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How Much Should I Pay: 2002 BMW M & 2003 BMW M3

September 13th, 2008

Question: Hello again,

Lets call it 65,000 for all of them.

Year:2001-2002
Make:BMW
Model: M Coup (not roadster)

Or a 2002-2003 bmw m3

Year:2002-2003
Make: BMW
Model: M3
Trim: manual or smg

Zip 68137
there is a huge discrepancy between dealer price, ebaymotors price and ‘blue book’ type prices, i was also wondering if anyone knew why there was such a differeance.

thank you !!

Queen of the Road: I haven’t got any M Coupes. I’m going to assume you want a coupe for the M3.

For a 2002 BMW M3 Coupe with 65,000 miles, prices range from $21,800 (being in above average condition) to $18,500 (being in average condition) and $15,100 (being in below average condition). If you are buying from a dealer you should expect to pay +12%-14% more than wholesale. A dealership’s estimated retail prices could range from $16.7k to $24.1k.

For a 2003 BMW M3 Coupe with 65,000 miles, prices range from $23,000 (being in above average condition) to $20,200 (being in average condition) and $17,500 (being in below average condition). If you are buying from a dealer you should expect to pay +12%-14% more than wholesale. A dealership’s estimated retail prices could range from $19.3k to $25.3k.

Here’s a simple summary of how all the pricing below is different.

Dealer prices are always the most expensive because dealerships are trying to sell the brand new cars.

Ebay is an auction. You don’t physically get to see the car. The price can fluctuate based on demand. Also, the seller has a pre-set price that bids must hit in order for him to actually sell the car.

KBB prices are all estimates of purchases made. It does not necessarily mean all their prices are the best prices. It’s just a record of how much people are paying.

Our used prices are actual numbers of how much dealers are paying for cars at auctions.




How Much Should I Pay: 2006 Range Rover Supercharged (Updated)

September 3rd, 2008

Question: Looking at buying a couple different vehicles, any info’s appreciated (in midwest):

Year: 2006 CPO
Make: Land Rover
Model: Range Rover
Trim: Supercharged

Year: 2003 7/100k warranty
Make: BMW
Model: 745 Li
Trim: Sport

Queen of the Road: Hi there! Welcome to our blog! I definitely have info. on the Range Rover, but not the BMW. I’ll need the mileage before I can get started. Just leave the mileage in the comment area and I can respond within the day.

Follow Up Comment: Range with 30-50k miles. Rear entertainment is a plus as well.

Queen of the Road:  Hi again. I priced both cars at 30,000 and 50,000 so you can get an idea of the minimum and maximum to pay.

For a 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged with 30,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $40,900 (being in above average condition) to $38,500 (being in average condition) and $36,200 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $39,600 to $44,600.

For a 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged with 50,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $38,600 (being in above average condition) to $36,300 (being in average condition) and $34,000 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $37,400 to $42,400.

For a 2003 BMW 745LI Sedan with 30,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $30,200 (being in above average condition) to $27,100 (being in average condition) and $24,000 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $25,900 to $32,600.

For a 2003 BMW 745LI Sedan with 50,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $27,500 (being in above average condition) to $24,400 (being in average condition) and $21,300 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $23,300 to $29,900.

Let us know if there’s any other cars you (or your friends) need prices for. Goodluck!




How Much Should I Pay: 2003 BMW 325i

August 4th, 2008

Question: I was wondering if you could help me out with this one. Thanks!

Year: 2003
Make: BMW 325i
Model: RWD, AUTO
Trim: sport package, cold weather package, Harman Kardon sound system, leather, moon roof
Mileage: 87K
VIN:
Buying or Selling? - Buying
ZIP: 01810

Queen of the Road: Let’s see what we’ve got for that car…

For a 2003 BMW 325i sedan with 87,000 miles, prices range from $12,400 (being in above average condition) to $10,500 (being in average condition) and $8,600 (being in below average condition). If you are buying from a dealer you should expect to pay +12%-14% more than wholesale. A dealership’s estimated retail prices could range from $9.8k to $13.9k.

