Buying a high mileage M4

pgotthei · 10-09-2016, 10:20 AM

Looking at picking up a high mileage (over 50k) M4 to replace my 4.2L Audi S5. I don't put a lot of miles on my cars, so not too worried about increases from here on out.

Any horror stories? Car will still be under warranty, but anything I should be worried about? Any thoughts would be much appreciated.

Thanks much. Hoping to be an M owner soon.

John dillinger · 10-09-2016, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by pgotthei

Looking at picking up a high mileage (over 50k) M4 to replace my 4.2L Audi S5. I don't put a lot of miles on my cars, so not too worried about increases from here on out.

Any horror stories? Car will still be under warranty, but anything I should be worried about? Any thoughts would be much appreciated.

Thanks much. Hoping to be an M owner soon.

i have 4000 on mine (so can't say what to worry about) i as well keep miles very low ` have an hp4 as my daily

but curious y ru leaving the s5 ? and did u consider the rs5 .....?

thats the two i had to choose from m4 vs rs5

u know which i went with

-JLT- · 10-09-2016, 11:16 AM

I have 39,4xx miles on my M3 and have no issues. btw, how do u have warranty with over 50k miles ... isn't manufacture warranty 4yr/50k, whichever comes first?

Ian1973 · 10-09-2016, 11:28 AM

Yes the warranty is gone unless it's a CPO.

You'll be fine, but do a PPO anyway.

Super Spartan · 10-09-2016, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by -JLT-

I have 39,4xx miles on my M3 and have no issues. btw, how do u have warranty with over 50k miles ... isn't manufacture warranty 4yr/50k, whichever comes first?

In Dubai, the warranty is 5 years or 100,000 KMS

dr.mba · 10-09-2016, 12:46 PM

OP is in Houston, Texas. Likely CPO car so that takes warranty up to 80-100K miles depending on the dealer. I would not care much as long as you have warranty on the car to cover the first year of ownership in case shit happens in that time frame. I would also want to see if there are any service records for the car and of course Carfax info... If all checks out the mileage is the least of your concerns. Makes for a cheaper car to buy too which is a plus. GL OP

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Super Spartan · 10-09-2016, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dr.mba

OP is in Houston, Texas. Likely CPO car so that takes warranty up to 80-100K miles depending on the dealer. I would not care much as long as you have warranty on the car to cover the first year of ownership in case shit happens in that time frame. I would also want to see if there are any service records for the car and of course Carfax info... If all checks out the mileage is the least of your concerns. Makes for a cheaper car to buy too which is a plus. GL OP

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What does CPO mean brah?

Fast4d · 10-09-2016, 01:31 PM

look up the service history then buy CPO or good aftermarket warranty

SakhirM4 · 10-09-2016, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Snappy Phoenix

What does CPO mean brah?

Certified Pre-Owned

Super Spartan · 10-09-2016, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by SakhirM4

Certified Pre-Owned

Thanks chief

pgotthei · 10-09-2016, 10:09 PM

Thanks all. Will let you know how it works out.

And I just got tired of the S5. Ready for a change. Can't find a CPO RS5 anywhere near me...I do like them though. Also looked at a C63 coupe and RC F. M4 just felt right when I drove it.

John dillinger · 10-10-2016, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by pgotthei

Thanks all. Will let you know how it works out.

And I just got tired of the S5. Ready for a change. Can't find a CPO RS5 anywhere near me...I do like them though. Also looked at a C63 coupe and RC F. M4 just felt right when I drove it.

had an s6 - to m4

its a hell of an upgrade

MaynardZed · 10-10-2016, 08:50 AM

What is the purchase price of the 50K mile M4?

Die ///M Rakete · 10-10-2016, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by pgotthei

Looking at picking up a high mileage (over 50k) M4 to replace my 4.2L Audi S5. I don't put a lot of miles on my cars, so not too worried about increases from here on out.

Any horror stories? Car will still be under warranty, but anything I should be worried about? Any thoughts would be much appreciated.

Thanks much. Hoping to be an M owner soon.

PM me the last 7 digits of the VIN and I'll send you the car's service history, carfax and warranty information.

evoix · 10-12-2016, 08:21 AM

Honestly i wouldnt buy a cpo or used m4 unless you are a very good bmw tech yourself or have a connection.

People who lease these cars mod these cars and beat the crap out of them and then turn them in. I know people running meth, custom tunes, and racing them all night long. I know not all these cars will blow up but some may. Just my two cents.

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Ian1973 Colonel 736 Rep 2,134 Posts Drives: 15 M3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Charlton, NY iTrader: (0)	Yes the warranty is gone unless it's a CPO. You'll be fine, but do a PPO anyway.
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dr.mba Captain 275 Rep 722 Posts Drives: 2017 F. Grey M3 ZCP Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	OP is in Houston, Texas. Likely CPO car so that takes warranty up to 80-100K miles depending on the dealer. I would not care much as long as you have warranty on the car to cover the first year of ownership in case shit happens in that time frame. I would also want to see if there are any service records for the car and of course Carfax info... If all checks out the mileage is the least of your concerns. Makes for a cheaper car to buy too which is a plus. GL OP M
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Fast4d Captain 267 Rep 885 Posts Drives: 325 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: So cal iTrader: (0)	look up the service history then buy CPO or good aftermarket warranty
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pgotthei New Member 4 Rep 8 Posts Drives: Cars Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	Thanks all. Will let you know how it works out. And I just got tired of the S5. Ready for a change. Can't find a CPO RS5 anywhere near me...I do like them though. Also looked at a C63 coupe and RC F. M4 just felt right when I drove it.
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evoix Major 441 Rep 1,343 Posts Drives: X3m Evo IX Evo X Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Honestly i wouldnt buy a cpo or used m4 unless you are a very good bmw tech yourself or have a connection. People who lease these cars mod these cars and beat the crap out of them and then turn them in. I know people running meth, custom tunes, and racing them all night long. I know not all these cars will blow up but some may. Just my two cents.
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