The BMW you want in your life...

MEGA · 02-26-2010, 07:44 AM

Interlagos red M5 with SMG.

creepy coupe · 02-26-2010, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by NFS

http://www.carthrottle.com/bmw-z4-sd...-is-not-a-z4m/

UK BMW dealers are trying to drum up orders for these.

Interesting, sounds like the same power upgrade as for the new E92.

creepy coupe · 02-26-2010, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by kizzz

Tbh i cant even believe you are comparing the N54 to a V8 engine. .

I'm not fussed what configuration of engine it has, it's how it feels to me in everyday use.

On a different subject Kizz, where did you get your 710's from?

Jules6 · 02-26-2010, 08:46 AM

M3 Coupe every time for me. Dakar yellow.(shows off the carbon roof nicely too)

kizzz · 02-26-2010, 09:12 AM

Was a company called designer wheels. Heard some dodgy stories bout them on forum after i got mine so exercise caution

Back on topic, i have an m6 in the household aswell and the m3 is much much more relaxed to drive the visibility and size of the 6 series does hamper joy on a country lane.

Steve A · 02-26-2010, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by kizzz

Was a company called designer wheels. Heard some dodgy stories bout them on forum after i got mine so exercise caution

Back on topic, i have an m6 in the household aswell and the m3 is much much more relaxed to drive the visibility and size of the 6 series does hamper joy on a country lane.

It is funny how people see things differently.

I thought my M6 was much more comfortable to drive than the E92 M3, and the sound of the V10 at full chat, and the pull at 8500rpm, leaves the M3 for dead. (in a straightline race)

I think Creepycoupe means more torque available low down in the N54 without changing gear, so its much easier to access the available power quicker and in a more relaxed driving stile for day to day use.

I do think if the N54 was put in an M3 and tuned upto 375hp that it would be quicker for the average driver than the M3

But the caveat in all this is the loss of the engine noise. for noise the V8 kills the N54

ed335d · 02-26-2010, 09:49 AM

Mine!

zltm089 · 02-26-2010, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by creepy coupe

Which model is that, I thought the 35is was a 306 bhp same as the 335i ?

check out the bmw website!.....its 340bhp and 0-60 in 4.8 secs!!!>...

I also though that the z4 "top of the range" was the 306bhp engine same as the 335i....but looks like they've got a 340bhp engine now!...

zltm089 · 02-26-2010, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by NFS

http://www.carthrottle.com/bmw-z4-sd...-is-not-a-z4m/

UK BMW dealers are trying to drum up orders for these.

Looks like Audi TTRS got some competition now!!!...

gIzzE · 02-26-2010, 10:55 AM

Three cars that appeal at the moment for me, none of them on your list though.

530xd GT as a family wagon to replace the Quattro A6 or the new Alpina B3s Touring, 400hp and a 0-60mph time of 4.5 seconds, all in complete comfort and a little different.

The new M1, this is going to rock and has far, far more appeal then the M3 does for me.

zltm089 · 02-26-2010, 10:58 AM

Is a new M1 coming out???.......NOW THIS WOULD BE AN UPGRADE!!!>...

MEGA · 02-26-2010, 11:12 AM

Its a 1 series M. IE a "BMW 1M". Not a replacement of the M1.
(Think of the X6M naming convention .. for instance )
But it looks like it will be awesome.

SiKkBaSs · 02-26-2010, 11:19 AM

As a fanboy BMW will NEVER be considered amazing since it lacks a REAL supercar. When will they pull their finger out and release an R8, Merc Black Edition beater?? If Audi and Merc can do it I'm sure BMW can. The sector BMW currently provides seems to be a "comfort" zone for them atm and even still they're being caught by the Audi's.

RagingKileak · 02-26-2010, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by kizzz

Tbh i cant even believe you are comparing the N54 to a V8 engine. Fair enough its a good engine but i think your living with blinkers on, there is nothing wrong with shifting at 5k rpm during daily driving, it does take time getting used to it though.

Although I realise I am taking you out of context here, I wouldn't compare the older Audi V8's (ala the S4) with a slightly rotten turnip, let alone an N54.

The M3's V8 though? I dunno anything about it to be honest!!

Matt

mikeysix · 02-26-2010, 11:54 AM

E90 m3 in sepang bronze on saddle brown leather. Coilovers, 20" hartge classic 2's. Some tints and carbon goodies. Perfect motor for me!

SiKkBaSs · 02-26-2010, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by mikeysix

E90 m3 in sepang bronze on saddle brown leather. Coilovers, 20" hartge classic 2's. Some tints and carbon goodies. Perfect motor for me!