Are you buying from a private seller or a dealership? When you are ready to buy a car, be sure to check carfax and do plenty of research on the history of the vehicle. Ask for their maintenance records. You can even bring a mechanic for a brief inspection. Good luck and keep us posted on how the purchase goes! Don’t forget to tell your friends and family about our free personal service.




How Much Should I Pay: 2003 & 2004 BMW 3-Series

June 13th, 2008

Question From Kevin: How much should I pay for a 03′ BMW 325 CI Convertible 65,000 miles?

How much should I pay for a 04′ BMW 325 CI Convertible 60,000 miles?

MuscleCarGuy: Hi Kevin. Welcome to AutoBragBlog, where we do all the car price researching for you.

For a 2003 BMW 325Ci Convertible with 65,000 miles, prices range from $17,850 (being in above average condition) to $15,400 (being in average condition) and $12,950 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $14,500 to $20,300.

For a 2004 BMW 325Ci Convertible with 60,000 miles, prices range from $18,200 (being in above average condition) to $16,350 (being in average condition) and $14,500 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $16,200 to $20,800.

Are you buying from a Dealer or Private Party? When you are ready to buy a car, be sure to check carfax and do plenty of research on the history of the vehicle. Ask for their maintenance records. You can even bring a mechanic for a brief inspection. Good luck and keep us posted on how the purchase goes! Don’t forget to tell your friends and family about our free personal service.




How Much Should I Pay: 2003 BMW M3

May 19th, 2008

Question From Andrew: How much should I offer a dealer for a 2003 BMW M3 with 5,020 miles in great condition.

MuscleCarGuy: Hi Andrew! Welcome to AutoBragBlog, where we do all the car price researching for you. It the BMW M3 Coupe or Convertible? Are you sure the mileage is correnct on the BMW? Five years and only 5,020 miles sounds to good to be true.

For a 2003 BMW M3 Coupe with 5,020 miles, prices range from $28,900 (being in above average condition) to $26,200 (being in average condition) and $23,600 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $26,400 to $33,000.

For a 2003 BMW M3 Convertible with 5,020 miles, prices range from $33,200 (being in above average condition) to $30,200 (being in average condition) and $27,200 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $30,400 to $37,900.

How much is the dealer asking for the BMW?

Make sure to check carfax and do plenty of research on the history of the M3. Ask for their maintenance records. You can even bring a mechanic for a brief inspection. Good luck and keep us posted on how the purchase goes! Tell your friends and family about our free personal service.




How Much Should I Pay: 2001 & 2003 BMW 325i

February 20th, 2008

 

Question:

2001 BMW 325i
60-100k miles

2003 BMW 325i
50-80k miles

I’m interested in buying something in this range.

MuscleCarGuy:

For a 2001 BMW 325i Sedan with 80,000 miles, prices range from $10,200 (being in above average condition) to $8,950 (being in average condition) and $7,675 (being in below average condition).

For a 2003 BMW 325i Sedan with 60,000 miles, prices range from $13,650 (being in above average condition) to $12,050 (being in average condition) and $10,400 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. Good luck!!!

A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale. Be sure to do plenty of research on the car. Let us know if you have any further question. Good Luck!

Crash Test and Rollover Ratings for the 2003 BMW 325i.




How Much Should I Pay: 2003 BMW 330XI & 2004 BMW 325I

December 30th, 2007


Question: Hi
What should be the price for the following 330xi
Year : 2003
Make : BMW
Model : 330
Trim : xi
Mileage : 72000
Zip : 08724
The dealer was asking 18,400.

What should be the price for the following 325i
Year : 2004
Make : BMW
Model : 325
Trim : i
Mileage : 50000
Zip : 08724
The dealer was also asking 18,400.

Thanks in advance!!!

Queen of the Road: Hello.

For a 2003 BMW 330XI with 72,000 miles, prices can range from $18,000 (being in above average condition) to $16,000 (being in average condition) and $14,150 (being below average condition). I would haggle until I got the price down to $17,850.

For a 2004 BMW 325I Sedan with 50,000 miles, prices can range from $16,200 (being in above average condition) to $14,700 (being in average condition) and $13,200 (being below average condition). Unless this car is in above average condition, I wouldn’t be satisfied until the price is haggled down to $18,000.

So keep in mind that these numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale. Be sure to do some research on the car. Happy New Year and Good Luck!