Input on 2016 X3 35i

The Bavarian · 06-09-2017, 05:45 PM

The family is looking to add an X3 to the stable. We love our 335i but need a 4 wheel drive for when we actually get snow in Colorado...

I'm looking for some help on what to watch out for with the X3 35i. This will be a long distance purchase from a dealer. My wife will test drive while on a business trip next week. With only 15K miles we are feeling good about the year/miles/price point. But are there some things we need to look into before we get too far down this path.

Much appreciated for any help you can provide.
Regards -
Richard

alpwhite46 · 06-09-2017, 07:12 PM

Some usual points.

1. Make sure its a clean title
2. Lots of them will have scratches on the centre console and the screen (i think every x3 i saw had these... but just so you are aware)
3. If she is on a business trip there really isn't much else to know unless she takes it to a mechanic?

Scout10 · 06-09-2017, 10:01 PM

An extended warranty on a used vehicle is a good consideration, and this is still
within the window of opportunity. Plans on keeping it long?

The Bavarian · 06-10-2017, 02:23 PM

Our plan is to keep it for about 10 years... so yes. Looking at the extended warranties.
It obviously still has the factory warranty intact, so we have that for a few more years.

Not sure about a maintenance plan. My 335i had almost 2 years of that plan left, which was great.

Thanks for the note about scratches on the screen. We'll take a look.

96_Impreza · 06-10-2017, 03:47 PM

Enter VIN in: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls
Ask dealer for free Carfax report.
Check Consumer Reports reiiability.
Arrange a professional pre-purchase inspection.

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The Bavarian Private 5 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2011 335i e90 M-Sport, AT, PPK Join Date: May 2015 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	Input on 2016 X3 35i The family is looking to add an X3 to the stable. We love our 335i but need a 4 wheel drive for when we actually get snow in Colorado... I'm looking for some help on what to watch out for with the X3 35i. This will be a long distance purchase from a dealer. My wife will test drive while on a business trip next week. With only 15K miles we are feeling good about the year/miles/price point. But are there some things we need to look into before we get too far down this path. Much appreciated for any help you can provide. Regards - Richard
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alpwhite46 First Lieutenant 90 Rep 396 Posts Drives: 2013 X3 35i Mpkg Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Some usual points. 1. Make sure its a clean title 2. Lots of them will have scratches on the centre console and the screen (i think every x3 i saw had these... but just so you are aware) 3. If she is on a business trip there really isn't much else to know unless she takes it to a mechanic?
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Scout10 Second Lieutenant 86 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 2017 BMW X3 X28i Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: S.W. Michigan (stalag michigan) iTrader: (0)	An extended warranty on a used vehicle is a good consideration, and this is still within the window of opportunity. Plans on keeping it long? __________________ 2017 BMW X3 x28i SOLD 2015 Honda CRV-EXL AWD 2019 Honda CRV-Touring AWD 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 327 / 4spd Convt
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The Bavarian Private 5 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2011 335i e90 M-Sport, AT, PPK Join Date: May 2015 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	Our plan is to keep it for about 10 years... so yes. Looking at the extended warranties. It obviously still has the factory warranty intact, so we have that for a few more years. Not sure about a maintenance plan. My 335i had almost 2 years of that plan left, which was great. Thanks for the note about scratches on the screen. We'll take a look.
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96_Impreza Private First Class 12 Rep 140 Posts Drives: 96 Impreza,07 Vette,11 X3 35i Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Albuquerque iTrader: (0)	Enter VIN in: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls Ask dealer for free Carfax report. Check Consumer Reports reiiability. Arrange a professional pre-purchase inspection.
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