Anyone in Charleston area, look at a Car for me?

Swashplate · 02-07-2011, 12:17 PM

Looking at a car at Hendricks BMW and wondering if there are is anyone in the area that could take a peek at it for me?

Swashplate · 02-07-2011, 12:18 PM

I have a deposit on it but the peace of mind would be invaluble.

jmillet · 02-07-2011, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by TheBroker

Looking at a car at Hendricks BMW and wondering if there are is anyone in the area that could take a peek at it for me?

Interesting history on this car; sold new in North Carolina, went to Texas, and now to South Carolina.
Have you given up on repairs to your 2008 Z4MC?

Swashplate · 02-07-2011, 01:40 PM

Yes, Safeco didn't want to repair it.

I was pretty pleased with the settlement amount. The combination of the increaced cost of cars up here combined with the deal I had orignally negotiated resulted in a nice couple pennys in my pocket.

jmillet · 02-07-2011, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TheBroker

Yes, Safeco didn't want to repair it.

I was pretty pleased with the settlement amount. The combination of the increaced cost of cars up here combined with the deal I had orignally negotiated resulted in a nice couple pennys in my pocket.

Contact one of these folks regarding a PPI: http://www.sandlapperbmw.org/ChapterOfficers.html
The fact it's a Certified Pre-Owned doesn't mean much other than they add a couple of grand to your final purchase price. Ask for a copy of their Certified Pre-Owned Inspection Checklist:
BMW Certified Preowned Checklist.pdf

Swashplate · 02-07-2011, 02:20 PM

Great idea!!! Thanks Jim.

Swashplate · 02-07-2011, 02:29 PM

Also where did you see that it was a CPO ?

jmillet · 02-07-2011, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by TheBroker

Also where did you see that it was a CPO ?

When you sort used, certified Z4s the silver Z4MC you're negotiating on comes up.

Swashplate · 02-07-2011, 06:21 PM

Can you share that link ? I do not see it.

dwaynemosley · 02-07-2011, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmillet

Contact one of these folks regarding a PPI: http://www.sandlapperbmw.org/ChapterOfficers.html
The fact it's a Certified Pre-Owned doesn't mean much other than they add a couple of grand to your final purchase price. Ask for a copy of their Certified Pre-Owned Inspection Checklist:
Attachment 483126

As you've probably read in your email, I've reached out to the Sandlapper Chapter Area VP to see if he can help you with this car. Let's hope it's everything you want it to be.

Dwayne Mosley
President
Sandlapper Chapter

Swashplate · 02-07-2011, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dwaynemosley

As you've probably read in your email, I've reached out to the Sandlapper Chapter Area VP to see if he can help you with this car. Let's hope it's everything you want it to be.

Dwayne Mosley
President
Sandlapper Chapter

Thank you very much. It really means alot!!!

MHeavNC · 02-08-2011, 01:49 AM

Looked at this car online myself.. Thought about having it shipped to Hendrick in Charlotte so I can test drive it.. From what I gather it is not CPO but it does look great with low miles.. Was wondering why it had to be serviced 3 time in the last 5K miles.. I am holding off and going to wait to see if there is a 2008 Space Gray or an Interlagos Blue pop up in the area.. Hope you get it and we want pics if you do!!!!!!!

onebluemcm · 02-08-2011, 06:26 AM

Carfax reports are pretty vague, and hard to interpret. That said, my guess is that is was a one year lease in NC, or an early turn in from a lease - pretty low mileage in that first year. Then clearly it went to Texas. The final 3 service records could be anything from minor stuff to routine recommended maintenance, to the dealer taking care of service bulletin issues. To me, doesn't mean anything until you can find out what was done. Most of the time I see a service around 1200 miles on the carfax for that very first service they do on M cars - not in this report. Makes me wonder if maybe the dealer had this car for the first year and it somehow was registered as a personal vehicle? I'd definitely ask about that first service and if it was done. The carfax could be misleading if reporting rules in NC are different too. Just means more questions to ask.

Car looks really nice though. Great that it has been in the south. If it were me I'd like to know if it was garaged in Texas or not - just for the sun issue. Kudos to Hendricks for lots of photos. Should have gotten some of the engine bay though...

Are you set on Silbergrau?

Swashplate · 02-08-2011, 11:46 AM

I have requested the records and yes I am set on Silbergrau.

beamon · 02-08-2011, 09:30 PM

I'd check to see if there is any warranty left on the car as 4 years from date of registration from Carfax means the warranty expired recently. Their price seems quite high at $36,950...They should be flexible on that.

Swashplate · 02-08-2011, 11:49 PM

Correct the warranty will expire soon so I obtained a additional 4 years for a nominal price and yes they were flexible...it did take some work though. I will post details when it arrives.

Swashplate · 02-08-2011, 11:50 PM

Oh FYI BMW CCA Membership is worth every penny. This is not a club it's more like a family. I will explain in the future post of the end of my adventure.

MHeavNC · 02-09-2011, 12:22 AM

Definitely want some pics.. Congrats on your purchase!! Can't wait to find the one I am looking for!!

Swashplate · 02-09-2011, 01:14 PM

Will do!!!

