Some of you know my red 318is was severely damaged last week when I ran over a large truck's driveline. If not read this.
Theres another 318is in town though with 113k on the odometer. The guy originally wanted $4,800, but I got him down to $4,400 already. Im still feeling kinda a bit iffy about the car. Its got great potential, the body is pretty straight, seems to run nicely, but theres a few little things that keep the car from being mint. Notably:
Side power mirrors inop.
Slight (but noticeable damage) to the rear valance
Damaged weatherstripping on the passenger's door
Usual oil + diff leaks
Incorrectly fitting dash (looks like it might have partially been taken apart)
Incorrect front window trim (must have been replaced with 325 trim during windshield replacement)
Wheel isnt straight while driving down the road (seems to track straight though)
Corroded muffler (very apparent exhaust leak)
It does have new brakes and tires though, and has very nice paint and body aside from the rear valance. And the relatively low mileage is a plus too...
You guys think I should go for it?
Just for a comparison, I bought my original 318is about 2 years ago in Seattle for $3500. It had 145k miles on it at the time and, it had been in an accident before, and there were definite issues to deal with.
Theres another 318is in town though with 113k on the odometer. The guy originally wanted $4,800, but I got him down to $4,400 already. Im still feeling kinda a bit iffy about the car. Its got great potential, the body is pretty straight, seems to run nicely, but theres a few little things that keep the car from being mint. Notably:
Side power mirrors inop.
Slight (but noticeable damage) to the rear valance
Damaged weatherstripping on the passenger's door
Usual oil + diff leaks
Incorrectly fitting dash (looks like it might have partially been taken apart)
Incorrect front window trim (must have been replaced with 325 trim during windshield replacement)
Wheel isnt straight while driving down the road (seems to track straight though)
Corroded muffler (very apparent exhaust leak)
It does have new brakes and tires though, and has very nice paint and body aside from the rear valance. And the relatively low mileage is a plus too...
You guys think I should go for it?
Just for a comparison, I bought my original 318is about 2 years ago in Seattle for $3500. It had 145k miles on it at the time and, it had been in an accident before, and there were definite issues to deal with.
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