Buying advice- CPO 2011 35d 51k miles $33k

[EClayton08]

Last 7 on the vin is L661551

Does this seem like a good deal? Even though the CPO is only for another 2 years?

[jiggz]

Originally Posted by EClayton08

Last 7 on the vin is L661551

Does this seem like a good deal? Even though the CPO is only for another 2 years?

Seems high to me given the lack of packages & options - Sport & Convenience Packages only….and nothing else. Including the awful 2011 base audio (S645A). It's a later model 2011 diesel so it does have the LED coronas (6/7/2011 build date), but otherwise it's devoid of options.

[EClayton08]

Originally Posted by jiggz

Seems high to me given the lack of packages & options - Sport & Convenience Packages only….and nothing else. Including the awful 2011 base audio (S645A). It's a later model 2011 diesel so it does have the LED coronas (6/7/2011 build date), but otherwise it's devoid of options.

What other packages is it missing that I can look for in the future when I looked up the vin?

[socale39]

If you are willing to drop $33k and are patient you can definitely find a vehicle with more options. I've mentioned it to other people in the past but you really should test drive an X5 with sport seats vs one with multi-contoured seats. I personally find the sport seats uncomfortable so one of my primary requirements when looking was to have the better seats. Of course this option alone made my search all that more difficult but worth it.

A few other options to look out for include HUD (head up display), heated steering wheel, multi-contoured seats, active seats, ventilated seats, massaging driver seat, side view cameras, lane departure assist, 3rd row, rear climate control, leather dash/door panels, adaptive drive (very rare on 35d models), and I'm sure I'm missing a couple more.

[bmwx5er]

Originally Posted by EClayton08

Last 7 on the vin is L661551

Does this seem like a good deal? Even though the CPO is only for another 2 years?

Have you looked at this? 2012 cpo, 3rd row and active seats. Has been on the market for a few months now (price drop from $39k to $33.7k)
http://mobile.bmwroswell.com/detail-...-13486091.html

[EClayton08]

Originally Posted by bmwx5er

Have you looked at this? 2012 cpo, 3rd row and active seats. Has been on the market for a few months now (price drop from $39k to $33.7k)
http://mobile.bmwroswell.com/detail-...-13486091.html

I'm trying to find one with the 19 or 20" rims, I don't really care for the look of those 18s.

[jiggz]

Originally Posted by EClayton08

What other packages is it missing that I can look for in the future when I looked up the vin?

The packages and options list are nearly endless. This is a somewhat confusing site but it will help with all that was offered - http://www.autoblog.com/buy/2011-BMW-X5/options/

Packages -
Sport
Premium
Cold Weather
Technology
Premium Sound
Active Ventilated Seats (this would include both the Multi-Contour and massaging feature, plus ventilation of course. Massaging for driver only)
Rear Climate

Options -
HUD (standalone option in 2011, part of Technology package in 2012+)
Side view cameras (standalone option in 2011, part of Technology package in 2012+)
Front heated seats (also part of Cold Weather Package - became standard equipment in 2012+)
Rear heated seats (standalone option on 2011's, part of Cold Weather in 2012+)
Multi-Contour Seats (also part of Active Ventilated Seat Package)
3rd row seats
Leather dash
Adaptive drive
Rear seat entertainment
Lane departure warning
Comfort Access keyless entry
Satellite radio (also part of Premium Sound Package)
iPod/USB adapter (also part of Premium Sound Package)
Park distance control (also part of Technology Package)
Navigation (also part of Technology Package)
BMW Assist w/ Bluetooth (also part of Premium Package)

For 2012 models, the package configurations changed and more stuff became standard - http://www.bmwusanews.com/newsreleas...E88836?&id=908

Originally Posted by EClayton08

I'm trying to find one with the 19 or 20" rims, I don't really care for the look of those 18s.

I think you need to find one with the Sport Package. I don't know the diesel trims like I do the gas models - for instance on the 35i there's a base, premium, Sport, & M Sport. Base had 18's, Premium 19's, & Sport/M Sport 19's with optional 20's. For the diesel it looks like just the standard/base model with 18's, or the Sport Activity model, which would have 19's standard, optional 20's I believe. Again, not 100% up to speed on the 35d trims and which wheels came with them.

