Atacama yellow vs Laguna Seca Blue

ajfoggy · 04-08-2016, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Antwan

18%! Job well done. Any tricks i.e. the age old go at the end of the month and all that? end of the current version????? I don't think that I can afford to run an M3 but I would jolly well love to make you an offer

http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1237109

PaulT_M5 · 04-09-2016, 02:11 AM

It's not a standard 3 series, being an M3, but it is yellow - very yellow:

http://usedcars.bmw.co.uk/M/3.0-s/s/...cmdc=se_na_re_

simon the pieman · 04-09-2016, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by SH89

Definitely Laguna Seca Blue, it's one of the best BMW colours in my opinion. Personally I would go with some more options rather than individual paint. The m sport plus package and pro media would be a lot better value for money.

+1 on this. More toys more enjoyment for me rather than standard spec. I think more options is more desirable for sell on purposes unless you going to keep it for a long time.

Z_Victor1 · 04-09-2016, 03:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Antwan

18%! Job well done. Any tricks i.e. the age old go at the end of the month and all that? end of the current version????? I don't think that I can afford to run an M3 but I would jolly well love to make you an offer

Best trick is to keep getting up from the negotiating table, saying, "I'll leave it, maybe come back next week."
Go armed with complete knowledge of EXACTLY what you want.
An EXACT bottom line price in print from a dealer miles away (Scotland preferably) - as a back up.
Try and find a dealer that has roughly what you want already as a showroom queen.
Be prepared to compromise a little on spec if that seals a deal.
Be sickly nice and polite.
Offer something in return....say if you're a butcher, offer the Sales Manager a deal on meat for a year for his family in return (quietly of course). Have your business card ready to give him.

I went down 18 months ago to local dealership (Sussex...N of Eastbourne). Took wife, agreed strategy...which was WE ARE NOT BUYING A CAR.
It took about an hour and numerous cups of coffee. I think I got up from my seat 6 times....
But got £600 more for my E90 M3 than I paid for it + 16% off new fully loaded F32.
There are better discounts out there but getting more for your PX than you paid for it is insane and more than made up for that.

Listen to all the guys on the forum, they know a lot more than me about all this....

Then there's always Tony Lewis of course....!

Good luck.

subsy · 04-09-2016, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by PaulT_335i

It's not a standard 3 series, being an M3, but it is yellow - very yellow:

http://usedcars.bmw.co.uk/M/3.0-s/s/...cmdc=se_na_re_

Wow, not for me that colour. Each to their own!

WeaverBeaver · 04-09-2016, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by subsy

Wow, not for me that colour. Each to their own!

Agreed - Laguna Seca Blue - gorgeous, Simpsons yellow - horrendous

DaveH28 · 04-09-2016, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Antwan

18%! Job well done. Any tricks i.e. the age old go at the end of the month and all that? end of the current version????? I don't think that I can afford to run an M3 but I would jolly well love to make you an offer

It's not an M3, it's an individual coloured 435i.

Great looking car.

stefan4 · 04-09-2016, 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Antwan

20-25% off is possible if I move 'upmarket' model wise? Seriously?

I just replaced my 320i m sport for a 340i msport with more spec for £4 /m more than my 320i!!!!

The 405m wheels are great, and individual colours are great, but in no way would I have them over a x40i engine!!!

stefan4 · 04-09-2016, 04:28 AM

Also worth noting, if your going down the pcp route, those very expensive options cost you BIG as there's very little residual value in these.

MSport + and promedia however is a over few grands worth of extras for an additional £39/month.

simon the pieman · 04-09-2016, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by stefan4

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Originally Posted by Antwan

20-25% off is possible if I move 'upmarket' model wise? Seriously?

I just replaced my 320i m sport for a 340i msport with more spec for £4 /m more than my 320i!!!!

The 405m wheels are great, and individual colours are great, but in no way would I have them over a x40i engine!!!

Hi mate. Can I be nosey and ask the ins and outs of your deal on the 340i. I'm trying to see what's affordable without going to dealers for the minute. If you don't mind that would be great. If you want to pm me that's fine.
Thanks Simon.

simon the pieman · 04-09-2016, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by simon the pieman

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Originally Posted by stefan4

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Originally Posted by Antwan

20-25% off is possible if I move 'upmarket' model wise? Seriously?

I just replaced my 320i m sport for a 340i msport with more spec for £4 /m more than my 320i!!!!

The 405m wheels are great, and individual colours are great, but in no way would I have them over a x40i engine!!!

