[jackson2005]

As title says I am looking at purchasing a new BMW and have come to a stand still and so have come to ask for advice from previous/current owners as to which path they recommend me to go down.

EDIT: plan on keeping vehicle for only 2-3 years

Currently looking at a 2011 135i (9.6k USD) that has been stage2+ and has 106,000KMs details below:
Modifications:
-Stage 2+ tune (420hp/650nm)
-VRSF 3-inch catless downpipe
-1m front bumper
-High-pressure fuel pump-ready for E85
-Stepped intercooler
-BMS intake
-BMW charge pipe
-Volk racing wheels
-Eibach suspension springs
-Carbon fibre rear diffuser
-side skirts

Maintenance:
Waterpump + thermostat replaced at 105 500 km
Serviced at 105 000 km (have the invoice)
Regular coolant top-up
Monthly tyre pressure check
Regular engine oil check

The other option I have is a 2015 M135i (10.2k USD) that is bone stock and has 88,000 KMs

The issue I'm having is being a 19 year old with minimal income is it too much of a risk buying the 135i that has been fully upgraded? I know the N55 is a reliable engine I'm just a bit worried there might be issues down the line.

[Brandoch]

Originally Posted by jackson2005

As title says I am looking at purchasing a new BMW and have come to a stand still and so have come to ask for advice from previous/current owners as to which path they recommend me to go down.

Currently looking at a 2011 135i (9.6k USD) that has been stage2+ and has 106,000KMs details below:
Modifications:
-Stage 2+ tune (420hp/650nm)
-VRSF 3-inch catless downpipe
-1m front bumper
-High-pressure fuel pump-ready for E85
-Stepped intercooler
-BMS intake
-BMW charge pipe
-Volk racing wheels
-Eibach suspension springs
-Carbon fibre rear diffuser
-side skirts

Maintenance:
Waterpump + thermostat replaced at 105 500 km
Serviced at 105 000 km (have the invoice)
Regular coolant top-up
Monthly tyre pressure check
Regular engine oil check

The other option I have is a 2015 M135i (10.2k USD) that is bone stock and has 88,000 KMs

The issue I'm having is being a 19 year old with minimal income is it too much of a risk buying the 135i that has been fully upgraded? I know the N55 is a reliable engine I'm just a bit worried there might be issues down the line.

19 year old with minimal income; run away. Even DIY these cars can cost quite a bit.
And in my opinion (I'll be flamed for this) 135 or a 335 is way too much power for a 19 year old. Get a 128 or a 328, they still have 250 ish HP. Plenty quick.

[jackson2005]

Originally Posted by Brandoch

19 year old with minimal income; run away. Even DIY these cars can cost quite a bit.
And in my opinion (I'll be flamed for this) 135 or a 335 is way too much power for a 19 year old. Get a 128 or a 328, they still have 250 ish HP. Plenty quick.

This is great information thank you, unfortunately I am am quite stubborn and am set on a 135i or 335i and more or less wanting to know in the long run if the stock option is better and then get upgrades done myself so I know the car hasn't been thrashed by previous owners. Another option could also be looking at a stock F30 and getting that done up.

Also I would like to add that I would call myself a pretty capable driver for my age as since I was 17 I have been racing my fathers '79 911 on track once or twice a month and am used to higher HP cars.

[Brandoch]

Originally Posted by jackson2005

This is great information thank you, unfortunately I am am quite stubborn and am set on a 135i or 335i and more or less wanting to know in the long run if the stock option is better and then get upgrades done myself so I know the car hasn't been thrashed by previous owners. Another option could also be looking at a stock F30 and getting that done up.

Also I would like to add that I would call myself a pretty capable driver for my age as since I was 17 I have been racing my fathers '79 911 on track once or twice a month and am used to higher HP cars.

A modded car has a higher chance of more problems then a stock car.
Good luck, please drive responsible.

[tturedraider]

Originally Posted by jackson2005

As title says I am looking at purchasing a new BMW and have come to a stand still and so have come to ask for advice from previous/current owners as to which path they recommend me to go down.

EDIT: plan on keeping vehicle for only 2-3 years

Currently looking at a 2011 135i (9.6k USD) that has been stage2+ and has 106,000KMs details below:
Modifications:
-Stage 2+ tune (420hp/650nm)
-VRSF 3-inch catless downpipe
-1m front bumper
-High-pressure fuel pump-ready for E85
-Stepped intercooler
-BMS intake
-BMW charge pipe
-Volk racing wheels
-Eibach suspension springs
-Carbon fibre rear diffuser
-side skirts

Maintenance:
Waterpump + thermostat replaced at 105 500 km
Serviced at 105 000 km (have the invoice)
Regular coolant top-up
Monthly tyre pressure check
Regular engine oil check

The other option I have is a 2015 M135i (10.2k USD) that is bone stock and has 88,000 KMs

The issue I'm having is being a 19 year old with minimal income is it too much of a risk buying the 135i that has been fully upgraded? I know the N55 is a reliable engine I'm just a bit worried there might be issues down the line.

Yes, the risk is way too high. Get the stock car with lower kms and enjoy it for what it is, which is 100% all you truly need, until you can afford to assume the risk that comes with doing mods.

[BMWbiker]

Originally Posted by jackson2005

The issue I'm having is being a 19 year old with minimal income is it too much of a risk buying the 135i that has been fully upgraded? I know the N55 is a reliable engine I'm just a bit worried there might be issues down the line.

Honestly? Neither.

A nineteen year old with minimal income should avoid buying a car if possible. Use mass transit. Put the money in the bank.

If you live somewhere without mass transit, then buy a used Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, or whatever the equivalents are in NZ. Put as much money as possible in the bank.

Cars are depreciating assets and money pits. I assume that one of those cars will be expensive to insure. It will be expensive to maintain and repair.

You want to minimize your costs and maximize your savings. The more you save and invest now, the less you need to save when you’re older, and the more fun you can have when you can afford it.

If you insist on making a purchase between those two cars, buy the stock one. Don’t buy someone else’s mods and possible abuse of the car.

[soldes]

Older Car with mods, the question is simple:

Do the buyer (any age), has the financial resources to fund the repairs that this vehicles will surely need, over and over again?
The answer to this question my give you the response/signal that you have been looking for.
Best of luck with your decision.