BMW advice needed asap!

Question

I'm looking into buying a 1992 BMW 325 i for $4,000. its a 5 spd manual, 2.5L I6 engine, with 124,x*x miles on it. is this a good deal? how long do BMW's usually last? hows the gas mileage on these cars?

thanks

Answer 1

Seriously the 3 series of thoes years like to die around 125 to 150K.  They die due to heat generated from its own engine.  WHat dies is the engine and trans... Seller is smart or just got lucky deciding to sell now..

Answer 2

If the car was properly maintained it may be a good deal! Check for written records, or if serviced at the dealer they will have all the information. I have run a 325i up to 386,000 miles with only proper maintenance and replacement of worn parts (brakes, etc.)  I got mid to upper 20's in all around driving and in the mid 30's highway. If the car is in really good shape it may be worth $4000, but for that I'd want records and a mechanic to verify everything was in order.