BMW 323is Help

[Guest killakwin]

So, my girlfriend is going to look at a 1999 323is tonight and she wants me to go and talk money and look at the car for general problems it might have. However, I know almost nothing about cars. What are the key things I should look for and does anyone know of any specific problems with these models?

[Nate1647545505]

Originally posted by IgNoReNt1:

So, my girlfriend is going to look at a 1999 323is tonight and she wants me to go and talk money and look at the car for general problems it might have. However, I know almost nothing about cars. What are the key things I should look for and does anyone know of any specific problems with these models?

Take it to MAG for an inspection, BMW has teired inspection levels, the basic I think, is still 99$, but it goes along way when putting down xx,xxx.

[DeathSandwich]

make sure to check the headlight fluid and apex seals tongue.gif

[Akula]

Call BMW customer Relations 1-800-831-1117 with the vin, they can tell you if the car has any recalls and every option/color bla bla bla. You can ask how many ROs (repair orders) are on the car but they probably wont tell you.

[tandm]

Don't forget to check the muffler bearings smile.gif

[Tinman]

Originally posted by 00 T/A:

Don't forget to check the muffler bearings smile.gif

You'll need a left handed screwdriver for that

[DeathSandwich]

Originally posted by Tinman:

You'll need a left handed screwdriver for that

but before you start anything... go to NAPA and get plenty of 'elbow grease'

[Lustalbert]

Dont forget to ask if the flux in the capacitor was changed regularly.