e46 BMW 3 Series for 15 lakhs or less? - Team-BHP

hollaback · 17th December 2007, 15:47

I am currently looking to buy a new car and probably zeroing down on the Skoda Laura Ambiente (approx 15lakhs)

However I am tempted to wonder if i can get an e46 second hand BMW 3 series for that price bracket (14 ~ 15lakhs) preferably a 6 cylinder 325 or 330

I had a e36 1995 325iC back in college in the states which i sold before moving back to bombay last yr, and would love to own a bimmer again. I drive a Civic now, quite the downgrade :(

I have heard a lot abt Haren Choksey and his cars but a lot of ppl have also warned me against him. Would appreciate if someone could give me his number.

Apart from Choksey, are there any more reliable import dealers in bombay? Could someone help me with the telephone numbers and details for these

Also if any fellow TEAM BHPians have anythgin up for sale, pls let me know.

Thanks !

ps: the owner of Percept lives in my building and has a silver 3 series convertible with a dark blue soft top. His parking spots right next to mine and i see that ride every day, kills me :( dont think he wants to sell it though, YET !

MODS: if this is not the correct section to post this, pls let me know.

GTO · 17th December 2007, 16:47

Man, the E46 was the best looking 3 ever......what lines! Not one of them out of place, and perfectly in proportion. Plus you could have one with the slick manual tranny. Choksi's numbers are 6694.1751 / 2 / 3 / 4. Also speak to Mahesh on 2446.1271.

Not that sure about the Laura if you are a speed freak. Why not a used RS instead of the Laura? Its been raining (a couple of them atleast) RS on Team-BHP lately. Best bang for the buck under 10 lakhs.

hollaback · 17th December 2007, 17:10

thanks for the numbers man...appreciate it

yeah no kidding...the e46 design is truly flawless ....not sure why bangle would do what he did with the e90....not the biggest fan of the new 3 series really

I could go in for a brand new Octavia RS since its almost the same price as Laura Ambiente ...appporx 14.5 lakhs... hear its quite a speed demon...will def consider it since i am probably test driving the laura and the RS this coming weekend

Sss · 29th December 2007, 22:31

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Originally Posted by hollaback

However I am tempted to wonder if i can get an e46 second hand BMW 3 series for that price bracket (14 ~ 15lakhs) preferably a 6 cylinder 325 or 330

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Have you found any E46 BMW's yet. do keep us updated.

hollaback · 21st May 2008, 15:07

well funnily enough i didnt, and decided against the Laura after testdriving it, not my type

Decided against an import bcos of long term maintenance cost and some other factors though every once in a while i do think abt a bee em doubleU

Gonna buy either the New corolla or the Jetta once they are out -- like they say, play it SAFE !

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navpreet318 · 27th June 2008, 08:45

does anyone know of an e46 in delhi or near about regions.preferably a fast one.like the 325i or above.

hmishra83 · 27th June 2008, 10:57

I think even whatcanthisbe was looking for a similar one in and around Delhi and he got a couple of responses too. I think Autopsyche may have something up her sleeve.

Sahil · 27th June 2008, 12:07

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Originally Posted by hollaback

Gonna buy either the New corolla or the Jetta once they are out -- like they say, play it SAFE !

Wise decison !

Jetta seems like a better option now as you can get the diesel engine and throw in a tunning chip/remap to satisfy your need for speed.

However, it's best to wait for both to launch and then judge.

iraghava · 27th June 2008, 17:42

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Originally Posted by navpreet318

does anyone know of an e46 in delhi or near about regions.preferably a fast one.like the 325i or above.

I know of an E36 US-spec, 6-speed manual (I think, could be 5 too)! But the owner won't sell, have been after him for a long while now! Maybe, maybe he'll sell it to me next year!!

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Originally Posted by hmishra83

I think Autopsyche may have something up her sleeve.

