Good Buy?
jarhed
08-18-2004, 02:09 AM
Ok, so I bought this 97 528i from Ebay. It has 109,000 miles and is in Miami. A few dents and such and of course, very worn and dry leather seats. Here is the link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2486200668
Ignore the listed winner. He had a negative feedback rating and the ad clearly states that anyone with negative should not bother to even bid. So, the broker emailed me the day after saying that it's mine if I still wanted it since the winner bid $100 more than me. I paid a total of $8500 and $150 for their "Transaction Fee". Dont care about the fee. According to kbb.com, and my insurance/finance company (USAA), it's an EXCELLENT deal.
View the pics if you will (especially the link with the 76 pictures) and let me know your opinion. The check goes to them Fedex tomorrow, I fly to Miami to drive it back to Pasadena, CA next month.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2486200668
Ignore the listed winner. He had a negative feedback rating and the ad clearly states that anyone with negative should not bother to even bid. So, the broker emailed me the day after saying that it's mine if I still wanted it since the winner bid $100 more than me. I paid a total of $8500 and $150 for their "Transaction Fee". Dont care about the fee. According to kbb.com, and my insurance/finance company (USAA), it's an EXCELLENT deal.
View the pics if you will (especially the link with the 76 pictures) and let me know your opinion. The check goes to them Fedex tomorrow, I fly to Miami to drive it back to Pasadena, CA next month.
Presley348
08-19-2004, 12:34 PM
Ok, so I bought this 97 528i from Ebay. It has 109,000 miles and is in Miami. A few dents and such and of course, very worn and dry leather seats. Here is the link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2486200668
Ignore the listed winner. He had a negative feedback rating and the ad clearly states that anyone with negative should not bother to even bid. So, the broker emailed me the day after saying that it's mine if I still wanted it since the winner bid $100 more than me. I paid a total of $8500 and $150 for their "Transaction Fee". Dont care about the fee. According to kbb.com, and my insurance/finance company (USAA), it's an EXCELLENT deal.
View the pics if you will (especially the link with the 76 pictures) and let me know your opinion. The check goes to them Fedex tomorrow, I fly to Miami to drive it back to Pasadena, CA next month.============================================ ==============================
Hi "jarhed":
It looks like you did good! Now some people swear by eBay, but I never had any luck with
them, :banghead:
But ... anyway I went to Kelly Blue Book and ran a report based on info you gave, and for a 97 528i Bimmer in excellent condition with 109,000 miles Kelley Blue book says your BMW is
worth: $11, 925.00! :grinno:
When you pick it and get it back home, be sure to let us here at the BMW forum know how it looks and runs! (Also be sure to try to get a set of documented service records? scheduled: oil changes, brake pads, etc., some people call me a "Doubting Thomas" when it comes to new and especially ALL used cars, ((including BMW's)), and thats ok).
Personally if an owner cannot or will not provide me with records of their precious vehicle, I would be very cautious in purchasing it, also you might want to run CarFax, (19.95), CarFax is a large DataBase that will tell you almost everything of where that 528i been i.e. if it had been involved in any MVA's (car accidents), mileage checks, etc.)
In conclusion: I wish you the best!
Sincerely,
Presley348 :smokin:
PS,
The pics I saw looked nice, but pay close attention to its interior, especially the dash...look for sun cracks, sun fading, etc...had it been garaged or covered up with a car cover? (Be wise to Bimmer owners who try to convince one for it has not been driven very much in the city, but mainly driven on the highway by a "Little old lady to and from church on Sundays who lives in Pasadena!" LOL Just kidding)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2486200668
Ignore the listed winner. He had a negative feedback rating and the ad clearly states that anyone with negative should not bother to even bid. So, the broker emailed me the day after saying that it's mine if I still wanted it since the winner bid $100 more than me. I paid a total of $8500 and $150 for their "Transaction Fee". Dont care about the fee. According to kbb.com, and my insurance/finance company (USAA), it's an EXCELLENT deal.
