05-09-2019, 09:41 AM | #1 |
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Need some advice. I'm seriously considering a 2 series after test driving an M235i at CarMax, but it was auto and I want a manual. I'm also possibly considering a 228i or 230i with M sport and track packages.
I know there are a ton of comparisons out there, but I was hoping to get some help on my exact situation. I found a 230i with M sport and track packages in a color combo I like. It's listed for about $3-5000 less than M235is with similar miles (~36k), and it's newer (2017) than the M235is I'm looking at (usually 2014-15 in my price range). The 2017 will still be under warranty until 2021 or 50k miles, but it is a private party seller. Will this warranty transfer to me? It also has a Dinan tune installed by BMW that I was told also has a warranty. One reason I'm considering this car is that it does still have the warranty, but if it doesn't tranfer to me, I don't mind waiting or spending a few thousand more on the right M235i. Another problem I have is that none of the cars I like are close to me, and I don't have the time or funds to travel much for a car. I know I like the power of the M235i, so I would hate to settle for a 230i and be disappointed, but I have read that they handle better so it's kinda a toss up for me. I will be mostly daily driving with about one autocross per month and maybe a few track days each year. Oh but the sound of the 6 cylinder is awesome. Another question I have is about extended warranties. Will BMW offer extended warranties on used cars bought from private sellers? I know there are a bunch of 3rd party warranty companies, but are any reasonably priced with good coverage? TLDR: Get newer 2017 230i for a little less with (possible) warranty, or get slightly older M235i with no warranty for a few thousand more? |
05-12-2019, 06:09 PM | #3 |
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I have bought my last three BMW's from carmax. The most recent is a 2015 m235i with the CarMax maxcare warranty and the warranty coverage is great. You just take your car to a BMW dealership just like you had a BMW warranty. Just make sure you keep pictures of all maintenance receipts and get a low maxcare deductible.
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05-13-2019, 01:27 PM | #4 |
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If the 230i has M sport and Track packages, this really comes down to 4cyl vs 6cyl engine. Go to the closest dealership and ask to drive a car with a B48 and N55 engine back to back. Doesn’t have to be a 2 series.
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05-24-2019, 04:06 PM | #6 |
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I'm in a similar boat. I daily an e30, but my wife has an FRS and looking to get her into a 2 series. FRS is the only non-BMW car we've owned and i can attest to it's excellence, not as refined as a BMW but thrilling to carve roads for sure.
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05-24-2019, 06:30 PM | #7 |
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Yeah, that's why I'm leaning more towards the BRZ than FRS/86. It feels a little more refined. Not as big a step up as a BMW but definitely can take some abuse
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