In the market for M235i - Could use some wisdom/advice!

Maynard · 03-22-2018, 07:42 PM

If you are already going to replace the wheels and spoiler, then the curbing isn't even a factor (IF there isn't more underlying damage). You NEED a PPI for this, not just a dealer 'inspection'. And I can't figure how you can live 7 wks in a rental, and are specific about color, but won't drive more than 200 miles to check one out. You can arrange a PPI before you drive out to buy it.

CP911 · 03-22-2018, 07:49 PM

If possible, I would ask the dealer/seller to provide a readout of some sort that would tell you whether the car has has been tuned or not. Then, I'd get a PPI lined up with a mechanic of your choice, and be sure to have them take a paint meter to it as well so you know if it has had any type of body work. Lastly, and I know it sounds crazy, but go find a new one and smell the interior. It has a very distinct odor to it. If the one you are looking at has heavy deodorizer smells or has any funny smells that deviate too far from what the new one smelled like, I'd run the other way. If it hasn't been in a wreck or under water, there's not much that can't be repaired or replaced to make it 100%.

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Maynard Colonel 3848 Rep 2,873 Posts Drives: 228iX & M2C Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Upstate NY iTrader: (1)	If you are already going to replace the wheels and spoiler, then the curbing isn't even a factor (IF there isn't more underlying damage). You NEED a PPI for this, not just a dealer 'inspection'. And I can't figure how you can live 7 wks in a rental, and are specific about color, but won't drive more than 200 miles to check one out. You can arrange a PPI before you drive out to buy it.
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03-22-2018, 07:49 PM	#24
CP911 Major 987 Rep 1,241 Posts Drives: '18 M240i 6-speed Coupe Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: NW Indiana iTrader: (0)	If possible, I would ask the dealer/seller to provide a readout of some sort that would tell you whether the car has has been tuned or not. Then, I'd get a PPI lined up with a mechanic of your choice, and be sure to have them take a paint meter to it as well so you know if it has had any type of body work. Lastly, and I know it sounds crazy, but go find a new one and smell the interior. It has a very distinct odor to it. If the one you are looking at has heavy deodorizer smells or has any funny smells that deviate too far from what the new one smelled like, I'd run the other way. If it hasn't been in a wreck or under water, there's not much that can't be repaired or replaced to make it 100%. __________________ CP911
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