View the pics if you will (especially the link with the 76 pictures) and let me know your opinion. The check goes to them Fedex tomorrow, I fly to Miami to drive it back to Pasadena, CA next month.============================================ ==============================
Hi "jarhed":
It looks like you did good! Now some people swear by eBay, but I never had any luck with
them, :banghead:
But ... anyway I went to Kelly Blue Book and ran a report based on info you gave, and for a 97 528i Bimmer in excellent condition with 109,000 miles Kelley Blue book says your BMW is
worth: $11, 925.00! :grinno:
When you pick it and get it back home, be sure to let us here at the BMW forum know how it looks and runs! (Also be sure to try to get a set of documented service records? scheduled: oil changes, brake pads, etc., some people call me a "Doubting Thomas" when it comes to new and especially ALL used cars, ((including BMW's)), and thats ok).
Personally if an owner cannot or will not provide me with records of their precious vehicle, I would be very cautious in purchasing it, also you might want to run CarFax, (19.95), CarFax is a large DataBase that will tell you almost everything of where that 528i been i.e. if it had been involved in any MVA's (car accidents), mileage checks, etc.)
In conclusion: I wish you the best!
Sincerely,
Presley348 :smokin:
PS,
The pics I saw looked nice, but pay close attention to its interior, especially the dash...look for sun cracks, sun fading, etc...had it been garaged or covered up with a car cover? (Be wise to Bimmer owners who try to convince one for it has not been driven very much in the city, but mainly driven on the highway by a "Little old lady to and from church on Sundays who lives in Pasadena!" LOL Just kidding)
crayzayjay
08-19-2004, 01:06 PM
Looks like a bargain to me!
Congrats :)
Congrats :)
jarhed
08-20-2004, 02:06 AM
Good idea! I never thought about Carfax. Guess I should have done that first. I'm going to run it now. I've always ran carfax on all my cars, not sure why I didnt do it this time. My 92 735iL was clean on Carfax when I bought it last October.
I know the leather on the drivers seat and the rear passenger side seat is dried and cracked. I'm going to try an old trick on it to see if I can at least soften it a little, then treat it heavily with Lexol (I swear by that stuff!!).
This deal is from an Auto Broker that has started wholesaling cars on Ebay. As the lady in their accounting office told me, "we are just trying to make a quick buck, plain and simple. Dont want to spend time and money trying to retail cars, we turn them over quicker wholesale to dealers and individuals". They seem pretty nice and Michael Zimmerman told me that they do have mechanics go over every car that they bring into their warehouse. Still, I'm going to get a synthetic oil change as soon as I get there and check the tires (the pictures show the tires with plenty of meat, but we'll see). After all, I am driving over 2700 miles back to the west coast in it. I'd hate to break down in middleofnowhere Louisiana or Vider Texas. ;-)
I know the leather on the drivers seat and the rear passenger side seat is dried and cracked. I'm going to try an old trick on it to see if I can at least soften it a little, then treat it heavily with Lexol (I swear by that stuff!!).
This deal is from an Auto Broker that has started wholesaling cars on Ebay. As the lady in their accounting office told me, "we are just trying to make a quick buck, plain and simple. Dont want to spend time and money trying to retail cars, we turn them over quicker wholesale to dealers and individuals". They seem pretty nice and Michael Zimmerman told me that they do have mechanics go over every car that they bring into their warehouse. Still, I'm going to get a synthetic oil change as soon as I get there and check the tires (the pictures show the tires with plenty of meat, but we'll see). After all, I am driving over 2700 miles back to the west coast in it. I'd hate to break down in middleofnowhere Louisiana or Vider Texas. ;-)
pperelman
08-20-2004, 12:41 PM
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The story of this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) according to our interpretation of the information reported to CARFAX:
This sedan has had 2 owners and was owned in Florida. The first title for this sedan was reported to CARFAX by a Florida DMV in 1996.
It was involved in an accident in Florida that was reported to the police.
It has had no DMV-reported total loss events, like a major accident, fire or flood.
It has a consistent mileage history with no indication of an odometer rollback. It was driven an average of 13,739 miles per year, which is slightly lower than than the industry average of 15,000. The last odometer reading, reported on 12/11/2002, was 88,100 miles.
It was not reported to a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON).
