BADVIN vehicle history report for
1997 BMW 3 SERIESVIN: WBACD4321VAV49873
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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 WBACD4321VAV49873
Latest reported mileage: 531 mi
Below you can see some examples of what these records could look like.
2022-11-03
2 years ago
116,212 mi
TOTAL LOSS VEHICLE
Collision damage reported
Collision damage reported
2021-12-03
3 years ago
17,779 mi
Duplicate title issued
REBUILT TITLE ISSUED
REBUILT TITLE ISSUED
2021-08-27
3 years ago
43,695 mi
Accident reported: minor damage with another motor vehicle
Damage to rear
Damage to rear
1997 BMW 328I AUTOM
sold
| Year | 1997 |
| Title | Hidden text (Hidden text) |
| ODO | 6853 mi (Hidden text) |
| Damage | Hidden text |
| Seller | Hidden text (Hidden text) |
| Location | Trenton, NJ, 08610 |
| Date | ended 10 years ago sold for $952 |
| Sale Website Type | salvage or insurance auction |
sale information provided by user #820745
Tech Specs
| Body Style | SEDAN 4D |
| Color | GREEN |
| 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.
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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.
You can scroll the table horizontally to see all columns.
| 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
Accident reports might detail the occurrence, damage severity, and repairs, offering insights into the operational history of the 1997 BMW, if such data is documented.
The frequency of oil changes, a crucial aspect of vehicle maintenance, might be documented in the service history section of our reports, if records are available.
New vehicles often depreciate quickly due to rapid advancements in technology and consumer preference for the latest features, which make older models less desirable.
A Monroney label, commonly known as a window sticker, provides detailed information about a vehicle's specifications, features, and pricing when new.
The window sticker details the destination charges for a 1997 BMW 3 SERIES, which are the fees associated with delivering the vehicle from the manufacturer to the dealership.
Use as a police or taxi vehicle, if noted, indicates high-intensity use which may affect the 1997 BMW vehicle's condition and lifespan, if such use is documented.
Keeping your vehicle for about three to five years can optimize its resale value, balancing depreciation with usage and maintenance costs.
A used car might not have a window sticker because it is only legally required on new vehicles; once the vehicle is sold initially, the label might be removed or lost.
Yes, a VIN decoder can often determine if specific safety technologies are equipped on a 1997 BMW 3 SERIES based on the trim and optional equipment codes within the VIN.
The 'country of origin' in a VIN, indicated by the first one to three characters, tells you where the vehicle was built, which could influence parts availability and design standards.
