2008 BMW 3 Series Consumer Discussions Page 4

Saturn Aura XR vs. BMW 328i

Re: Too Funny [vanman1]

Written by: roadburner on Apr 09, 2009 03:51 PM

I have driven both and hard[sic] What is your definition of "hard"? the differences aren't all that big What are "the differences"? Transient response? Steady-state cornering? How communicative is the steering in each car? Can you feel the front tires loading up as lateral acceleration increases? How does each car respond to trail braking? Which car is easier ... Read More...

BMW 3-Series Prices Paid and Buying Experience

2008 335xi

Written by: carnut66 on Apr 05, 2009 02:08 PM

Hi - I am looking to purchase a 6speed 335xi - here's the initial offer from a dealer it is a BMW executive car- any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. 2008 335xi 6 speed 6500 miles Cold Weather Package Premium Package Sport Package (with the 17” wheels and all-season tires) Comfort Access Park Distance Control (rear) Navigation System Satellite (Sirius) ... Read More...

2008 BMW 328 Coupe demo

Written by: newbie30 on Mar 30, 2009 10:36 PM

I was given an offer on a 2008 328 coupe with 7,200 miles, premium and sport package, heated seats, park assist...executive demo model for $33,777. This is my first BMW purchase. Not sure if this is a good price since it's a demo model. Any thoughts? I plan on purchasing tomorrow. Read More...

Used 2008 335i convertible deal?

Written by: turboconv on Mar 28, 2009 08:36 AM

Hi, Before I purchase a used 335i convertible, I want to do my research to get a fair deal. I have been looking at Edmunds and bimmerfest. This is my first post to this forum. Here is the used 335i convertible info: 2008 335i convertible Asking $41,900 25,000 miles Steptronic auto Sport package Premium package Cold weather package Navigation Logic7 HID xenon headlights ... Read More...

Re: New 335 Purchase [skeets7]

Written by: hed1234 on Mar 28, 2009 08:20 AM

I just purchased a new 2008 335i from BMW of Orland Park, Illinois, also through their internet sales manager. I had a similar experience as the salesman honored everything that he said on the phone, had the car detailed and ready to go with a full tank of gas. It's the best deal I've ever gotten on a car!! If you want a great price these internet deals are fantastic! ... Read More...

Re: New 335 Purchase [bluetacktwo]

Written by: skeets7 on Mar 21, 2009 06:44 PM

Hey bluetacktwo, thanks for the heads up on a great deal. I spoke with the young man in internet sales at BMW Encinitas and told him about the "townhall" deal that you got. I asked for the same deal, and told him that I would be willing to drive two hours. I just asked that he email me the same deal on a car I scoped out on their website, so that there were no hitches. He emailed ... Read More...

New 335 Purchase

Written by: bluetacktwo on Mar 19, 2009 06:13 PM

Here are the details on my latest purchase After talking to all the dealers in So Cal I ended up with the following. 2008 335i (new) Sedan Automatic Titanium Silver Sport Package Premium Package iPod Comfort Access Satellite Radio Paid 37,845 before tax & license. Even threw in a couple free mats. If anyone is interested it was at Encinitas BMW and they had a few ... Read More...

Re: 2009 328xi [roadburner]

Written by: louiseamber on Mar 19, 2009 08:34 AM

If you buy a CPO 2008 you will save at least $10,000-$15,000 AND you will have a better warranty. And you could have a 335i instead of a 328i... roadburner - what do you mean when you say the warranty is better for a CPO vs. a new 2009? Are you referring to the additional 2 yrs of warranty on all CPOs, or something else? Just curious. I am in the market to buy a new 2009 328i ... Read More...

2008 335i - $37,160

Written by: magplate on Mar 15, 2009 06:57 AM

Bought yesterday, brand new leftover 2008 (21 miles), Sport Package, Premium Package. Jet Black with Terra leather - I love this car! Sticker: $45,350 Paid: $37,160 They also gave me $1000 more for my trade than a Mercedes dealer and 2 other BMW dealers were offering. It was one of 6 new 2008's they had and the only one with Sport AND Premium. The others have similar ... Read More...

Pontiac G8 vs BMW 3-Series vs Lexus IS 350

Re: Thoughts from a 3-series driver [steveinvt]

Written by: roadburner on Mar 14, 2009 08:56 AM

I am hesitant to buy a BMW because service costs out of warranty can be insane. The two main groups that perpetuate the "BMWs cost a bazillion dollars to fix" myth are: 1. Shady BMW dealers who are trying to scare customers into a new or CPO car. 2. Envious fools with a "sour grapes" mentality. Speaking of fools, on one of the Mazdaspeed boards(where opposable thumbs ... Read More...