Looking at a 2007 3.0si Z4 Roadster

bhoch · 07-21-2010, 01:50 PM

Hi Z4 forum.

Just joined to ask a few questions.

I'm starting to stare at a Z4 at BMW of Austin and thought I would see if there is anything I need to really ask them before I make any decisions.

It is Gray with a black top and black interior, Automatic (paddle shifters) Sport and Premium upgraded lights. I took it for a short drive and with the exception of possibly needing a slight alignment it rode just fine. All electrics seemed to work just fine. No squeal in the brakes, power was OK, etc..

Sticker said they wanted $34,500 for it but I figure I can walk out of there for a few less. Miles was about 21K (slightly larger but less then 22K) So it's not been heavily driven.

Thanks,
Bill

b0bab0i · 07-21-2010, 02:08 PM

Expensive, you can get a Z4M for that price.

bhoch · 07-21-2010, 03:02 PM

Thanks for the quick reply!

esqu1re · 07-21-2010, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by benmoooon

Expensive, you can get a Z4M for that price.

Yeah, seriously. Walk away. I bought a fully loaded 07 M with under 20,000 miles for 30,000 pre-tax. No accidents.

imz4n · 07-21-2010, 03:11 PM

Sounds like about 9K too high. Go ///M for that price.

VinnieAces · 07-21-2010, 03:24 PM

Go M or go Home

CalRick · 07-21-2010, 03:30 PM

Even KBB lists it as "retailing" for around 31.5k, and they are notoriously high on these cars. Mid 20s is the most (as others have mentioned, M's are trading in the 30ish range); a similar one traded recently in the low teens, tho that was a private party distress sale. On Autotrader that car at Austin BMW is listed at $31.9k which is still high for a non-CPO car - if it is a CPO car then it's worth maybe $2k more.

Check Autotrader and Cars. com for other comparables in your region. Also search for the M roadsters even if you are not in the market for one (they are manual only, so if you need an automatic they won't do the job) as a comparison and negotiating tool - when new, the M's listed at about $10k more than an si. (Gee, I can get this nice M roadster for 30k - why should I buy your 3.0si for 32k?)

inTgr8r · 07-21-2010, 03:32 PM

+1 price is WAY too high.

Do an auto trader search for a 3.0si to get a better idea on pricing.
If you need the auto , then the 3.0si is the right model for you.

bhoch · 07-21-2010, 04:15 PM

Thanks everyone. I like the idea of looking at an M. No issues with clutch (current car is 6 speed manual and I have no worries).

Thanks for the info on the prices. I was thinking they would be much higher. Time to start to broaden my search!

Nhopkins1394 · 07-21-2010, 04:29 PM

Just for comparison...
I just bought my 2006 3.0si Roadster, 49k mi, for $23.5k plus TTL from a dealer, non-CPO in Dallas a couple weeks ago.

Avicenna · 07-25-2010, 02:00 AM

Price does seem way too high - I picked up a CPO 2008 3.0Si coupe with 17k miles for $28k

bhoch · 07-25-2010, 02:05 PM

Thanks for all of the input!

Thankfully, I found this site as I have been reviewing a lot of threads and it's an excellent source of info!

Some of the threads have answered a lot of questions that I have had, so it's been a good read.

I am in no hurry so I can look and look till I find exactly what I want at the price I can agree to.

M_Six · 07-25-2010, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by benmoooon

Expensive, you can get a Z4M for that price.

Agreed. I bought a 2006 3.0si with 24k miles 18 months ago for just under $27k. $34k for a 3 year old 3.0si is insane.

dekaliber · 07-25-2010, 09:25 PM

Those people are completely out to lunch on the pricing.

Hell, buy this M for $10K less: http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=411103

M_Six · 07-30-2010, 10:50 AM

Nice one here: http://www.roadfly.com/bmw/classifie...php?view=45873

It doesn't say it's a 3.0si, but if you look closely at the side badge, it looks like it says 3.0si. And those are si wheels. Nice, low mileage car that's loaded.

bhoch · 07-30-2010, 03:38 PM

Mark, Thanks for the link. Does look like a really good car. Price is very reasonable as well.

16thBMW · 07-30-2010, 04:08 PM

Also, if you're worried about the CPO benefits: 1) inspection, 2) extended warranty, and 3) extended maintenance.

Get a really good pre-purchase inspection.

Buy (or have the seller buy...some dealers will only sell to the original owner) the extended maintenance and warranty yourself.

Freude am Fahren (und weniger Spenden)...

