Author Topic: valuator's 2012 128i (Read 17015 times)

2JDM · « **Reply #60 on:** July 30, 2021, 10:46:08 pm »

Quote from: valuator on July 30, 2021, 02:27:22 pm

Just to update this thread, we are checking out a local 128 convertible next week that is owned by a business acquaintance. He wants what I would consider to be top dollar for it, but it's a one owner car with full maintenance history and new tires, so I'm prepared to get a deal done if it's in as good condition as he claims.

I got a coupe, 2012, 141 km. Mine suffered from:

Misfire: Ignition coils and plugs
Oil leak: Valve cover gasket
Oil leak: Oil pan gasket. Not solved yet
Headlight failure: Headlight assembly
Foglight failure: Fog light assembly
Starter noise: Starter? Not solved yet
Fuel leak: Fuel pump leak
Rear noise: Both rear shocks replaced
Front shock leak: Both front shocks replaced
Ground strap
Serpentine belt and tensioner
Blower motor

valuator · « **Reply #61 on:** August 03, 2021, 02:18:08 pm »

It's a 2011 with 170,000km. Asking $16k.

I had a 2008 128i coupe followed by a 2011 328xi, so have plenty of miles and experience with the N52. (+/- 250,000km across the two vehicles)

1FGC, that looks about par for the course! I have a good import indy to do a PPI and maintenance going forward.

Shorlaw · « **Reply #62 on:** August 03, 2021, 02:44:50 pm »

I have no idea if that’s a good price or not, but to me it’s a great choice. May cost more to maintain, but as long as it isn’t break you kind of money, I’d way rather pump a little extra into that over a regular mustang. Kind of quirky, but in a really appealing way!

valuator · « **Reply #63 on:** November 08, 2021, 02:07:03 pm »

At long last, I'm close to buying something. Handshake deal pending a PPI tomorrow. Hopefully I can do a show and shine later this week!

Bubba · « **Reply #64 on:** November 08, 2021, 02:07:42 pm »

Quote from: valuator on November 08, 2021, 02:07:03 pm

At long last, I'm close to buying something. Handshake deal pending a PPI tomorrow. Hopefully I can do a show and shine later this week!

Firm · « **Reply #65 on:** November 08, 2021, 02:14:38 pm »

Awesome! get that S&S up, lol.

Failing this deal....I have an SLK for you

valuator · « **Reply #66 on:** November 08, 2021, 02:18:31 pm »

I'll spill the beans a little, it's not a convertible. This car is for me. Mrs v still wants a convertible but is insanely picky and I'm not holding my breath she will find something she's happy with in her price range. Anyway, the deal is I can buy this for myself....but she will take it any day I've left it home in favour of the Pilot. And she can continue her convertible search. Now that I've thought about it, the purchase isn't actually a resolution to this buying thread

Arthur Dent · « **Reply #67 on:** November 08, 2021, 03:34:00 pm »

Nice. The more cars the better.

valuator · « **Reply #68 on:** November 09, 2021, 02:39:54 pm »

One step closer today. PPI was A-OK, closing the deal tomorrow. I'll post some terrible phone pics as soon as it's home.

Blueprint · « **Reply #69 on:** November 09, 2021, 02:47:24 pm »

So it has to be a toy, but one with a roof, and not at P-Car budgets I would guess.

Since Mrs V will drive it, it has two pedals.

And given the history in this thread, I'd venture towards a bimmer coupe (128, 135 or 3/4 Series depending on $), or a fixed-roof Mustang.

valuator · « **Reply #70 on:** November 09, 2021, 07:24:12 pm »

It’s a 2012 with 41,347km.

ArticSteve · « **Reply #71 on:** November 10, 2021, 12:56:19 am »

Just has to be ...

Bubba · « **Reply #72 on:** November 10, 2021, 07:39:23 am »

Quote from: valuator on November 09, 2021, 07:24:12 pm

It’s a 2012 with 41,347km.

If you said a 2013 with 41k, I'd say you stole my Corolla.

valuator · « **Reply #73 on:** November 10, 2021, 07:42:21 am »

Quote from: ArticSteve on November 10, 2021, 12:56:19 am

Just has to be ...

No, but I would fit right in with the guys in my neighbourhood. Around 7-8pm, they lift up the garage doors, light up some cigars, and look at their automatic Corvettes. Funny I never see them being driven!

Blueprint · « **Reply #74 on:** November 10, 2021, 08:15:44 am »

Quote from: Bubba on November 10, 2021, 07:39:23 am

Quote from: valuator on November 09, 2021, 07:24:12 pm
It’s a 2012 with 41,347km.

If you said a 2013 with 41k, I'd say you stole my Corolla.

Blueprint · « **Reply #75 on:** November 10, 2021, 08:21:34 am »

Quote from: valuator on November 09, 2021, 07:24:12 pm

It’s a 2012 with 41,347km.

Nothing comes up on Trader or kijiji with these specs in your area...I tried

valuator · « **Reply #76 on:** November 10, 2021, 11:34:37 am »

It’s pouring rain right now, but since I just took possession I’ll post one of the vendor’s photos. 2012 128i, auto, cold weather and premium packages. Deep Sea Blue Metallic on Boston Oyster leather. Pretty happy with it!

valuator · « **Reply #77 on:** November 10, 2021, 11:37:47 am »

Quote from: Blueprint on November 09, 2021, 02:47:24 pm

So it has to be a toy, but one with a roof, and not at P-Car budgets I would guess.

Since Mrs V will drive it, it has two pedals.

And given the history in this thread, I'd venture towards a bimmer coupe (128, 135 or 3/4 Series depending on $), or a fixed-roof Mustang.

Pretty good guess!

Bubba · « **Reply #78 on:** November 10, 2021, 11:39:45 am »

Quote from: valuator on November 10, 2021, 11:34:37 am

It’s pouring rain right now, but since I just took possession I’ll post one of the vendor’s photos. 2012 128i, auto, cold weather and premium packages. Deep Sea Blue Metallic on Boston Oyster leather. Pretty happy with it!

You should be, it's a great car. Love the colour.

Arthur Dent · « **Reply #79 on:** November 10, 2021, 11:40:32 am »

Looks very nice. Congrats.