The BMW / Bimmer Thread [Merged]

**xox** · January 22nd, 2004 08:55 AM

i think the prices are really about that range, the one your friend got maybe a bit cheaper but not surprisingly cheaper, i've been seeing '95 316i's for P400-500T

**cta2** · January 23rd, 2004 07:24 PM

i think tama lang ang presyo...

that should be among the 1st batch of local 316... initial selling price niyan nasa 800T plus range... aircon should be even rotary switches... the newer ones have climate control na (same body).

316 have lower resale than 320, madaming nagkalat na 316 (compared to 320, 325)... parts should be available naman coz what i know its locally assembled.

and yes its slow for a 1.6, pero stable naman sa highway

just my 2 cents

**woodfire** · January 23rd, 2004 08:23 PM

IMO, just add a little bit and get the 6-cylinder 320i or higher displacement. the E36 body is pretty hefty for the 316 4-cylinder engine to carry.

**vinj** · January 23rd, 2004 10:44 PM

The price is just right IMO. Check if the service records are complete though.

Although its a bit heavy, the 316i still performs well on the highway as German cars are really geared for that... handling and road feel of course would be very addicting. ;) I have an uncle with a 316i and he's happy with it and he says he gets good fuel mileage.

Of course, if he can spare 150K or so... the 320i is a good car.

**Hero** · January 24th, 2004 04:37 AM

i tested a 2nd hand 316i last year..not so good condition of the interior..(ripped cloth upholstery sa door ..madumi ang carpet etc etc).. my impression was that it was heavy and i wouldnt pay 500k for that car in that sorry state.. if i remember the rear suspension had some clunking sound kapag nag humps... since mabagal din naman ang 316 and cramped pa interior.. i would get a 95 volvo 850 turbo a/t for about P380k or maybe less

**newbee** · January 24th, 2004 11:33 PM

Advice ko lang, since your getting a 2nd hand BMW, try getting one from BMW Prestige Cars na lang. It will cost you around 20-30K Php more kaysa kung sa private owner ka bibili, pero sure ka na in good condition yung ibebenta sa iyo. When they sell the car to you, may kasamang 6 month warranty, so if ever may problema ka na makikita within the 6 months, safe ka.

Try this http://www.bmw.com.ph/virtual_centre...le_locator.htm

**OTEP** · January 24th, 2004 11:58 PM

Galing dun sa Pre-owned program ng BMW yung sa pinsan ko. Pero wala nang warranty nang matigok ang aircon. hehehehe. Kaya shell out Php 50K.

**IceColdBeer** · January 27th, 2004 12:14 AM

Thanks all guys! Hopefully these will help my friend decide ;)

**mazdamazda** · May 31st, 2004 02:01 PM

do you think that buying a BMW E34 5 series is worth it? My friend is selling me his ride for around 700K.

how bloody would be the maintenance if ever?

**woodfire** · May 31st, 2004 07:12 PM

mazdamazda,

the E34 5'ers are REALLY GOOD AND RELIABLE CARS!!!

There are a couple of non-casa bimmer specialists that can trouble shoot the E34 and that their labor will not cost you an arm and a leg. You can order parts from Basics in Libis. Moroever, the casas have rationalized their prices for "wear & tear" parts so its not that expensive anymore.

Make sure that the E34 you're planning to buy is in good running condition. That car is built to last.