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NO LONGER WANTED e89 i6 preferred

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Post by t90ark » Tue Oct 04, 2022 9:34 pm

Hi all

Looking to get back into an e89 as an occasional car, my X5 will do most of the heavy lifting. Budget £11k ish perhaps a little more. For my budget im not expecting an msport and it doesn't need to be tbh - I'm getting a bit old for the harshness, lol. Would prefer 23i or 30i... probably 30i if there is one but they're sparse at the moment. Not white (had white before and although i like a white e89 - the boss say it has to be different) or red and not keen on black (the X5 is black - enough said!).... so not too demanding :rofl: Obviously, with as few miles as I can get into.

If anybody happens upon anything, I'd appreciate a nod although I'm not desperate and can wait.

Thanks for looking, Ade
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2014 F15 X5 30d Msport in Sapphire Black
2010 E89 SE sdrive 30i auto in Sapphire Black
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2016 4 series 430d Gran Coupe in Carbon Black (lovely car, just not right for me)
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Post by Nictrix » Tue Oct 04, 2022 9:42 pm

Just in case you dont know, there is no M model in the E89 lineup.
The models are SE or Msport.
The biggest differences between these 2 models are suspension, front and rear bumpers, seats, steering wheel, gearstick and a few other less noticeable things like door sill plates and badges.
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Post by t90ark » Tue Oct 04, 2022 9:47 pm

Nictrix wrote: ↑Tue Oct 04, 2022 9:42 pm Just in case you dont know, there is no M model in the E89 lineup.
The models are SE or Msport.
The biggest differences between these 2 models are suspension, front and rear bumpers, seats, steering wheel, gearstick and a few other less noticeable things like door sill plates and badges.
Yeah, I know. I was meaning msport :thumbsup:

I'll update it.
Current:
2014 F15 X5 30d Msport in Sapphire Black
2010 E89 SE sdrive 30i auto in Sapphire Black
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2016 4 series 430d Gran Coupe in Carbon Black (lovely car, just not right for me)
2009 E89 SE sdrive 30i in Alpine White
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Post by Mr Tidy » Tue Oct 04, 2022 10:45 pm

t90ark wrote: ↑Tue Oct 04, 2022 9:47 pm
Yeah, I know. I was meaning msport :thumbsup:

I'll update it.
To be honest I'd be looking for an M-Sport if possible just for the seats.

Anyway good luck finding the right one. :thumbsup:
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Post by t90ark » Tue Oct 04, 2022 10:53 pm

Mr Tidy wrote: ↑Tue Oct 04, 2022 10:45 pm
t90ark wrote: ↑Tue Oct 04, 2022 9:47 pm
Yeah, I know. I was meaning msport :thumbsup:

I'll update it.
To be honest I'd be looking for an M-Sport if possible just for the seats.

Anyway good luck finding the right one. :thumbsup:
I might be wrong but don't think I'll get into an msport with my budget. We'll see, though.

What's the deal with wheels, too? One reason for shying away from msport before was because of cracking wheels. Is it all wheel styles that crack or mainly 326?
Current:
2014 F15 X5 30d Msport in Sapphire Black
2010 E89 SE sdrive 30i auto in Sapphire Black
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2016 4 series 430d Gran Coupe in Carbon Black (lovely car, just not right for me)
2009 E89 SE sdrive 30i in Alpine White
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Post by Zed Baron » Tue Oct 04, 2022 10:57 pm

Not all SE cars have standard seats you have to look individually at each car. I have a SE and it had more extras than any of the Msports I looked at.
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Post by t90ark » Tue Oct 04, 2022 11:01 pm

Zed Baron wrote: ↑Tue Oct 04, 2022 10:57 pm Not all SE cars have standard seats you have to look individually at each car. I have a SE and it had more extras than any of the Msports I looked at.
To be fair, the SE I had had sports seats now I think about it. Not much else though :D
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2014 F15 X5 30d Msport in Sapphire Black
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Post by MikeyH » Tue Oct 04, 2022 11:10 pm

