looking to buy an e92 M3

[scoobyPPP]

Hi guys, need some advice, I am looking to buy a M3 and have come across one that may be suitable and need some advice if its any good.

2009 m3 in jerez black with novillo bamboo interior, 6000 miles

it lists additional equipment

Comfort Access
Elec Fold Exterior Mirrors
Enhanced Bluetooth phone functionality
Loudspeaker system - BMW Professional
Mirror Anthracite wood interior trim
Seat heating. front

its priced at 29,000
cheers

[Panthro]

Seems well priced. Is it DCT?
I expect for that price it will have the old style CCC iDrive and not the CIC iDrive.

[Big E 118]

Similar spec and age to mine.

Is it an AUC car? Assuming it is I'd say if its a manual it seems a fair price, if it's DCT I'd say that's a good price.

A lot of 2009 registered cars are actually 2008 build. Has it got the old or newer iDrive?

How about EDC? They seem to hold a slight premium.

You got a link?

[scoobyPPP]

The car is a manual, can you tell me the difference between the idrives, and i totally forgot about the EDC, here is the link anyway

http://bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/bmwauc/details/0,,1156___as...

[M3Charlie]

This one has the old style nav as there are no shortcut buttons around the idrive. No EDC as the button is blanked off. No 19,s. looks nice though

[Big E 118]

scoobyPPP said:

The car is a manual, can you tell me the difference between the idrives, and i totally forgot about the EDC, here is the link anyway

http://bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/bmwauc/details/0,,1156___as...

Looks like a tidy car, standard wheels and no EDC may make it less attractive to some. I'd say the wood trim is a bit of a Marmite choice.

I bought mine in Jan which is a similar spec/age but has DCT, EDC, DAB, USB, Bluetooth. It had about 11k miles and I paid £34k. The prices have dropped even more since then so personally I'd say that the car shown is a little bit pricey, nothing that couldn't be negotiated I'm sure.

That car has the older iDrive. The newer version is better, higher res screen/hard drive/more buttons!/slightly better functionality. To me it wouldn't be a game changer.

I've bought cars of Vines at Gatwick before and have always found that they'd be open to sensible offers.

My M3 is there at the moment in bits while it has a re spray!

[darreni]

If I was looking for an E92, I'd be over this like a rash:

http://forums.m3cutters.co.uk/showthread.php?t=569...

A little over budget, but has warranty, low miles & great spec so should hold value better or be easier to resale.

[Wills2]

scoobyPPP said:

The car is a manual, can you tell me the difference between the idrives, and i totally forgot about the EDC, here is the link anyway

http://bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/bmwauc/details/0,,1156___as...

My e92 was on 18" without EDC it was a great car, rides better on the 18" it's the purer set up!

[scoobyPPP]

Thanks for the replies guys, i think im gonna look for one with a new idrive system and see what I can find, cheers.

[Big E 118]

scoobyPPP said:

Thanks for the replies guys, i think im gonna look for one with a new idrive system and see what I can find, cheers.

There seems to be plenty around. Let us know how the search goes.

[s2racer]

Its a decent price IMHO. If you want that spec, it won't be easy to sell on with those interior colours.

I'd consider dct too, I have the manual and its a pretty average box IMHO

They are a harsh ride on 19s, I think 18s are better but like rocking horse st.

Edit DOH! Typing on a tab is prone to Cuck fups

Edited by s2racer on Sunday 29th July 11:24

Edited by s2racer on Sunday 29th July 11:25

[Terminator X]

28s

TX.

[scoobyPPP]

Went to see an interlagos blue e92 today, had beige interior, manual edc and few other bits. spoke to the dealership and wanted to know how important EDC was, he seems to think it doesn't make much difference and that most people can live without it. Just wanted people opinions on the EDC function and how much difference it actually makes, cheers.

[Jazzer]

The dealer would say that!

EDC is an excellent option.....really handy and makes a genuine difference.

They are much harder to shift without EDC for sure!

[pjv997]

Jazzer said:

The dealer would say that!

EDC is an excellent option.....really handy and makes a genuine difference.

They are much harder to shift without EDC for sure!

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[Big E 118]

Jazzer said:

The dealer would say that!

EDC is an excellent option.....really handy and makes a genuine difference.

They are much harder to shift without EDC for sure!

I have an EDC car but to be quite honest I leave it in comfort 90% of the time. I'd say it would be pretty easy to live without EDC unless tracking it. I only really switch it to sport if really pressing on, which living in the South East is very rare with the amount of traffic around.

From what I've read most buyers would prefer the option of EDC though which might affect ease of selling it on.

[Eastern boy]

Glass's guide Values these cars to include EDC, and suggests a deduction without. I would always say to my clients it depends on how you are going to use the car. I have had many people take cars with and without it. If you are going to drive it hard or track it, then definately go for EDC. If it is a day to day runner with occasional blasts then i guess you could do without it.

I'm sure there are differing opinions on the forum, and there always will be, however drive the car for a good lengthy drive and see if you can live with or without it

Greg

[pjv997]

Eastern boy said:

Glass's guide Values these cars to include EDC, and suggests a deduction without. I would always say to my clients it depends on how you are going to use the car. I have had many people take cars with and without it. If you are going to drive it hard or track it, then definately go for EDC. If it is a day to day runner with occasional blasts then i guess you could do without it.

I'm sure there are differing opinions on the forum, and there always will be, however drive the car for a good lengthy drive and see if you can live with or without it

Greg

Many dealers will not allow an extended drive in an M car - and so for most, to get a genuine back to back comparison between an EDC and non EDC car is just no practical.

I have had three cars with EDC or equivalent, and they stay in comfort for 90% of the time, but for 10% of the time, it is great to have the ability to firm up the suspension. For that reason I am a big fan and also have a car that I am confident will be easier to sell on when the time comes.

I am sure that whilst cars remain relatively young, EDC will be seen by the majority of people in a positive light (maybe even essential) but as cars get older and the prospect of more complicated and presumably expensive repairs loom, it may be considered less desirable.

[Eastern boy]

I'm not sure why dealers dont offer lengthy drives, Demonstrators can be insured for Customers to drive albeit with a hefty excess dependant on age etc, but if a customer is keen to drive a car i'm sure the fact if any damage is caused they have an excess to pay won't put serious buyers off.

[croyde]

I normally call the dealer and ask where I can hire the car that I am interested in. They usually offer an extended test drive as they realise I must be serious if I am willing to throw £300+ away on a 24 hour hire.

Porsche once let me have a brand new 997S for 24 hours without me even asking and Jeep once offered me a long weekend in one of their cars but I was too busy to take up the offer. BMW were happy to let me test one of their bikes for a whole day, in fact they insisted on it.