07-21-2010, 01:50 PM	#1
bhoch SSGT USMC - '78 - '86 13 Rep 487 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0si Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Liberty Hill, Tx iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 [7.33]	Looking at a 2007 3.0si Z4 Roadster - questions Hi Z4 forum. Just joined to ask a few questions. I'm starting to stare at a Z4 at BMW of Austin and thought I would see if there is anything I need to really ask them before I make any decisions. It is Gray with a black top and black interior, Automatic (paddle shifters) Sport and Premium upgraded lights. I took it for a short drive and with the exception of possibly needing a slight alignment it rode just fine. All electrics seemed to work just fine. No squeal in the brakes, power was OK, etc.. Sticker said they wanted $34,500 for it but I figure I can walk out of there for a few less. Miles was about 21K (slightly larger but less then 22K) So it's not been heavily driven. Thanks, Bill
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b0bab0i Major 24 Rep 1,033 Posts Drives: 03 TiAG z4 3.0i w/ hardtop Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Expensive, you can get a Z4M for that price.
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bhoch SSGT USMC - '78 - '86 13 Rep 487 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0si Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Liberty Hill, Tx iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 [7.33]	Thanks for the quick reply!
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imz4n Captain 57 Rep 822 Posts Drives: 2006 3,0 si TITANIUM SIlVER Join Date: May 2007 Location: Orange County Ca. iTrader: (0)	Sounds like about 9K too high. Go ///M for that price. __________________ SoCal Z Enthusiast contact me to get on the list. Events for like minded people and when you talk about your Z, we will know what you are saying. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ZSCCACalifornia/
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VinnieAces Lieutenant Colonel 92 Rep 1,603 Posts Drives: Imola Red Z4MC Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Ontario, Can iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 Z4 M Coupe [8.00]	Go M or go Home __________________ ///M - Some Mods 'N Stuff
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CalRick Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 282 Posts Drives: '15 M235 & '95 M3 tracktoy ; Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles or Monterey iTrader: (1) Garage List 2016 X3 Xdrive28d [0.00] 2015 BMW M235i [0.00] 1995 BMW M3 [0.00]	Even KBB lists it as "retailing" for around 31.5k, and they are notoriously high on these cars. Mid 20s is the most (as others have mentioned, M's are trading in the 30ish range); a similar one traded recently in the low teens, tho that was a private party distress sale. On Autotrader that car at Austin BMW is listed at $31.9k which is still high for a non-CPO car - if it is a CPO car then it's worth maybe $2k more. Check Autotrader and Cars. com for other comparables in your region. Also search for the M roadsters even if you are not in the market for one (they are manual only, so if you need an automatic they won't do the job) as a comparison and negotiating tool - when new, the M's listed at about $10k more than an si. (Gee, I can get this nice M roadster for 30k - why should I buy your 3.0si for 32k?)
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07-21-2010, 03:32 PM	#8
inTgr8r Lieutenant General 2432 Rep 11,667 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Toronto iTrader: (10)	+1 price is WAY too high. Do an auto trader search for a 3.0si to get a better idea on pricing. If you need the auto , then the 3.0si is the right model for you. __________________ '21 M2C Hockenheim Silver '18 718 Cayman S Lava Orange (sold) '13 E92 M3 Santorini Blue (sold) '07 Z4 M Coupe Alpine White (sold)
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bhoch SSGT USMC - '78 - '86 13 Rep 487 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0si Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Liberty Hill, Tx iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 [7.33]	Thanks everyone. I like the idea of looking at an M. No issues with clutch (current car is 6 speed manual and I have no worries). Thanks for the info on the prices. I was thinking they would be much higher. Time to start to broaden my search!
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07-21-2010, 04:29 PM	#10
Nhopkins1394 Accountant, 1st Class 8 Rep 237 Posts Drives: 2006 Z4 3.0si Roadster, Black Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Irving, TX where the Cowboys used to play! iTrader: (0)	Looking at a 2007 3.0si Z4 Roadster - questions Just for comparison... I just bought my 2006 3.0si Roadster, 49k mi, for $23.5k plus TTL from a dealer, non-CPO in Dallas a couple weeks ago.
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07-25-2010, 02:00 AM	#11
Avicenna Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 2008 Z4 Coupe 3.0Si Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	Price does seem way too high - I picked up a CPO 2008 3.0Si coupe with 17k miles for $28k
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bhoch SSGT USMC - '78 - '86 13 Rep 487 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0si Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Liberty Hill, Tx iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 [7.33]	Thanks for all of the input! Thankfully, I found this site as I have been reviewing a lot of threads and it's an excellent source of info! Some of the threads have answered a lot of questions that I have had, so it's been a good read. I am in no hurry so I can look and look till I find exactly what I want at the price I can agree to.
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07-25-2010, 09:25 PM	#14
dekaliber Major 75 Rep 1,143 Posts Drives: '07 Z4MC, '11 JCW, '18 Z06 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	Those people are completely out to lunch on the pricing. Hell, buy this M for $10K less: http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=411103
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07-30-2010, 10:50 AM	#15
M_Six Free Thinker 16967 Rep 7,455 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Nice one here: http://www.roadfly.com/bmw/classifie...php?view=45873 It doesn't say it's a 3.0si, but if you look closely at the side badge, it looks like it says 3.0si. And those are si wheels. Nice, low mileage car that's loaded. __________________ Mark markj.pics "There is no shame in dropping fruit in your glass." -UncleWede
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bhoch SSGT USMC - '78 - '86 13 Rep 487 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0si Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Liberty Hill, Tx iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 [7.33]	Mark, Thanks for the link. Does look like a really good car. Price is very reasonable as well.
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