Its basic warranty has expired. You may want to discuss an extended warranty with your dealer.
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Report Summary
1. ACCIDENT CHECK
Total Loss Check No Severe Accidents Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Other Accident Indicators Accident Indicator Reported
2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK
Truth-In-Mileage Check No Odometer Problems Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found
Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found
3. LEMON CHECKŪ
No Mfr. Buyback Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
4. OWNERSHIP CHECK
Number of Owners 2 Estimated Owner(s)
Type of Owners Checked 8 Types of Vehicle Registrations
5. RECALL CHECK
BMW Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX
6. WARRANTY CHECK
No Coverage Remaining on Basic Warranty
DETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 16 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED
Tell us what you know about this vehicle
Year/Make/Model: 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC
Body Style: SEDAN 4 DR
Engine: 2.8L L6 PFI DOHC 24V
Fuel: GASOLINE
Driveline: REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Manufactured in: GERMANY
Safety Equipment: 4 wheel ABS, Dual front air bags/active (manual) belts
Standard Equipment: Power Windows, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, AM / FM Cassette, Power Brakes, Power sun / moon roof, Tilt Wheel, 6-digit Odometer
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Total Loss Check:
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Salvage Title Loss Due To Fire Title
Junk Title Flood Damage Title
Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Hail Damage Title
Dismantled Title Canadian Total Loss
Other Accident Indicators:
This 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) had accident indicators reported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidents and/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not all accidents are reported to CARFAX. A vehicle inspection completed by your dealer or professional mechanic is recommended.
No Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported
No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported
Police Accident Record Reported No Damage Disclosure Record Reported
Accident Report Date: Source: Detail:
09/23/2001 Florida Police Report Accident Reported
Involving a front impact
with another motor vehicle
Florida Police Reports:
Florida provides an estimate of the extent of damage in its accident reports. Use these general descriptions to help you interpret the different damage levels:
SEVERE: The vehicle cannot be driven from the accident scene due to severe damage or an injury. This level of damage often results in a Salvage or Junk title. Check Section 1 - Total Loss Check for these problem titles.
MODERATE: The accident damage affects the operation of the vehicle and/or its parts. Examples include broken windows, trunk lids, doors, bumpers and tires.
MINOR: The accident damage does not affect the operation of the vehicle. Examples include dented bumpers, fenders, grills and body panels. This level of accident should not compromise vehicle safety.
NO DAMAGE: The vehicle was not damaged.
Are processed if the estimated damage exceeds $500
Are released 3 months after the accident date due to State mandate
According to the National Safety Council, Injury Facts, 2001 edition, 11% of the 224 million registered vehicles in the U.S. were involved in an accident in 2000. Over 90% of these were considered minor or moderate.
CARFAX depends on public and private sources for its accident data. Each one of these sources has different processing times. CARFAX can only report what is in our database on 20.Aug.2004 12:39:30. New data will result in a change to this report.
Not all accidents are reported to the Police. Tell us if you know of other fender benders, accidents or damage.
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Truth-In-Mileage Check:
GOOD NEWS! No major odometer problems were ever reported by a DMV under the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783). If you find that any of the following odometer problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!
Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses an odometer rollover.
Odometer Rollback Check:
CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783). Rollbacks reported in this section originate from readings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.
Mileage Consistency Check:
CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history of this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783).
Date: Mileage:
07/31/1996 6
11/26/1997 16,000
01/10/2000 48,054
01/07/2001 62,479
12/11/2002 88,100
Average miles driven per year 13,739 CARFAX AdvisorTM Compare this vehicle's average annual mileage to the industry average of 15,000 miles per year. Use this comparison to determine how this vehicle was driven.
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Ownership History:
CARFAX estimates that this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) had 2 owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supporting events to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with the U.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names or addresses.
Estimated Owners: Date: Location:
1st owner 08/08/1996 Florida
2nd owner 12/11/2002 Florida
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Types of Owners:
This 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) was checked for 8 types of registrations.
Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported
No Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported
No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported
No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards Record Reported
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CARFAX estimated the remaining original manufacturer warranty coverage for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) using the date this report was generated (20.Aug.2004 12:39:30) and the last odometer reading reported to CARFAX. If you have a current odometer reading, you may recalculate the remaining warranty coverage.
