Thoughts on this car?

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Been looking about a bit, and was going for an E46, but seen this and think it looks great value, but thought id ask on here.

Looks to have the right options, price seems keen, mileage low and 12 months BMW warranty on it.

https://usedcars.bmw.co.uk/vehicle/2...e-13da1070d...

Ive put down a refundable deposit on it to hold it whilst i did some research, but thought id ask the opinion of those in the know!

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Ohh looks like they removed the car as i put a deposit down!

http://www.stratstonederbybmw.co.uk/used-cars/?pag...

This is the direct link.

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Any idea what the warranty would be if it were sub 60k, compared to now?

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Yep ... that bit has concerned me somewhat as well, and had it been a local dealer id probably have given it a wide berth.

I spoke to the dealer and he said that the guy bought it, and came back as wasnt the car for him after all.

Does make me wonder, but also thinking that if it was a 'dodgy' car in someway, BMW wouldnt be retailing it and guaranteeing the car either.

Wish i was closer to have a look at it, but its 150 miles away, still no worries for me to go see the car, and if i dont like it to not bother - rather lose £60 train fare than drop a load on a problem motor.

BTW - would it be worth me sending the previous owner of the car a message once ive bought it to see why he did return it, though granted bt then its a bit late!

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They said they could no longer do 2yrs warranty - the guy said he didnt even have the ability to sell me one.

Not sure how much BS that is, or if its fact.

I do know the car is cheap though - cheaper than a lot of private deals, and with a years.

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I think ill go up and see the car - and see from there what they will do.

Id prefer 2yrs AUC on it as much more peace of mind.

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Thats what im thinking as apparently the warranty price jumps hugely in 2nd yr.

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From all ive read once the car is above 60k, there is a real reluctance to give anything on warranty!