If I was going to look at an e92 m3 tomorrow is there anything specific I should check, look for or be aware of?
It's 2008.
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If I was going to look at an e92 m3 tomorrow is there anything specific I should check, look for or be aware of?
It's 2008.
Have the throttle actuator and abs unit been changed? Are there any interior trim rattles (incl the seats) or buttons not working? I presume the seat belt presenters won't work.Quote:
Originally Posted by mossyhennebry
I'd also want recent service, suspension work / inspection and fresh tyres. These cars can go through money like you wouldn't believe.
Thanks John.
The throttle actuators have been done.
Is 5 previous owners 'the norm' for a car like this?
What are seatbelt presenters?
Good news on throttle actuators. If the abs unit hasn't been done it will need it, they might as well be a service item.Quote:
Originally Posted by mossyhennebry
I'd say 5 isn't a huge surprise (esp given 2008+ financial events) but suggests to me that there might be a risk that the last owner or two may have skimped on maintenance esp if the ownership periods were short.
The seatbelt presenters are the little arms that stick out when you close the door, pushing the seatbelt so it's within grasp. They break regularly.
great car but if i was to buy one i'd want to be able to add the BMW Insured Warranty it was €96pcm for the M5, i would give them a call and see can if the car your going to view can be added
Agreed, I would buy one without it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gavin46
My car had it and had over €5k in warranty work in the 6 months I had it
Very nice one in Tralee if you want me to check it out for you!
Thanks for the replies guys, this car community is great really!
I was viewing the car for a mate of mine who's 3hrs drive up the country. I'm only an hour away from the car. So you guys were really doing me a favour doing a favour for my mate.
The car is VERY nice. Only two 'marks' on the paintwork, one is on the rear bumper and to be honest, the owner said it needs paint anyway. Wheels are all immaculate. Interior is slightly worn on the drivers bolster and steering wheel. Boot carpet is stained. Very nice to drive, responsive, sporty, but yet refined.
I wish I had the type of money to be able to afford one, but I dont.
The car in question is here;
https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sal...92-m3/12340255
The owner is/was on here and driver actually, he had a very nice e46 M3 convertible before that. His username escapes me though!
Here we go :) http://www.bmwhaus.ie/vbulletin/show...oo7M3-s-E92-M3
Was it someone called MarkN? Seem to remember he had a 2008 Silverstone M3.Quote:
Originally Posted by Peter-E36
It's Tom's car, 007M3 on here I think.
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It's Tom's car, 007M3 on here I think.
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Yep was my car alright and gone to a home in Donegal, was not a penny spared on the car and the new owner got a bargain...
I have an itch I need to scratch so let it go cheap so I can have my new bus for Cannonball 🙏🏻
Congrats on the sale :) what's next? M4?Quote:
Originally Posted by oo7m3
The new owner is a member here so she might make an appearance��
R35 GTR is my guessQuote:
Originally Posted by Peter-E36
Really want an R35 GTR but it's harder than I thought to get an unmodded one... If it does not have the cats it won't pass the Nct..
Only have 3 weeks to get a car for Cannonball so either a GTR hopefully it a C63 or RS4 Avant...