Common issues to look for in a used 328i F30 from FL?

stlTDIconvert · 12-21-2016, 11:53 AM

New to the forums, did some digging through a few forums and was directed this way as it was inclined that everyone is pretty active in regards to the newer gen cars.

Coming over from driving a 2012 VW TDI for the last 5 years and wanting to stick with a german made vehicle b/c I've thoroughly enjoyed the car, just couldn't pass up the buyback deal from a financial perspective.

Looking at used 2013 328i's in the 40-60k mileage and opening my options to buying out of state. The FL market seems to have some very cheap prices...

First of, is there a reason why BMW's seem to be so attractively priced down here? Flooded market with leases coming up, flooded car from the hurricane, salt water environment?

I've bought a used vehicle before with about 50k miles on it (6 year old Wrangler, fyi JEEP stands for just empty every pocket) so I'm well aware of the possibilities to buying used without CPO could mean digging into the pockets down the line.

i'm inquiring as to anything specific that I should inquire about when setting up a PPI before deciding on a 328i?

Appreciate you time and input!

F30mb · 12-25-2016, 06:57 PM

We have a very high amount of lease vehicles in this state especially south Florida, flooding is not as common unless a tropical storm or hurricane has passed then you'll have the potential for many vehicles being sold with the possibility of water damage.

GatorF30 · 01-03-2017, 11:32 AM

Don't buy a used car from South Florida (Miami, Ft Lauderdale). Lots of scummy people and some really shoddy work from independent shops. Be VERY weary. CPO from a dealer is ok. Small lots and private sellers BEWARE.

stlTDIconvert · 01-05-2017, 01:41 PM

Thanks for the input, some of the lowball prices I see from southern FL make it seem like it would be too good to be true without buying a car that will end up having a major fix in the near future.

I know a PPI could only do so much, but is the only route you'd be comfortable with be a CPO? I just have a hard time fathoming a car having serious flaws at under 40k miles if it was a lease, but then again I've read horror stories on vehicles not being maintained and the issues that arise.

scostu · 01-05-2017, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by stlTDIconvert

but is the only route you'd be comfortable with be a CPO? .

YES......unless you can start putting $$$ aside into a separate bank account for future repair/maintenance costs.

BMW repair work IS NOT cheap.

12-21-2016, 11:53 AM	#1
stlTDIconvert Registered 1 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 2012 VW TDi Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: St. Louis, MO, USA iTrader: (0)	Common issues to look for in a used 328i F30 from FL? New to the forums, did some digging through a few forums and was directed this way as it was inclined that everyone is pretty active in regards to the newer gen cars. Coming over from driving a 2012 VW TDI for the last 5 years and wanting to stick with a german made vehicle b/c I've thoroughly enjoyed the car, just couldn't pass up the buyback deal from a financial perspective. Looking at used 2013 328i's in the 40-60k mileage and opening my options to buying out of state. The FL market seems to have some very cheap prices... First of, is there a reason why BMW's seem to be so attractively priced down here? Flooded market with leases coming up, flooded car from the hurricane, salt water environment? I've bought a used vehicle before with about 50k miles on it (6 year old Wrangler, fyi JEEP stands for just empty every pocket) so I'm well aware of the possibilities to buying used without CPO could mean digging into the pockets down the line. i'm inquiring as to anything specific that I should inquire about when setting up a PPI before deciding on a 328i? Appreciate you time and input!
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12-25-2016, 06:57 PM	#2
F30mb New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 2012 328i Alpina White Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Miami, Fl iTrader: (0)	We have a very high amount of lease vehicles in this state especially south Florida, flooding is not as common unless a tropical storm or hurricane has passed then you'll have the potential for many vehicles being sold with the possibility of water damage.
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GatorF30 Lieutenant 397 Rep 420 Posts Drives: EBII F30 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Florida iTrader: (3)	Don't buy a used car from South Florida (Miami, Ft Lauderdale). Lots of scummy people and some really shoddy work from independent shops. Be VERY weary. CPO from a dealer is ok. Small lots and private sellers BEWARE.
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stlTDIconvert Registered 1 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 2012 VW TDi Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: St. Louis, MO, USA iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the input, some of the lowball prices I see from southern FL make it seem like it would be too good to be true without buying a car that will end up having a major fix in the near future. I know a PPI could only do so much, but is the only route you'd be comfortable with be a CPO? I just have a hard time fathoming a car having serious flaws at under 40k miles if it was a lease, but then again I've read horror stories on vehicles not being maintained and the issues that arise.
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