First the house, now my car

hjahmad · 06-30-2016, 01:48 PM

Hey everyone,

Long time lurker here and am finally serious of buying my favorite car, e92 M3. Currently in the process of building a house and baby 2 on the way, but buy next spring, I am looking to buy the car.
I am hoping to buy a newer version, specifically looking for a 2013 with lower miles.
Since I have some time before I buy, and I wont be in any rush to do so, I want to research as much as possible so I can get the car that I want.
I have some ideas for some of the basic items but I was hoping to find more information on the standard features and packages.
There are a few currently for sale at Enthusiast Auto in Ohio with the competition packages but I want to be sure it is worth the extra cost. (am I the only one that feels EA is overpriced?)
Is there anywhere I can find the original standard feature lists and package information?
one of the items I am curious about is the adjustable suspension? is that standard or competition only?

The other side of the research would the problems. I have seen the rod bearing issue mentioned a lot in the threads and a few videos such as on The Smoking Tire. how bad can this issue get? is this something that can kill an engine? any chance there is a recall or preemptive service that can be completed to avoid the issue completely?
By the time I am ready to buy, most of the available cars will be out of the original 4 year service plan and warranty. What other issues are there that I would need to keep an eye out for?

lastly, is it possible to get a car CPO'd if you don't buy if from a BMW dealer?

Thanks for the help. I apologize if these have been asked before. I have searched around as much as I could but most of the information I am looking for is difficulty to find or fragmented. any info or links are appreciated.

kb9uwu · 06-30-2016, 02:31 PM

Enthusiast Auto overpriced?!?!? No way!

hjahmad · 06-30-2016, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by kb9uwu

Enthusiast Auto overpriced?!?!? No way!

Hahaha
anyone here ever bought from them and tried to negotiate?

mharris2007 · 06-30-2016, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by hjahmad

Hey everyone,

Long time lurker here and am finally serious of buying my favorite car, e92 M3. Currently in the process of building a house and baby 2 on the way, but buy next spring, I am looking to buy the car.
I am hoping to buy a newer version, specifically looking for a 2013 with lower miles.
Since I have some time before I buy, and I wont be in any rush to do so, I want to research as much as possible so I can get the car that I want.
I have some ideas for some of the basic items but I was hoping to find more information on the standard features and packages.
There are a few currently for sale at Enthusiast Auto in Ohio with the competition packages but I want to be sure it is worth the extra cost. (am I the only one that feels EA is overpriced?)
Is there anywhere I can find the original standard feature lists and package information?
one of the items I am curious about is the adjustable suspension? is that standard or competition only?

The other side of the research would the problems. I have seen the rod bearing issue mentioned a lot in the threads and a few videos such as on The Smoking Tire. how bad can this issue get? is this something that can kill an engine? any chance there is a recall or preemptive service that can be completed to avoid the issue completely?
By the time I am ready to buy, most of the available cars will be out of the original 4 year service plan and warranty. What other issues are there that I would need to keep an eye out for?

lastly, is it possible to get a car CPO'd if you don't buy if from a BMW dealer?

Thanks for the help. I apologize if these have been asked before. I have searched around as much as I could but most of the information I am looking for is difficulty to find or fragmented. any info or links are appreciated.

Do not buy from those guys, out of principal alone (aside from getting raped on price). Do your due diligence, post a WTB add on the forum and get the word out. You'll be able to find one yourself.

See this recent thread I was involved with regarding EAG.

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1234775

crypticc · 07-01-2016, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by mharris2007

Do not buy from those guys, out of principal alone (aside from getting raped on price). Do your due diligence, post a WTB add on the forum and get the word out. You'll be able to find one yourself.

See this recent thread I was involved with regarding EAG.

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1234775

It was the original seller on that thread who have a bad experience. EA just snapped up a good car and sold it at a higher price.What's wrong with that? Except to suggest they have good card but bigger mark up

mreed · 07-01-2016, 08:41 AM

Here is a good site for info on packages.

http://www.bmwmregistry.com/model_faq.php?id=50

As for the rod bearings, there is potential for major damage requiring a brand new engine, ~$20k. It doesn't seem to be very common and outside of replacing the bearing early, there isn't really a fix/recall for it. I don't think you can CPO outside of a BMW dealer, but you could get an extended warranty, just make sure if covers the standard issues (bearings, throttle actuators, etc) and get it in writing.