[jplatt83]

Originally Posted by jiggz

The packages and options list are nearly endless. This is a somewhat confusing site but it will help with all that was offered - http://www.autoblog.com/buy/2011-BMW-X5/options/

Packages -
Sport
Premium
Cold Weather
Technology
Premium Sound
Active Ventilated Seats (this would include both the Multi-Contour and massaging feature, plus ventilation of course. Massaging for driver only)
Rear Climate

Options -
HUD (standalone option in 2011, part of Technology package in 2012+)
Side view cameras (standalone option in 2011, part of Technology package in 2012+)
Front heated seats (also part of Cold Weather Package - became standard equipment in 2012+)
Rear heated seats (standalone option on 2011's, part of Cold Weather in 2012+)
Multi-Contour Seats (also part of Active Ventilated Seat Package)
3rd row seats
Leather dash
Adaptive drive
Rear seat entertainment
Lane departure warning
Comfort Access keyless entry
Satellite radio (also part of Premium Sound Package)
iPod/USB adapter (also part of Premium Sound Package)
Park distance control (also part of Technology Package)
Navigation (also part of Technology Package)
BMW Assist w/ Bluetooth (also part of Premium Package)

For 2012 models, the package configurations changed and more stuff became standard - http://www.bmwusanews.com/newsreleas...E88836?&id=908




I think you need to find one with the Sport Package. I don't know the diesel trims like I do the gas models - for instance on the 35i there's a base, premium, Sport, & M Sport. Base had 18's, Premium 19's, & Sport/M Sport 19's with optional 20's. For the diesel it looks like just the standard/base model with 18's, or the Sport Activity model, which would have 19's standard, optional 20's I believe. Again, not 100% up to speed on the 35d trims and which wheels came with them.

I have a 2011 35d, sapphire black with the cinnamon brown leather interior. Looks stunning. Came pretty loaded in my opinion.

Packages -
Sport (19 inch 336 wheels) upgraded to 20inch 214's.
Premium
Tech
Premium Sound
Rear climate

Options
HUD
Side view cameras
Multi-Contour Seats
Lane departure warning
Comfort Access keyless entry
Satellite radio
iPod/USB adapter
Park distance control
Navigation
BMW Assist w/ Bluetooth
Upgraded headliner
Panoramic sunroof
Upgraded leather steering wheel
Roof rails
Running boards

Got it for 28,977 plus 3 year extended warranty so out the door for 33K.

Very happy with her.

[EClayton08]

Originally Posted by jplatt83

I have a 2011 35d, sapphire black with the cinnamon brown leather interior. Looks stunning. Came pretty loaded in my opinion.

Packages -
Sport (19 inch 336 wheels) upgraded to 20inch 214's.
Premium
Tech
Premium Sound
Rear climate

Options
HUD
Side view cameras
Multi-Contour Seats
Lane departure warning
Comfort Access keyless entry
Satellite radio
iPod/USB adapter
Park distance control
Navigation
BMW Assist w/ Bluetooth
Upgraded headliner
Panoramic sunroof
Upgraded leather steering wheel
Roof rails
Running boards

Got it for 28,977 plus 3 year extended warranty so out the door for 33K.

Very happy with her.

Mind that I ask where you got that deal? Was it CPO through a dealer or did you buy the warranty from a 3rd market? Sounds like you got a great deal!

[jplatt83]

Originally Posted by EClayton08

Mind that I ask where you got that deal? Was it CPO through a dealer or did you buy the warranty from a 3rd market? Sounds like you got a great deal!

I got it from Lucky Motors in Villa Park, IL. They get a lot of there inventory from auctions in Florida. It was not a CPO, i bought the ex. warranty from the used lot dealership. I haggled the asking price down $700.

[EClayton08]

Any thoughts on this? http://www.cargurus.com/Cars/invento...ting=120507174

Figure I could try to lowball with a 30K offer since it's been on the market for a few weeks and buy an extended warranty through route 66?

[jiggz]

Originally Posted by EClayton08

Any thoughts on this? http://www.cargurus.com/Cars/invento...ting=120507174

Figure I could try to lowball with a 30K offer since it's been on the market for a few weeks and buy an extended warranty through route 66?

