[RangeRover]

Hi guys!!!!! :)

I'm selling my BMW in the spring and am going to be upgrading.

I kind of want to spend around the $20,000 mark give or take a few thousand and want to get another BMW(love them)

So I'm wondering what you guys think I should get?

For the year and price range I have seen a

2005 x3
2005 or 2006 525i
or a 2007 323i

I know a lot of you probably think the 323i sucks, because it has a small engine ETC but I don't really care about speed or anything like that.

I just want something reliable, good for the city, and comfortable.

I feel like the 5 series is kind of a contender, but I'm not 100 percent

What do you guys think?


http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c216/jenred316/Atlanta%20Auto%20Show%202006/BMW525i.jpg

http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff317/sportygirl1511/BMW%20323i%202007/36ef.jpg

???

Thanks guys!

[smk]

Range Rover :troll:

I would go for the 5 series

[dinamix]

I would get a e92 coupe ..so sexy

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_NRSDCBt4i-U/SkfbbJpYt_I/AAAAAAAADGg/7d2zhYebA4Y/BMW%20te37.jpg
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[RangeRover]

I love the coupe but I need to get a sedan.

And I have a Range Rover right now but it's going byebye soon.

Let's not get into it or I'm going to start to cry :( boohoo

[RangeRover]

I would get a e92 coupe ..so sexy

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_NRSDCBt4i-U/SkfbbJpYt_I/AAAAAAAADGg/7d2zhYebA4Y/BMW%20te37.jpg
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Oh that picture makes it so horribly tempting to get a 3 series coupe. How much can I get one for?

[CharlieH]

^

that's a picture of an m3 coupe with exhaust, trunk, coilovers and expensive ass volk te37s. the mods alone would account for half of your $20,000 budget lol...


you can get an 07 328 coupe for around 22-25k though

but if you don't care too much about performance then i'd go for a 2005 530i. it has a lot more standard features than the 525 and is a way ahead of the 3 series in terms of comfort. they should be priced at around 25k as well.

just don't pick an x3. it's not a very good car.

[n0ob]

I have an 07 e90 328i and so I will obviously recommend that. They should be going for under $20,000 if it's a private sale and around $25,000 if you are getting it pre-owned certified from BMW.

Also consider the 06 325i which is pretty much the same as the 07.

[donjalapeno]

525i, is your best bet. The X3 isnt a bad car, its basically a raised 3 series with extra room. Make sure you get a certified BMW car though or atleast pay some extra money and have a dealer mechanic take a look at it.

[ilvtofu]

Go for a 328i sedan IMO, that chassis is a whole lot newer than the other two. Take the X3 for a test drive, the 2005 is one of the most uncomfortable rides out there, however unlike a toyota/honda it's not choppy and is actually really composed on rough surfaces, The 2007 and up I believe have better engines/ride.

The 323 doesn't suck, I've driven it with the automatic and it has plenty of power for daily driving, That said I think the 328 is a better deal if you're getting used because they'll probably be better equipped. I am in love with the chassis of this car though, keep in mind the rear wheel arch bulges into the seat quite a bit which makes the rear more suitable as a 4 seater.

If fuel economy matters to you definitely go for the newer line of engines, the one in our old x3 (3.0 si 260hp) sipped gas for a car of it's weight and power/drivetrain. However in the 323i I noticed an avg of about only 1-1.5L/100km less but it was a much lighter car and also 2wd. These are just my observations though. Another thing which is a nightmare about the 323i are the wheels. They are ugly and they are convex, they were impossible to keep clean (Quickly at least)

[gdoh]

335is =]

[Mugen EvOlutioN]

335 or go home

[n0ob]

Sorry, I should also state:

GET THE SPORT PACKAGE. The car is NOT fun to drive without it.

[dhari]

^



you can get an 07 328 coupe for around 22-25k though



damnnnn i didnt know the prices dropped that much:alone: i bought my coupe for 34k in the summer of 09.

[Nicotine]

5 series hands down.

