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Originally posted by 125shifter
I'm probably going to buy the wife a new 325i to replace her 323i in the next few months. When I spec'd out the 325 the way she want's (OK the way I want it) it was about $39K compared to $42K for a similar equipped 330. I don't see any difference except for the engine, brake size, and maybe tranny ratios. She's happy with the power and fuel economy of the 323 so I don't see the need for a 330. Actually she'd rather a have smaller engine than the 3.0 in the 325 so the fuel economy would be better.

Any tips on how to negotiate with BMW. I'd like to know what you paid too, if you don't mind so I have some idea what to shoot for. A PM would be great.
330 has xenon lights, 17" wheels, premium interior, premium sound, 55 more hp and crisper suspension. But you can get into a well equipped 325i for around 35k.

I used the managers aggressive sales tactics as a way to get leverage over them, then I went to another BMW dealer and got there lowest offer, then went back to the original dealer and made them beat it.

About 3 days worth of battling but I got a $42,840 stickered car for $37,050. Pretty fair deal for a loaded 330.
Old 06-28-2006, 09:56 AM
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