81 miles acceptable?

[LukeM15]

Mines had 11 miles I picked Jan 2017 built date Oct 2016.
81 miles hmmmm not a big deal but I see where the OP is coming from being a “NEW” car. Maybe the OP can get a bit more discount or some CF bit as a courtesy I guess. Either way if it is what you want get it. Good luck

[IK6SPEED]

Originally Posted by SEXY-BEAST

So, as the lease on my current M4 is coming to an end I am looking at a 2018 M3 Comp Pack which has 81 miles of test driving miles on it. As my current M4 had only 6 miles on it when it was delivered back in 2015, I expressed concern to the dealer who said it was completely normal and that only "qualified" current owners of Ms were only allowed to test drive it (whatever that means...). So, M forum is 81 miles too high for this car? I'm just wondering if it was revved to death and so forth as I'm kind of a stickler for proper break in, etc. Even when I test drove it, I revved up to 3-6,000 rpm. It really is an awesome car and I had forgotten how much fun a 6MT is (my M4 is a DCT). Plus, it's an Oct. 2017 production so still has the CF driveshaft. I plan to lease for 3 years.

As Aston Martin says:

[LukeM15]

Originally Posted by IK6SPEED

As Aston Martin says:

Hahaha there is one for BMW. Let me see if I can find it

[LukeM15]

[HPIA4v2]

Well, I do care if every time I see my own girl and has to use rubber

[Darth One]

Who makes coffee in high heels?

[Kief]

OP, I was in the same situation as you a few months back, but with 113 miles on the clock! I ended up pulling the trigger with no worries thus far

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...highlight=kief

BTW gatorfast, what made you change your mind??

Originally Posted by gatorfast

I wouldn't accept anything over 80 miles.

Originally Posted by gatorfast

113 miles is nothing OP. If you love the car and are comfortable with the price then go for it!

[aerostar]

I had 5 miles on mine when I picked it up.

[KevinM]

81 miles is high for a "new" car. But for a 3 year lease I really, really wouldn't worry about it. If you planned to keep the car "forever" I might have some concerns.

Sure, if you can turn this into a discount, more power to you, but it shouldn't be a deal breaker IMO.

P.S. Aston Martin's ad takes BMWs by far. Can you imagine that ad running in the US?

[einscot]

it's lucky to be a CPO at this point

[gatorfast]

Originally Posted by Kief

OP, I was in the same situation as you a few months back, but with 113 miles on the clock! I ended up pulling the trigger with no worries thus far

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...highlight=kief

BTW gatorfast, what made you change your mind??

Lol I was kidding. 81 miles is nothing.

[minn19]

Originally Posted by einscot

it's lucky to be a CPO at this point

[doug_999]

Originally Posted by Brasko

I had 2 miles on the odometer when I took delivery. Anything above 10 for a brand new car is too much in my opinion.

In the US? Not possible.

Originally Posted by clutchdj

This. 81 miles and multiple drivers. if you really want it - just change the oil early. Very hard to break this (edit: unless the mods are ridiculous) car but you should still make sure all gears engage smoothly, all speakers work and that there are no weird interior creaks; etc. you can bet your bottom dollar the car had been redlined. Hence the reason to change the oil early, try to get the best deal you can might be a great bargain.

Seriously... do some research on breaking in the car. Car being redlined is not an issue unless cold - and that could have happened to any car... and... Make sure the speakers work? really? do they go out at 80+ miles? and weird interior creaks? Are they caused by hard driving in the first 10 miles?

And wow, change the oil early? What the heck is that going to do?

Hachima is spot on and gatorfast is right too Ok, he is just funny - cause that comment made me spit out my wine.

[Kief]

Originally Posted by gatorfast

Lol I was kidding. 81 miles is nothing.

Totally missed that

[SEXY-BEAST]

Thank you all for all your helpful comments! Really appreciate it. If I can get a smokin' deal on it, I'll probably pull the trigger as I only plan to keep this car until the new G series comes out (or, go for an M2 CP). I stopped buying cars after my E92 as I like to drive different cars every few years.

[M3PGH]

Why the Average New-Car Dealership Hates Selling to Enthusiasts
nice read for whoever is interested
just google it

[SEXY-BEAST]

Originally Posted by M3PGH

Why the Average New-Car Dealership Hates Selling to Enthusiasts
nice read for whoever is interested
just google it

Friggin' hilarious... and totally on point.

https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-cul...o-enthusiasts/

[M3PGH]

glad you enjoyed it , thanks for the link
my son sent me this
I must admit , I am one of these that dealers hate , but I am getting better

[Tonyfsu21]

Originally Posted by SEXY-BEAST

So, as the lease on my current M4 is coming to an end I am looking at a 2018 M3 Comp Pack which has 81 miles of test driving miles on it. As my current M4 had only 6 miles on it when it was delivered back in 2015, I expressed concern to the dealer who said it was completely normal and that only "qualified" current owners of Ms were only allowed to test drive it (whatever that means...). So, M forum is 81 miles too high for this car? I'm just wondering if it was revved to death and so forth as I'm kind of a stickler for proper break in, etc. Even when I test drove it, I revved up to 3-6,000 rpm. It really is an awesome car and I had forgotten how much fun a 6MT is (my M4 is a DCT). Plus, it's an Oct. 2017 production so still has the CF driveshaft. I plan to lease for 3 years.

Note that 81 miles is just fine unless it's one of these folks below leasing or buying this car. Trust me, 95% of them would suddenly take issue with it if it were their situation. I say go for an amazing deal or go find another car.

[Chevca]

I don't know if 81 miles qualifies as enough for concern, but you might want to check your local laws and make sure the car is still considered "new". Some states set mileage limits for what's considered a new car, I don't know all of them but it can get you in trouble if the dealer finances or leases it as a new car when legally it isn't. They may say it's never been titled but that could be irrelevant

[doug_999]

Originally Posted by Chevca

I don't know if 81 miles qualifies as enough for concern, but you might want to check your local laws and make sure the car is still considered "new". Some states set mileage limits for what's considered a new car, I don't know all of them but it can get you in trouble if the dealer finances or leases it as a new car when legally it isn't. They may say it's never been titled but that could be irrelevant

I don't mean to be a jerk but 81 miles? Really? That's 8 test drives If that made a car "used" we would not be test driving cars!

But I did do a quick search and I see 1,500 miles for Colorado is the limit there (one of the few states I guess that has this rule)

I can tell you, I'm picking up a "new" Mini Clubman tomorrow with the wife and it has 7,500 miles on it.

I believe it is all in how it is titled. Ultimately, 81 miles really is not a lot - unless you are some crazy anal person (like many on this board who want to drive to the gas station with the dealer when they fill it up - also makes me laugh...).