Re: 96 850 CI - Buy or Not?

Local dealer has a silver 96 850 ci (automatic) with 40K miles and all factory options (wheels and paint from what I can tell). Car comes with a warranty for a bit over 18 months and/or 60K miles. Asking price is $46K. I'm on the wait list for a M3 (about a year wait), but I've been second guessing if I should find a clean 850 and be happy. I'm 50, can't really use the performance of either car (M3 or 850), but I'm leaning more toward comfort and "presence" in a car. Older 6 series cars are too high mileage or priced far above book. I'm also on the M5 list, but that wait is over 18 months. The 850 seems like a unique car, but I've heard horror stories (some on this board) about repair costs and massive depreciation. Any suggestions, comments, thoughts are welcome. Thanks

According to edmunds.com... the book on your 850 is in the neighborhood of 50 to 52k. Sounds like a great deal. The depreciation was taken when it was new off the lot (for the most part) You won't be unhappy with this car. Just know that parts aren't cheap. I got my 93 e31 for 26k and other than tires and a warped rotor... I am in heaven!!! Good luck.

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