I should just get a regular 4 cyl rav4 for $15k and drive off into the sunset with my dog in the back and my bike on the roof. After stopping at bestbuy to have a high school kid put a bazooka tube in the trunk.D Griff wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 3:29 pmWell, yes a 328i wagon form factor would be more useful than a sedan, but there are very few cars in that form factor. You either get a small hatch like a Golf that is less practical than a 328i sedan to me, or you get Seppuku accelerant Rav4, CRV, etc.
So given vehicles that are actually available to purchase in this country, sedans offer the most practicality for a parent who cares about driving.
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These are central vehicles. Overall they seem solid through 100k miles but little is known loooong term as they are not that old yet.
Nate supposedly needed brakes way earlier than any of my F gen cars. Also needed engine wiring harnesses due to “rodents”.
I don’t think anything else breaks ... tires suck on these 20-30 for oem run shits. I have no idea on wheels I rolled on dubs and I was fine most 3xx models come with 17s which should not break
Not an expert on the XDrives by any means... on mine the staggered setup means you can't rotate . My front from 2014 when the car was new are still on and are likely due for replacement pretty soon at 30K miles (they're some Conti run-flat summer tires that suck). Rears were replaced due to a flat at around 25K miles but still had plenty of tread.
The motor is pretty reliable and low maintenance. There is some turbo pipe that's plastic that is known to break sometimes according to forumbruhs.
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Ah yeah. Run flats. I guess I have triple A now so who cares. Lack of a spare is... a little concerning since I’m always at construction sites. Nails are common.
I’m just surprised at the amount of wheels that need replacing. I’d say 1/4 of the cars have had one or multiple wheels replaced per the car foxes.
I think it's just a combination of shit roads, and some of the BMWs being equipped with factory dubs.Johnny_P wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 5:00 pmAh yeah. Run flats. I guess I have triple A now so who cares. Lack of a spare is... a little concerning since I’m always at construction sites. Nails are common.
I’m just surprised at the amount of wheels that need replacing. I’d say 1/4 of the cars have had one or multiple wheels replaced per the car foxes.
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I'm amazed I haven't destroyed one of the STI 18s yet, tbhD Griff wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 5:22 pmI think it's just a combination of shit roads, and some of the BMWs being equipped with factory dubs.Johnny_P wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 5:00 pm
Ah yeah. Run flats. I guess I have triple A now so who cares. Lack of a spare is... a little concerning since I’m always at construction sites. Nails are common.
I’m just surprised at the amount of wheels that need replacing. I’d say 1/4 of the cars have had one or multiple wheels replaced per the car foxes.
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Documented oil changes on the fox. Baseball glove leather. Hardon Kardon sound system and memory seats too.
Documented oil changes on the fox. Baseball glove leather. Hardon Kardon sound system and memory seats too.
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You're essentially confirming my guestimatesD Griff wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 3:53 pmNot an expert on the XDrives by any means... on mine the staggered setup means you can't rotate . My front from 2014 when the car was new are still on and are likely due for replacement pretty soon at 30K miles (they're some Conti run-flat summer tires that suck). Rears were replaced due to a flat at around 25K miles but still had plenty of tread.
The motor is pretty reliable and low maintenance. There is some turbo pipe that's plastic that is known to break sometimes according to forumbruhs.
X drive cars have all around
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This is alright... But who is "certifying" this vehicle. These cars are ok... I mean you get the badge and the styling but that's it. Nothing fun about this particular vehicle and some repairs are anticipated since it is 4 years and 50k miles old which means it is fresh out of warranty. But it will certainly be more unique and fun than a Camry/Rav 4. But just as certainly more of a headache.Johnny_P wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 6:02 pm https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sal ... pe=listing
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Well its a much nicer vehicle overall. Better sound system than any of those budget crossovers, much faster, potentially more comfortable. Features like auto memory seats would be great because Lisa is a lot shorter than me.max225 wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 6:21 pmThis is alright... But who is "certifying" this vehicle. These cars are ok... I mean you get the badge and the styling but that's it. Nothing fun about this particular vehicle and some repairs are anticipated since it is 4 years and 50k miles old which means it is fresh out of warranty. But it will certainly be more unique and fun than a Camry/Rav 4. But just as certainly more of a headache.Johnny_P wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 6:02 pm https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sal ... pe=listing
Documented oil changes on the fox. Baseball glove leather. Hardon Kardon sound system and memory seats too.
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I don't know about comfort. I find toyotas more comfortable than BMWs.... the ride quality which you seem to be really keen on is not there on something like that compared to a toyota on 16" balloon tires.
Really really like that spec.Johnny_P wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 6:02 pm https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sal ... pe=listing
Documented oil changes on the fox. Baseball glove leather. Hardon Kardon sound system and memory seats too.
I could see the wife loving that.
Fucking lol. Someone should be fired for letting that be a price listed.
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$123k for a 330i.
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$123k for a 330i.
Found a sim spec 328i wagon in Tx for half miles and -1 year + certified for $38k.
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That seems like a good deal up north.
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That seems like a good deal up north.
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This is m3 pricing what the actual fuckdubshow wrote: ↑Wed Feb 26, 2020 9:51 am Found a sim spec 328i wagon in Tx for half miles and -1 year + certified for $38k.
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That seems like a good deal up north.
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Nobody wants the D. I mean it’s not even brown and manual.dubshow wrote: ↑Wed Feb 26, 2020 9:51 am Found a sim spec 328i wagon in Tx for half miles and -1 year + certified for $38k.
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That seems like a good deal up north.
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They know what they havemax225 wrote: ↑Wed Feb 26, 2020 9:58 amThis is m3 pricing what the actual fuckdubshow wrote: ↑Wed Feb 26, 2020 9:51 am Found a sim spec 328i wagon in Tx for half miles and -1 year + certified for $38k.
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That seems like a good deal up north.
I like the interior colors a lot... normally hate the wood but it's OK here and the seats look great. Those particular seats are bar none the best I've had in any vehicle for daily use. The support is super comfy, they are really adjustable and hold you in nicely for hooning.
I disagree with Max on the suspension, I find mine is perfect for DD, sporty enough to be fun, but still quite compliant. This is all relative , it is anus shattering to some. I think it is a really nice blend of comfort/semi-fun for a daily.
That said, for what you're looking for, the Japanese Camry may be the better choice
I disagree with Max on the suspension, I find mine is perfect for DD, sporty enough to be fun, but still quite compliant. This is all relative , it is anus shattering to some. I think it is a really nice blend of comfort/semi-fun for a daily.
That said, for what you're looking for, the Japanese Camry may be the better choice
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I think Johnny is referring to seat comfort. Ive been in a few Japanese cars that isn't a Lexus, even an Acura the seats are almost rock hard as far as I can feel it on my back. I have gotten some compliments on my mk7 seats
John and I'd also look at indie shops too, which I don't doubt that is a problem.
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