[maxx]

depends on the mileage, if you are faced with a 5 with 60 or 70k and a 323 with 30-40k, i would purchase the 323.

i would not buy an 05 X3, for multiple reasons, unless you get a smoking deal on it, i.e $13-15000 with low kms.

323s are great cars, they are fairly quick with a manual and fun to drive. there are lots of them around. we had an 08 with 50ks for $21,000, sold it in about a day.

If like you said, you do not care about status or performance, I would haggle my ass off for the newest car possible with the lowest milage. Slap some nice 18 inch rims on it and call it a day.

p.s. and no, you cannot buy an 07 328 for 25k or a 530 for 25k.
p.p.s Ranger Rovers are dope!

[rJZx]

anything but the x3 :troll:

[skyxx]

I won't help you decide until you present a photo of yourself. :)

[MindBomber]

Have you considered a 7 series?
http://www.revscene.net/forums/fs-2003-bmw-t627367.html

Nice 325i
http://www.revscene.net/forums/fs-2006-bmw-t630461.html

[CharlieH]

p.s. and no, you cannot buy an 07 328 for 25k or a 530 for 25k.
p.p.s Ranger Rovers are dope!


oh you're right about the 328 coupe. i took a look online and they actually go for around 30 lol. but i found quite a few 530s for around 25k :P

[shenmecar]

335 or go home

http://www.revscene.net/forums/bmw-35i-complaints-t607509.html

Yeah. Get a 335 if you want constant fuel pump issues.

[CharlieH]

^

had to get rid of my car for that exact reason. 3 failed pumps + the car ran like complete shit.

[PJ]

+1 525i

[1exotic]

2005/2006 525i with hamman wheels and straight pipe exhaust.

[RevRav]

Which one of the 3 does your daddy like more?

..........he's the one paying afterall :troll:

[monkeywrench]

5 series in black

335 sedan lol

[RangeRover]

My dad isn't paying. I am :)

And I had my pic up as my avatar for awhile but I changed it back to Kim K.
I thought about maybe getting an 03 range rover but right now I have an 06 sport and it just seems like a downgrade. Plus the range rover is a piece of crap talk is true.... One of my door never closes, the tailgate won't close and sometimes won't open my car always beeps at me for no reason... Fml
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[hk20000]

so.....pics of yourself? lol

[Mugen EvOlutioN]

i want a sneak peak before i can decide what car you should buy

:fullofwin:

[RangeRover]

;)

[Zyzz]

hard to choose... none of those models even come with real leather...

i rather get a second hand car than those

[n0ob]

hard to choose... none of those models even come with real leather...

i rather get a second hand car than those

:facepalm:

You probably wouldn't want the real leather....

Apart from the leather being more expensive, it also
- wears out quickly
- is more difficult and more expensive to maintain
- feels colder in winter/hotter in summer

Whereas the leatherette is easier to clean and maintain, although there is hardly any maintaining that needs to be done for it and it's good if you own pets.

I have the leatherette in my car and it feels great to me. People can’t even tell the difference. The leatherette in the BMW has a really high quality.

[Mugen EvOlutioN]

ugh the leatherette in the bmw is hard and rough as hell

[CharlieH]

:facepalm:

You probably wouldn't want the real leather....

Apart from the leather being more expensive, it also
- wears out quickly
- is more difficult and more expensive to maintain
- feels colder in winter/hotter in summer

Whereas the leatherette is easier to clean and maintain, although there is hardly any maintaining that needs to be done for it and it's good if you own pets.

I have the leatherette in my car and it feels great to me. People can’t even tell the difference. The leatherette in the BMW has a really high quality.

everything you stated is true but if you opt for leather you'll find that it's softer and more comfortable. i had leatherette in my 335 and it was alright for what it was, but nothing special.

[dangonay]

The leatherette in the BMW has a really high quality.
I guess the countless seat covers BMW is replacing because of cracking equals quality?

