Buying a 318i

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Buying a 318i for around 7,000. Seems to be on good condition and it has 140k miles. I was wondering if I should expect to run into any major problems? And how muich would they cost to fix? Is it even worth it to buy a 318 with 140k miles?
 
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me . . . I woundn't buy it . . . look for a 325i . . . it's gonna be better all around . . . not that the 318i is a bad car . . . the 325 would be a better choice . . . motor wise . .318i=1.8L . . 325i=2.5L

the miles are not that bad . . . and seeing your from Cali. . . . . I'm sure you can find a nice 325 . . . some where . . . Good Luck . .


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You do not mention year models! I agree with Sean everything else being equal I'd get a 325! However I sold my e30 91 318is for $5500.00 and it was equipped with over $2500.00 worth of extras. That person got a heck of a deal.
 
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sorry year was a 97, ill look for a 325 before I make any choices.
What should I be looking to pay for a 325?

Edit - What about the 323i? That seems a bit more in my price range then a 325.
 
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I did a car fax too . .

A CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX. Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car.

ALERT! Severe problems (major accidents, fire, flood damage, major odometer problems or lemon history) were reported by a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921). This vehicle does NOT qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.

CARFAX Talking CarTM
The story of this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) according to our interpretation of the information reported to CARFAX:
This coupe has had 2 owners and was owned in Florida and California. The first title for this coupe was reported to CARFAX by a Florida DMV in 1993.
It was involved in an accident in Florida that was reported to the police.
It has had no DMV-reported total loss events, like a major accident, fire or flood.
It was issued a Not Actual Mileage title by a California DMV. This title is issued when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
It was not reported by a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON).
Go to the Detailed Vehicle History for the complete history and a glossary of terms.

Report Summary
1. ACCIDENT CHECK

Total Loss Check No Severe Accidents Reported by a DMV
Other Accident Indicators Accident Indicator Reported
2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK

Truth-In-Mileage Check Odometer Problems Reported by a DMV
Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found
Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found
3. LEMON CHECK®
No Mfr. Buyback Reported by a DMV
4. OWNERSHIP CHECK

Number of Owners 2 Estimated Owner(s)
Type of Owners Checked 8 Types of Vehicle Registrations
5. RECALL CHECK
BMW Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX
DETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 17 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED

Year/Make/Model: 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO

Body Style: COUPE
Engine: 2.5L L6 SFI 24V DOHC
Fuel: GASOLINE
Driveline: REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Manufactured in: GERMANY
Safety Equipment: Anti-lock Brakes, Driver front air bag/passenger side active (manual) belt

Standard Equipment: 6-digit Odometer

Total Loss Check:


None of the following severe damage events were ever reported by a DMV for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921).

No Salvage Title Reported No Loss Due To Fire Title Reported
No Junk Title Reported No Flood Damage Title Reported
No Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Reported No Hail Damage Title Reported
No Dismantled Title Reported No Canadian Total Loss Record Reported

Other Accident Indicators:


This 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) had accident indicators reported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidents and/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not all accidents are reported to CARFAX. A vehicle inspection completed by your dealer or professional mechanic is recommended.

No Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported
No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported
Police Accident Record Reported No Damage Disclosure Record Reported


Accident Report Date: Source: Detail:
01/08/1994 Florida Police Report Accident Reported
Vehicle involved in crash
or collision


Florida Police Reports:
Florida provides an estimate of the extent of damage in its accident reports. Use these general descriptions to help you interpret the different damage levels:
SEVERE: The vehicle cannot be driven from the accident scene due to severe damage or an injury. This level of damage often results in a Salvage or Junk title. Check Section 1 - Total Loss Check for these problem titles.
MODERATE: The accident damage affects the operation of the vehicle and/or its parts. Examples include broken windows, trunk lids, doors, bumpers and tires.
MINOR: The accident damage does not affect the operation of the vehicle. Examples include dented bumpers, fenders, grills and body panels. This level of accident should not compromise vehicle safety.
NO DAMAGE: The vehicle was not damaged.
Are processed if the estimated damage exceeds $500
Are released 3 months after the accident date due to State mandate

According to the National Safety Council, Injury Facts, 2003 edition, 12% of the 243 million registered vehicles in the U.S. were involved in an accident in 2002. Over 90% of these were considered minor or moderate.
CARFAX depends on public and private sources for its accident data. Each one of these sources has different processing times. CARFAX can only report what is in our database on 08.Mar.2005 16:16:53. New data will result in a change to this report.