It's certainly better optioned than the 1st one you posted - this one adds Technology and Premium Sound packages, plus the multi-contour seats which are pretty much a must-have.

Color is Black Sapphire Metallic BTW, not Carbon Black as the ad mentions (Carbon is only available w/ the M Sport Package or X5M).

Try for 30K - it is a 2012 so will command more $ than an '11, but miles are high for a late 2012 build like this one (build date 9/10/2012 - hasn't even been on the road 3 years yet).

Keep us posted

[bmwx5er]

Here's a super loaded 2012 diesel with CPO for $40K (PAX5 posted in the other forum):
http://www.motorwerksbmwbarrington.c...zw0c51cl673104

has AD, 3rd row, active seats, cold weather, hi-tech pkg, LDW, rear entertainment. I'd bought this in a heart beat if it was available last November.

[EClayton08]

Originally Posted by jiggz

It's certainly better optioned than the 1st one you posted - this one adds Technology and Premium Sound packages, plus the multi-contour seats which are pretty much a must-have.

Color is Black Sapphire Metallic BTW, not Carbon Black as the ad mentions (Carbon is only available w/ the M Sport Package or X5M).

Try for 30K - it is a 2012 so will command more $ than an '11, but miles are high for a late 2012 build like this one (build date 9/10/2012 - hasn't even been on the road 3 years yet).

Keep us posted

What options is it missing? I figure AD but I don't necessarily need that, any BMW is an upgrade from a 4Runner.

[jiggz]

Originally Posted by EClayton08

What options is it missing? I figure AD but I don't necessarily need that, any BMW is an upgrade from a 4Runner.

I listed most or all of the packages/options above in post #7. Keep in mind very few of these vehicles will come with nearly every option - some more loaded than others but some of the options available you rarely ever see.

Missing packages -
Cold Weather (no so heated steering wheel, heated rear seats - front heat seating is standard on 2012+, & no headlight washers)
Active Ventilated Seat (it has the multi-contour seats - they're just not ventilated, and not 'active' which is the massaging feature on the driver's seat)

Missing options -
Adaptive drive
Leather dashboard
Lane departure warning
Active cruise
Rear seat entertainment
3rd row seating
20 inch wheels
BMW Apps

Other than 20 inch wheels (easy fo find on the forums) and BMW Apps (which I believe can be coded?) most of the missing options aren't that common anyways. Coming from a 4 Runner, this one likely has all you'll need...

[P1]

You'll need to make a decision which options are a "must have" and which are just toys. I have a bunch of "toys" on mine which are fun to show your friends, but that I don't use 90% of the time.

[jiggz]

Originally Posted by P1et

You'll need to make a decision which options are a "must have" and which are just toys. I have a bunch of "toys" on mine which are fun to show your friends, but that I don't use 90% of the time.

Good post - agree completely.

[EClayton08]

Originally Posted by jiggz

It's certainly better optioned than the 1st one you posted - this one adds Technology and Premium Sound packages, plus the multi-contour seats which are pretty much a must-have.

Color is Black Sapphire Metallic BTW, not Carbon Black as the ad mentions (Carbon is only available w/ the M Sport Package or X5M).

Try for 30K - it is a 2012 so will command more $ than an '11, but miles are high for a late 2012 build like this one (build date 9/10/2012 - hasn't even been on the road 3 years yet).

Keep us posted

Apparently they are a no haggle dealer, so I figure I can wait it out and see if I can find a better deal later unless they want to give me top dollar on my 4Runner.

[EClayton08]

Originally Posted by EClayton08

Apparently they are a no haggle dealer, so I figure I can wait it out and see if I can find a better deal later unless they want to give me top dollar on my 4Runner.

So much for them not wanting to haggle last Saturday, they dropped the price to $31k today, seems like a pretty good deal. May jump on it.

[EClayton08]

Originally Posted by P1et

You'll need to make a decision which options are a "must have" and which are just toys. I have a bunch of "toys" on mine which are fun to show your friends, but that I don't use 90% of the time.

Still on the lookout for the right one but this post is actually quite helpful. I thought I needed the multi-contour seats, heated steering wheel, HUD but I could be perfectly fine without them. So I've changed my requirements to mainly 20" rims and others would be a bonus.

Also is there a 125K aftermarket extended warranty available?