Estimated start date of warranty: 07/15/1996
Last reading reported on 12/11/2002: 88,100 miles
Today's Date: August 20, 2004
Type of Coverage: Original Warranty: Estimated Remaining Coverage:
Basic 48 months or 50,000 miles Coverage expired
Drivetrain 48 months or 50,000 miles Coverage expired
Emissions 24 months or 24,000 miles Coverage expired
Corrosion 72 months or unlimited mileage Coverage expired
Transferable Transferable at no cost Same
Roadside Assistance 48 months or 50,000 miles Coverage expired
Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint No data reported to CARFAX
Specific Components 96 months or 80,000 miles Coverage expired
Notes: Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Corrosion coverage may require a once a year inspection. Models sold after 10/01/96 have 3 years or 36,000 miles schedules maintenance coverage.
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CARFAX searched more than 3 billion records from over 5,300 sources and found 16 record(s) for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783).
Date:
Mileage Reading:
Source:
General Comments:
07/09/1996 US Customs
Vehicle exported from
Germany
and imported to
Charleston, SC
07/15/1996 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Registered as
personal vehicle
07/31/1996 6 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Title #71553685
Odometer reading reported for title
08/08/1996 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Title #71553685
Title issued
First owner reported
12/13/1996 Florida
Inspection Station
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Passed emissions inspection
11/26/1997 16,000 Florida
Inspection Station
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Passed emissions inspection
11/24/1998 Florida
Inspection Station
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Passed emissions inspection
01/10/2000 48,054 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Odometer reading reported for title
01/11/2000 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Title #0071553685
Title issued
01/07/2001 62,479 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Miami, FL
Odometer reading reported for title
02/15/2001 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Miami, FL
Title #0071553685
Title issued
Loan or lien reported
09/23/2001 Florida
Police Report
Case #605459280
Accident Reported
Involving a front impact
with another motor vehicle
12/11/2002 88,100 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hialeah, FL
Title #0071553685
Title issued
New owner reported
Loan or lien reported
03/25/2003 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hialeah, FL
Title #0071553685
Registration issued
Registered as
personal vehicle
Vehicle color noted as Green
04/01/2004 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hialeah, FL
Title #0071553685
Registration issued
Registered as
personal vehicle
Vehicle color noted as Green
08/06/2004 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hialeah, FL
Title #0071553685
Title issued
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Accident
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First Owner
When the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehicles as proof of ownership.
New Owner Reported
When a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to the new owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.
Personal Use
Vehicle was registered by the owner for private or personal use.
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Severe Damage: Odometer Problems: Lemon History:
Salvage/Junk
Rebuilt/Reconstructed
Dismantled
Fire/Flood/Hail
Canadian Total Loss
Exceeds Mechanical Limits
Not Actual Mileage
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The story of this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) according to our interpretation of the information reported to CARFAX:
This sedan has had 2 owners and was owned in Florida. The first title for this sedan was reported to CARFAX by a Florida DMV in 1996.
It was involved in an accident in Florida that was reported to the police.
It has had no DMV-reported total loss events, like a major accident, fire or flood.
It has a consistent mileage history with no indication of an odometer rollback. It was driven an average of 13,739 miles per year, which is slightly lower than than the industry average of 15,000. The last odometer reading, reported on 12/11/2002, was 88,100 miles.
It was not reported to a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON).
Its basic warranty has expired. You may want to discuss an extended warranty with your dealer.
Go to the Detailed Vehicle History for the complete history and a glossary of terms.
