looking to buy a 335

Averdi · 06-23-2014, 08:31 PM

hey guys, i currently have a 2006 325i. I'm now selling it because i test drove a 335i today and couldn't resist..im looking to spend 22k. i can see 2007-2008's going for that with about 60k miles on them..what is there to look for? want to make sure i end up getting the right car. also I'm 19 and really want a fun car to drive so I'm looking for a manual transmission, but I've never driven manual, how hards the bmw to get used too? thanks!

GMe90 · 06-23-2014, 08:35 PM

BMW manuals are pretty easy to drive. You have hill assist in the e90, which is a huge help when learning how to drive a manual. The 335i manual with sport package is what you are looking for. Make sure it has a sport package.

Averdi · 06-23-2014, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by GMe90

BMW manuals are pretty easy to drive. You have hill assist in the e90, which is a huge help when learning how to drive a manual. The 335i manual with sport package is what you are looking for. Make sure it has a sport package.

I know that the seats and suspension and wheels are different..what else? Cause I'm going to end up getting coils so it doesn't seem like a make it brake for me

Averdi · 06-23-2014, 08:37 PM

Also what are the warranties? I know that the girl pump is 120k 10 years? I believe..anything with turbos ?

drunkenup · 06-23-2014, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Averdi

Also what are the warranties? I know that the girl pump is 120k 10 years? I believe..anything with turbos ?

turbo wastegate warranty for 8 years/82k mi.. but don't count on it

Averdi · 06-23-2014, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by drunkenup

turbo wastegate warranty for 8 years/82k mi.. but don't count on it

why do you say that?

Nicky92 · 06-23-2014, 10:17 PM

Do not get one without Nav/Idrive... interior it so outdated without it

Get Sports package
Get Premium Package
Get Cold Weather Package
Get Comfort Access

and get red interior

bender rodriguez · 06-23-2014, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Nicky92

Do not get one without Nav/Idrive... interior it so outdated without it

Get Sports package
Get Premium Package
Get Cold Weather Package
Get Comfort Access

and get red interior

idrive is craptastic.. I don't even use mine and I paid like 1-2k more to have the thing. The maps are just crap compared to google and finding anything on it sucks. Like.. why does it have a hard time finding a WALMART.. oh thats because it is WAL-MART.. or why can't the dumb thing find gamestop at all. Game Stop finds nothing, gamestop nothing, game-stop nothing.. Oh wait here is one 500 miles away.. W T F

Only way to find stuff is input the address and if that does not work you are just out of luck.

e92_enthusiast_1 · 06-23-2014, 11:15 PM

Yeah Idk if its all car Navi's but you really can't beat Google. I do like the iDrive but basically for aesthetics

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Originally Posted by bender rodriguez

idrive is craptastic.. I don't even use mine and I paid like 1-2k more to have the thing. The maps are just crap compared to google and finding anything on it sucks. Like.. why does it have a hard time finding a WALMART.. oh thats because it is WAL-MART.. or why can't the dumb thing find gamestop at all. Game Stop finds nothing, gamestop nothing, game-stop nothing.. Oh wait here is one 500 miles away.. W T F

Only way to find stuff is input the address and if that does not work you are just out of luck.

FriedPiston · 06-23-2014, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Nicky92

Do not get one without Nav/Idrive... interior it so outdated without it

Get Sports package
Get Premium Package
Get Cold Weather Package
Get Comfort Access

and get red interior

I second that notion.

Definitely at least get the Sports and Premium package.

Skip the 2007-2008 MY and go for a 2009 or 2010.

Nicky92 · 06-23-2014, 11:28 PM

What I mean is the interior looks a whole lot better with the screen

But what's on the screen is crap lol

GB-335xiCoupe · 06-23-2014, 11:42 PM

Get a Garmin to keep in your vehicle. Built-in GPS units suck in general.
Google maps is great, but detracts from using your phone as a phone imo.

