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#61 of 10330 great deal Jmezz by bimmer12 Dec 11, 2002 (6:39 am)
JMezz- just trying to make sense of this deal which sounds terrific... So essentially, the $4500 is not a security deposit but is used more in the way a bank uses your money in a regular checking account.. It is beneficial to BMW because they can borrow money with 0% interest?? I have heard of people who have left large security deposits and don't see the money when they return.. When you say Guarantee, do you mean guarantee?   Anyways, great job hunting that lease down...does this include tax(what percent)?
#62 of 10330 security deposit by jmezz Dec 11, 2002 (2:13 pm)
i have spoken to 3 bmw dealerships and all have said there is no poblem getting your security deposit back regardless of stolen car or totalled car. the deal seems great to me but these rates are only in effect till 12/31. rates as well as residual could change next year as they have told me that they can't see these rates again next year. though they said that if rates go up next year that i have already locked in my "low" rate due to having credit approved in december. i don't need a car for several months as i still have a few left on my current lease!
#63 of 10330 325 is good enough for me --Re: Sammy34 by spombe7 Dec 12, 2002 (12:35 pm)
Someone asked earlier whether it is worthwhile to get the 330 over the 325. I never test-drove a 330, but I am very happy with the 325, which I think is the best value in the BMW line-up. The 2.5 engine is powerful, smooth, and sporty, and it was the top of the line engine just a few model year back. The 3.0 engine is no doubt better, more powerful and remarkably more fuel efficient and burns cleaner. I personally don't think that I would pay $5-7000 more if I am already very satisfied with the 325. The money "saved" can be spent on something else, like gas or hotel expenses for several big vacations. I don't buy the argument that we should load the car with options because, as the dealer wants you to believe, that you can "get the money back" when you are ready to sell. Don't forget that we "pay" for these options first so the money is already gone! There are always bargain hunters who just want to drive a BMW and they may not care whether the car has a sunroof or a fancy computer, etc. The basic suspension on the 325 and 330 is the same, and it gives you the best combination of ride comfort and handling. My friend has a 330 with the sport package, they feel that it is too firm and jittery when driving on the high way for a long time. I am very comfortable in my car after 3-4 hr drive on high way (quite common if you live in the Midwest). If you plan to drive like this frequently, the sports package may not be a good idea. Another concerns with the sport package is the use of performance tires vs all season ones. The former gives you excellent grip, but is more sensitive to road defects and it wears out faster. Further, if you live in the snow belt, you should find out how well the performance tires grip in snow. From what I read, they do not grip very well. But, again, only you know what level of sportness and comfort can statisfy you so perhaps you can test drive one with the sport package on bumpy roads or on a rainy or snowy day and see for yourself.
#64 of 10330 Sleepless in Chicago by needashave Dec 13, 2002 (4:06 am)
Spombe7, I'm in the market for a 325, just curiuous what you think the value options are for this car. Thanks.
#65 of 10330 Sleepless in Chicago by needashave Dec 13, 2002 (4:16 am)
Also, has anyone recently worked with a dealer in the Chicago area that they like? I'm hearing number like $1,500 off MSRP and don't want to waste any time (sorta of an early Christmas gift to myself...giddy up). Happy motoring.
#66 of 10330 Cost of used BMW 325i 2001 by bogdanov Dec 14, 2002 (5:05 pm)
I am going to buy a used BMW 325i 2001 (I live in San Jose, CA). All the dealerships around here have asking price around 29k for cars with automatic transmission, leather, moonroof, power seats. It seems to me that fair price for such cars should be around 23-24k. Is there somebody who bought a 325i 2001 recently? How much did you pay?
#67 of 10330 new or demo 2002 330i by bgt1 Dec 16, 2002 (7:02 am)
Im still trying to find out what deals anyone has got or been offered for a left over new 2002 330i? Ive hearing stories of either 0% financing or 2.9% and approx $2500 off?? True, not? Still fair amount of new 2002's out there?   Thanks!
#68 of 10330 Cost of Used BMW 325i by bimmer12 Dec 16, 2002 (7:28 am)
The resale value on the 3 series is extremely high and that is one of the perks of ownership. $29k for a 2 year old 325i would not make sense to me when you can pay a little more and get a well-equipped brand new 2003...
#69 of 10330 need info buying a 325i in Texas by geek_girl Dec 16, 2002 (8:29 pm)
I'm interested in buying a 325i in Texas before the end of the year. I'm in Austin, but have heard bad things about the local BMW dealer (although it seems they've recently changed management) and am willing to travel out to Houston or even Dallas/Ft Worth for a great deal.   I haven't bought a new car in 11 years. Any advice on good dealerships, negotiation techniques (I hear BMW won't budge much below MSRP?), would be greatly appreciated! Also, I am wondering: if they don't have the car/options I want on the lot and I have to order it, do I have any negotiating room at all ?   Thanks in advance!
#70 of 10330 Drive a mile by jarbar Dec 17, 2002 (11:17 am)
To geekgirl try driving I-20 to Shreveport and check out Orr-BMW and talk to Cameron. They were the best deal around the East Texas area. Mike Pile in Tyler also gives great deals but Shreveport has a bit more inventory and was about 200.00 less than Tyler on the same car. Cameron is a low-keyed scott who really takes his time with each customer.I have shopped everywhere and have owned another bmw before this one. While your over there go to the boats. Who knows you might win enough to pay off the car.(wish)

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