Is this a good deal for a 2011 335is??

tps7c · 01-14-2018, 03:52 PM

Hey guys, I'd love some opinions on this car:

https://www.carmax.com/car/15179847

Do you think it's a good buy with 71k on it? I love the looks, but I'm wondering if the e92 is starting to get a bit "dated"?

Thanks in advance for any advice!!

dlf750 · 01-14-2018, 04:01 PM

nice car, high mileage. well, maybe not that high. i only say that because we just bought an 09 335i e93 w/34k miles on it for $16k...

ucdbiendog · 01-14-2018, 04:20 PM

I would definitely check to see what has been replaced on that motor. thats around the mileage that water pumps go and not too long before turbos. Is that oil on top of the snorkel? great looking car though (aside from the blacked out roundels... not a fan)

feuer · 01-14-2018, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by dlf750

nice car, high mileage. well, maybe not that high. i only say that because we just bought an 09 335i e93 w/34k miles on it for $16k...

This being 2011 335is makes it better deal than your 2009 335i convertible.

tps7c · 01-14-2018, 06:42 PM

Thanks for the advice so far guys! So the turbos are possibly going to need replacement soon at this mileage??

Tim_354841 · 01-14-2018, 07:06 PM

Going through water pump right now on N55 engine @ 75K miles

When do turbos usually go

BSM n54iS · 01-14-2018, 07:18 PM

I'd be super pissed with the oil on top there in the engine bay, check to see if the OFHG and/ or VCG have been replaced. That will likely give way before the turbos (are you hearing any wg rattle from the turbos) check codes and ask about the recall history... imo ALL recalls should be taken care of (airbag, frm footwell module, HPFP would be a huge stretch) Also previous owner added m3 lip spoiler, check its color matched specifically for that bsm shade and the wheels are 18" instead of 19". Otherwise if carfax is clean get the fucker!

Underground6t9 · 01-14-2018, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by tps7c

Hey guys, I'd love some opinions on this car:

https://www.carmax.com/car/15179847

Do you think it's a good buy with 71k on it? I love the looks, but I'm wondering if the e92 is starting to get a bit "dated"?

Thanks in advance for any advice!!

If you think it’s dated then don’t buy it. Buy something that you will enjoy for years to come.

tps7c · 01-14-2018, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Underground6t9

If you think it’s dated then don’t buy it. Buy something that you will enjoy for years to come.

I don't necessarily think it's dated - until I look at the 435i, and then I say, "well maybe a little." But then sometimes I look at the 435 and think it's too "pretty" lol. OMG guys, HELP! I'm the most indecisive person on the block!

Kankles · 01-14-2018, 10:32 PM

I just bought a 40k Mile 335is, 6MT, for 19,900. I got lucky and found the autotrader add before they put pics up. I called the dealer (Audi dealer in Michigan...I'm in Cali) before they posted pics. They sent me pics and carfax (CPO, clean)...I put down $500 before they sold it to someone else. Dealer said it had just been traded in on 16 Vette. With that said, this is a rare deal on such a clean, low mileage example.

mweisdorfer · 01-14-2018, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by tps7c

Thanks for the advice so far guys! So the turbos are possibly going to need replacement soon at this mileage??

No, turbos should be fine for quite some time.

71k -

Things I'd be concerned about :

Water pump & thermostat

Wastegate rattle

Suspension (front & rear shocks)

Brakes (rotors & pads)

Power Steering Fluid (was it changed out at 50k)

There shouldn't be any oil leaks, at this point. Probably by 90k though, the OFHG, rear main seal & valve cover will be leaking, but that's the nature of beast when talking about the N54. The megatronic seal will probably be leaking too for that matter. If not by 90k then by 100k for sure.

It's nice car, but I'd have a few thousand dollars in the bank for maintenance and repairs over the next 30,000 miles.

tps7c · 01-14-2018, 11:19 PM

thanks for the great advice guys!

One more thing: I'm guessing I'll need to get this car walnut blasted (assuming the original owner never did it)?

BSM n54iS · 01-14-2018, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by tps7c

I don't necessarily think it's dated - until I look at the 435i, and then I say, "well maybe a little." But then sometimes I look at the 435 and think it's too "pretty" lol. OMG guys, HELP! I'm the most indecisive person on the block!

Cup size?

BSM n54iS · 01-14-2018, 11:42 PM

'Heroes get remembered but legends never die.... follow your heart kid, and you'll never go wrong.'

Alloyed · 01-15-2018, 12:09 AM

Nice looking car, but the price seems a tad steep to me given the mileage.

I don't know how Carmax operates; do they allow for some negotiation on price? If they are firm at $21K, I would pass unless you REALLY want the car.

As for something to be considered "dated" by some, I would not let that prevent you from buying something you like and would enjoy. I like some of the older BMWs myself, and I know there are many who share the same taste.

As for maintenance stuff, I'll defer to the more knowledgeable members on the board. If you're serious about the car, you might see if Carmax will let you borrow the car for a pre-purchase inspection somewhere. If the PPI reveals some work that needs/should be done, that might give you leverage on the price.

Good luck!

mweisdorfer · 01-15-2018, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by tps7c

thanks for the great advice guys!

One more thing: I'm guessing I'll need to get this car walnut blasted (assuming the original owner never did it)?

Good call. It's supposed to be done every 36k.

If you can DIY, buy the equipment for around $200.00 and do it yourself. This way you can do it anytime you want.

Look into Rob Beck PCV and cap and a catch can.

BMS or Mishimoto

I'd also run 2 bottles of 20 gallon Techtron formula in. Row (2 tanks of gas in a row w/ 1 bottle each ) and clean up the injectors.

