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Originally Posted by Siggy
Currently driving a 2006 3.0 with 145,000 miles on it. Ran across a 2008 3 SI for sale with low mileage (approx 80K). Test drove it and it was considerable different than my ‘06. It left me with a few questions.
Anything I need to look out for?
It appeared to have a backup camera but when put in reverse, the screen didn’t switch over to the camera. Instead, it showed the zones for the sensors. Is that normal? Something wrong? Something in a setting?
The rear hatch didn’t open easily. He said it was electric assist or something and that wasn’t working. Pretty easy fix?
Does the Bluetooth in it support modern day phones or is it outdated like the e53’s and doesn’t work?
The Nav said no maps installed. Does it use a disc or a flash drive?
I’m on the fence and looking for a push  |
Have an '08 with 134k miles so...
As far as the backup camera goes, look in the settings, I believe there is a way to disable the camera feed and just show graphics (just switch it back).
Trunk should be an easy fix.
Bluetooth works flawlessly on modern phones that have hooked up to mine.
Get the DVD for the Nav and you should be good-- or buy the avin unit and have the updated GPS.
These cars can have some oil leak issues, but this particular 3.0 is pretty bulletproof overall.
I have had mine for 4 years (since 93k miles), and it has been my cheapest to maintain! I love it, and with some proper modern updates that can easily be done, the car is very solid. Make the switch