Report Summary
1. ACCIDENT CHECK
Total Loss Check No Severe Accidents Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Other Accident Indicators Accident Indicator Reported
2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK
Truth-In-Mileage Check No Odometer Problems Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found
Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found
3. LEMON CHECKŪ
No Mfr. Buyback Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
4. OWNERSHIP CHECK
Number of Owners 2 Estimated Owner(s)
Type of Owners Checked 8 Types of Vehicle Registrations
5. RECALL CHECK
BMW Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX
6. WARRANTY CHECK
No Coverage Remaining on Basic Warranty
DETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 16 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED
Tell us what you know about this vehicle
Year/Make/Model: 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC
Body Style: SEDAN 4 DR
Engine: 2.8L L6 PFI DOHC 24V
Fuel: GASOLINE
Driveline: REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Manufactured in: GERMANY
Safety Equipment: 4 wheel ABS, Dual front air bags/active (manual) belts
Standard Equipment: Power Windows, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, AM / FM Cassette, Power Brakes, Power sun / moon roof, Tilt Wheel, 6-digit Odometer
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Total Loss Check:
GOOD NEWS! No severe damage events were ever reported by a DMV for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783). If you find that any of the following severe problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!
Salvage Title Loss Due To Fire Title
Junk Title Flood Damage Title
Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Hail Damage Title
Dismantled Title Canadian Total Loss
Other Accident Indicators:
This 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) had accident indicators reported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidents and/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not all accidents are reported to CARFAX. A vehicle inspection completed by your dealer or professional mechanic is recommended.
No Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported
No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported
Police Accident Record Reported No Damage Disclosure Record Reported
Accident Report Date: Source: Detail:
09/23/2001 Florida Police Report Accident Reported
Involving a front impact
with another motor vehicle
Florida Police Reports:
Florida provides an estimate of the extent of damage in its accident reports. Use these general descriptions to help you interpret the different damage levels:
SEVERE: The vehicle cannot be driven from the accident scene due to severe damage or an injury. This level of damage often results in a Salvage or Junk title. Check Section 1 - Total Loss Check for these problem titles.
MODERATE: The accident damage affects the operation of the vehicle and/or its parts. Examples include broken windows, trunk lids, doors, bumpers and tires.
MINOR: The accident damage does not affect the operation of the vehicle. Examples include dented bumpers, fenders, grills and body panels. This level of accident should not compromise vehicle safety.
NO DAMAGE: The vehicle was not damaged.
Are processed if the estimated damage exceeds $500
Are released 3 months after the accident date due to State mandate
According to the National Safety Council, Injury Facts, 2001 edition, 11% of the 224 million registered vehicles in the U.S. were involved in an accident in 2000. Over 90% of these were considered minor or moderate.
CARFAX depends on public and private sources for its accident data. Each one of these sources has different processing times. CARFAX can only report what is in our database on 20.Aug.2004 12:39:30. New data will result in a change to this report.
Not all accidents are reported to the Police. Tell us if you know of other fender benders, accidents or damage.
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Truth-In-Mileage Check:
GOOD NEWS! No major odometer problems were ever reported by a DMV under the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783). If you find that any of the following odometer problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!
Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses an odometer rollover.
Odometer Rollback Check:
CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783). Rollbacks reported in this section originate from readings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.
Mileage Consistency Check:
CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history of this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783).
Date: Mileage:
07/31/1996 6
11/26/1997 16,000
01/10/2000 48,054
01/07/2001 62,479
12/11/2002 88,100
Average miles driven per year 13,739 CARFAX AdvisorTM Compare this vehicle's average annual mileage to the industry average of 15,000 miles per year. Use this comparison to determine how this vehicle was driven.
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GOOD NEWS! No manufacturer buyback was ever reported by a DMV for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783). If you find that a manufacturer buyback was reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!
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Ownership History:
CARFAX estimates that this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) had 2 owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supporting events to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with the U.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names or addresses.
Estimated Owners: Date: Location:
1st owner 08/08/1996 Florida
2nd owner 12/11/2002 Florida
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Types of Owners:
This 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) was checked for 8 types of registrations.
Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported
No Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported
No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported
No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards Record Reported
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CARFAX estimated the remaining original manufacturer warranty coverage for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783) using the date this report was generated (20.Aug.2004 12:39:30) and the last odometer reading reported to CARFAX. If you have a current odometer reading, you may recalculate the remaining warranty coverage.
