BADVIN vehicle history report for
1997 BMW 3 SERIESVIN: WBACD4321VAV48691
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Historical Records
events
Sales History
1 records
Sale Prices
2 records
VIN Decoder
17 entries
Market report
Price analytics
Historical Records
Historical records may include service and maintenance records, title status (clean, junk, salvage), insurance records, number of owners, registration events and states, and other information.
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Available historical records for VIN WBACD4321VAV48691
Latest reported mileage: 642 mi
Below you can see some examples of what these records could look like.
2023-08-26
10 months ago
124,696 mi
Vehicle serviced
Outer tie rod(s) replaced
Alignment performed
Outer tie rod(s) replaced
Alignment performed
2022-04-07
2 years ago
21,580 mi
TOTAL LOSS VEHICLE
Vehicle declared a total loss by an insurance company
Collision damage reported
Vehicle declared a total loss by an insurance company
Collision damage reported
2020-06-21
4 years ago
37,969 mi
Damage reported: very minor damage
Damage to rear
Damage to rear
1997 BMW 328I AUTOM
sold
| Year | 1997 |
| Title | Hidden text (Hidden text) |
| ODO | 2070 mi (Hidden text) |
| Damage | Hidden text, Hidden text |
| Estimated Retail Value | $8091 |
| Seller | Hidden text (Hidden text) |
| Location | ATLANTA WEST, GA, 30301 |
| Date | ended 10 years ago sold for $853 |
| Sale Website Type | salvage or insurance auction |
sale information provided by user #710332
Tech Specs
| Body Style | SEDAN 4D |
| Color | TWO TONE |
| Transmission | 4 SPEED AUTOMATIC W/ELECTRIC OVERDRIVE |
| Engine | 2.8L 6 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel Type | GAS |
Model Analytics & Market Report
We've analyzed more than 560 sales records of this model and here are some numbers.
The average price for new (MSRP) 1997 BMW 3 SERIES in 1997 was $47,200.
The average price for used 1997 BMW 3 SERIES nowadays in 2024 is $6,848 which is 15% from the original price.
Estimated mileage driven per year is 8,327 miles.
For this model we also have depreciation curve, photos, list of features and options, and other analytics.
Take a look at 1997 BMW 3 SERIES model page in BADVIN vehicles catalog.
Depreciation
The graph below is a depreciation curve for 1997 BMW 3 SERIES. It shows how much this model looses per year in price. This analytics is calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1997 BMW 3 SERIES in each year since the year of manufacturing, current year price and projected price in the future years.
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| Year | Average Mileage | Average Price | % Left | % Lost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 MSRP | 0 mi | $47,200 | — | — | 100% | 0% |
| 1997 | 8,327 mi | $47,945 | −$745 | −1.58% | 101.58% | -1.58% |
| 1998 | 16,654 mi | $40,493 | +$7,452 | +15.54% | 85.79% | 14.21% |
| 1999 | 24,981 mi | $32,995 | +$7,498 | +18.52% | 69.9% | 30.1% |
| 2000 | 33,308 mi | $31,664 | +$1,331 | +4.03% | 67.08% | 32.92% |
| 2001 | 41,635 mi | $27,589 | +$4,075 | +12.87% | 58.45% | 41.55% |
| → Visit 1997 BMW 3 SERIES depreciation page to see full data. | ||||||
Price vs Mileage
The graph below shows how mileage affects the price for 1997 BMW 3 SERIES. This data was calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1997 BMW 3 SERIES by mileage and number of sales.
You can scroll the table horizontally to see all columns.
| Mileage | Average Price | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 65,000 mi | $10,990 | 10 sales |
| 85,000 mi | $5,950 | 11 sales |
| 95,000 mi | $8,999 | 10 sales |
| 100,000 mi | $8,895 | 16 sales |
| 105,000 mi | $7,000 | 10 sales |
| 115,000 mi | $4,800 | 11 sales |
| → Visit 1997 BMW 3 SERIES depreciation page to see full data. | ||
VIN Decoder — 17 records
Exterior / Body
Body Class
Body Class presents the body type based on 49 CFR 565.12(b): "Body type means the general configuration or shape of a vehicle distinguished by such characteristics as the number of doors or windows, cargo-carrying features and the roofline (e.g., sedan, fastback, hatchback)." Definitions are not provided for individual body types in the regulation.
Sedan/Saloon
Exterior / Dimension
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the lower bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the higher bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
General
BMW
Model
Per 49 CFR 565, Model means a name that a manufacturer applies to a family of vehicles of the same type, make, line, series and body type.
328i
Model Year
If the model year (MY) is supplied when the VIN is decoded, such as from a crash report or a vehicle registration record, the MY value will be the supplied MY, even if the MY decoded from the VIN differs from the supplied MY. If the MY is not supplied when the VIN is decoded, the MY value will be decoded from the 10th character in the VIN.
1997
Plant City
This data element captures the city of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.
MUNICH
Internal
Mechanical / Transmission
Passive Safety System
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Frequently asked questions
You can use a Monroney label to compare different 1997 BMW models by reviewing their features, fuel economy, safety equipment, and pricing directly on the sticker.
The exterior and interior condition of vehicles significantly affects their depreciation, as well-maintained vehicles generally retain more value.
To maximize value, consider buying a vehicle that is a few years old, as it has already undergone significant depreciation but likely remains reliable.
Our reports may include information on any past recalls issued for 1997 BMW vehicles, detailing the nature of the recall and whether it was addressed, if data is available.
The total price on a Monroney label includes the base price of the vehicle, plus the cost of any optional features, packages, and mandatory fees such as destination charges.
A replacement window sticker for a used 1997 BMW 3 SERIES can sometimes be obtained through the manufacturer or a third-party provider that recreates official labels based on vehicle specifics.
The information in a vehicle history report, such as past accidents, salvage titles, and theft, may significantly affect the car's resale value, depending on what is documented.
The last known odometer reading, if recorded, is noted in our reports, providing a snapshot of the 1997 BMW 3 SERIES's usage up to that point.
While a VIN decoder can provide the model year that can suggest warranty status, verifying the actual warranty status usually requires direct contact with the manufacturer or dealer.
