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I owned a Z3. 2.8 a while back. Current car a Mini Paceman Cooper S. After a recent health scare have decided I want something similar to the Z3 but now need a coupe as wife insists I get something that I can transport the two (small) dogs in.
There are a very few Sport models with low (ish) mileage. Seen a couple used approved in BMW garages but the trade in offered for my car makes them very expensive.
If anyone knows of a decent one, give me a shout. Up to 14k budget. (Assuming I get decent money for my mini)
Cheers
Derek
There are a very few Sport models with low (ish) mileage. Seen a couple used approved in BMW garages but the trade in offered for my car makes them very expensive.
If anyone knows of a decent one, give me a shout. Up to 14k budget. (Assuming I get decent money for my mini)
Cheers
Derek
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Great cars & with a healthy budget should see you happy sooner rather than later welcome
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Welcome and great choice!Deek wrote:I owned a Z3. 2.8 a while back. Current car a Mini Paceman Cooper S. After a recent health scare have decided I want something similar to the Z3 but now need a coupe as wife insists I get something that I can transport the two (small) dogs in.
There are a very few Sport models with low (ish) mileage. Seen a couple used approved in BMW garages but the trade in offered for my car makes them very expensive.
If anyone knows of a decent one, give me a shout. Up to 14k budget. (Assuming I get decent money for my mini)
Cheers
Derek
You've got a a healthy budget. There was a ruby black available at Sytner Cardiff for £13.5k around 60k miles, manual. It's been at that price for quite a few months, they could be open for a bit of a deal!?!
WBAC might offer more for your Mini than BMW.
Good luck with your search!
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What does WBAC mean?
I've inquired about that one. They offered virtually nothing for my car in p ex. Roughly 2.5k less than I've been offered elsewhere.
I've inquired about that one. They offered virtually nothing for my car in p ex. Roughly 2.5k less than I've been offered elsewhere.
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Sorry, We Buy Any Car. They won't offer the same as a private sale but it would sold fairly quickly.Deek wrote:What does WBAC mean?
I've inquired about that one. They offered virtually nothing for my car in p ex. Roughly 2.5k less than I've been offered elsewhere.
I almost went to view the one in Cardiff at Christmas, however, I chose to buy an almost identical one through a private sale.
The video they sent me seem to show the car was a tidy example.
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Now..... 2007 3.0si Coupe, Montego Blue
Gone... 2008 3.0si Coupe, Stratus Grey (twice)
Gone... 2008 3.0si Coupe, Stratus Grey (twice)
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I can't be bothered with hassle of selling mine privately to raise funds to buy outside a garage.
Been offered similar trade in from both these garages which is similar.
http://www.russelljennings.co.uk/used-c ... 1311847055
http://usedcars.sytnernottinghambmw.co. ... c=se_ce_re_
Is the sytner one worth the extra £3K?
Been offered similar trade in from both these garages which is similar.
http://www.russelljennings.co.uk/used-c ... 1311847055
http://usedcars.sytnernottinghambmw.co. ... c=se_ce_re_
Is the sytner one worth the extra £3K?
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It all depends on what value you put on buying a used approved BMW. You are paying the extra £3k for slightly lower miles, M multi function steering wheel, heated seats, Xenon's and 12 month warranty. You can then choose to keep the warranty going (at an additional cost) if you maintain using BMW/BMW specialist.Deek wrote:I can't be bothered with hassle of selling mine privately to raise funds to buy outside a garage.
Been offered similar trade in from both these garages which is similar.
http://www.russelljennings.co.uk/used-c ... 1311847055
http://usedcars.sytnernottinghambmw.co. ... c=se_ce_re_
Is the sytner one worth the extra £3K?
I personally found it hard to pay an additional £3k so I bought privately. All down to personal preference.
If you buy from Sytner it gives you a licence to be super picky as you are paying a premium
As I mentioned earlier, the Ruby black in Cardiff has been with them for a few months. Maybe a deal could be done.
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Totally understand but trading via WBAU and then buying privately is probably more cost effective than buying through Sytner or a garage and no more difficult. Clearly I would say that but in this instance it's true...Deek wrote:I can't be bothered with hassle of selling mine privately to raise funds to buy outside a garage.
Been offered similar trade in from both these garages which is similar.
http://www.russelljennings.co.uk/used-c ... 1311847055
http://usedcars.sytnernottinghambmw.co. ... c=se_ce_re_
Is the sytner one worth the extra £3K?
