Getting a new car...

[Morganl]

well, I don't mind to drive a 'chick car' so long as it deliver me hot chicks evday...

 

[whitestorm]

Hmm. .......35, ah? Eh....what's all this kira kira with age versus Series Models? It's all about preference, the work you do(ca't be driving a Bimmer to the construction site! Unless it's an X5!LOL) and of course the most decisive factor....BUDGET!!

The E90 320i is the second UDM I have owned. It's underpowered but not to the point of frustration. I was driving the E66 before this. And while the first one had her share of issues, I doubt I will ever change to another marque or even, another model. I think I am a 3-Series Driver for life!

The 3-Series has impeccable handling and roadholding, sporty enough for an ahem, spirited drive when necessary(all Bimmers are capable of that anyway.... we called the E66 a sports car disguised as a limo) yet at the same time, is refined enough that you won't feel insecure when you drive into swankier hotel lobbies. It's also practical as an everyday car. Not something that could be said for the Scirocco nor the Golf.

The Golf GTI is a great car. My sis drives one. It's very good value for money for what you're getting. Heck, when you look at the Specifications Sheets, even the Scirocco & Passat CC might be even better bang for your buck. Not quite as confident in resale value or the speed you might be able to offload the car later on though. But you call me a shallow and insecure twat,....... when you see them parked side by side, I don't really care about the speed and all that other stuff.....a VW just doesn't do it for me lah. And I would never claim NOT to be image conscious.....I would be driving a dissimilar car today if that were so. When I see a 30-something year old guy in a Golf GTI, I think, "Pratt ...could've gotten himself a proper BMW but wouldn't..or didn't have to.". I of course, walk away gobsmacked when he tells me he already has the F10 for workdays.

At the end of this semi-bitter diatribe, I would say:...Get the 320d or the six-potter. I don't know what you are referring to when you mention a step-up repayment program but I do not suggest getting one of those balloon payment schemes whereby you pay differing amounts as time passes. Call me old fashioned but pay as much as you can possibly manage in the downpayment and work out the rest in fixed monthly installments; an amount that you are more than comfortable with. I don't believe in the, "Oh, I pay this much now, and I will be able to pay more in two years because my salary will be so much higher then".

Well put dude! Are you a writer by profession? Haha!

I'm attached to a global advertising agency hence I can pretty much get away with some funky cars if I choose to & wanna enjoy a good performance car before I grow too old for it. But I at the same time I really don't wanna be seen as an uncle trying so ever hard to look young in the next couple of years...I plan to keep this next car for at least 5-6yrs (which will put me in the 40s by then).
My dilemma is basically outlined in your paragraphs 3 & 4. My allocated budget is basically the price of a new 320i MSport hence the comparison between the 2 cars.

As for the step up plan, yes that's what was offered to me by BMW Credit which I don't quite understand how does it work out for us being the consumer. It make owning a BMW easier but I feel that it's a pain when you wanna offload it when we still owe the damn bank so much. So I was curious if anyone is on this hire purchase plan and what was their experience.

Thanks a lot for your valued reply bro. Really appreciate it!

 

[mikeyC]

Hi all,

Test drive the 320D and totally love it. Going to confirm the purchase, only can get demo unit as the new car is out of stock. New 320D will be out by July with only minimal cosmetic changes on bumpers. BTW is Jan '10 reg'ed demo car at 235k(with free VKool) a good deal? Cheers.

 

[meinauto]

Hi all,

Test drive the 320D and totally love it. Going to confirm the purchase, only can get demo unit as the new car is out of stock. New 320D will be out by July with only minimal cosmetic changes on bumpers. BTW is Jan '10 reg'ed demo car at 235k(with free VKool) a good deal? Cheers.

you can get a 09 325 sports with RM10k more

 

[gameover]

Test drive the 320D and totally love it. Going to confirm the purchase, only can get demo unit as the new car is out of stock. New 320D will be out by July with only minimal cosmetic changes on bumpers. BTW is Jan '10 reg'ed demo car at 235k(with free VKool) a good deal? Cheers.

My 0km prereg was only slightly more than that, I don't think 235k for a car with mileage is a good deal.

 

[mikeyC]

My 0km prereg was only slightly more than that, I don't think 235k for a car with mileage is a good deal.

Hi,

I'm trying to get the 0km prereg but BMW M'sia is out of stock until the 'new' one is out in July. When do u get yours and where? Thanks for sharing. Cheers.

 

[Auwen]

July is coming soon...hehehe...wait to take a new "virgin" BMW ....if u not rush for car....

 

[mikeyC]

July is coming soon...hehehe...wait to take a new "virgin" BMW ....if u not rush for car....

the new one will be available in beginning of August. Can't wait any more, need the car for work. So booked the car today, shud be getting it by beginning of June. :rock: first BMW and first diesel looking forward to enjoy the experience. Cheers.