Need opinion on a car I'm interested in....

[Canucks3322]

Ok, Beyond, I need your help. What do you think of this one for sale?

http://www.buysell.com/root/detail/Calgary/2000_Import_Cars/2114/71512070/2000_BMW_323I_323I_167000kms_4dr.aspx

I'm looking to downgrade and in the pics, it looks decent but I have no clue what to look for....I know it's a dealership in Forest Lawn but other than that, what else to look for? How much are parts for these things? Do most mechanics know how to fix them?

[Aleks]

I know the current gen 323s don't come with leather and I thought neither did the previous gen. But people always pretend like it's leather in their ads.

[Canucks3322]

Meh, I'm downgrading so I'm really more worried about fixing stuff with it.....probably keep it for a 1-2 years until I can secure a mortgage.

[sxtothe240]

I'd get a second opinion from a mechanic.

Fixing anything on BMW's are pricey.

[psycoticclown]

Doesn't seem that good of a deal tbh. KM's are kind of on the high side too. If anything goes wrong, your gonna be bending over.

[kamakurakid]

Originally posted by sxtothe240
I'd get a second opinion from a mechanic.

Fixing anything on BMW's are pricey.

Get an experienced non-dealer BMW mechanic to give the car a once over, believe me the little bit of money spent early in the game will save you from a bucket of pain around the corner. Something as simple as a timing belt will mean replacing everything from the belt on out, as you are in there and they will need replacing in a short time. Brakes same deal, better to spend a bit to know if there are vipers waiting to strike. Get a clean car and it will be sweet, get the other and you will be wishing you bought that Camry.

[Canucks3322]

No comments on the dealer? Quest? Is this a "Kingsway" type dealer for those of you familiar with used car dealers in Vancouver? Meaning all their cars are from the East or US and have been replaced with cheap parts?

[911fever]

Not a good deal at all. About 3k too high. Don't buy a 3 series. Buy like a 99 Maxima or a Honda. Something cheaper and more reliable.