Now..... 2007 3.0si Coupe, Montego Blue
Gone... 2008 3.0si Coupe, Stratus Grey (twice)
Gone... 2008 3.0si Coupe, Stratus Grey (twice)
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Agree and Lambpie is selling a beauty. Great colour (quite rare) , good service history, inspection 2 and MOT just done.Lambpie wrote:Totally understand but trading via WBAU and then buying privately is probably more cost effective than buying through Sytner or a garage and no more difficult. Clearly I would say that but in this instance it's true...Deek wrote:I can't be bothered with hassle of selling mine privately to raise funds to buy outside a garage.
Been offered similar trade in from both these garages which is similar.
http://www.russelljennings.co.uk/used-c ... 1311847055
http://usedcars.sytnernottinghambmw.co. ... c=se_ce_re_
Is the sytner one worth the extra £3K?
Z4 3.0si Sport Coupe - Ruby Black - Champagne Nappa leather - my weekend drive......
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Agree and Lambpie is selling a beauty. Great colour (quite rare) , good service history, inspection 2 and MOT just done.Lambpie wrote:Totally understand but trading via WBAU and then buying privately is probably more cost effective than buying through Sytner or a garage and no more difficult. Clearly I would say that but in this instance it's true...Deek wrote:I can't be bothered with hassle of selling mine privately to raise funds to buy outside a garage.
Been offered similar trade in from both these garages which is similar.
http://www.russelljennings.co.uk/used-c ... 1311847055
http://usedcars.sytnernottinghambmw.co. ... c=se_ce_re_
Is the sytner one worth the extra £3K?
Z4 3.0si Sport Coupe - Ruby Black - Champagne Nappa leather - my weekend drive......
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I also agree with LewisB, it is far better to buy a nice one privately. Just wait until the one that you want to buy comes up for sale - could take a few months, but it will be worth it!
The Sytner car was advertised on here for over £4k less by the owner, so why go and pay the extra cash to the Dealer for smiles and cups of tea. £4k could get you 4 years worth of "BMW Warranty" as opposed to 1 year Warranty, supplied by the dealer.
The Sytner car was advertised on here for over £4k less by the owner, so why go and pay the extra cash to the Dealer for smiles and cups of tea. £4k could get you 4 years worth of "BMW Warranty" as opposed to 1 year Warranty, supplied by the dealer.
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+1 for the private purchase option, so long as you are comfortable judging the car yourself - or know someone who can help you.
When I started looking for a Z4C a local trader had an SE for sale, so I went and looked at it. After a quick drive I knew I had to get one, but not that one! Firstly it was silver with black interior, and I had just spent 6+ years in a silver and black 1 Series! And being an SE it didn't have the M-Sport seats. Plus it had 2 run-flats and 2 non RFTs.
So off I went to AutoTrader, and found a Ruby Black Sport with full main agent SH and similar mileage for just over £2,000 less - so I bought that!
Also sold the 1 Series privately for more than the trader was offering me. Probably saved about £3,000 overall - result!
When I started looking for a Z4C a local trader had an SE for sale, so I went and looked at it. After a quick drive I knew I had to get one, but not that one! Firstly it was silver with black interior, and I had just spent 6+ years in a silver and black 1 Series! And being an SE it didn't have the M-Sport seats. Plus it had 2 run-flats and 2 non RFTs.
So off I went to AutoTrader, and found a Ruby Black Sport with full main agent SH and similar mileage for just over £2,000 less - so I bought that!
Also sold the 1 Series privately for more than the trader was offering me. Probably saved about £3,000 overall - result!
Coupes because stunning!
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Gone - Montego Blue
Gone - Ruby Black
Current - Silver Grey MC, Imola Red heated Nappa & carbon trim. Aeros, H & R Coil-overs, 224s, OE Strut brace, Nav, cup-holders, DSP Hi-Fi, pdc, cruise, MFSW, no CDV! E90 330i daily
Gone - Montego Blue
Gone - Ruby Black
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I've paid a deposit on one! Get it in two weeks or so. There has been a lot of negotiation and the main thing is, while I know I'm paying a premium, don't feel I'm being ripped off.
I'll keep you all in suspense and start a new thread once I take delivery.
I'll keep you all in suspense and start a new thread once I take delivery.