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d8mok said:
Edible Roadkill said:
As a reverse question to that is a sexy female customers more likely to get a good deal than a man??
Does a set of baps on display help bring the price down?
No but bring a dog in and have everyone eating out of your hand Does a set of baps on display help bring the price down?
Baps only work if they request a home viewing and test drive before the deal is concluded...
Mexman said:
talksthetorque said:
I started a separate thread in this but wanted to ask in here.
Are the suvs you get in px all tatty?
We’re looking for our first one (X3) and I’m wondering why every single one is festooned with scratches, stonechips and dinks all over the paintwork, and they all look like the lower centre console has been owned by an anxious man with an automatic centrepunch.
SUV's and in particular MPV's are ALWAYS battered.Are the suvs you get in px all tatty?
We’re looking for our first one (X3) and I’m wondering why every single one is festooned with scratches, stonechips and dinks all over the paintwork, and they all look like the lower centre console has been owned by an anxious man with an automatic centrepunch.
Out of every 10 we are offered, probably only 3 or 4 will be worth retailing, and even then, they will need paintwork, trim replacing, the valet of a lifetime (at least twice) and all kinds of rectification work.
I suppose it's because they are generally all owned by families with half a dozen feral kids and dogs etc.
I bloody hate selling the things, because all you ever get is 'ooh, there's a little scratch there and a mark there!'
'Yeah, and I've just spent £1500 rebuilding this piece of s
t, I'm not going to spend any more either'And the people you are trying to sell too?
Yep, families with half a dozen feral kids and 3 big, hairy, slobbering dogs....and the cycle repeats.
Answer to your question, Yes, they are normally always completely wrecked.
The oh wanted an evoque but thankfully I managed to plant the seed of unreliability, and a friend’s husband in the trade put the final nail in the coffin. So the next choice was an x3. Christ they’re all rough. I can’t believe people buy £50k cars and then trash them like this. We have no kids, feral or otherwise and two small dogs, only one of which slobbers a bit.
talksthetorque said:
Thank you for your brutally honest response. I’m sorry if I hit a nerve, have a cup of tea and a sit down
The oh wanted an evoque but thankfully I managed to plant the seed of unreliability, and a friend’s husband in the trade put the final nail in the coffin. So the next choice was an x3. Christ they’re all rough. I can’t believe people buy £50k cars and then trash them like this. We have no kids, feral or otherwise and two small dogs, only one of which slobbers a bit.
The oh wanted an evoque but thankfully I managed to plant the seed of unreliability, and a friend’s husband in the trade put the final nail in the coffin. So the next choice was an x3. Christ they’re all rough. I can’t believe people buy £50k cars and then trash them like this. We have no kids, feral or otherwise and two small dogs, only one of which slobbers a bit.
Yep, there's a lot of rough ones out there, but rest assured, there will also be the odd little gem amongst the rough.
Keep searching, one will be out there somewhere.
I wonder that the steady decline in car condition is related to the fact hardly anyone owns them - the rent/PCP them and hand back. THe pride of ownership and desire to protect their investment is not what it used to be.
They know in 2 or 3 years they will get a shiny new replacement and don't give too much of a care about them aster the 6 month novelty has worn off?
They know in 2 or 3 years they will get a shiny new replacement and don't give too much of a care about them aster the 6 month novelty has worn off?
lord trumpton said:
I wonder that the steady decline in car condition is related to the fact hardly anyone owns them - the rent/PCP them and hand back. THe pride of ownership and desire to protect their investment is not what it used to be.
They know in 2 or 3 years they will get a shiny new replacement and don't give too much of a care about them aster the 6 month novelty has worn off?
Good point, very possibly down to this.They know in 2 or 3 years they will get a shiny new replacement and don't give too much of a care about them aster the 6 month novelty has worn off?
Most part exes are in terrible condition, cleanliness wise.
Having to mop a car and do a couple of panels of paintwork is normal now.
As is interior valeting, sometimes a car will need 2 or 3 separate interior cleans to get it anywhere near acceptable, particularly at this time of the year.
lord trumpton said:
I wonder that the steady decline in car condition is related to the fact hardly anyone owns them - the rent/PCP them and hand back. THe pride of ownership and desire to protect their investment is not what it used to be.
They know in 2 or 3 years they will get a shiny new replacement and don't give too much of a care about them aster the 6 month novelty has worn off?
Totally the opposite in the US.They know in 2 or 3 years they will get a shiny new replacement and don't give too much of a care about them aster the 6 month novelty has worn off?
Lessees are responsible for the condition of cars when they are turned in at lease end. They are charged for damage, stains and tears to upholstery, worn tires, dents and dings, lost keys etc.. and are required to maintain the car to manufacturers recommendations. Generally off lease cars are in great condition and make good second hand buys.
Mexman said:
Good point, very possibly down to this.
Most part exes are in terrible condition, cleanliness wise.