[maxx]

I guess the countless seat covers BMW is replacing because of cracking equals quality?

countless? where do you get your info?

[jasonturbo]

Dont buy a 335 unless it comes with a lifetime supply of fuel pumps.

[kgatz]

6 series. do it

[Energy]

328i sedans should be around your price range. That's probably the best choice when you factor in price, performance, and features.

[dangonay]

Dont buy a 335 unless it comes with a lifetime supply of fuel pumps.

There's an official recall on the pumps now. Also a recall on the fuel injectors which caused similar issues to the pumps (meaning if you had a pump replaced it might not have needed it). Now when a car comes in the pump is replaced and the injectors pulled to check serial numbers (yes they are unique). Some or all injectors will be replaced. Finally the car will get new software for the engine ECU.
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[Dinan3]

525i > X3 > 323i on driving feel imo. Test drive them and decide for yourself. If I want to get a BMW sedan I'd go for a 328i or xi.

[RevRav]

Which one of the 3 does your daddy like more?

..........he's the one paying afterall :troll:

@CharlieH, dogeatcookie, guddagudd, maxx, MindBomber, smk
I don't think you got the chance to get to know a little about OP yet. Check out:
http://www.revscene.net/forums/valentines-day-coming-t635325.html?p=7277233#post7277233
http://www.revscene.net/forums/list-your-latest-t581418.html?p=7277236#post7277236
http://www.revscene.net/forums/list-your-favorite-t630753.html?p=7277238#post7277238

[busdriverman]

+1 5 series. surprisingly i dont see many in white here in richmond

[GabAlmighty]

Get a Yota. Or a Volvo. I'm not biased at all.

[HonestTea]

2009 E90 328i manual 6 speed w/ Sports Package :)

[RangeRover]

2009 is way over my budget :( :(

I need like a 2007

So do you guys think I should go for a 2006 328i instead of a 2007 323i?

[n0ob]

2009 is way over my budget :( :(

I need like a 2007

So do you guys think I should go for a 2006 328i instead of a 2007 323i?

No such thing as a 2006 328i. 2006 had 325i and 2007 was first year they came out with 328i.

2006 325i is great and you will probably get it for the best price.
But like I said, SPORTS PACKAGE = MUST HAVE.

[HonestTea]

Try finding a 2006 330i w/ Sports Package, that would probably be your best bet.

[GabAlmighty]

S60R

[Arash]

These new BMW's all look the same... it'll be like going to a party and seeing other people with the same purse. :gayfight:

[RangeRover]

:(

[bcedhk]

buy from the states *get LPauto to help you out if you dont want to DIY the paperwork*

probably can get a 328i for a cdn 323i price.

[RangeRover]

ohhh good suggestion

so many suggestions in this thread!

[Arash]

I would go with a Jaguar XJ (X350) and get a face lift kit (body kit) to make it look like a Jaguar XJ (X350) X358. All for under 20k if bought from the states.
I read these are the highest placed none Japanese cars for reliability, but I dont know for which years.
http://www.privatefleet.com.au/images/upload/Image/2008_jaguar_xj-series_20121624-396x249.jpg

[JordanLee]

^OP obviously wants a BMW. Omfg.

[dangonay]

countless? where do you get your info?
From the BMW mechanics who change them regularly? The same mechanics who all own a nice leatherette knee pad that used to be a seat cushion in a BMW? From those same mechanics who all own a pair of hog ring pliers (a tool that usually only upholsterers own).

[n0ob]

Hmmm, I'm at 70K and have had no such issues. Guess it's hit or miss really, or how well you take care of them.

[GabAlmighty]

http://www.dragtimes.com/images/9765-2006-Volvo-S60.jpg

[RangeRover]

How come you love your Volvo's so much?!

[GabAlmighty]

Because everybody else laughs.

[RangeRover]

I wanted a volvo station wagon in high school so badly

[BrRsn]

What do you have against the e46? I personally love it way more than the e90 and its an absolutely classic design ... just make sure to get a 330 that's facelift (2002 and newer) with the mtech2 package/ZHP (Most underrated 3 series to date IMO) ...