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Swashplate Major 111 Rep 1,351 Posts Drives: in Anger. Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Newcastle, WA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2009 Mercedes ML320 ... [0.00] 2013 BMW M5 [0.00] 2007 BMW M Coupe' [0.00]	I have a deposit on it but the peace of mind would be invaluble. __________________ Gone (2006 STI, 2008 EVO MR, 1968 Mustang) AFE Intake/Euro Cats/CSL Headers/Sportline CSL/H&R Springs 1217/1815 !!! BOILER UP !!!
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Swashplate Major 111 Rep 1,351 Posts Drives: in Anger. Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Newcastle, WA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2009 Mercedes ML320 ... [0.00] 2013 BMW M5 [0.00] 2007 BMW M Coupe' [0.00]	Yes, Safeco didn't want to repair it. I was pretty pleased with the settlement amount. The combination of the increaced cost of cars up here combined with the deal I had orignally negotiated resulted in a nice couple pennys in my pocket. __________________ Gone (2006 STI, 2008 EVO MR, 1968 Mustang) AFE Intake/Euro Cats/CSL Headers/Sportline CSL/H&R Springs 1217/1815 !!! BOILER UP !!!
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Swashplate Major 111 Rep 1,351 Posts Drives: in Anger. Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Newcastle, WA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2009 Mercedes ML320 ... [0.00] 2013 BMW M5 [0.00] 2007 BMW M Coupe' [0.00]	Great idea!!! Thanks Jim. __________________ Gone (2006 STI, 2008 EVO MR, 1968 Mustang) AFE Intake/Euro Cats/CSL Headers/Sportline CSL/H&R Springs 1217/1815 !!! BOILER UP !!!
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Swashplate Major 111 Rep 1,351 Posts Drives: in Anger. Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Newcastle, WA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2009 Mercedes ML320 ... [0.00] 2013 BMW M5 [0.00] 2007 BMW M Coupe' [0.00]	Can you share that link ? I do not see it. __________________ Gone (2006 STI, 2008 EVO MR, 1968 Mustang) AFE Intake/Euro Cats/CSL Headers/Sportline CSL/H&R Springs 1217/1815 !!! BOILER UP !!!
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02-08-2011, 01:49 AM	#12
MHeavNC Turd in the Punch Bowl 19 Rep 239 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4 3.0i /// 2008 M Coupe Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Carolina iTrader: (0)	Looked at this car online myself.. Thought about having it shipped to Hendrick in Charlotte so I can test drive it.. From what I gather it is not CPO but it does look great with low miles.. Was wondering why it had to be serviced 3 time in the last 5K miles.. I am holding off and going to wait to see if there is a 2008 Space Gray or an Interlagos Blue pop up in the area.. Hope you get it and we want pics if you do!!!!!!! Last edited by MHeavNC; 02-08-2011 at 02:36 AM..
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02-08-2011, 06:26 AM	#13
onebluemcm Captain 42 Rep 632 Posts Drives: '07 Z4MC Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Richmond, VA iTrader: (0)	Carfax reports are pretty vague, and hard to interpret. That said, my guess is that is was a one year lease in NC, or an early turn in from a lease - pretty low mileage in that first year. Then clearly it went to Texas. The final 3 service records could be anything from minor stuff to routine recommended maintenance, to the dealer taking care of service bulletin issues. To me, doesn't mean anything until you can find out what was done. Most of the time I see a service around 1200 miles on the carfax for that very first service they do on M cars - not in this report. Makes me wonder if maybe the dealer had this car for the first year and it somehow was registered as a personal vehicle? I'd definitely ask about that first service and if it was done. The carfax could be misleading if reporting rules in NC are different too. Just means more questions to ask. Car looks really nice though. Great that it has been in the south. If it were me I'd like to know if it was garaged in Texas or not - just for the sun issue. Kudos to Hendricks for lots of photos. Should have gotten some of the engine bay though... Are you set on Silbergrau? __________________ \|=.-._.-._.-._.-._.-._.-._.-._.-._.-._.-._.-.=\| Silbergrau A08 / Sepang Brown LSD6 / Carbon Leather 4MY (1 of 3, this combo) RAC RG63 \| Conti EC-DW \| GC/Koni-Dinan \| Rogue RSM \| Arqray \| Autosolutions \| BMW brace \| Pinnacle tint
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beamon New Member 1 Rep 28 Posts Drives: 07 M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (2)	I'd check to see if there is any warranty left on the car as 4 years from date of registration from Carfax means the warranty expired recently. Their price seems quite high at $36,950...They should be flexible on that.
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Swashplate Major 111 Rep 1,351 Posts Drives: in Anger. Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Newcastle, WA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2009 Mercedes ML320 ... [0.00] 2013 BMW M5 [0.00] 2007 BMW M Coupe' [0.00]	Correct the warranty will expire soon so I obtained a additional 4 years for a nominal price and yes they were flexible...it did take some work though. I will post details when it arrives. __________________ Gone (2006 STI, 2008 EVO MR, 1968 Mustang) AFE Intake/Euro Cats/CSL Headers/Sportline CSL/H&R Springs 1217/1815 !!! BOILER UP !!!
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MHeavNC Turd in the Punch Bowl 19 Rep 239 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4 3.0i /// 2008 M Coupe Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Carolina iTrader: (0)	Definitely want some pics.. Congrats on your purchase!! Can't wait to find the one I am looking for!!
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