Buying a new sports car. 10k-15k

[jorgeandonie]

I might take it up to a shop or something. I hate the hassle.

[akboss]

Originally Posted by jorgeandonie

I might take it up to a shop or something. I hate the hassle.

Think of it like you would get a home inspected before you bought it. Otherwise you're in your kitchen cooking some dinner and your stove falls through the floor - should have got an inspection...lol. OK it's a little far fetched, but having it checked out before the purchase is a little peace of mind on your investment.

[jorgeandonie]

I just don't want to go pay a few hundred dollars and not end up getting the car. My game plan is to drive 180 miles awaay to look at this s2000, if I don't get it, I'll get the bmw checked out. I think I'm going to keep the sentra and drive it on nasty days.

[akboss]

Originally Posted by jorgeandonie

I just don't want to go pay a few hundred dollars and not end up getting the car. My game plan is to drive 180 miles awaay to look at this s2000, if I don't get it, I'll get the bmw checked out. I think I'm going to keep the sentra and drive it on nasty days.

Keeping the Sentra is a good idea - in my experience, unless you're selling a fairly recent used car, the market is slow and you'll get tire-kickers that offer you nothing for it.

Also, while the BMW is a great car, you're mechanically safer with the S2000 - built like little tanks. Have fun with the sales experience, it should be an exciting time to park yourself in a sports car as such.

Cheers.

[jorgeandonie]

I found a bmw 540i around here. Its a 2001 with a v8. You guys know anything about these? Its 6speed which made me want it lol.

[Shpuker]

Originally Posted by jorgeandonie

I found a bmw 540i around here. Its a 2001 with a v8. You guys know anything about these? Its 6speed which made me want it lol.

They're fun reliable cars, just make sure everything's in line with it, and remember, maintenance wont be cheap

[jorgeandonie]

So what exactly is expencieve. Like what do you have to do that is different from other cars? And shpucker, that v8 suposed to last a while? Sorry I'm ask so many questions lol.

[jorgeandonie]

The car, went we went to look at it, was dead. Thye guy said it was probably dead cause they haven't cranked it in a while. That they would have it ready to test tomorrow. Idk if to trust that, maybe it needs anew alternator. He said if it needed a new batery he he would put one in before he sold it.

[Shpuker]

Originally Posted by jorgeandonie

The car, went we went to look at it, was dead. Thye guy said it was probably dead cause they haven't cranked it in a while. That they would have it ready to test tomorrow. Idk if to trust that, maybe it needs anew alternator. He said if it needed a new batery he he would put one in before he sold it.

Somethings probably wrong with it, I'd stay away from it.

So what exactly is expencieve. Like what do you have to do that is different from other cars? And shpucker, that v8 suposed to last a while? Sorry I'm ask so many questions lol.

Oil changes, replacement parts, insurance won't be especially cheap (won't be with any sports car for that matter), all that type stuff

[drunken monkey]

Originally Posted by jorgeandonie

So what exactly is expencieve. Like what do you have to do that is different from other cars? And shpucker, that v8 suposed to last a while? Sorry I'm ask so many questions lol.

haha...
Asking Shpuker for advice....
You might as well Google it yourself.

now may an appropriate moment to remind newer members of this:

Originally Posted by Shpuker

Given I'm 15 and don't own a car though

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Anyway.
From what I have read, the E39 540i isn't the best of the E39 cars.
Estimates for maintanance costs range from less than $1000 to $2000 a year depending on service history (there were several recalls relating to the engine), existing condition and where you get things done.

[akboss]

Originally Posted by drunken monkey

haha...
Asking Shpuker for advice....
You might as well Google it yourself.

"now may an appropriate moment to remind newer members of this..."

Ha ha ha!
Love it.
No offence Puker, DM just has great timing.

[Shpuker]

Originally Posted by drunken monkey

haha...
Asking Shpuker for advice....
You might as well Google it yourself.

now may an appropriate moment to remind newer members of this:

.

Anyway.
From what I have read, the E39 540i isn't the best of the E39 cars.
Estimates for maintanance costs range from less than $1000 to $2000 a year depending on service history (there were several recalls relating to the engine), existing condition and where you get things done.

Well that was uncalled for

[jorgeandonie]

So I ended getting the s2000. I love it. Thanks for all the help guys.

[akboss]

Originally Posted by jorgeandonie

So I ended getting the s2000. I love it. Thanks for all the help guys.

Nicely done sir, a wise choice. All the best!

[Shpuker]

Originally Posted by jorgeandonie

So I ended getting the s2000. I love it. Thanks for all the help guys.

Hope it treats ya well