No offence but that colour is gross! IMO

gIzzE · 02-26-2010, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeysix

E90 m3 in sepang bronze on saddle brown leather. Coilovers, 20" hartge classic 2's. Some tints and carbon goodies. Perfect motor for me!

I am sure if one comes up for sale it will be cheap as chips so you will have no excuse!!

gIzzE · 02-26-2010, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by SiKkBaSs

...that colour is gross! IMO

Far more to the point!!

I actually like Sepang sometimes...

kizzz · 02-26-2010, 12:15 PM

My M3 is putting out about 460bhp and the M6 could still walk away from it without trying. With eisenmann exhaust aswell its spine tingling at full chat. However i dont think the chassis is as balanced as the M3.

I think its a more comfortable long distance car for 2 people, however the rear seats are only for short journeys unless there are kids.

I had a 340bhp 410lb/ft focus st before my m3 and am fully aware on how important torque is however i think u adapt to a different style of driving when you have a n/a car.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve A

It is funny how people see things differently.

I thought my M6 was much more comfortable to drive than the E92 M3, and the sound of the V10 at full chat, and the pull at 8500rpm, leaves the M3 for dead. (in a straightline race)

I think Creepycoupe means more torque available low down in the N54 without changing gear, so its much easier to access the available power quicker and in a more relaxed driving stile for day to day use.

I do think if the N54 was put in an M3 and tuned upto 375hp that it would be quicker for the average driver than the M3

But the caveat in all this is the loss of the engine noise. for noise the V8 kills the N54

SiKkBaSs · 02-26-2010, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by gIzzE

Give me that in any other colour any day of the week!

zltm089 · 02-26-2010, 01:43 PM

BMW 335i rules!....hahaha

Sepang bronze is nice.... duno why Sunni doesn't like it?...not gangsta enuff 4 u? lol

SiKkBaSs · 02-26-2010, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by zltm089

BMW 335i rules!....hahaha

Sepang bronze is nice.... duno why Sunni doesn't like it?...not gangsta enuff 4 u? lol

OMG that's a quality vid...skipped to about halfway and thought the 335i was coupe. Only to realise later it was an E90. Can you mod up an E90 Pre LCI 335i to the same as say for example E92Fan's with LSD's, proper brakes, nukes under the bonnet and NOs

and get the same performance as you would from a coupe?? If so I think I know what BMW I'll buy next...E90 Pre LCI

The bronze looks wrong Kev...I'm surprised you like it. Definitely not gangsta enough. It's not even subtle...very very acquired taste from my POV!

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02-26-2010, 07:44 AM	#23
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02-26-2010, 08:46 AM	#26
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02-26-2010, 09:12 AM	#27
kizzz Enlisted Member 0 Rep 46 Posts Drives: BMW M3 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK iTrader: (1)	Was a company called designer wheels. Heard some dodgy stories bout them on forum after i got mine so exercise caution Back on topic, i have an m6 in the household aswell and the m3 is much much more relaxed to drive the visibility and size of the 6 series does hamper joy on a country lane. __________________ GTR- 612bhp, 570lbs/ft
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02-26-2010, 09:49 AM	#29
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02-26-2010, 10:55 AM	#32
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02-26-2010, 10:58 AM	#33
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02-26-2010, 11:12 AM	#34
MEGA Dieseasal 213 Rep 6,881 Posts Drives: LCI E92 335d M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Harrow, London iTrader: (2)	Its a 1 series M. IE a "BMW 1M". Not a replacement of the M1. (Think of the X6M naming convention .. for instance ) But it looks like it will be awesome. __________________ Previously: 2003 Peugeot 206 1.6 8v \| 2006 E90 320d M-Sport, 19" BBS CH, Full Ice-cold JL audio install, August 2010 Total BMW 6 page feature car. \| 2003 Nissan 350Z GT Coupe 286BHP Now:2010 E92 LCI 335d M-Sport
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02-26-2010, 11:19 AM	#35
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02-26-2010, 11:54 AM	#37
mikeysix Lieutenant 28 Rep 488 Posts Drives: G87 M2 LCI Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Kirkcaldy iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 e90 2.0d m sport [0.00]	E90 m3 in sepang bronze on saddle brown leather. Coilovers, 20" hartge classic 2's. Some tints and carbon goodies. Perfect motor for me!
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02-26-2010, 01:43 PM	#43
zltm089 Banned 267 Rep 7,686 Posts Drives: 335i SE Coupe Space Grey Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: LONDON iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 BMW 335i [10.00]	BMW 335i rules!....hahaha Sepang bronze is nice.... duno why Sunni doesn't like it?...not gangsta enuff 4 u? lol
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