There’s a 3.0 e89 in the for sales at the moment in DSB, manual. Looks nice. Has 18” wheels.
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Post by Zed Baron » Tue Oct 04, 2022 11:18 pm

From what I understand all large alloys are prone to cracking. The major factor seems to be whether the car has runflat tyres. I've got 326s on mine without any problems. 326s are probably the most popular alloys for the E89 so you probably are going to see more of them damaged. 296's were also highlighted but I've also seen other large bmw alloys with the same problem. I believe that the G29 doesn't have runflats surprise surprise.
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Post by t90ark » Tue Oct 04, 2022 11:38 pm

MikeyH wrote: ↑Tue Oct 04, 2022 11:10 pm There’s a 3.0 e89 in the for sales at the moment in DSB, manual. Looks nice. Has 18” wheels.
Yeah, I' m aware of that one. :thumbsup:
Current:
2014 F15 X5 30d Msport in Sapphire Black
2010 E89 SE sdrive 30i auto in Sapphire Black
Previous:
2016 4 series 430d Gran Coupe in Carbon Black (lovely car, just not right for me)
2009 E89 SE sdrive 30i in Alpine White
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Post by t90ark » Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:16 pm

This one could be worth a look. Anybody know the dealer?

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details ... obcid=soc3
Current:
2014 F15 X5 30d Msport in Sapphire Black
2010 E89 SE sdrive 30i auto in Sapphire Black
Previous:
2016 4 series 430d Gran Coupe in Carbon Black (lovely car, just not right for me)
2009 E89 SE sdrive 30i in Alpine White
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Post by t90ark » Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:32 pm

t90ark wrote: ↑Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:16 pm This one could be worth a look. Anybody know the dealer?

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details ... obcid=soc3
6 previous owners and independent service history.
Current:
2014 F15 X5 30d Msport in Sapphire Black
2010 E89 SE sdrive 30i auto in Sapphire Black
Previous:
2016 4 series 430d Gran Coupe in Carbon Black (lovely car, just not right for me)
2009 E89 SE sdrive 30i in Alpine White
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Post by True-Blue » Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:41 pm

t90ark wrote: ↑Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:32 pm
t90ark wrote: ↑Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:16 pm This one could be worth a look. Anybody know the dealer?

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details ... obcid=soc3
6 previous owners and independent service history.
A few people on the forum have bought from this dealer (E85/E86) and his cars are usually good quality and well presented. I believe he’s not very flexible on price. Car doesn’t have iDrive, not sure what else it has.

I think he’s a relatively trust worthy dealer :thumbsup:
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Post by Pondrew » Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:47 pm

True-Blue wrote: ↑Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:41 pm I think he’s a relatively trust worthy dealer :thumbsup:
Law of averages says there has to be one, somewhere. :)
All good things come to those who wait. I'm really impatient which explains a lot.

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Post by t90ark » Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:54 pm

True-Blue wrote: ↑Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:41 pm
t90ark wrote: ↑Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:32 pm
t90ark wrote: ↑Wed Oct 05, 2022 12:16 pm This one could be worth a look. Anybody know the dealer?

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details ... obcid=soc3
6 previous owners and independent service history.
A few people on the forum have bought from this dealer (E85/E86) and his cars are usually good quality and well presented. I believe he’s not very flexible on price. Car doesn’t have iDrive, not sure what else it has.

I think he’s a relatively trust worthy dealer :thumbsup:
Thanks.

I sent you a PM yesterday. Did you receive it?

I only ask because I can't see it in my sent messages.
Current:
2014 F15 X5 30d Msport in Sapphire Black
2010 E89 SE sdrive 30i auto in Sapphire Black
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2016 4 series 430d Gran Coupe in Carbon Black (lovely car, just not right for me)
2009 E89 SE sdrive 30i in Alpine White
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