Averti, FWIW, I bought my 2011 335xi for $26k with 53,000 miles on it. Have had zero problems. I do take very good care of it, and it is driven daily for long time periods.

bender rodriguez · 06-23-2014, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by e92_enthusiast_1

Yeah Idk if its all car Navi's but you really can't beat Google. I do like the iDrive but basically for aesthetics

The only thing I like about the nav system is it is nice to glance at.

Averdi · 06-23-2014, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by narstune

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nicky92

Do not get one without Nav/Idrive... interior it so outdated without it

Get Sports package
Get Premium Package
Get Cold Weather Package
Get Comfort Access

and get red interior

I second that notion.

Definitely at least get the Sports and Premium package.

Skip the 2007-2008 MY and go for a 2009 or 2010.

What's the difference with the 07-08 with 09?

Averdi · 06-24-2014, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-335xiCoupe

Get a Garmin to keep in your vehicle. Built-in GPS units suck in general.
Google maps is great, but detracts from using your phone as a phone imo.

Averti, FWIW, I bought my 2011 335xi for $26k with 53,000 miles on it. Have had zero problems. I do take very good care of it, and it is driven daily for long time periods.

That's what I like to hear. I understand the cRs going to be more expensive I just don't want to be throwing out money for turbos and stuff like that

bender rodriguez · 06-24-2014, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Averdi

That's what I like to hear. I understand the cRs going to be more expensive I just don't want to be throwing out money for turbos and stuff like that

Then I would not get a 335i..

The people that have 335i's don't go home and cry when they get hit with 1000's of dollars of repair because bmw designed something shitty. They just bust open the wallet, hand them the money and thank them for a fast fun car.

I on the other hand would roll up in the fetal position and cry all night if someone told me I needed to have 1000's in repairs on a car under 100k for turbo problems.

GB-335xiCoupe · 06-24-2014, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by bender rodriguez

Then I would not get a 335i..

The people that have 335i's don't go home and cry when they get hit with 1000's of dollars of repair because bmw designed something shitty. They just bust open the wallet, hand them the money and thank them for a fast fun car.

I on the other hand would roll up in the fetal position and cry all night if someone told me I needed to have 1000's in repairs on a car under 100k for turbo problems.

You've got a valid point there. I have yet to see a problem with mine though, but that could have something to do with how I drive. Don't get me wrong, I do my share of spirited driving. But this car spends most of its time on long freeway trips. That's why I'm accumulating miles so quickly (see signature). Every vehicle generation/model/year has problems of some sort. It's a mechanical device, and sadly, they break.

Averdi · 06-24-2014, 08:51 AM

http://dzmotors.com/details.php?id=9505

hows this one looking?

ken1137 · 06-24-2014, 08:53 AM

Look for a 2008 or 2009 build. I believe the 2007s have issues with engine mounts and serpentine belt. iDrive is a waste (Nav/GPS is horrendous) and you can save some money by using Google maps and bluetooth.

Yep, turbo wastgates are covered under warranty as mentioned but some dealers will do their best not to cover the replacement.

BTW...I highly recommend a PPI by a local indy or dealer you trust. You can also try Carchex as they have a 3rd party PPI service.

Averdi · 06-24-2014, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by ken1137

Look for a 2008 or 2009 build. I believe the 2007s have issues with engine mounts and serpentine belt. iDrive is a waste (Nav/GPS is horrendous) and you can save some money by using Google maps and bluetooth.

Yep, turbo wastgates are covered under warranty as mentioned but some dealers will do their best not to cover the replacement.

BTW...I highly recommend a PPI by a local indy or dealer you trust. You can also try Carchex as they have a 3rd party PPI service.

I'm going to test drive an 09 today..65k miles, clean title.http://dzmotors.com/details.php?id=9505
sorry for the question but whats a 3rd party pip service...a 3rd party warranty?

ken1137 · 06-24-2014, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Averdi

I'm going to test drive an 09 today..65k miles, clean title.http://dzmotors.com/details.php?id=9505
sorry for the question but whats a 3rd party pip service...a 3rd party warranty?

