For Sale (SOLD): 2003 BMW 330i ZHP sdn, 6spd, 76k miles, $13.4

[Nomar06]

http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp?tracktype=usedcc&csDlId=&csDgId=&listingId=82899060&listingRecNum=16&criteria=prMx%3D16000%26sf1Dir%3DDESC%26prMn%3D0%2 6mkId%3D20005%26stkTyp%3DU%26mdId%3D20409%26rd%3D1 50%26crSrtFlds%3DstkTypId-feedSegId-mkId-mdId-pseudoPrice%26zc%3D28204%26rn%3D0%26PMmt%3D1-1-0%26stkTypId%3D28881%26sf2Dir%3DASC%26sf1Nm%3Dpric e%26sf2Nm%3Dmiles%26isDealerGrouping%3Dfalse%26rpp %3D50%26feedSegId%3D28705&aff=gogsema&listType=1


Going to try to drive down and look at this car this weekend with a BMW buddy of mine....any pointers on what to look for and opinions on the car?

[Mtnman]

Someone doesnt know what they have! 0-60, 7 seconds? Cloth seats? 17" rims? Uh, no. good luck!

[BRGcoopahS]

Someone doesnt know what they have! 0-60, 7 seconds? Cloth seats? 17" rims? Uh, no. good luck!

I look at that as a good thing. Way to screw with the dealer. They have no idea its a ZHP so throw in some complaints that the interior is "cloth" as well as the steering wheel.

[johnnyrad]

It's all about the test drive for me. Check for shutter of steering wheel when braking fo sure (that would be the fcab).
Funny the carfax notes it was in Alaska?! Eskimo ZHP?

[iZHP]

I came across so many dealers that didn't know what they had. It was just a "BMW" to them, Lol

[Nomar06]

It's all about the test drive for me. Check for shutter of steering wheel when braking fo sure (that would be the fcab).
Funny the carfax notes it was in Alaska?! Eskimo ZHP?

I saw that....not sure what to think of that....:scratchinghead

[ryankokesh]

It probably just has a feature where the lights won't turn on for half the year, and won't go off for the other half.

[nike001]

Someone doesnt know what they have! 0-60, 7 seconds? Cloth seats? 17" rims? Uh, no. good luck!

Where do you see that? Also, is this Jet Black or Black Sapphire? (for the registry)

[Hornung418]

Where do you see that? Also, is this Jet Black or Black Sapphire? (for the registry)
Hard to tell, but it looks to be Orient Blue Metallic.

[Nomar06]

I think it is Orient also.....

So what should I look for when I am out there looking at the car. What would you pay for the car?

[Hornung418]

13.4 is super low, so I'd be looking for any running issues. Check for imperfections in the paint, wear on the interior and inspect the trunk. Pull the liner and remove the battery cover to check OEM or not. When driving, listen for any noticeable clunking under braking and turning. It's apparent that the dealer has no idea what this car really is, so you might be able to pull a fast one.

Orientblau/Alcantara is a winning combo. I wish I had an Alcantara interior :(

[Nomar06]

13.4 is super low, so I'd be looking for any running issues. Check for imperfections in the paint, wear on the interior and inspect the trunk. Pull the liner and remove the battery cover to check OEM or not. When driving, listen for any noticeable clunking under braking and turning. It's apparent that the dealer has no idea what this car really is, so you might be able to pull a fast one.

Orientblau/Alcantara is a winning combo. I wish I had an Alcantara interior :(

Thanks for the tips. Def like the color combo and the alcantara is a plus.

I got this from the dealer.....

Hi Santiago,
You can call the dealership at 803-469-3429 and ask for Richard our service manager, it was his car.

Mike Boan
Used Car Mgr
Jones Buick GMC
Jones Nissan


They have to know it's a ZHP, right?

[danewilson77]

I think it is Orient also.....

So what should I look for when I am out there looking at the car. What would you pay for the car?

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5828-What-to-look-out-for-when-buying-a-BMW.

[Nomar06]

Thread can be updated to sold. Just waiting for the guys to clean it up then I can drive away in the new used car.

Couple tiny dents...nothing major. I badly curbed wheel. Going to need a steering wheel re-wrap. Drivers seat lower left bolster worn. Everything else looks good but will def need a swirl removal detail which I will do once the weather cooperates.

[danewilson77]

Done. Congrats.

[Hornung418]

Awesome!