Truth-In-Mileage Check:


ALERT! Major odometer problems were reported by a DMV under the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921). This vehicle does NOT qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.

Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses an odometer rollover.


Odometer Rollback Check:


CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921). Rollbacks reported in this section originate from readings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.

Mileage Consistency Check:


CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history of this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921).

Date: Mileage:
02/25/1993 10
07/06/1995 15,000
10/10/1995 39,230
12/06/1995 39,886
02/24/1996 39,980
02/29/1996 39,981
01/11/1997 47,886
02/15/1999 70,101
04/09/2003 104,621
01/20/2005 119,275

No manufacturer buyback was ever reported by a DMV for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921).

Ownership History:
CARFAX estimates that this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) had 2 owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supporting events to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with the U.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names or addresses.

Estimated Owners: Date: Location:
1st owner 03/25/1993 Florida
2nd owner 02/29/1996 California

Types of Owners:


This 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) was checked for 8 types of registrations.

No Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported
Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported
No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported
No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards Record Reported

BMW does not report recall information for specific vehicles to CARFAX.
You can contact an authorized dealership or BMW at 1-800-334-4269 to find out if this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) still has recalls that require repair.

CARFAX searched more than 3 billion records from over 5,300 sources and found 17 record(s) for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921).

Date:
Mileage Reading:
Source:
General Comments:


02/25/1993 10 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Odometer reading reported for title
or registration


03/25/1993 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Title #0064610683
Title issued or updated
First owner reported
Loan or lien reported
Registered as lease vehicle


03/25/1993 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Title #64610683
Title issued or updated
Loan or lien reported
Registered as lease vehicle


01/08/1994 Florida
Police Report
Case #31578583X
Accident Reported
Vehicle involved in crash
or collision


07/06/1995 15,000 Florida
Inspection Station
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Passed emissions inspection


10/10/1995 39,230 Auto Auction
Southeast Region
Vehicle sold


12/06/1995 39,886 Auto Auction
Southeast Region
Vehicle sold


02/24/1996 39,980 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Chino Hills, CA
Odometer reading reported for title
or registration


02/29/1996 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
New owner reported
NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE TITLE ISSUED
Loan or lien reported

CARFAX AdvisorTM
A NAM title is issued when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer to a DMV. The actual mileage of this vehicle is unknown.

Mileage reported after this reading is potentially unreliable.


02/29/1996 39,981 California
Inspection Station
Palmdale, CA
Passed emissions inspection


03/31/1996 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE TITLE ISSUED


01/11/1997 47,886 California
Inspection Station
Palmdale, CA
Passed emissions inspection


02/15/1999 70,101 California
Inspection Station
Alhambra, CA
Passed emissions inspection


02/27/2000 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Chino Hills, CA
NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE TITLE ISSUED


04/09/2003 104,621 California
Inspection Station
Passed emissions inspection


01/19/2005 Dealer Inventory
San Diego, CA
Vehicle offered for sale


01/20/2005 119,275 California
Inspection Station
San Diego, CA
Passed emissions inspection


Detailed Vehicle History Definitions:

Accident
CARFAX receives information on accidents in most states when an official police report is filed. The level of detail in the accident record varies by state depending on the state's accident report requirements. CARFAX recommends you obtain a vehicle inspection from your dealer or an independent mechanic for any car involved in an accident.

First Owner
When the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehicles as proof of ownership.

Lease
When someone leases a car from a dealer, the dealer actually sells the vehicle to a leasing company. The leasing company then collects payments for the vehicle from the new owner for 24, 36, 48 or more months. A leasing company can be an independent car dealer or a car manufacturer.

New Owner Reported
When a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to the new owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.

Not Actual Mileage Title
When the seller certifies, under the Truth-in-Mileage Act, that the odometer reading is NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE. This may occur because the disclosed odometer reading was not accurate and verifiable.
 
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318i Good !

SKycity_BMW said:
I found two . . .

1.1997 328i - http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...oth&advanced=&start_year=1992&isp=y&cardist=4


2. 1998 BMW 328iC - http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...=1998&start_year=1992&isp=y&lang=en&cardist=8
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Those cars look good. If your getting a 318i, get one with a manual transmission. The 318i is good on gas, and repair costs would be cheaper considering it is a 4cyl model. The E36 325 is an older model (92-95), and doesn't have the digital climate control, older stereo system, and the front skirts are different than 96-98 would have, the newer the better. even though the 325i, and 328i have more power, the 318i is more economical, and will give you lots of gas millage. I own a 96 BMW 318i 5 speed, Blac/black 250,000km, runs like a top still and costs me around $3000 anually for reapirs and service (oil service, inspection) because I drive around 50,000km a year so my car has to go in for service to the bmw dealer atleast 3 to 4 times a year for routine check-ups and inspection. [sing] [sing]
 
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SKycity_BMW said:
I did a car fax too . .

A CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX. Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car.

ALERT! Severe problems (major accidents, fire, flood damage, major odometer problems or lemon history) were reported by a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921). This vehicle does NOT qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.

CARFAX Talking CarTM
The story of this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) according to our interpretation of the information reported to CARFAX:
This coupe has had 2 owners and was owned in Florida and California. The first title for this coupe was reported to CARFAX by a Florida DMV in 1993.
It was involved in an accident in Florida that was reported to the police.
It has had no DMV-reported total loss events, like a major accident, fire or flood.
It was issued a Not Actual Mileage title by a California DMV. This title is issued when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
It was not reported by a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON).
Go to the Detailed Vehicle History for the complete history and a glossary of terms.

Report Summary
1. ACCIDENT CHECK

Total Loss Check No Severe Accidents Reported by a DMV
Other Accident Indicators Accident Indicator Reported
2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK

Truth-In-Mileage Check Odometer Problems Reported by a DMV
Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found
Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found
3. LEMON CHECK®
No Mfr. Buyback Reported by a DMV
4. OWNERSHIP CHECK

Number of Owners 2 Estimated Owner(s)
Type of Owners Checked 8 Types of Vehicle Registrations
5. RECALL CHECK
BMW Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX
DETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 17 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED

Year/Make/Model: 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO

Body Style: COUPE
Engine: 2.5L L6 SFI 24V DOHC
Fuel: GASOLINE
Driveline: REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Manufactured in: GERMANY
Safety Equipment: Anti-lock Brakes, Driver front air bag/passenger side active (manual) belt

Standard Equipment: 6-digit Odometer

Total Loss Check:


None of the following severe damage events were ever reported by a DMV for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921).

No Salvage Title Reported No Loss Due To Fire Title Reported
No Junk Title Reported No Flood Damage Title Reported
No Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Reported No Hail Damage Title Reported
No Dismantled Title Reported No Canadian Total Loss Record Reported

Other Accident Indicators:


This 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) had accident indicators reported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidents and/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not all accidents are reported to CARFAX. A vehicle inspection completed by your dealer or professional mechanic is recommended.

No Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported
No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported
Police Accident Record Reported No Damage Disclosure Record Reported


Accident Report Date: Source: Detail:
01/08/1994 Florida Police Report Accident Reported
Vehicle involved in crash
or collision


Florida Police Reports:
Florida provides an estimate of the extent of damage in its accident reports. Use these general descriptions to help you interpret the different damage levels:
SEVERE: The vehicle cannot be driven from the accident scene due to severe damage or an injury. This level of damage often results in a Salvage or Junk title. Check Section 1 - Total Loss Check for these problem titles.
MODERATE: The accident damage affects the operation of the vehicle and/or its parts. Examples include broken windows, trunk lids, doors, bumpers and tires.
MINOR: The accident damage does not affect the operation of the vehicle. Examples include dented bumpers, fenders, grills and body panels. This level of accident should not compromise vehicle safety.
NO DAMAGE: The vehicle was not damaged.
Are processed if the estimated damage exceeds $500
Are released 3 months after the accident date due to State mandate

According to the National Safety Council, Injury Facts, 2003 edition, 12% of the 243 million registered vehicles in the U.S. were involved in an accident in 2002. Over 90% of these were considered minor or moderate.
CARFAX depends on public and private sources for its accident data. Each one of these sources has different processing times. CARFAX can only report what is in our database on 08.Mar.2005 16:16:53. New data will result in a change to this report.

Truth-In-Mileage Check:


ALERT! Major odometer problems were reported by a DMV under the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921). This vehicle does NOT qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.

Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses an odometer rollover.


Odometer Rollback Check:


CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921). Rollbacks reported in this section originate from readings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.

Mileage Consistency Check:


CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history of this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921).

Date: Mileage:
02/25/1993 10
07/06/1995 15,000
10/10/1995 39,230
12/06/1995 39,886
02/24/1996 39,980
02/29/1996 39,981
01/11/1997 47,886
02/15/1999 70,101
04/09/2003 104,621
01/20/2005 119,275

No manufacturer buyback was ever reported by a DMV for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921).