Pre-Paid Inspection (PPI). See ...

https://www.carchex.com/car-inspections

You can also get a quote on a 3rd party warranty. I have one through Carchex 6yrs/100K miles for my '09. The approval for work is fast and they prefer you go to your dealer. I paid around $2200, and all the warranty work I have had done at this point is a bit under the total I paid and I am only at 58K miles

Johnny Boost · 06-24-2014, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Averdi

What's the difference with the 07-08 with 09?

09s came with the newer version of iDrive. They also refreshed the sedan (LCI) in 2009. BTW I have iDrive and absolutely would not have bought a BMW without it. I moved to a new city and found myself using it every day. It's very helpful if you know how to use it

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Averdi Colonel 160 Rep 2,016 Posts Drives: 2010 335i xDrive Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NJ iTrader: (1)	Also what are the warranties? I know that the girl pump is 120k 10 years? I believe..anything with turbos ? __________________ Instagram~~"alexverdii"~~~
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Nicky92 Fastest 335 on Earth 39 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Levittown, NY iTrader: (0)	Do not get one without Nav/Idrive... interior it so outdated without it Get Sports package Get Premium Package Get Cold Weather Package Get Comfort Access and get red interior __________________ E92 335i, 6MT- YouWish Single turbo, Precision 6466, Doc Race intake manifold w/port injection, Precision Raceworks coil packs and Stage 3 lpfp, 3.46 geared Mfactory LSD, VRSF 3.5" single exhaust, Toyo R888Rs, Spec Stage 3+ clutch, DSS axles, RTD shifter, Motiv, boost box and flex fuel, WOTBOX, MOTIV tuned...and much more
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Nicky92 Fastest 335 on Earth 39 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Levittown, NY iTrader: (0)	What I mean is the interior looks a whole lot better with the screen But what's on the screen is crap lol __________________ E92 335i, 6MT- YouWish Single turbo, Precision 6466, Doc Race intake manifold w/port injection, Precision Raceworks coil packs and Stage 3 lpfp, 3.46 geared Mfactory LSD, VRSF 3.5" single exhaust, Toyo R888Rs, Spec Stage 3+ clutch, DSS axles, RTD shifter, Motiv, boost box and flex fuel, WOTBOX, MOTIV tuned...and much more
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GB-335xiCoupe Libertarian 132 Rep 1,577 Posts Drives: 29k mi per year. Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Green Bay area iTrader: (0)	Get a Garmin to keep in your vehicle. Built-in GPS units suck in general. Google maps is great, but detracts from using your phone as a phone imo. Averti, FWIW, I bought my 2011 335xi for $26k with 53,000 miles on it. Have had zero problems. I do take very good care of it, and it is driven daily for long time periods. __________________ 2011 335xi Coupe BSM (e92/N55/ZPP/ZCW, Alpina B3 Flash) Bought 08/09/2013@53,340mi Current 3/13/2019@206,283mi Fail(s): tstat hous/water pump 89k, Chargepipe 106k, coolant tank 114k, FRM3 114k Maint: Walnut blast 101k, Trans/T-case Fluid 103k, OFHG 195k Last edited by GB-335xiCoupe; 06-23-2014 at 11:55 PM..
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Averdi Colonel 160 Rep 2,016 Posts Drives: 2010 335i xDrive Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NJ iTrader: (1)	http://dzmotors.com/details.php?id=9505 hows this one looking? __________________ Instagram~~"alexverdii"~~~
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ken1137 Brigadier General 89 Rep 3,732 Posts Drives: BMW S1000XR Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Gilbert, AZ iTrader: (7) Garage List 2009 e90 335i [6.40]	Look for a 2008 or 2009 build. I believe the 2007s have issues with engine mounts and serpentine belt. iDrive is a waste (Nav/GPS is horrendous) and you can save some money by using Google maps and bluetooth. Yep, turbo wastgates are covered under warranty as mentioned but some dealers will do their best not to cover the replacement. BTW...I highly recommend a PPI by a local indy or dealer you trust. You can also try Carchex as they have a 3rd party PPI service. __________________ BMWCCA member
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