Open cockpit ///M3 pilot
If you had to do it again...
If you had the choice to do it again, would you still choose an ///M3?
I bought a new 03 M3 SMG Cab. at the beginning of last year and have never second guessed my self once about the purchase.
I now have the opportunity to, if you will, start over and have serious influence in the purchase another similar vehicle.
What opinions do you all have about the 6 series w/SMG or the MB CLK55? No flames please, and yes, I know the MB only comes with a slushbox. Any other ideas for the sports coupe market?
Thank you all for any ideas that you have...
"If I were flying my plane, I'd be there already"
M driver
Get a Coupe E46 M3, you'll see the difference between the two cars. BTW I've driven both for a good period of time.
Open cockpit ///M3 pilot
Someone suggested the new Masserati? Maybe...
"If I were flying my plane, I'd be there already"
The Hammer
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I'd get another M3...
Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by hundreds of engineers that get paid thousands of dollars for something you bought at Pep Boys because your buddy who doesn't have a job told you it was 'better'?!?
Banned
M3 coupe and conv. and completely different cars. If you seek more performance get an M3 Coupe 6 speed, forget the SMG. Put some suspension and engine mods on the car, wheels/tires and a UUC Evo3 and you will be thrilled with the results.
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I'd go for a used Maserati Coupe. You can pick them up in the low 70's. Very practical. Very powerful. Very good looking.
-Jarrett
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M3 simply because the MB has an auto. End of story.
Sweeeeeeeeet
I would have got the SMG... kicking myself ever since.......:
~Jonny
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For around $80k, I'd look at Porsches. The C4S, Targa, and Turbo models all are being marked down like crazy. Some people end up saving 10-15k on those.
Imola Red/Black M3 Coupe
Open cockpit ///M3 pilot
I like your idea Raptor. I have always wanted a 911 C4S. Just afraid that they were a little too pricey ~$95,000. Also I'm not sure about the daily driveability of a Porsche...
"If I were flying my plane, I'd be there already"
BMW enthusiast
I would not trade my M3 for ANYTHING except for a M3 GTR Streetversion or possibly a M3 CSL.
03 ///M3 SG
Bilstein PSS9/ TMS RSM's/ Autosolutions Ultra SSK/ TMS Sways/ SuperSprint Exhaust/ SS X-pipe/ R.E. TM's/ OEM CSL diffuser/ Recaro Sports in custom black suede/ OEM CSL brakes/ TMS rear camber arms/ Camber plates/ rear trailing arm bearings
The Hammer
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The C4S is on par with the M3... just more expensive. And a Porsche is very daily driveable. The only downside is, for the higher price, you are really giving up the backseat and trunk space.Originally posted by PB_M3
I like your idea Raptor. I have always wanted a 911 C4S. Just afraid that they were a little too pricey ~$95,000. Also I'm not sure about the daily driveability of a Porsche...
I've never heard of anybody that had any problems with Porsche driveability or trackability. Just stay away from the Porsche Ceramic Brakes.
The biggest problem with a Porsche is the higher price... and then the freakin' 30 page option book you have to go through to pick out options for your car... the options can easily add another 15-20k to the car. I think the Porsche Power package alone is $15k
Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by hundreds of engineers that get paid thousands of dollars for something you bought at Pep Boys because your buddy who doesn't have a job told you it was 'better'?!?
Open cockpit ///M3 pilot
I would have to pass on the X51 package...Your right Kev, when I configured a car yesterday at porsche.com, the options alone, including full carbon(fiber) interior package came out to well over $110,000
"If I were flying my plane, I'd be there already"
Open cockpit ///M3 pilot
any thoughts on saving a couple $40,000 and etting a Mini w/ S Works package? It would have to be Silver with black stripes and fully loaded of course.
"If I were flying my plane, I'd be there already"
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for 80k you could probly find a nice used 355
Later,
Eric
357 essw ( economy sport super widebody ) built by
E-Fab Motorsports
M driver
M5?
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How about a Lotus Elise for, what is it, $48k?
Imola Red/Black M3 Coupe
The Hammer
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It's FWD... and while a very capable car, I doubt you would be happy with it. You'd be taking a serious hit in the power/braking department. Handling is pretty good, but you'd need to throw a whole lot of aftermarket parts at it to make it comparable.Originally posted by PB_M3
any thoughts on saving a couple $40,000 and etting a Mini w/ S Works package? It would have to be Silver with black stripes and fully loaded of course.
Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by hundreds of engineers that get paid thousands of dollars for something you bought at Pep Boys because your buddy who doesn't have a job told you it was 'better'?!?
Member
masserati all the way, def. get the coupe though
Open cockpit ///M3 pilot
What about a CayenneS or a V8 Toureg?
"If I were flying my plane, I'd be there already"
The Hammer
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Definitely not in the sport car segment... but I have a Toureg (only the V6 version), and it's pretty nifty... but it's got a few "bugs". But I guess that's to be expected w/ a first MY vehicle.Originally posted by PB_M3
What about a CayenneS or a V8 Toureg?
If you get either... my suggestions. Get the V8 and get the adjustable ride height suspension...
Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by hundreds of engineers that get paid thousands of dollars for something you bought at Pep Boys because your buddy who doesn't have a job told you it was 'better'?!?
Open cockpit ///M3 pilot
Kev-
What bugs have you noticed with your toureg?
The V8 feels bit more sporty than the V6 for sure. (I drove both)
I also liked on the V8, that I could lower the ride height with a knob in the center console. The Air Suspension also acts similar to the Mercedes Active Body Control system.
"If I were flying my plane, I'd be there already"
The Hammer
Administrator
On the T'reg... the bugs include...Originally posted by PB_M3
Kev-
What bugs have you noticed with your toureg?
The V8 feels bit more sporty than the V6 for sure. (I drove both)
I also liked on the V8, that I could lower the ride height with a knob in the center console. The Air Suspension also acts similar to the Mercedes Active Body Control system.
DRLs.
The fact that the steering wheel will not control the radio if any of the doors are open.
The seatbelt ding every 60 seconds
The NAV system is slow... really slow, and the NAV disc goes in the front CD slot. So if you have a NAV disc, you can only use the optional 6disc changer in the rear.
The fact you can't use the in-dash menu if the car is moving.
The seat doesn't go back far enough.
The compass located by the sunroof controls seems to have a mind of it's own.
The door is ajar warning... holy crap that's annoying. The lights on warning too...
That's all I can think of... otherwise it's a pretty good vehicle so far. Oh... and I can vouch for the fact that it can wade through huge amounts of water.
Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by hundreds of engineers that get paid thousands of dollars for something you bought at Pep Boys because your buddy who doesn't have a job told you it was 'better'?!?
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Why would u get an M3 coupe of you have an vert? That makes no sense. Sure, they are differnt cars, but nowhere near as different as your m3 vert and a Maserati or 911 or something along those lines. If I were you, I would see the vert as the nice car and get something a little more extreme for the other car. I'd go for an Elise or a 993 gt2 or a 996 gt3 or a used 355. The Maserati is kinda pimp, but it's not really any sportier than your current car. Good luck.
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