As the title alludes to.
The parents are looking at getting one of these two as a "new" used vehicle. If I could get some wisdom from the resident gurus/aficionados/haters.
Car one:
2002 BMW Z3 2.5i Roadster 2D Convertible
Exterior: Blue
Interior: Black Leather
Mileage: 42K
5 Spd Manual
2.5L/4cyl
EPA: 20/27
175tq@3500rpm
184hp@6000rpm
Remaining warranty: Balance of 4 years/50K (this year or 8K)
Price: $21,998
Options:
A/C, leather,AM/FM/CD, Pwr locks/mirrors/windows/seats/steering, cruise, heated seats, Convertible, alloy wheels, rear defroster
Car TWO:
1998 Mercedes Benz SLK230 Kompressor 2D Convertible
Exterior: Red
Interior: Grey Leather
Mileage: 41K
Automatic
2.3L/4cyl
EPA:22/30
200tq@4800rpm
185hp@5300rpm
30 day limited warranty from dealer.
Price: $20,599
Options:
A/C, leather, pwr seats/locks/windows/mirrors/steering, cruise, heated seats, convertible, alloy wheels, rear defroster.
Okay. the battle begins. From a performance standpoint, but with maintenance cost averages, ease of DIY work, and track record of longevitiy coming in to play.
Pros? Cons? Options to look at on either one? ANY and ALL help is APPRECIATED THOROUGHLY!