OC ///M · 07-01-2016, 02:48 PM

I may be selling my mint condition '13 comp pkg w/ 6,500mi.
PM me if you're interested.

loveskiing · 07-01-2016, 07:03 PM

EA marks cars up? Wow, I learn something new here every day...
They have a compatriot up in Seattle that operates in the same fashion. Saw a nice 2011 e90 SS local dealer was offering @ 47k, left messages for the GSM to call me back to work out a price, and these @$&#! :-+ swept in bought it from under me...only to. offer it @ 54,500 the next day! Best part of the story, they sold it to some well heeled dude with $$$ to burn and zero brains on what to pay...
Then again everything happens for reasons...I found my garage queen here from another forum member with less miles, more features and less $$$!

mharris2007 · 07-04-2016, 02:17 AM

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Originally Posted by loveskiing

EA marks cars up? Wow, I learn something new here every day...
They have a compatriot up in Seattle that operates in the same fashion. Saw a nice 2011 e90 SS local dealer was offering @ 47k, left messages for the GSM to call me back to work out a price, and these @$&#! :-+ swept in bought it from under me...only to. offer it @ 54,500 the next day! Best part of the story, they sold it to some well heeled dude with $$$ to burn and zero brains on what to pay...
Then again everything happens for reasons...I found my garage queen here from another forum member with less miles, more features and less $$$!

Lol! You speak the truth. Eag has morphed into a scalping agency that just takes people's money who have financial sense (or just don't care to). Glad you found your car!

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hjahmad New Member 1 Rep 12 Posts Drives: Imaginary e92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	First the house, now my car Hey everyone, Long time lurker here and am finally serious of buying my favorite car, e92 M3. Currently in the process of building a house and baby 2 on the way, but buy next spring, I am looking to buy the car. I am hoping to buy a newer version, specifically looking for a 2013 with lower miles. Since I have some time before I buy, and I wont be in any rush to do so, I want to research as much as possible so I can get the car that I want. I have some ideas for some of the basic items but I was hoping to find more information on the standard features and packages. There are a few currently for sale at Enthusiast Auto in Ohio with the competition packages but I want to be sure it is worth the extra cost. (am I the only one that feels EA is overpriced?) Is there anywhere I can find the original standard feature lists and package information? one of the items I am curious about is the adjustable suspension? is that standard or competition only? The other side of the research would the problems. I have seen the rod bearing issue mentioned a lot in the threads and a few videos such as on The Smoking Tire. how bad can this issue get? is this something that can kill an engine? any chance there is a recall or preemptive service that can be completed to avoid the issue completely? By the time I am ready to buy, most of the available cars will be out of the original 4 year service plan and warranty. What other issues are there that I would need to keep an eye out for? lastly, is it possible to get a car CPO'd if you don't buy if from a BMW dealer? Thanks for the help. I apologize if these have been asked before. I have searched around as much as I could but most of the information I am looking for is difficulty to find or fragmented. any info or links are appreciated.
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mreed Private First Class 38 Rep 160 Posts Drives: 2013 M3 \| 2020 X3M Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Here is a good site for info on packages. http://www.bmwmregistry.com/model_faq.php?id=50 As for the rod bearings, there is potential for major damage requiring a brand new engine, ~$20k. It doesn't seem to be very common and outside of replacing the bearing early, there isn't really a fix/recall for it. I don't think you can CPO outside of a BMW dealer, but you could get an extended warranty, just make sure if covers the standard issues (bearings, throttle actuators, etc) and get it in writing. __________________ 2013 E92 M3 w/ Competition Package 2020 X3M Competition
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OC ///M Dr. Octagon 260 Rep 1,919 Posts Drives: Moonstone e92 M3 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South County iTrader: (0)	I may be selling my mint condition '13 comp pkg w/ 6,500mi. PM me if you're interested. __________________ OC ///M 2013 E92 M3 Individual Sold: 2011 E92 M3 SSII \| Sold: 2008 E92 M3 SSII \| Into a Wall: 2008 E92 M3 SSII \| Sold: 2007 E92 335i JB
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loveskiing Lieutenant Colonel 968 Rep 1,612 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 E90 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	EA marks cars up? Wow, I learn something new here every day... They have a compatriot up in Seattle that operates in the same fashion. Saw a nice 2011 e90 SS local dealer was offering @ 47k, left messages for the GSM to call me back to work out a price, and these @$&#! :-+ swept in bought it from under me...only to. offer it @ 54,500 the next day! Best part of the story, they sold it to some well heeled dude with $$$ to burn and zero brains on what to pay... Then again everything happens for reasons...I found my garage queen here from another forum member with less miles, more features and less $$$!
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