Having to mop a car and do a couple of panels of paintwork is normal now.
As is interior valeting, sometimes a car will need 2 or 3 separate interior cleans to get it anywhere near acceptable, particularly at this time of the year.
I gave my px a proper detail before I took it in. Just personal pride/mild ocd, but I was gutted when I had to detour down 50 miles of B roads when the M5 was closed. It was filthy when I turned up Most part exes are in terrible condition, cleanliness wise.
Having to mop a car and do a couple of panels of paintwork is normal now.
As is interior valeting, sometimes a car will need 2 or 3 separate interior cleans to get it anywhere near acceptable, particularly at this time of the year.
Mind you, I then spent a good few days getting my "new" car up to my standard.
Interesting talk of tatty pxes - am looking to chop in the x trail for a cmax. It isn't going to be worth much but would save the hassle of getting rid
What sort of things should I be asking for to be included or knocked off the asking. Is a used model from a main dealer. Don't want to take finance as would be insane apr, am mindful there might not be a huge margin for the dealer but I don't work there.
What sort of things should I be asking for to be included or knocked off the asking. Is a used model from a main dealer. Don't want to take finance as would be insane apr, am mindful there might not be a huge margin for the dealer but I don't work there.
lord trumpton said:
I wonder that the steady decline in car condition is related to the fact hardly anyone owns them - the rent/PCP them and hand back. THe pride of ownership and desire to protect their investment is not what it used to be.
I might be missing something, but they’re not the cars that Mexman is going to be seeing.Edited by Sheepshanks on Monday 4th March 09:13
unrepentant said:
lord trumpton said:
I wonder that the steady decline in car condition is related to the fact hardly anyone owns them - the rent/PCP them and hand back. THe pride of ownership and desire to protect their investment is not what it used to be.
They know in 2 or 3 years they will get a shiny new replacement and don't give too much of a care about them aster the 6 month novelty has worn off?
Totally the opposite in the US.They know in 2 or 3 years they will get a shiny new replacement and don't give too much of a care about them aster the 6 month novelty has worn off?
Lessees are responsible for the condition of cars when they are turned in at lease end. They are charged for damage, stains and tears to upholstery, worn tires, dents and dings, lost keys etc.. and are required to maintain the car to manufacturers recommendations. Generally off lease cars are in great condition and make good second hand buys.
Sheepshanks said:
It’s exactly the same here, so I’m baffled by Lord Trumpton’s point.
One of our neighbours had their lease car picked up on Friday. I was quite surprised by the amount of time, effort and pictures taken before it was taken away. I was also mildly amused as it was parked by the side of a busy road and the chap taking the pictures kept walking into the traffic to get a better shot Office_Monkey said:
What sort of things should I be asking for to be included or knocked off the asking. Is a used model from a main dealer. Don't want to take finance as would be insane apr, am mindful there might not be a huge margin for the dealer but I don't work there.
I'd ask if there are any incentives to take the finance. We took out a PCP agreement on my wifes Polo as it meant we got 2 years free servicing, as soon as the free service paperwork was emailed over we withdrew from the finance agreement with only a £25 admin fee to pay. Given the above couple of posts, this story seems apt...
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47438681
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47438681
I’ve found a 335d I quite like from a main dealer, it is subject to the EGR recall which has not been done yet due to scarcity of parts (which I understand). What are the chances of getting a note in email form from the dealer to say that as of this point in time, here’s no leaks etc? I’ve pushed the sales guy a few times and he’s been a bit vague answering this. I appreciate that it could start leaking the day after I collect it (assuming that I go ahead), I just want a bit of reassurance that it’s ok at the mo.
The person who traded it in must have been fleeced because it looks like they e done a bit of work (new tyres, discs and pads are new and it’s been serviced).
The person who traded it in must have been fleeced because it looks like they e done a bit of work (new tyres, discs and pads are new and it’s been serviced).
Court_S said:
I’ve found a 335d I quite like from a main dealer, it is subject to the EGR recall which has not been done yet due to scarcity of parts (which I understand). What are the chances of getting a note in email form from the dealer to say that as of this point in time, here’s no leaks etc?
Why do you want a note if the recall work is getting done? Do you like the car? Do you like the people you're buying from? If yes, buy it.
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Why do you want a note if the recall work is getting done?
Do you like the car? Do you like the people you're buying from? If yes, buy it.
I just want to know it’s not leaking at the moment, so I can deal with the recall at a later date.Do you like the car? Do you like the people you're buying from? If yes, buy it.
Cars with leaking EGR’s are getting impounded by BMW until parts are available which can be a very long time, especially on the 3.0 engines.
Court_S said:
Cars with leaking EGR’s are getting impounded by BMW until parts are available which can be a very long time, especially on the 3.0 engines.
Given that an MOT station can't impound your car even if it's a brakeless, rotten death-trap with four bald tyres, I doubt BMW can impound your car due to a coolant leak.Gassing Station | General Gassing | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff