Buying a used f80 M3. Is this a good price??

AJM1125 · 05-07-2018, 09:59 PM

No executive package alone should make you stay away from that car. The HUD is a great feature.It also features the back up camera which should've just came standard.

Fuller · 05-07-2018, 10:25 PM

No, don't buy this car. Think about it, the car is already tied up at the dealership just trying to get a simple inspection sticker. There's a good chance this car is a lemon, and being used, you'll have less recourse if that's the case. Also, I would wonder why the previous owner traded it in for a Mercedes after having it for a couple of years at most.

It's not cpo either, so after a couple of years it'll be out of warranty too. A lemony m3 out of warranty is going to be a money pit. It looks like a 47k headache to me. As slick as this car looks, I'd search for another m3/4 that's in better shape.

doug_999 · 05-07-2018, 10:53 PM

FYI Maintenance does not transfer to the new owner unless purchased at a BMW dealer.

M3NDOZA · 05-07-2018, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by doug_999

FYI Maintenance does not transfer to the new owner unless purchased at a BMW dealer.

really? I bought mine from a private seller.
And it was still covered. oil change and vehicle inspection.

its a 2015.

doug_999 · 05-08-2018, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by M3NDOZA

really? I bought mine from a private seller.
And it was still covered. oil change and vehicle inspection.

its a 2015.

Can’t see your location from mobile app/site, however you either got lucky or live in Canada.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.autoblog.com/amp/2014/08/12/bmw-maintenance-plan-no-longer-transferrable-to-2nd-owner/

darkbro66 · 05-08-2018, 07:24 AM

I would trust the inspection... possibly ask (or pay for) a third party inspection too.

Having a young owner doesn't always mean it's been abused, although the tune would suggest it's possible. For the record I am 27 and haven't even used launch control in a year of ownership

M3WAL · 05-08-2018, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by doug_999

FYI Maintenance does not transfer to the new owner unless purchased at a BMW dealer.

oh wow did not know that..

HPIA4v2 · 05-08-2018, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by M3WAL

oh wow did not know that..

After 2015 MY, BMWNA stops that practice. Part of loop-hole plugging. Many lease returns end up at auction, got picked up by used car dealers, they in turn take those cars to dealers for free services before selling them for profit.

mpizutti · 05-08-2018, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by darkbro66

I would trust the inspection... possibly ask (or pay for) a third party inspection too.

Having a young owner doesn't always mean it's been abused, although the tune would suggest it's possible. For the record I am 27 and haven't even used launch control in a year of ownership

What are you waiting for?? hahaha

doug_999 · 05-08-2018, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by HPIA4v2

After 2015 MY, BMWNA stops that practice. Part of loop-hole plugging. Many lease returns end up at auction, got picked up by used car dealers, they in turn take those cars to dealers for free services before selling them for profit.

Yep! Exactly what was happening!

I did hear you can pay a fee to get it reinstated.

M3WAL · 05-08-2018, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by doug_999

Yep! Exactly what was happening!

I did hear you can pay a fee to get it reinstated.

Is it worth it? the car has 33k Miles. im assuming itll need spark plugs soon? (I heard 35K but im prob wrong)

golfinz · 05-08-2018, 08:53 PM

Here are my thoughts after recently buying my 2016:

1) Executive package, lighting package, 19s and full leather are absolutely MUST haves! Sensors, cameras and sophisticated lighting are something you will enjoy every day and the full leather really sets the car apart. These are fantastic for daily driving and resale. When I was looking for my car, it seemed like cars that were "strippers" had a hard time selling.
2) Adaptive suspension is nice but imho not a must have. I have it and always have it on 'sport.'
3) I have the drive assist but I can see where some wouldn't use it. I do enjoy this one.
4) The carbon roof, for me, was a must but I do miss a sunroof on nice days. This is a personal preference. I got the CF roof because no other (reasonable) car has it. Glad I did.
5) Tanzanite is AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL. I was 100% set on MW until I stumbled upon Tanzanite. Please don't wrap it!
6) Pre-paid Maintenance does not carry over.
7) Since the car is/was tuned, the power train warranty is probably gone. You could call your local BMW dealer and have them check the vin to see if it has been previously flagged. Not sure if this matters to you or not.
8) I would have BMW do a ppi on the car.

Good luck!

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AJM1125 First Lieutenant 115 Rep 343 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW M3 Competition Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: FL iTrader: (1)	No executive package alone should make you stay away from that car. The HUD is a great feature.It also features the back up camera which should've just came standard.
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Fuller Major 1217 Rep 1,290 Posts Drives: F36 435i Join Date: May 2017 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	No, don't buy this car. Think about it, the car is already tied up at the dealership just trying to get a simple inspection sticker. There's a good chance this car is a lemon, and being used, you'll have less recourse if that's the case. Also, I would wonder why the previous owner traded it in for a Mercedes after having it for a couple of years at most. It's not cpo either, so after a couple of years it'll be out of warranty too. A lemony m3 out of warranty is going to be a money pit. It looks like a 47k headache to me. As slick as this car looks, I'd search for another m3/4 that's in better shape.
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doug_999 Brigadier General 2542 Rep 3,968 Posts Drives: 2011 1M/2021 992/2023 X3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	FYI Maintenance does not transfer to the new owner unless purchased at a BMW dealer. __________________ 2011 1M, Black loaded sans sat radio 2021 911 C4S Gentian Blue, manual 2023 X3 M40i - loaded sans Park Assist
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darkbro66 Private 65 Rep 76 Posts Drives: 2017 SO/CB M3 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	I would trust the inspection... possibly ask (or pay for) a third party inspection too. Having a young owner doesn't always mean it's been abused, although the tune would suggest it's possible. For the record I am 27 and haven't even used launch control in a year of ownership
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golfinz Captain 235 Rep 759 Posts Drives: Tanzanite M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: usa iTrader: (3)	Here are my thoughts after recently buying my 2016: 1) Executive package, lighting package, 19s and full leather are absolutely MUST haves! Sensors, cameras and sophisticated lighting are something you will enjoy every day and the full leather really sets the car apart. These are fantastic for daily driving and resale. When I was looking for my car, it seemed like cars that were "strippers" had a hard time selling. 2) Adaptive suspension is nice but imho not a must have. I have it and always have it on 'sport.' 3) I have the drive assist but I can see where some wouldn't use it. I do enjoy this one. 4) The carbon roof, for me, was a must but I do miss a sunroof on nice days. This is a personal preference. I got the CF roof because no other (reasonable) car has it. Glad I did. 5) Tanzanite is AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL. I was 100% set on MW until I stumbled upon Tanzanite. Please don't wrap it! 6) Pre-paid Maintenance does not carry over. 7) Since the car is/was tuned, the power train warranty is probably gone. You could call your local BMW dealer and have them check the vin to see if it has been previously flagged. Not sure if this matters to you or not. 8) I would have BMW do a ppi on the car. Good luck! Last edited by golfinz; 05-09-2018 at 08:37 AM..
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