[totalone]

Originally Posted by EstorilVic

Exactly what I thought. Been looking too. Cheapest x drive i Can find is 86,000. The 2020 m340 I want is 40,000 lol. Make it 51000 for the 2020 with 54k miles (yea I know) with the loss of my taxes between the two cars and loss Im taking for the trade in. (Still 1% chance I keep idrive 8 now tho)

what is wrong with this iDrive8? is it because all screen and no buttons?

[EstorilVic]

Originally Posted by totalone

what is wrong with this iDrive8? is it because all screen and no buttons?

Yeah. I am not an exaggerator or poor me type of person but paying 63 after taxes for the 2023 and not feeling connected to the vehicle at all has left me feeling nauseous. Looking at other peoples posts about how upset they are with id8 or how they begged the dealer to order a ‘22 with id7 instead of 8….all made me feel better

[toddwalton]

Originally Posted by EstorilVic

Exactly what I thought. Been looking too. Cheapest x drive i Can find is 86,000. The 2020 m340 I want is 40,000 lol. Make it 51000 for the 2020 with 54k miles (yea I know) with the loss of my taxes between the two cars and loss Im taking for the trade in. (Still 1% chance I keep idrive 8 now tho)

Looks matter. You don't want to walk away from the LCI which has a vastly superior front end. Those blocked-tear-ducts headlights alone are a reason to stay the course.

[EstorilVic]

Originally Posted by toddwalton

Looks matter. You don't want to walk away from the LCI which has a vastly superior front end. Those blocked-tear-ducts headlights alone are a reason to stay the course.

You are right. But the pre seems more aggressive bumper wise. And I plan on wrapping it. Basically making it exactly how I want. I want to upgrade the turbo so I’ll be voiding warranty anyway. Carshield then. What use is the ‘23 w factory warranty if I plan to mod heavily. You have a great point tho.

[EstorilVic]

Originally Posted by toddwalton

Looks matter. You don't want to walk away from the LCI which has a vastly superior front end. Those blocked-tear-ducts headlights alone are a reason to stay the course.

Either wrap with dravit/bk grey/nardo

[EstorilVic]

Yum

[zazzau]

Originally Posted by toddwalton

Looks matter. You don't want to walk away from the LCI which has a vastly superior front end. Those blocked-tear-ducts headlights alone are a reason to stay the course.

Beauty lies in the eye of the beholder.

[EstorilVic]

Hey good news! The dealership where I bought the 2023 will buy the car back for exaxtly what I paid. Minus my taxes

[EstorilVic]

So my new total loss is 4800 only. The taxes I paid on the 2323

[toddwalton]

Originally Posted by zazzau

Beauty lies in the eye of the beholder.

Exactly. And I’m the beholder.

[Montaver]

Originally Posted by EstorilVic

So my new total loss is 4800 only. The taxes I paid on the 2323

Aren't you paying $180 a month for a warranty? Your current car has another 3 years of warranty included.

$180 x 36 = $6,480

Your current car includes free servicing, your new one won't (unless you pay for it).

2 services (1yr/2yr including brakes) = $1000

There are other variables - lets say the brakes are half worn, the tires are halfworn etc. $???

You are in for way more than $4800 my friend, easily 2x that...

[zazzau]

Originally Posted by EstorilVic

Hey good news! The dealership where I bought the 2023 will buy the car back for exaxtly what I paid. Minus my taxes

Take it and runaway with the money. Run as far away as you can. There are great deals to be had on a 2020 - just keep looking.

The obvious question is - if you sold your car to the dealer what would you be driving before you find another car?

[EstorilVic]

Originally Posted by zazzau

Take it and runaway with the money. Run as far away as you can. There are great deals to be had on a 2020 - just keep looking.

The obvious question is - if you sold your car to the dealer what would you be driving before you find another car?

My company car lol

[EstorilVic]

Found two 2020’s. Would you rather have laser lights or adaptive cruise control

[SLGrassoPA]

Personally - Laser Lights, but most important option for sure is the M Adaptive Suspension if you live anywhere where the roads are less than perfect. It changes the car into a sharp, firm, sports car, or alternatively, a soft riding relaxing ..... and bump / pot hole absorbing mechanical marvel

Always try to find one with that unless you are in a place like Arizona ....

FYI - a thread I made with info:

https://g20.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1984773

[zazzau]

Originally Posted by SLGrassoPA

Personally - Laser Lights, but most important option for sure is the M Adaptive Suspension if you live anywhere where the roads are less than perfect. It changes the car into a sharp, firm, sports car, or alternatively, a soft riding relaxing ..... and bump / pot hole absorbing mechanical marvel

Always try to find one with that unless you are in a place like Arizona ....

FYI - a thread I made with info:

https://g20.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1984773

OP is talking about ACC not Adaptive suspension.

[zazzau]

Originally Posted by EstorilVic

Found two 2020’s. Would you rather have laser lights or adaptive cruise control

That’s tough - I love my lasers because I have them fully coded with anti-glare just like the EU specs. Nice to see the light “dance” away from oncoming traffic or create a tunnel around cars in front. This is by far the best light I’ve had compared to previous cars. On the other hand this is the first time I’ve had ACC and I can’t own a car without ACC ever again. Just don’t see myself going back. I believe it’s a prerequisite for the extended traffic jam assist which I use all the time to let the car take over while stuck in traffic/gridlock. Tough choice between both features really.

[EstorilVic]

Update. I hope all the good people who commented are able to hear this news.

So, the dealer is buying my car back for what I paid minus taxes and fees.

I found a ‘20 in mineral grey 49k miles, every single option. No, really. Name and option for that year and I’ll tell you it has it.

The other one I was looking at had 54k miles, black and did not have adaptive suspension, active cruise control, or traffic jam.

Plus I don’t mind it’s out of warranty as I plan on getting CarShield

I’m happy.

[toddwalton]

Originally Posted by EstorilVic

Update. I hope all the good people who commented are able to hear this news.

So, the dealer is buying my car back for what I paid minus taxes and fees.

I found a ‘20 in mineral grey 49k miles, every single option. No, really. Name and option for that year and I’ll tell you it has it.

The other one I was looking at had 54k miles, black and did not have adaptive suspension, active cruise control, or traffic jam.

Plus I don’t mind it’s out of warranty as I plan on getting CarShield

I’m happy.

Never speak to me again.

[EstorilVic]

Originally Posted by toddwalton

Never speak to me again.

LOL!!! I’m sorry. I’m a very picky person. You are a bigger person than I am 😂. I prayed I could adjust. But it’s just perfect. Out of warranty is ok for me. And idrive 7 yes plz. Thanks again

[toddwalton]

Originally Posted by EstorilVic

LOL!!! I’m sorry. I’m a very picky person. You are a bigger person than I am 😂. I prayed I could adjust. But it’s just perfect. Out of warranty is ok for me. And idrive 7 yes plz. Thanks again

Was just kidding, happy for you my friend! When do you take delivery?

[bavarianride]

Originally Posted by EstorilVic

Hey good news! The dealership where I bought the 2023 will buy the car back for exaxtly what I paid. Minus my taxes

I would suggest to take that deal on the spot even if u don't have a car afterwards.

Then u can regroup and look for the car you want.