BMW 3 Series: Should I trade my 2002 for a 1998?
So, sorta just wanted some experienced input. I used to own a 1998 318i
BMW with cold weather package. Her name was Stella and I absolutely
loved that car. Was my first car and I was young, so it was a great car to
learn how to maintain as much as I could outside of a mechanic.
Unfortunately she was totaled last year by a careless driver. Had 222k on the
odometer with no real major issues
I currently have a 2002 325xi with cold weather package. Got it for 6,000$
with 93k mileage. Its an all over great car, especially all wheel drive in
southern Ohio, but I regularly miss my old car
Recently came across a listing for a 1998 318i, cold weather package, only
50k mileage, listed for 6,000$ and its in absolute pristine condition. The only
difference is the color and a few interior options. I just paid off my current car
(purchased March 2019) but my heart wants another 1998. It would be a 9hr
drive which isn't great but doesn't deter me.
I can afford a trade in and certainly don't need two cars. As much as I want
the 1998, I worry I would regret trading in my 2002 down the road. But I also
worry I'll regret passing this car up. I rarely see 318i listings this nice, much
less ones I can afford or comfortably drive to. Very torn right now
Have any of you been in this position before?
What did you do and how do you feel about that choice now?