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Is this a rip off?
Silver 2DR Hatchback, 28000 Miles, Manual Transmission, 2WD, 4 Cylinders, Excellent Condition. MINT/ORIGINAL OWNER.GARAGE KEPT, 2 COVERS, CARGO NET,ON BOARD COMPUTER,NEW PIRELLI'S. THIS CAR HAS BEEN BABIED! LOW MILES (28000)MADE IN MUNICH,GERMANY HAVE ORIGINAL STICKER. WILL FORWARD PIC'S (SEND YOUR 'E'ADDRESS)DEALER SERVICED, ALL RECORDS. GREAT GAS MILEAGE!
He wants $18,000....
Should I buy?
Thanx...... |  |  | | 03-11-2003, 10:08 PM | #2 | | Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: NoVA Posts: 29 |
What year? | | | | | 03-11-2003, 10:30 PM | #3 | | Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Soledad, CA Posts: 9 |
It's a 98' Active Package........ just saw it and it looks brand new...... | | | | | 03-12-2003, 01:43 AM | #4 | | Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: NoVA Posts: 29 |
I'd say go for it, but ask for $16 - $17k. | | | | | 03-12-2003, 04:29 AM | #5 | | Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Seattle, WA USA Posts: 36 |
It's a rip off. Go to www.kbb.com for a value. With my zip code, it says a 1998 TI active with 28,000 miles in excellent condition is worth $10,985 for a private party sale. __________________
Dan
98 Dinan S1 TI Sport | | | | | 03-12-2003, 12:22 PM | #6 | | Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westchester, NY Posts: 234 |
KBB is a joke...whatever it says plant $3-4k on top of that dependant upon the vehicle. That said I would pay no more than $14k based on what you have already stated...good luck! | | | | | 03-12-2003, 05:22 PM | #7 | | Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Macomb, Mi Posts: 81 |
If you pay 18k for a 1998 318ti I will personally come and kick your ass. Keep an eye out on ebay or other local adds for a better deal. 18k is way to high for that car. | | | | | 03-12-2003, 06:18 PM | #8 | | Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Soledad, CA Posts: 9 |
Yah.... I ain't buying it... is way too much....... dude don't drive his 318 ti because most of the time he drives his x5....... I found another ..... http://www.autotrader.com/findacar/v...ar=1997&color= what do you guys think about it? I think they whant $10k..... they have no clue what package it is........ it got 90 k miles...... | | | | | 03-12-2003, 06:27 PM | #9 | | Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Macomb, Mi Posts: 81 |
Mileage is kinda high for a 98. The wheels arent original and personally I dont like the style. It definately looks like an active package. For 10,000 you should be able to find a much lower mileage 96 or 97 car. Are you looking for a manual or automatic? Here is a car I had my eye on: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...405636873&rd=1 | | | | | 03-12-2003, 06:40 PM | #10 | | Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Soledad, CA Posts: 9 |
Oh wow that is nice 318 ti.......... dam I want something like that....... when I also find cars I like they are to far away..... I wish something would pop out close to me......... Im willing to drive 10 hours to go pick up a car...... I think Im just going to wait till I find something w/ the M appearance package........ | | | | | 03-12-2003, 06:43 PM | #11 | | Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Macomb, Mi Posts: 81 |
Quote: | Originally Posted by OMAR Oh wow that is nice 318 ti.......... dam I want something like that....... when I also find cars I like they are to far away..... I wish something would pop out close to me......... Im willing to drive 10 hours to go pick up a car...... I think Im just going to wait till I find something w/ the M appearance package........ | Figure out what your ideal 318ti would be and what you are willing to pay for it. You will have the best luck if you are willing to wait for the right deal and the right car. Trying to find it in your area is certainly tough but definately doable. | | | | | 03-12-2003, 07:49 PM | #13 | | Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Macomb, Mi Posts: 81 |
Quote: | Originally Posted by OMAR | I was actually thinking about showing you that one. As expected the Buy it Now price is kinda high. Depending on what the bid reaches the car could be had for a good price. Keep an eye on it and bid what you want to pay at the last minute. Good luck. | | | | | 03-22-2004, 04:17 PM | #14 | | Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Athens, Ohio Posts: 121 | 
Actually, though, I just bought my ti on eBay last weekend and "satisfied" would be a ridiculous understatement. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...tem=2465495088 My only advice is be very aware of a seller's feedback history. Also, if the car is somewhere else, hire an independent inspection company to check it out and don't be afraid to spend $100+ on this. I've bought laptops, cars, etc. on eBay and have no problem doing it. You just have to be smart about it. IMHO, the current "star" ti on eBay is this: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2468076336 I've had my eye on that one on AutoTrader for some time. I know nothing about it other than what you read, but sounds like a good deal. Selling price on AutoTrader was I think $13,500. I'd expect about a $13k reserve. OMAR, I think $18k is too much. If you really want one, hold out for an M-sport. The package is beautiful. I looked for mine for about a year, and test-drove several around the state before I bought mine in TX. Go figure. Good luck! | | | | |
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this 318ti is amazing I think Im in love.......... 
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