Estimated start date of warranty: 07/15/1996
Last reading reported on 12/11/2002: 88,100 miles
Today's Date: August 20, 2004
Type of Coverage: Original Warranty: Estimated Remaining Coverage:
Basic 48 months or 50,000 miles Coverage expired
Drivetrain 48 months or 50,000 miles Coverage expired
Emissions 24 months or 24,000 miles Coverage expired
Corrosion 72 months or unlimited mileage Coverage expired
Transferable Transferable at no cost Same
Roadside Assistance 48 months or 50,000 miles Coverage expired
Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint No data reported to CARFAX
Specific Components 96 months or 80,000 miles Coverage expired
Notes: Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Corrosion coverage may require a once a year inspection. Models sold after 10/01/96 have 3 years or 36,000 miles schedules maintenance coverage.
CARFAX Warranty Check provides an estimate of this vehicle's remaining warranty coverage. It does not take into account some vehicle history events. For example, major accidents resulting in Salvage or Junk titles that may void the original manufacturer warranty or ownership transfers that may decrease warranty coverage. Complete warranty coverage information is available for this vehicle at the BMW web site.
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CARFAX searched more than 3 billion records from over 5,300 sources and found 16 record(s) for this 1997 BMW 528I AUTOMATIC (WBADD6324VBW05783).
Date:
Mileage Reading:
Source:
General Comments:
07/09/1996 US Customs
Vehicle exported from
Germany
and imported to
Charleston, SC
07/15/1996 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Registered as
personal vehicle
07/31/1996 6 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Title #71553685
Odometer reading reported for title
08/08/1996 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Title #71553685
Title issued
First owner reported
12/13/1996 Florida
Inspection Station
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Passed emissions inspection
11/26/1997 16,000 Florida
Inspection Station
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Passed emissions inspection
11/24/1998 Florida
Inspection Station
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Passed emissions inspection
01/10/2000 48,054 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Odometer reading reported for title
01/11/2000 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Title #0071553685
Title issued
01/07/2001 62,479 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Miami, FL
Odometer reading reported for title
02/15/2001 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Miami, FL
Title #0071553685
Title issued
Loan or lien reported
09/23/2001 Florida
Police Report
Case #605459280
Accident Reported
Involving a front impact
with another motor vehicle
12/11/2002 88,100 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hialeah, FL
Title #0071553685
Title issued
New owner reported
Loan or lien reported
03/25/2003 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hialeah, FL
Title #0071553685
Registration issued
Registered as
personal vehicle
Vehicle color noted as Green
04/01/2004 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hialeah, FL
Title #0071553685
Registration issued
Registered as
personal vehicle
Vehicle color noted as Green
08/06/2004 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hialeah, FL
Title #0071553685
Title issued
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Accident
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First Owner
When the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehicles as proof of ownership.
New Owner Reported
When a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to the new owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.
Personal Use
Vehicle was registered by the owner for private or personal use.
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Severe Damage: Odometer Problems: Lemon History:
Salvage/Junk
Rebuilt/Reconstructed
Dismantled
Fire/Flood/Hail
Canadian Total Loss
Exceeds Mechanical Limits
Not Actual Mileage
Manufacturer Buyback
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jarhed
08-21-2004, 12:43 PM
AWESOME!!!
Thanks so much! You didnt pay for this report did you?
Thanks so much! You didnt pay for this report did you?
pperelman
08-22-2004, 04:06 AM
Sometimes I can find ways around ...but only some times :)
jarhed
08-22-2004, 04:56 AM
You rock pperelman! Hey, I was thinking tossing some Bosch Platinum X4 plugs as well as the Vol-Synthese oil change and new air cleaner before I start out from Miami. Any other full synthetics you guys recommend for that particular engine?
Presley348
08-22-2004, 10:16 AM
You rock pperelman! Hey, I was thinking tossing some Bosch Platinum X4 plugs as well as the Vol-Synthese oil change and new air cleaner before I start out from Miami. Any other full synthetics you guys recommend for that particular engine?
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Hi jarhed:
I know you don't speed, but seriously you might want to carry along the new Escort Passport x50 (With new "POP" mode) radar detector, for you long trip back to California,
for some over aggressive police who tend to watch out for Bimmer drivers $$$, if radar/laser detectors are legal in the state you will be driving in, (but you might want to first check with Escort because they have a list of the states that allow their product at: http://www.escortinc.com/ (http://www.escortinc.com/)),
Have a safe and fun trip!
