Auction prices in the new year..

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Wed 21 Dec 2005 23:06
Auction prices in the new year.. - MichaelR
Hey guys...

If I bought from a BCA auction, how much BMW 5 Series is less than £10k (the less the better!) likely to get me?

I want a car in exceptional condition with FSH and leather, but mileage is not a concern. If anything I would prefer a 100k mile car becuase at least I know I'm not paying a premium for low mileage...

I guess what I really want to know is whether a facelift 530d SE or Sport is dooable or whether I should settle for a 525d/530i/525i...
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Wed 21 Dec 2005 23:37
Auction prices in the new year.. - pd
A 530d facelift (post 2000) should easily be attainable for under 10k with a few miles (50k+).

Check out some of the BMW forums before you buy to get an idea what to look out for - the E39 is generally reliable but high miles does take a toll on them and the 530d does seem to have it's fair share of problems once the miles mount up (injectors, turbos etc.).
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Thu 22 Dec 2005 13:33
Auction prices in the new year.. - MichaelR
I've been reading the reports with interest and they are VERY encouraging indeed - doesn't seem to be that many Sports or diesels though. The sensible side of me says under £7k for a 51 plate 525iSE is so good I'd be barking to spend more on an older Diesel Sport... but then, I'm too young to be sensible..
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Thu 22 Dec 2005 15:45
Auction prices in the new year.. - Blue {P}
Michael - When you looking at selling the Mondy?

This is one Backroomer that would be very interested in having it, if only I can get my business off the ground in time as I couldn't possibly justify borrowing to fund it...

Blue
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