Opinions wanted

[Roadkill]

Originally Posted by sapphireX5

What are you looking to spend on a 4.8is? I have an '06 with 76k in perfect condition, all records and has not been molested at all. It's loaded with every option and everything works!

I have it listed on Cars.com for $23,500 or best offer.

David

Hey OP, why don't you give this poster a call and work out a deal for a nice 4.8is? Why are you looking to inherit somebody elses problems by possibly buying these horribly hacked vehicles?

[cncmastr]

Originally Posted by 4.8is214

Also on the level adjustment switch, when you press it. Nothing comes on at all. No lights, no movement.

Is the car on when you press it?

[4.8is214]

Originally Posted by cncmastr

Is the car on when you press it?

Yes

[4.8is214]

Originally Posted by dinan e39

Hey OP, why don't you give this poster a call and work out a deal for a nice 4.8is? Why are you looking to inherit somebody elses problems by possibly buying these horribly hacked vehicles?

A little out of my price range

[Roadkill]

If $23K is out of your price range, then perhaps a 4.8 is not such a good choice. These cars are expensive to maintain from transmissions, air suspension to tires. These cars cannot be driven as if they came from Japanese origin. They must be maintained regularly or you will suffer expensive repairs. Perhaps a 3.0 would be a better choice as they can be modified cosmetically to look like a 4.8.

[4.8is214]

Originally Posted by dinan e39

If $23K is out of your price range, then perhaps a 4.8 is not such a good choice. These cars are expensive to maintain from transmissions, air suspension to tires. These cars cannot be driven as if they came from Japanese origin. They must be maintained regularly or you will suffer expensive repairs. Perhaps a 3.0 would be a better choice as they can be modified cosmetically to look like a 4.8.

just figured if the suspension fix wasnt too high of a price, then it would be a good deal on the 4.8. ive talked them down to 16k.

anyone have ideas on it? the car is low, suspension feels bouncy and bumpy, the level switch light doesnt come on and it doesnt work at all.

[SlickGT1]

You can always convert to regular springs for a few $$$Ks and beg some dealer to get rid of the suspension inactive thing.

[TwinsPoppa]

Originally Posted by 4.8is214

just figured if the suspension fix wasnt too high of a price, then it would be a good deal on the 4.8. ive talked them down to 16k.

anyone have ideas on it? the car is low, suspension feels bouncy and bumpy, the level switch light doesnt come on and it doesnt work at all.

I assume since its bouncy that they're still using the stock air suspension. If the switch is not working or lighting maybe the simply disconnected it?

If I was in your shoes, I'd find a way to get it inspected/checked out by a BMW dealer or reputable shop. They will probably find other things you are not aware of.

Hopefully the owner will be cooperate.