Found my car!
08-11-2009, 01:05 PM
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Found my car!
After searching long and hard over the past 5 months and countless advice from you guys, I finally purchased my E55. It is a 2001 black on black with navigation. I paid $17,250 from a dealer in San Diego. It is a local one owner car and has only 30,000 miles. I'm really excited, although I would have preferred to pay a bit less, but I guess the price is worth it based on the mileage and condition.
I have a couple immediate things that need to be done (front brakes and tires), but otherwise the car is cherry and what you would expect from a 30k mile car. I had the car inspected at South Bay Autohaus and would highly recommend them for anyone buying in San Diego.
The car is completely different than my old BMW 335. While the 335 had a huge jump when the turbo kicked in, the E55 is flat across the entire range and pulls like a train. Freeway driving will never be the same!
Thanks again to everyone who helped out in the search. Pictures to follow soon!
Brian
I have a couple immediate things that need to be done (front brakes and tires), but otherwise the car is cherry and what you would expect from a 30k mile car. I had the car inspected at South Bay Autohaus and would highly recommend them for anyone buying in San Diego.
The car is completely different than my old BMW 335. While the 335 had a huge jump when the turbo kicked in, the E55 is flat across the entire range and pulls like a train. Freeway driving will never be the same!
Thanks again to everyone who helped out in the search. Pictures to follow soon!
Brian
08-11-2009, 01:51 PM
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Congrats!!! But we have to see pics
Front brakes are expensive...and don't get anything cheap or you'll regret it. Nothing is better then stock except maybe the really expensive brembo big brake kit.
Oem are usually $500.
Front brakes are expensive...and don't get anything cheap or you'll regret it. Nothing is better then stock except maybe the really expensive brembo big brake kit.
Oem are usually $500.
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08-11-2009, 02:06 PM
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Thanks for the heads up. I've been looking around for the rotors, and the cheapest online site I could find is mbpartswarehouse.com. Do you know of any other good sources?
08-11-2009, 03:29 PM
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Thanks! I'm going to get straight to the mods as well. I figure that since I'm getting new rubber all around, I might as well get the car lowered.
I'm going to go with the Eibach Pro springs (#1 pads) and Bilstein Sport shocks. Does anyone have an online source to buy them or a good shop in the LA area for the installation?
I'm going to go with the Eibach Pro springs (#1 pads) and Bilstein Sport shocks. Does anyone have an online source to buy them or a good shop in the LA area for the installation?
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After searching long and hard over the past 5 months and countless advice from you guys, I finally purchased my E55. It is a 2001 black on black with navigation. I paid $17,250 from a dealer in San Diego. It is a local one owner car and has only 30,000 miles. I'm really excited, although I would have preferred to pay a bit less, but I guess the price is worth it based on the mileage and condition.
I have a couple immediate things that need to be done (front brakes and tires), but otherwise the car is cherry and what you would expect from a 30k mile car. I had the car inspected at South Bay Autohaus and would highly recommend them for anyone buying in San Diego.
The car is completely different than my old BMW 335. While the 335 had a huge jump when the turbo kicked in, the E55 is flat across the entire range and pulls like a train. Freeway driving will never be the same!
Thanks again to everyone who helped out in the search. Pictures to follow soon!
Brian
I have a couple immediate things that need to be done (front brakes and tires), but otherwise the car is cherry and what you would expect from a 30k mile car. I had the car inspected at South Bay Autohaus and would highly recommend them for anyone buying in San Diego.
The car is completely different than my old BMW 335. While the 335 had a huge jump when the turbo kicked in, the E55 is flat across the entire range and pulls like a train. Freeway driving will never be the same!
Thanks again to everyone who helped out in the search. Pictures to follow soon!
Brian
Congrats on the car, I too will be looking for one.
08-11-2009, 11:59 PM
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Thanks! I'm going to get straight to the mods as well. I figure that since I'm getting new rubber all around, I might as well get the car lowered.
I'm going to go with the Eibach Pro springs (#1 pads) and Bilstein Sport shocks. Does anyone have an online source to buy them or a good shop in the LA area for the installation?
I'm going to go with the Eibach Pro springs (#1 pads) and Bilstein Sport shocks. Does anyone have an online source to buy them or a good shop in the LA area for the installation?
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08-12-2009, 12:01 AM
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After searching long and hard over the past 5 months and countless advice from you guys, I finally purchased my E55. It is a 2001 black on black with navigation. I paid $17,250 from a dealer in San Diego. It is a local one owner car and has only 30,000 miles. I'm really excited, although I would have preferred to pay a bit less, but I guess the price is worth it based on the mileage and condition.
Post pics of your black beast when you get a chance
08-12-2009, 01:02 AM
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Thanks guys! I'll get up some pictures soon.
Ramon, I'm in the Pasadena area. I'm also looking for a dealership or indy that knows how to work with 3rd party warranty companies. I ended up purchasing a warranty, but am told that some warranty companies are difficult to deal with, unless the service tech or mechanic knows how to classify the problem (i.e. mechanical breakdown), which helps facilitate replacement. If anyone has suggestions in the LA area, I'd appreciate it.
Also, we should try and get an E55 meet and greet together, both for 210s and 211s. Would be nice to get everyone out before the summer ends.
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Ramon, I'm in the Pasadena area. I'm also looking for a dealership or indy that knows how to work with 3rd party warranty companies. I ended up purchasing a warranty, but am told that some warranty companies are difficult to deal with, unless the service tech or mechanic knows how to classify the problem (i.e. mechanical breakdown), which helps facilitate replacement. If anyone has suggestions in the LA area, I'd appreciate it.
Also, we should try and get an E55 meet and greet together, both for 210s and 211s. Would be nice to get everyone out before the summer ends.
Brian
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08-12-2009, 01:03 AM
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And kiamcoj, the Southbay Autohaus I mentioned is indeed in San Diego, Chula Vista to be exact. They were very helpful and knowledgeable. And thanks for the heads up on your buddy's shop in Inglewood.
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I'm willing to travel for a good service adviser that knows the process for getting repairs approved. Do you know of a particular adviser there who knows how to handle these warranty companies?
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08-14-2009, 02:41 AM
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Thanks guys. I'm traveling the next few weeks, but maybe we can set something up late September or October and make it a fall meet. I've read in past threads that there were Rose Bowl meets. Perhaps we can get that going again or meet somewhere on the westside.
As for the pictures, I just got the windows tinted yesterday, so I'll try to get some up before I leave town.
As for the pictures, I just got the windows tinted yesterday, so I'll try to get some up before I leave town.
08-14-2009, 02:48 AM
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And also, do you guys think the price I paid was fair? I felt as if I paid a bit of a premium, but it's hard to say because there are so few 2001's with that low mileage. Any thoughts?
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