Tips and advice on buying a used Bmw M3. help plz?

i want a used m3 PREFERABLY certified pre owned. something under 35,000. Ive heard that the repairs can cost alot thats why im wanting a CPO. If you think i shouldent get this car then what would be a good alternative?Tips and advice on buying a used Bmw M3. help plz?
- 2001- (first quarter) 2003 S54 rod bearing engine recalls


- 50-60K miles Inspection 2 should done including valve adjustments


*higher milage is fine long as its been taken care of.


-have a trust worthy mechanic to spec it before hand.


- make sure the SMG software has been updated by dealer.





Honestly, M3 is good in reliability overall except the electronic gadgets inside the car. Only problem I had is my blower fuse keeps blowing every 2-3 months which is an easy fix..other then that its an excellent car as long as you take good care of it. *change oil between 4K-7K rather then 15K.* Also M3 requires rear michelin tires every 10-12k miles and 15k for the front @ $350-400 EACH. I get around 13.5 mpg city/highway together. For SMG equipped car, ask the dealer about how many times previous owner used ';launch control'; so you get the feel on how much its been abused. SMG failure does cost an arm and a leg. Clutch usually last around 80K-100K for SMG and it does take more effort replacing it then a 6 Speed.


hope this helpTips and advice on buying a used Bmw M3. help plz?
M3 is an amazing vehicle..i'm going to purchase the new e92, but you would want to be looking for an 'e46' M3 (2001-2006) you should be able to get a 2004 almost fully loaded for your price..be sure to carfax it, etc. if you get SMG make sure there are no failures with it..





Opt for the 19 inch rims if its possible :)
buy a bicycle or ride a bus if you can`t afford repairs and maintenance costs..........





if you want an m3 then buy an m3....................i bought the new e93 for 110k and i didn`t ask for anyones opinion on maintenance or repair costs `coz i like the car and that`s it.
I would suggest u go for BMWs,which are within your budget.


try the E46,3 series.


U can maintain and manage without much worries.


If u are new user of M3 and M5,u will get scared they way these monsters speeds.


sit and think over n decide.
I guess you should also check insurance quotes for the car before buying one, for example here: http://carinsurance.deep-ice.com


BMW is very expensive to insure.
If your a ****... cocks all drive Audis now!..if not look around