Lifelike · 01-15-2018, 06:25 AM

20k for a 70k mile car seems a bit steep to me. I got my car with 89k miles and 1 year and 2 months later I'm already at 109k.

I don't know how often you'd drive it but the higher your mileage the more susceptible to problems you are I feel.

Lifelike · 01-15-2018, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Lifelike

20k for a 70k mile car seems a bit steep to me. I got my car with 89k miles and 1 year and 2 months later I'm already at 109k.

I don't know how often you'd drive it but the higher your mileage the more susceptible to problems you are I feel.

Is there any kind of warranty?

tps7c · 01-15-2018, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Lifelike

Is there any kind of warranty?

There is, but just the standard 30 day Carmax warranty.

BSM n54iS · 01-15-2018, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Lifelike

20k for a 70k mile car seems a bit steep to me. I got my car with 89k miles and 1 year and 2 months later I'm already at 109k.

I don't know how often you'd drive it but the higher your mileage the more susceptible to problems you are I feel.

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Originally Posted by feuer

This being 2011 335is makes it better deal than your 2009 335i convertible.

^

LMB335IS · 01-15-2018, 07:50 PM

They haven't done the airbag recall on it either.

Alloyed · 01-15-2018, 08:14 PM

So I found a car similar to the one you posted: According to the listing, it's at 72K miles and the asking price is $16,440.

http://www.luxuryimportsusa.com/deta...-16957744.html

No, it's not the IS model so it's only 300hp instead of 320hp. And it has xDrive; I know this can be a negative for some folks. However, it does appear to have a fair number of options added.

To repeat what I said earlier: I think 21K for the car you posted is too high, especially after I found a similar vehicle for over $4,000 less. Hope that is helpful.

P.S. I'm not associated with luxuryimportusa in any way.

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ucdbiendog Captain 91 Rep 610 Posts Drives: 2008 335xi E90 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Reno, NV iTrader: (0)	I would definitely check to see what has been replaced on that motor. thats around the mileage that water pumps go and not too long before turbos. Is that oil on top of the snorkel? great looking car though (aside from the blacked out roundels... not a fan)
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tps7c Private 4 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 09 335i coupe Join Date: May 2010 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the advice so far guys! So the turbos are possibly going to need replacement soon at this mileage??
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Tim_354841 Enlisted Member 12 Rep 39 Posts Drives: 2011 335i Sedan (N55) Join Date: May 2016 Location: Washington, DC iTrader: (0)	Going through water pump right now on N55 engine @ 75K miles When do turbos usually go
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BSM n54iS Brigadier General 2685 Rep 4,203 Posts Drives: '11 335is \| '16 Macan Turbo Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Everywhere and Nowhere iTrader: (7)	I'd be super pissed with the oil on top there in the engine bay, check to see if the OFHG and/ or VCG have been replaced. That will likely give way before the turbos (are you hearing any wg rattle from the turbos) check codes and ask about the recall history... imo ALL recalls should be taken care of (airbag, frm footwell module, HPFP would be a huge stretch) Also previous owner added m3 lip spoiler, check its color matched specifically for that bsm shade and the wheels are 18" instead of 19". Otherwise if carfax is clean get the fucker! __________________ '11 335is BSM MT "BMW Performance Editon" \| '16 Porsche Macan Turbo GruppeM CF Intake \| AR Resonated DP \| ER CP \| Turbosmart RacePort BOV \| Cobb FMIC \| RB Inlets \| RB External Mishi/Turner OCC \| Michelin PS4 \| BMW Performance Springs/Bilstein B8 + Dinan & M3 bits \| BMW Brembo BBK \| BMW Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW Performance CF Lip \| BMW Performance Alcantara \| PS Designs GTS Armrest \| AG H6-40 \| Rear Seat Delete
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tps7c Private 4 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 09 335i coupe Join Date: May 2010 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	thanks for the great advice guys! One more thing: I'm guessing I'll need to get this car walnut blasted (assuming the original owner never did it)?
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Alloyed Enlisted Member 15 Rep 30 Posts Drives: E90 N55 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Nice looking car, but the price seems a tad steep to me given the mileage. I don't know how Carmax operates; do they allow for some negotiation on price? If they are firm at $21K, I would pass unless you REALLY want the car. As for something to be considered "dated" by some, I would not let that prevent you from buying something you like and would enjoy. I like some of the older BMWs myself, and I know there are many who share the same taste. As for maintenance stuff, I'll defer to the more knowledgeable members on the board. If you're serious about the car, you might see if Carmax will let you borrow the car for a pre-purchase inspection somewhere. If the PPI reveals some work that needs/should be done, that might give you leverage on the price. Good luck!
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Lifelike Private 29 Rep 76 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 328i Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 328i [0.00]	20k for a 70k mile car seems a bit steep to me. I got my car with 89k miles and 1 year and 2 months later I'm already at 109k. I don't know how often you'd drive it but the higher your mileage the more susceptible to problems you are I feel.
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Alloyed Enlisted Member 15 Rep 30 Posts Drives: E90 N55 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	So I found a car similar to the one you posted: According to the listing, it's at 72K miles and the asking price is $16,440. http://www.luxuryimportsusa.com/deta...-16957744.html No, it's not the IS model so it's only 300hp instead of 320hp. And it has xDrive; I know this can be a negative for some folks. However, it does appear to have a fair number of options added. To repeat what I said earlier: I think 21K for the car you posted is too high, especially after I found a similar vehicle for over $4,000 less. Hope that is helpful. P.S. I'm not associated with luxuryimportusa in any way.
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