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Thinking of ordering a 325i... (archive)
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Posted by Don W. on May 27, 2001 at 20:51:40:

I've been doing a bit of reading over the past few weeks as I've been thinking about getting a car at the end of the year to replace my '96 Miata; although I'm still a young (turning 21 at the beginning of next year), single guy, my needs have outgrown my little two-seater -- you try lugging a monster 4U server around in a Miata. *grin*

Anyways; I've pretty much narrowed my choice down to a BMW 325i or 330i (sedan). Both are sporty, RWD (this is /very/ important), and reasonably spry. I thought pretty heavily about the convertible, but I'm planning on moving into an apartment next June (living at home right now as I'm a cheap b*stard), so security (read: getting-the-bloody-top-slashed) is an issue.

I make a hair under $60K a year and have no debt (other than what's left on the Miata), so I'm not too worried about being able to maintain the vehcile (the warranty and maintenance offerings were a big consideration). That, and being able to get a Bimmer as a 21st birthday-present-to self (I would /never/ want my parents to pay for my car) would certainly be nifty!

Here's what I'm considering in the way of options -- any suggestions? Any specific dealership I should look at (I live in Sacramento, CA)? Any general tips/suggestions?

Options:
- Sport package (need this for AutoX. *grin*)
- Premium package.
- Xenon headlights.
- In-dash CD.
- H/K sound system upgrade.
- Eith Silver/Black Leatherette (leather is nice, but wears too badly). Black/Black, or Orient Blue/Sand
- BMW Alarm.

The MSRP is around $33,500; but I'm fairly good at wheeling-and-dealing with dealerships, so I'm hoping to negotiate that down to about $1,500 - $2,000 over invoice (they /do/ need to make a profit; this I understand). Any tips there as well?

Thanks! Hopefully I'll be in the "Circle" soon enough. *grin*

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