Ownership History:
CARFAX estimates that this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) had 2 owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supporting events to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with the U.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names or addresses.

Estimated Owners: Date: Location:
1st owner 03/25/1993 Florida
2nd owner 02/29/1996 California

Types of Owners:


This 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) was checked for 8 types of registrations.

No Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported
Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported
No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported
No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards Record Reported

BMW does not report recall information for specific vehicles to CARFAX.
You can contact an authorized dealership or BMW at 1-800-334-4269 to find out if this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921) still has recalls that require repair.

CARFAX searched more than 3 billion records from over 5,300 sources and found 17 record(s) for this 1993 BMW 325I AUTO/IS AUTO (WBABF4318PEK05921).

Date:
Mileage Reading:
Source:
General Comments:


02/25/1993 10 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Odometer reading reported for title
or registration


03/25/1993 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Title #0064610683
Title issued or updated
First owner reported
Loan or lien reported
Registered as lease vehicle


03/25/1993 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Title #64610683
Title issued or updated
Loan or lien reported
Registered as lease vehicle


01/08/1994 Florida
Police Report
Case #31578583X
Accident Reported
Vehicle involved in crash
or collision


07/06/1995 15,000 Florida
Inspection Station
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Passed emissions inspection


10/10/1995 39,230 Auto Auction
Southeast Region
Vehicle sold


12/06/1995 39,886 Auto Auction
Southeast Region
Vehicle sold


02/24/1996 39,980 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Chino Hills, CA
Odometer reading reported for title
or registration


02/29/1996 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
New owner reported
NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE TITLE ISSUED
Loan or lien reported

CARFAX AdvisorTM
A NAM title is issued when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer to a DMV. The actual mileage of this vehicle is unknown.

Mileage reported after this reading is potentially unreliable.


02/29/1996 39,981 California
Inspection Station
Palmdale, CA
Passed emissions inspection


03/31/1996 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE TITLE ISSUED


01/11/1997 47,886 California
Inspection Station
Palmdale, CA
Passed emissions inspection


02/15/1999 70,101 California
Inspection Station
Alhambra, CA
Passed emissions inspection


02/27/2000 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Chino Hills, CA
NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE TITLE ISSUED


04/09/2003 104,621 California
Inspection Station
Passed emissions inspection


01/19/2005 Dealer Inventory
San Diego, CA
Vehicle offered for sale


01/20/2005 119,275 California
Inspection Station
San Diego, CA
Passed emissions inspection


Detailed Vehicle History Definitions:

Accident
CARFAX receives information on accidents in most states when an official police report is filed. The level of detail in the accident record varies by state depending on the state's accident report requirements. CARFAX recommends you obtain a vehicle inspection from your dealer or an independent mechanic for any car involved in an accident.

First Owner
When the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehicles as proof of ownership.

Lease
When someone leases a car from a dealer, the dealer actually sells the vehicle to a leasing company. The leasing company then collects payments for the vehicle from the new owner for 24, 36, 48 or more months. A leasing company can be an independent car dealer or a car manufacturer.

New Owner Reported
When a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to the new owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.

Not Actual Mileage Title
When the seller certifies, under the Truth-in-Mileage Act, that the odometer reading is NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE. This may occur because the disclosed odometer reading was not accurate and verifiable.
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For which car is this title check for? I would like to see how a car thats been through an accident looks, LOL [headbang]
 
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what do u guys think of that?

1993 325is Coupe

V6 2.5 Liter Engine

5 Speed manual transmission

Mileage: 106,500 very low mileage for a '93



Here are the standard equipments:



Air conditioning

AM/FM Stereo

Sliding sun roof

Power steering

Cassette

Rear spoiler

Power windows

Multi disc changer

Premium wheels

Power door locks

ABS (4wheel)

Alarm system

Tilt wheel

Leather seats

Cruise control

Dual power seats



Here are the upgrades:



1 Year old paint job in and out (euro yellow pearl worth $3,500 paint job)

1 year old Hamann wheels (18x8) and KUMHO TIRES (225x18x40)

New european headlights (glass not plastic)

New european clear corners

New european tail lights

New european foglights (glass not plastic)

OEM M3 kit/ I bought it for $1,500 set a year ago (not fiberglass or some cheap materials)

OEM M3 mirrors

K&N filters

Carbon fiber shift knob and e-brake
 
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7800, im sure i could talk him down to 7500 since he needs to sell asap, i spoke with him on phone earlier today and he said to come down and take a look whenever im ready.

another question - how quick are the 325is? Are they easy to mod?
 
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