You think sell your Bmw Serie 1? Or you just bought a Bmw Serie 1, therefore you would like do all the necessary paperwork ? But for that you need the car version but you don't know how to get it? Indeed it is practical for many things in particular the purchase of parts on the internet, but the concern is that we rarely know where to find this information. This is why in this article first we will tell you how to know the version of your car. Then we will list the things for which version is required.
Where can I find information about the version of my Bmw Serie 1?
To inform you about the version of your Bmw Serie 1, there are two possibilities. So we will lister for you to be able to get the version depending on the items you have in your possession.
Get the version of my Bmw Serie 1 with the registration card and the VIN code:
First of all when the car is yours, you must have a gray card. So a first solution would be to browse it to get this type of information.
The gray card contains the VIN code at the level of line E. That is to say Vehicle Identification Number, this code represents serial number of the car. So by using this code you will be able to find the version of the car. Indeed this code of 17 digits breaks down into 3 pieces, which are WMI (First 3 digits), VDS (Next 6 digits) and VIS (Last 8 digits). What will interest you the most is the VDS part, because it will inform you about the model but also general description of your car. You should know that it is also possible to find this code bottom left of the windshield but also on the engine block of your Bmw Serie 1.
Obtain the version of my Bmw Serie 1 with the help of the registration and the year of entry into service:
In the event that you cannot access the vehicle registration document, for whatever reason, then it is possible to use the registration number of your car. You will have to connect to accredited website of argus on which you can enter the registration. It will not provide you with the exact version of the car, but it will inform you on the model and also the month and year of registration. Thus you will be able from these indications and the finishes of the car, to inform you about the versions of Bmw Serie 1 published during this period.
Why should I search for the version of my Bmw 1 Series?
What can be the distinctions between two versions of a Bmw Serie 1:
You should know that from one year to the next, the models of Bmw Serie 1 evolve, which gives rise to new versions. In this case the modifications will be at the level of finishes and equipment, nevertheless in general a Bmw Serie 1 from one version to another keeps the basic properties. What will evolve will be around finishes, that is to say the paint, accessories, interior design (seat upholstery, dashboard, etc.), the options of the car such as bluetooth, air conditioning ... Thus manufacturers produce special versions who own more options and more worked finishes in order to provide increase the price of the model on certain versions and also to respond to another clientele.
The usefulness of knowing the version of my Bmw Serie 1:
When you want to buy a Bmw Serie 1:
Knowing the version of a Bmw Serie 1 will allow you estimate the price of the car. Therefore this can be useful if you want to the purchase a vehicle of this model. This way you will be able to inform you in advance about the price to have it in particular with argus. Indeed it can happen that the seller justifies a higher price because it is a question of a Bmw Serie 1 of a special version. However, it would often be careful to control on your own in order to avoid being duped. You can go on free government website : histovec.interior.gouv.fr to investigate your vehicle.
When you would like to sell your Bmw Serie 1:
Conversely if you wish to sell your car, it is useful to know the version to ask a reasonable price to buyers. To allow you estimate a suitable price you should browse the website of argus.
In the same way before selling a vehicle it is often advisable to make some repairs so as not to lower the price. Therefore for this you may have to buy spare parts on the internet, but the version of the car will make it possible to purchase the appropriate parts.
When you have just purchased a Bmw Serie 1 to complete the mandatory formalities:
Finally when you have acquired a vehicle, it is essential to register and take out car insurance. Be aware that when you do not do this and you are driving the vehicle, you will incur a fine of 500 € which can be reduced to 400 when you make payment within 15 days or amount up to 1000 € when you don't pay within 45 days. And it turns out that without the version it will be complicated to have insurance because it is part of the registration form.
To finish : it's important to know the version of your Bmw Serie 1, whether it is the purchase of spare parts or resale of the car but in particular to make purchase formalities of the car. Therefore now that you know it can simplify some steps.
If you wish to go a little further in the maintenance of your Bmw Serie 1, we invite you to consult our other articles on the Bmw 1 Series.
