Got-Boost? Posted September 2, 2014 Report Share Posted September 2, 2014 I'm guessing the budget is 15k based on the cars chosen ^^^ That's just the initial buy in, the cars he's looking at could cost him a LOT more in repairs and upkeep. If he can't afford more, I'm guessing he can't afford a $4k-5k repair bill either. So depending on his budget, no chance I'd buy a used 5-series with 70k+ miles outside of warranty....nope! I'd recommend a car that's 5 or 10-years newer and less cost in overall ownership. Like a Passat, Camry, Accord, TSX, etc... Now if he's paying cash for the car and can do all the maintenance, repairs, etc. himself then by all means find a clean 5-series, A4, whatever... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted September 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2014 I can do all maintenance and repairs myself in my garage. This isn't my first BMW I've owned. And yes 15k is my budget. Thanks for the concern though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted September 2, 2014 Report Share Posted September 2, 2014 I'd recommend a car that's 5 or 10-years newer and less cost in overall ownership. Like a Passat, Camry, Accord, TSX, etc... :lolguy: *Never again crew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got-Boost? Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 :lolguy: *Never again crew. Details? Don't tell me you bought a used Passat that had issues? :gabe: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 I am a little biased, but I would recommend the lowest mileage 4 Runner you can afford and drive it for the rest of your life if you wish. Plenty of kid space...and the rear windows roll down for the pup. Downside may be the truck ride if you are not into that....and mpgs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted September 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Owned on before. Great dailys but not for the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Karacho1647545492 Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Buick Roadmaster Estate, put all the money you saved into making it faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Guy at my old work had a Ridgeline and LOVED it. Always told me he would keep it until the wheels fell off. That being said, if you can swing the BMW I'd do that, but if you are okay with sacrificing some things, Ridgeline all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigOxley Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Another for ridgeline. All of the owners I talk to absolutely love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 BMW wagon tomorrow it is! where are the pics! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted September 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Haven't had time to go get it. Work and a sick newborn that required doctor visits coming soon though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeyondAddiction Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 I vote for Ridgeline as well. I'm actually selling an '03 540i and as beautiful, luxurious, and fun as they are, I will never own a newer'ish (2000+) BMW again that is out of warranty. At least as my primary transportation. Even though you can fix it yourself, you DO NOT want it as your Daily Driver. You will almost ALWAYS have something to fix on it. I thought the exact same thing and always had to work on it. I already have a '95 M3 that is a project car for fun. I didn't need a daily driver that was a project as well. Just because you can afford it and can work on it yourself, doesn't mean you should. So if you still have the chance, I recommend rethinking it. Otherwise you will be spending your time fixing it rather than spending time with your new family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted September 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2014 5 series was junk. Back to the drawing board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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