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/picture.php?albumid=339&pictureid=4071

Invest $2000 in some headers + a borla catback + install and you get this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFhYmeJnEHA


....


and another vid just for shits and giggles ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdGCFFkIERI


I'm a little bias towards e46's though .. I've always wanted one.

[MindBomber]

I wanted a volvo station wagon in high school so badly

I've never heard of a girl in high school wanting a Volvo station wagon :fullofwin:

[The_AK]

Picture yourself rolling off into the sunset in a brand new Daewoo Lanos. How do you feel?

[GabAlmighty]

Picture yourself rolling off into the sunset in a brand new Daewoo Lanos. How do you feel?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AD-308vaiUE

[RangeRover]

Picture yourself rolling off into the sunset in a brand new Daewoo Lanos. How do you feel?

Upset

I've never heard of a girl in high school wanting a Volvo station wagon :fullofwin:

Sorry I meant to say an e90 not a E92.

Here's my thing, I've had my E46 for awhile and I love it.
I had a dream I got new headlights on it last night (I guess that's what revscene will do to you).

The thing is that I just really want an upgrade and I LOVE the newer 3 series (2006 and on).

And I get bored of cars so easily- I just really really want to upgrade!!!

[GabAlmighty]

Can I have your e46? My runner burns too much gas.

[hchang]

I guess I'll be a man of my word and vouch that RangeRover isn't a troll.

I'm sure all of the guys on chat can back me up on this! :p

[RangeRover]

Can I have your e46? My runner burns too much gas.

Thanks chang!

And the BMW is actually so bad on gas. It's a gas pig.

[jing]

2003 Porsche C4S

[RangeRover]

HAHAHAHHAHAHAH

[observer]

Hi guys!!!!! :)

I'm selling my BMW in the spring and am going to be upgrading.

I kind of want to spend around the $20,000 mark give or take a few thousand and want to get another BMW(love them)

So I'm wondering what you guys think I should get?

For the year and price range I have seen a

2005 x3
2005 or 2006 525i
or a 2007 323i

I know a lot of you probably think the 323i sucks, because it has a small engine ETC but I don't really care about speed or anything like that.

I just want something reliable, good for the city, and comfortable.

I feel like the 5 series is kind of a contender, but I'm not 100 percent

What do you guys think?

I would do the 323i, newest, highest resale value most likely after you get sick of it.

But I wouldn't mind a VW GTI at your price range, plus or minus a few thousand.

[n0ob]

I would do the 323i, newest, highest resale value most likely after you get sick of it.

But I wouldn't mind a VW GTI at your price range, plus or minus a few thousand.

WTF...you just quoted the original post...:facepalm::facepalm:

[jpark]

id rather drive a lexus is250 than a bmw 323i..

[skylinergtr]

out of your suggestions,

i recommend the 2005 x3, or a 2005 525i.

the 2006 525i, and 323i is the new n52 motor. Its much better on fuel enomony, but I dont know if i would trust it reliability wise. They have expensive electric waterpumps, and possibly electric power steering too. Not to mention there is lots of complaints of lifter noise and vanos failure.

The engine in the 2005 x3 and 2005 525i is the m54 engine, which could possibly be one of the best engines bmw made (other than the M engines ofcouse).

Just my suggestions coming from a BMW guy. To be honest, i feel like they are going down the drain in reliability.

Dont get a new BMW unless your going to lease it, abuse it, and return it.

[RangeRover]

YIKES!

So you think an 05 525i is good.

I have some very important decisions to make!

[1exotic]

tuned E39 BMW M5 imo. >>

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXSQ1Y6NomQ

[RevRav]

Bored with your Range Rover? How about one of these :fullofwin:

http://www.srautogroup.com/Images/blog_01202011_toyota_4runner_1_popup.jpg
http://www.srautogroup.com/Images/blog_01202011_toyota_4runner_5_popup.jpg

GabAlmighty would be jealous :D

[RangeRover]

I think I might just do the 323i.