What?? Arush had a gender change??

navpreet318 · 27th June 2008, 18:54

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Originally Posted by iraghava

I know of an E36 US-spec, 6-speed manual (I think, could be 5 too)! But the owner won't sell, have been after him for a long while now! Maybe, maybe he'll sell it to me next year!!

well i don't actually like the e36.not to my taste.to each his own.thats why i'm looking for the e46.let me know if you spot one.

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Originally Posted by iraghava

What?? Arush had a gender change??

hey when did this happen.congrats arush.its great to see a female on top of the car customization game.

17th December 2007, 15:47	#1 (permalink)
hollaback Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bombay Posts: 15	e46 BMW 3 Series for 15 lakhs or less? I am currently looking to buy a new car and probably zeroing down on the Skoda Laura Ambiente (approx 15lakhs) However I am tempted to wonder if i can get an e46 second hand BMW 3 series for that price bracket (14 ~ 15lakhs) preferably a 6 cylinder 325 or 330 I had a e36 1995 325iC back in college in the states which i sold before moving back to bombay last yr, and would love to own a bimmer again. I drive a Civic now, quite the downgrade :( I have heard a lot abt Haren Choksey and his cars but a lot of ppl have also warned me against him. Would appreciate if someone could give me his number. Apart from Choksey, are there any more reliable import dealers in bombay? Could someone help me with the telephone numbers and details for these Also if any fellow TEAM BHPians have anythgin up for sale, pls let me know. Thanks ! ps: the owner of Percept lives in my building and has a silver 3 series convertible with a dark blue soft top. His parking spots right next to mine and i see that ride every day, kills me :( dont think he wants to sell it though, YET ! MODS: if this is not the correct section to post this, pls let me know.

17th December 2007, 16:47	#2 (permalink)
GTO Super-Admin Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 12,190 View My Garage	Man, the E46 was *the* best looking 3 ever......what lines! Not one of them out of place, and perfectly in proportion. Plus you could have one with the slick manual tranny. Choksi's numbers are 6694.1751 / 2 / 3 / 4. Also speak to Mahesh on 2446.1271. Not that sure about the Laura if you are a speed freak. Why not a used RS instead of the Laura? Its been raining (a couple of them atleast) RS on Team-BHP lately. Best bang for the buck under 10 lakhs. __________________ GTO Self-imposed limits are the only type that exist. Break them....then, make it a habit. Exceed. Please don't PM for support. Use the Contact Form instead. Please read the NEW Team-BHP FAQ section for all your queries.

21st May 2008, 15:07	#5 (permalink)
hollaback Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bombay Posts: 15	well funnily enough i didnt, and decided against the Laura after testdriving it, not my type Decided against an import bcos of long term maintenance cost and some other factors though every once in a while i do think abt a bee em doubleU Gonna buy either the New corolla or the Jetta once they are out -- like they say, play it SAFE ! Note from Mod : Please take the time to type out your posts in full words as per Team-BHP rules. Avoid the use of SMS language (abt = about, dat = that, etc), and please take the time to re-read your post for typos before submitting. Last edited by Rehaan : 22nd May 2008 at 08:08. Reason: Please see note in post.

27th June 2008, 08:45	#6 (permalink)
navpreet318 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dehradun Posts: 202	does anyone know of an e46 in delhi or near about regions.preferably a fast one.like the 325i or above. __________________ Itni Shiddat Se Maine Tumhe Paane Ki Koshish Kee Hai,Ki Harr Zarre Ne Mujhe Tumse Milane Ki Saazish Kee Hai.

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17th December 2007, 17:10	#3 (permalink)
hollaback Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bombay Posts: 15	thanks for the numbers man...appreciate it yeah no kidding...the e46 design is truly flawless ....not sure why bangle would do what he did with the e90....not the biggest fan of the new 3 series really I could go in for a brand new Octavia RS since its almost the same price as Laura Ambiente ...appporx 14.5 lakhs... hear its quite a speed demon...will def consider it since i am probably test driving the laura and the RS this coming weekend

27th June 2008, 10:57	#7 (permalink)
hmishra83 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 201	I think even whatcanthisbe was looking for a similar one in and around Delhi and he got a couple of responses too. I think Autopsyche may have something up her sleeve.