✭MarkN


    Gotta act fast when those 7's pop up that's for sure.

    @IdBatter - that an expression of interest?! ;)


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  • #151
    Idbatterim
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,853 ✭✭✭✭Idbatterim


    @IdBatter - that an expression of interest?!
    unfortunately not as I already have a 2003 325ci facelift that I have done a lot of work to. But I reckon you wouldnt have it on your hands for long. The place a lot of many of us E46 owners would go, i.e. the E92, well the price for the 08's and up is a joke. So I reckon there would be strong enough demand for your car :)


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