I love the Range Rover but it has to be sold and my heart will break a million times over:(

[jpark]

^^man that 4runner is sweet, i like!

[ilvtofu]

Bored with your Range Rover? How about one of these :fullofwin:

http://www.srautogroup.com/Images/blog_01202011_toyota_4runner_1_popup.jpg
http://www.srautogroup.com/Images/blog_01202011_toyota_4runner_5_popup.jpg

GabAlmighty would be jealous :D

That looks apocalyptic :thumbsup:

[observer]

If I were RR, I would work on the Pagani Huayra instead, if not, the McLaren MP4-12C..

[Death2Theft]

Get the Raptor truck and paint it hello kitty pink.

[buddha1]

4156

[Dtox89]

If I were RR, I would work on the Pagani Huayra instead, if not, the McLaren MP4-12C..

RR just asked me for a Pagani last night and i think it might have something to do with this post.:speechless:

[GabAlmighty]

Get the Raptor truck and paint it hello kitty pink.

For the love of god.. No.

[observer]

RR just asked me for a Pagani last night and i think it might have something to do with this post.:speechless:

Actually she started talking about it in another thread, we just have to remind her here, that's all..

[RangeRover]

u have to get me one now dtox or its over between us sry

[observer]

^ Good girl.

[Dtox89]

>.<

[shenmecar]

tuned E39 BMW M5 imo. >>

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXSQ1Y6NomQ

Yeah, i doubt that chick even knows how to drive stick.

Although, by the looks of it, shes very comfortable around many.

[RangeRover]

Yeah, i doubt that chick even knows how to drive stick.

Although, by the looks of it, shes very comfortable around many.
:stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu:


>.<

You have to figure out how to come up with a million buckeroos for my new valentines day gift now!:fullofwin::fullofwin::fullofwin:

[ruthless]

:stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu:




You have to figure out how to come up with a million buckeroos for my new valentines day gift now!:fullofwin::fullofwin::fullofwin:

gramps? :fullofwin:

[skyxx]

Guess Dtox gotta go buy Lottomax.

[jpark]

Yeah, i doubt that chick even knows how to drive stick.

Although, by the looks of it, shes very comfortable around many.

win! :fullofwin:

[The_AK]

http://www.comparestoreprices.co.uk/images/unbranded/c/unbranded-cozy-coupe-ii-car-little-tikes.jpg

Best performance gains can be found at the gym

[n0ob]

4156

Wow, thanks for showing us what a BMW 3-series looks like. Very helpful.

[AWDTurboLuvr]

I guess it depends if you want the higher ride height of the x3 or not. To be honest, if you're used to the nice ride of your Range Rover, you're going to hate the harshness of the x3.

There is a 2006 325xi @ Park Shore for $25,900. You could talk them down a bit since it's probably been languishing on the lot for a bit now.

How many km's are on your e46 btw?

[shenmecar]

:stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu::stfu:


Why?

Dont get me wrong, I'm not degrading women in any way. I personally can't help myself from nursing a semi when I see a chick driving a stick car. Fucking scolding hot to be honest. How many RS'sers will agree?

I just dislike these dumbass trailers. I rather they pose around the car and look nice instead of pretending they can drive it.

[buddha1]

fits ur description except its an 06 but it has m3 wheels
http://www.euromerc.com/used/BMW/2006-BMW-323i-1a2bdba50a0a006401495bb896136c6c.htm

[mr85]

Try finding a 2006 330i w/ Sports Package, that would probably be your best bet.

06 330i is the current car i drive, had it since 2005. I'd love to trade it in for mb e500.:fullofwin:

[Mr.C]

E38 7 Series. Bulletproof, or so I've heard. E34 M5. Maybe not your style.

Of what you said, if you forced me to pick, a 5-series. No way I'd get a 3-series. Nor an X-something.

I still like the old BMWs better, though.