Hi mate. Can I be nosey and ask the ins and outs of your deal on the 340i. I'm trying to see what's affordable without going to dealers for the minute. If you don't mind that would be great. If you want to pm me that's fine.
Thanks Simon.

Sorry mate the visitor message you sent I don't seem to be able to open on my phone

stefan4 · 04-09-2016, 06:31 AM

Sorted, pm sent

Antwan · 04-09-2016, 06:43 AM

Thanks for the link PaulT. Must say I prefer the orangey tones of Atacama though!

Not going to go mad on spec regarding residuals. Desperate to find some time to get into a dealership. Will definitely get quotes from another place as leverage/background info. Cheers

RobUK · 04-09-2016, 10:55 AM

If you want a unique colour, what about getting it wrapped?

willjames · 04-09-2016, 11:30 AM

Go for the blue, dude.

stefan4 · 04-09-2016, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Antwan

Thanks for the link PaulT. Must say I prefer the orangey tones of Atacama though!

Not going to go mad on spec regarding residuals. Desperate to find some time to get into a dealership. Will definitely get quotes from another place as leverage/background info. Cheers

I'd say 2 - 3k on a paint job and 4k on wheels is going pretty mad

TB_330i · 04-09-2016, 12:13 PM

It's been said before but cannot be stressed enough, if there is one message you take from this thread:

Work out the spec you want and price it up on Coast 2 Coast and Broadspeed and take that printed quote in as your initial bargaining position. There is no reason to pay more than that unless you are set on dealing with a local dealer.

Other point to note is don't let the dealer pull smoke and mirrors on you by going into monthlies / deposit / part ex etc. UNTIL you have agreed the price of the car outright.

Finally going back to your original question, absolutely concur with others that you should put money into engine and options over a truly individual paint. If you really want something rarer, pick one of the off the shelf individuals as they are somewhat cheaper.

JustChris · 04-09-2016, 12:13 PM

Love me some speed yellow, that looks superb.

sensible · 04-09-2016, 05:20 PM

I have a 320i LCI M Sport and it's a great car. 0-60 in 7.2s, 181 HP, 290nm torque (or 270 in auto) good fuel economy. It is very responsive and suits my needs. No doubt a 340i would be the icing on the cake but there's certainly nothing wrong with the new B48 320i engine. (it is the same engine as the 330i remapped)

Antwan · 04-10-2016, 01:36 AM

Thanks TB, you're right that the consensus and indeed informed opinion is cut the engine. On reflection, thousands of pounds on wheels and Individual paint is indeed madness. This thread has made me realise that I need to research far more but I am definitely getting a 330i M.

RobUK · 04-10-2016, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by sensible

...(it is the same engine as the 330i remapped)

Different pistons as well isn't it?

sensible · 04-10-2016, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by RobUK

Different pistons as well isn't it?

I didn't think so...

I found this which suggests the bore and stroke are the same.
http://www.unixnerd.demon.co.uk/b48.html

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stefan4 Colonel 1102 Rep 2,379 Posts Drives: 340i on order Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: sheffield iTrader: (0)	Also worth noting, if your going down the pcp route, those very expensive options cost you BIG as there's very little residual value in these. MSport + and promedia however is a over few grands worth of extras for an additional £39/month.
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Antwan New Member 9 Rep 22 Posts Drives: Honda Jazz in Milano Pink Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the link PaulT. Must say I prefer the orangey tones of Atacama though! Not going to go mad on spec regarding residuals. Desperate to find some time to get into a dealership. Will definitely get quotes from another place as leverage/background info. Cheers
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TB_330i Private First Class 25 Rep 168 Posts Drives: '16 F30 330i Tanzanite Blue Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: London iTrader: (0)	It's been said before but cannot be stressed enough, if there is one message you take from this thread: Work out the spec you want and price it up on Coast 2 Coast and Broadspeed and take that printed quote in as your initial bargaining position. There is no reason to pay more than that unless you are set on dealing with a local dealer. Other point to note is don't let the dealer pull smoke and mirrors on you by going into monthlies / deposit / part ex etc. UNTIL you have agreed the price of the car outright. Finally going back to your original question, absolutely concur with others that you should put money into engine and options over a truly individual paint. If you really want something rarer, pick one of the off the shelf individuals as they are somewhat cheaper.
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Antwan New Member 9 Rep 22 Posts Drives: Honda Jazz in Milano Pink Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	Thanks TB, you're right that the consensus and indeed informed opinion is cut the engine. On reflection, thousands of pounds on wheels and Individual paint is indeed madness. This thread has made me realise that I need to research far more but I am definitely getting a 330i M.
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