Presley348 :smokin:
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Hi jarhed:
I know you don't speed, but seriously you might want to carry along the new Escort Passport x50 (With new "POP" mode) radar detector, for you long trip back to California,
for some over aggressive police who tend to watch out for Bimmer drivers $$$, if radar/laser detectors are legal in the state you will be driving in, (but you might want to first check with Escort because they have a list of the states that allow their product at: http://www.escortinc.com/ (http://www.escortinc.com/)),
Have a safe and fun trip!
Presley348 :smokin:
jarhed
08-22-2004, 02:51 PM
hahaha!!! ;-)
Nah, I dont speed! (cough!! cough!!) But I've already been checking Ebay for detectors. Just wasnt sure which one to get. So, I'll assume the Escort Passport should cover me all the way across the country?
Nah, I dont speed! (cough!! cough!!) But I've already been checking Ebay for detectors. Just wasnt sure which one to get. So, I'll assume the Escort Passport should cover me all the way across the country?
jarhed
09-08-2004, 12:55 PM
Wow!!!
The drive from Miami to Pasadena, CA was absolutely wonderful! I highly recommend everyone take a road trip and view this beautiful country of ours from the highway! Just cant see it properly flying from city to city.
They picked me up at the airport and had changed the oil to full synthetic at my request (no charge). But they didnt know how to reset the oil service light. Drive went well (except for the evacuation traffic going up 95 from Miami to Jacksonville). The car performed PERFECTLY with the exception of the automatic AC setting. It shuts off the fan after a while and only comes back on when you shut down the car and restart. No problem, I just set it on manual fan and all is good.
The tires are almost all different, the right front started feathering by the time I got to Tucson. No biggie, I'll put some tires on it. The dent and ding in the left passenger door was estimated today at $525 to fix. There is a hose in the engine compartment that is all but torn from the connection. My garage says it's a "modulator". I think he's bull****** cause I've never heard of that and I know he wants the business. I'll fix it myself, thanks. I'll also tighten up the loose front end.
The leather is a mess, especially the drivers seat and the rear seat bottom. If I can manage to find a wrecked one, I'll grab the rear seat bottom from it. Anyone with a lead, please email me. Of course, the windshield wipers were a mess as I figured out when I hit a huge rainstorm in Biloxi Mississippi. Of course, Pep Boys doesnt have 24" replacements.
Overall, I'm VERY happy with this purchase and recommend Zimmerman Auto Brokers in Miami to ANYone looking for a used car at wholesale.
The drive from Miami to Pasadena, CA was absolutely wonderful! I highly recommend everyone take a road trip and view this beautiful country of ours from the highway! Just cant see it properly flying from city to city.
They picked me up at the airport and had changed the oil to full synthetic at my request (no charge). But they didnt know how to reset the oil service light. Drive went well (except for the evacuation traffic going up 95 from Miami to Jacksonville). The car performed PERFECTLY with the exception of the automatic AC setting. It shuts off the fan after a while and only comes back on when you shut down the car and restart. No problem, I just set it on manual fan and all is good.
The tires are almost all different, the right front started feathering by the time I got to Tucson. No biggie, I'll put some tires on it. The dent and ding in the left passenger door was estimated today at $525 to fix. There is a hose in the engine compartment that is all but torn from the connection. My garage says it's a "modulator". I think he's bull****** cause I've never heard of that and I know he wants the business. I'll fix it myself, thanks. I'll also tighten up the loose front end.
The leather is a mess, especially the drivers seat and the rear seat bottom. If I can manage to find a wrecked one, I'll grab the rear seat bottom from it. Anyone with a lead, please email me. Of course, the windshield wipers were a mess as I figured out when I hit a huge rainstorm in Biloxi Mississippi. Of course, Pep Boys doesnt have 24" replacements.
Overall, I'm VERY happy with this purchase and recommend Zimmerman Auto Brokers in Miami to ANYone looking for a used car at wholesale.
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