2000 with 157,000 on clock
2000 with 157,000 on clock
Hello,
I am itching to buy a Z3 and noticed on Autotrader a 2000 on a V with 157,000 miles on the clock, is this amount of miles anything to be concerned about?
Cheers
Jeremy
I am itching to buy a Z3 and noticed on Autotrader a 2000 on a V with 157,000 miles on the clock, is this amount of miles anything to be concerned about?
Cheers
Jeremy
Hi there,
What engine size is it?
To be honest.. that is alot of millage on any car BUT if it has a full documented service history these engines will keep going and going if cared for.
My main worries would be with parts such as suspension, steering, brakes, bushes, ball joints and condition of safety equipment etc.
If the car has been cleaned / garaged and well maintained and the price is right......... then I say go for it!
But would definately get it inspected by someone who knows about Z3's before you part with your cash.
Cheers,
Adam
What engine size is it?
To be honest.. that is alot of millage on any car BUT if it has a full documented service history these engines will keep going and going if cared for.
My main worries would be with parts such as suspension, steering, brakes, bushes, ball joints and condition of safety equipment etc.
If the car has been cleaned / garaged and well maintained and the price is right......... then I say go for it!
But would definately get it inspected by someone who knows about Z3's before you part with your cash.
Cheers,
Adam
Hi, looks a nice car, and BEST COLOUR TOO
I had the same concern about high mileage when i bought mine in Feb this year, but ask if someone on here is near enough to check it out with you if you are not sure, its not alot of money for the fun you will have, its a gorgeous little car which looks like the mileage has been taken in to account in the price, like mine was, and i love it plus it looks like its from a garage which will more than likely have at least 3 months warranty with it, something to check for.
Gill
I had the same concern about high mileage when i bought mine in Feb this year, but ask if someone on here is near enough to check it out with you if you are not sure, its not alot of money for the fun you will have, its a gorgeous little car which looks like the mileage has been taken in to account in the price, like mine was, and i love it plus it looks like its from a garage which will more than likely have at least 3 months warranty with it, something to check for.
Gill
Hello Gill and Adam,
Thank you for your replies, it's a 1.9, regularly serviced and last serviced at 152K with an MOT 'til 09-2011.
I noticed that the drivers bolster is in good condition which, if I put my Sherlock Holmes hat on, would suggest that it was used for long runs and not lots of 'stops and starts' where you'd be getting in and out of the car alot more.
I have emailed the dealer for a dent and scratch report and will probably have a chat with them tomorrow.
Thanks again
Jeremy
Thank you for your replies, it's a 1.9, regularly serviced and last serviced at 152K with an MOT 'til 09-2011.
I noticed that the drivers bolster is in good condition which, if I put my Sherlock Holmes hat on, would suggest that it was used for long runs and not lots of 'stops and starts' where you'd be getting in and out of the car alot more.
I have emailed the dealer for a dent and scratch report and will probably have a chat with them tomorrow.
Thanks again
Jeremy
Two years ago my son bought a 2004 VW Caravelle with over 260,000 miles on the clock with folders of service history and replacement parts.Tha vehicle had been used as an Airport shuttle and had an extended warranty.Virtually all the running gear had been replaced at least once.
When we test drove it I thought that the DMF was suspect, so the seller who had the vehicle from new offered to pay 50% of DMF and clutch replacement cost if it was required.Replacement was required and the seller paid up.
My son has converted it into a camper with roll out awning etc.It has never missed a beat and has had paintwork done under warranty by VW and looks mint.
If the Z has been looked after and parts replaced when needed,there is no reason for it not to be a reliable buy.If you can do your own servicing and repairs and aren't covering vast mileages,you could be quids in.
When we test drove it I thought that the DMF was suspect, so the seller who had the vehicle from new offered to pay 50% of DMF and clutch replacement cost if it was required.Replacement was required and the seller paid up.
My son has converted it into a camper with roll out awning etc.It has never missed a beat and has had paintwork done under warranty by VW and looks mint.
If the Z has been looked after and parts replaced when needed,there is no reason for it not to be a reliable buy.If you can do your own servicing and repairs and aren't covering vast mileages,you could be quids in.
Thanks for the encouragement Frank,
I guess that it's not the distance but how it got there that counts! and if it's a tidy well kept car then I would imagine and hope that any mechanical wear and tear would have been taken care of also.
If there is anyone in the Bedford area that would be willing to take a look for me, I would be much appreciate it.
Cheers
Jeremy
I guess that it's not the distance but how it got there that counts! and if it's a tidy well kept car then I would imagine and hope that any mechanical wear and tear would have been taken care of also.
If there is anyone in the Bedford area that would be willing to take a look for me, I would be much appreciate it.
Cheers
Jeremy
That looks like a cracking car for the money, but another grand would buy a much lower mileage car that would probably work out cheaper over the the next 30-40 thousand miles for an owner with little mechanical ability. Or looked at another way it could be an ideal introduction to home maintanance and repair. You've probably already bought it mentally so "Happy Motoring".
I have a 523 (E39) on a T plate that has 218,000 miles on the clock and still sounds like it did when I bought it at 57,000 miles. Our Z3 has 78,000 so I reckon it has a fair way to go yet.
Before the E39 I had a Vauxhall Cavalier that went to 275,000 before the mechanics fell apart.
I always let a car engine run a couple of minutes when cold before putting it under load. Let the oil get round before revving it above 1500 rpm.
Anyway, if it helps, I'll be passing Bedford on my way home on Tuesday, I see they are open till 8pm. Let me know if you want me to take a look.
T.
Before the E39 I had a Vauxhall Cavalier that went to 275,000 before the mechanics fell apart.
I always let a car engine run a couple of minutes when cold before putting it under load. Let the oil get round before revving it above 1500 rpm.
Anyway, if it helps, I'll be passing Bedford on my way home on Tuesday, I see they are open till 8pm. Let me know if you want me to take a look.
T.
Slightly off topic but my landrover has only slightly less milage than the z in question and with a little TLC she is a great work horse. does alot of heavy towing, off road fun/work and 70 miles round trip to work most day. So if you like it and its in good condition go for it. just service a little more often and she'll thank you for it!
just my 2pence worth.
john
just my 2pence worth.
john
Hello,
Apologies for abandoning the thread, my Mother suffered a stroke just recently and I have had to put the thought of buying a Z3 on hold, however, she is slowly on the mend and my search will continue this week.
Thank you all once again for your advice and thanks Terry for the offer.
Cheers
Jeremy
Apologies for abandoning the thread, my Mother suffered a stroke just recently and I have had to put the thought of buying a Z3 on hold, however, she is slowly on the mend and my search will continue this week.
Thank you all once again for your advice and thanks Terry for the offer.
Cheers
Jeremy
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Sorry to hear about your Mum. She's much more important then a Z3. Glad to hear she is recovering well.
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Radlitt wrote:Hello,
Apologies for abandoning the thread, my Mother suffered a stroke just recently and I have had to put the thought of buying a Z3 on hold, however, she is slowly on the mend and my search will continue this week.
Thank you all once again for your advice and thanks Terry for the offer.
Cheers
Jeremy
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