2008 Bmw 325i E92 Service Manual
Asked by karisma369 Sep 17, 2012 at 09:52 PM about the 2009 BMW 3 Series 335i Coupe RWD Question type: Maintenance & Repair I am a college freshman and I am planning to buy an used BMW 335i Coupe( under around 29,000 dollars). However, I have heard that maintaining a BMW is much more expensive than maintaining a Lexus. I am considering getting either an used BMW 2007 to 2009 models 335i Coupe or a new Lexus IS250. Since my dad has a Lexus GS for years along with its best reliability rating, my dad is more willing to buy me a new Lexus IS250 than an used BMW. I personally would like to get a BMW 335i Coupe with manual transmission, but my parents don't want me to spend a lot of their money on repairing or the maintenance. Budget for getting an used BMW: under 29,000 If not, a new Lexus IS250. I am most concerned about the overall cost of owning a BMW.
What will be the exact amount yearly, and what about for a Lexus? ( I know it is hard to compare between an used bmw and a new lexus, but it is perfectly fine to compare two cars in a new condition, just to see the differences) Could anyone please tell me the cost of owning an used BMW (around 45K miles and 25K for used ones) and a new Lexus IS250. Please tell me if you need more information to determine which car will be the best. Sincerely, Chris. Joyfei answered 5 years ago Hello,chris. BMW is good car, as we all know.
The maintaince chagre is expensive.But you can buy the car diagnostic tool to maintain by yourself. Like BMW OPPS DIS V57 SSS V39 Work with all Computer BMW ICOM BMW ISIS ISID A+B+C Plus BMW ICOM Software ISTA/D(ISID 2.30) ISTA/P(ISSS 2.46) and so on. Michael answered 5 years ago The long and the short of is this, BMW builds a stellar vehicle that requires knowledge on the user's part that components wear out and break down. In the case of the Lexus, it IS A TOYOTA, which is afforable in parts and known for reliability. The biggest difference is that a Bimmer will reward the driver/owner with a huge degree of satisfaction in the seat of his pants due to outstanding performance, followed by safety. The Toyota is quite the opposite. Owning a Bimmer is not bad if YOU TURN YOUR OWN WRENCHES.
The average hourly shop rate is $165- 180/hr, most of which goes back to the dealership. The other option is to find fellow propeller-heads and find out where they get their service performed.
Buy a Bentley manual and check out other forums for input. We have all been there and are happy to help a fellow driver. Ejh79 answered 3 years ago Chris, hope you got your car and are enjoying it. Lexus will definitely cost you less in maintenance than the BMW, any mechanic will tell you that. As far as performance, checkout Car & Driver as well as Road & Track and see what they say about the 335i vs. Well these guys are the experts. Both publications pick the Lexus over the BMW.
Better performance as well as superior reliability. If you want the great car get the Lexus, if you want a status symbol go for the BMW. Airfranklin answered about a year ago I agree that the Lexus would be the best choice. Financial accounting 1 by valix 2018 edition solution manual. Spending $30,000 for a college freshman car is ludicrous unless your parents are overflowing with expendable cash. The BMW is truly a toy, status symbol car and will cost you way more than the Lexus and will not be as reliable, especially if it is used. BTW, it is a used BMW, not an used Lexus. See, your first lesson at a college level, and it didn't cost a penny.
Good luck with your decision and please be honest with your folks. Quinn45 answered about a year ago Hi Chris, I am also a freshman in college (18 years old) and just bought a 2013 328i xDrive just under $30,000 and I can afford the car just fine. Given that I also work 61 hours a week, my car is basically paid for with overtime money. There have also been times where I worked 40 hours a week and I was still able to afford the car. If you can afford insurance and the monthly payments you will most likely afford service or anything like that.
Worst comes to worst, you sell the car. EnzoX3 answered 6 months ago Autotrader's Advice Although the Lexus IS has made impressive strides in recent years, it still can't touch the BMW 3 Series. While we're impressed with the 2015 Lexus IS, the 2015 BMW 3 Series offers more technology, safety features, engine options, body style choices and a lower base price. There's also the cachet of the BMW name and a slightly better driving experience compared to the Lexus. While the IS is an excellent car, we prefer the 3 Series.
GO BIMMERS!!! Lexus is Toyota with a luxury emblem. Z to the answered 2 months ago Thanks for the post Chris and all. When I was 19 in 2003 my first car choice was between an acura and a bmw. Saved 8000 that year while watching my Jayhawks win it all from the comfort of the Walgreens I worked.
The Acura rsx was loaded (25k new) and marketed perfectly for me. 525i BMW was about 35k used offered my neighbor. A completely different type of car and class of car.
That bmw was garaged for the majority of the time my little old lady neighbor bought it. It was IMMACULATE. 15k miles and drove way above my 'class' as a college student. Got scared off by talk of maintenance costs and slightly ($130/mo vs $90) higher insurance costs. I also had subtle feelings that life would end when the BMW broke down as I'd go bankrupt. This day in age there are plenty of Certified programs where maintenance is done for you and there's plenty of shops specifically designed to save money on maintaining German cars. I bought the acura.
2008 Bmw 325i E92 Service Manual Pdf
It was a blast for a while. Most new cars are.despite being underpowered 4 cyclinders. The next summer I craved more power, more luxury, more attention, 4 doors, and that damn 525i left town when my neighbor moved. Crashed the acura. Afterwards went back to Acura on a 'too good to passup deal' on a TL. Bottom line is that I'm 37 now and still want the ultimate driving machine. I still payed for odd maintenance costs and oil changes with the non-bimmers.
Every month I looked at my car payment 330 and knew that for 380 I could have been driving the 525i. Yes it's important to work hard and live within your means. But life is short. Toyota's/Lexus's, Hondas are boring, underpowered cars that suit the mainstream buying public. My mom had an is350.
Worst car ever. Tiny, and tight driver's seat. No attention because it's a practical car despite the luxury badge. It has power but the steering feel and handling are numb, floaty, and passionless.
Bmw 325i E92
You'll feel like my old neighbor driving around in one. One day an M3 or insert BMW will be in front of you at a stop light and you'll know that decision to remain practical led you to not getting what you want.or earned. David answered 2 months ago I have debated what to buy also. Go practical or get what I want. I dont want to be at a stoplight sitting in a Nissan Rouge (good deal b c my son-in-law works there) and then buyers remorse wash over me as I see the bimmer I wanted ease up next to me. If you can afford it, get what you want, you could get hit by a bus tomorrow.
Your rolling the dice anytime you buy a car, new or used. And remember, there are no golden years.
I am off to the dealer to pick up my used 2015 328i. Whatislife answered 2 months ago I have owned and am owning 3 bimmers. 2012 X3 M-Sport xDrive35i, 2015 328i Gran Turismo with Sport Line and 2015 428i Gran Coupe with Luxury Line. All purchased under certified department of BMW of San Francisco. Never do I worry about maintaining any of my BMWs since they all have extended warranty and I also purchase extended maintainence. That gives you peace of mind.
Yes, the cost of maintenance is higher since the SULEV has a lot of new components which makes the BMWs partial zero emission vehicles. However, I have not had a single issue with any of my bimmers. They all perform brilliantly. If you go for dinner, do you go to Mcdonalds, or a nice Italian restaurant at higher price points? For the mass, or for the exclusive few? And, hope you will be happy whatever you may choose. Life is really really short.