335is or 435i?

boris · 04-22-2013, 07:54 PM

335is...

Maddict3 · 04-23-2013, 12:12 AM

I have a 2013 335IS and my cousin has a F30 335 and LOL. I've driven his F30 335 and not only does my IS feel faster but everytime we race I win.

The N54 engine is truly amazing. When tuned it produces more power than the N55.

The thing I hate the most about his F30 has to be the steering its just WAY too light for me even in the sportiest mode. Don't get me wrong its a great car but i've tried both and if I had to choose it would def be the 335IS.

One last thing lol 19 in 313 that you can get with the IS are just gorgeous. Drive both and you'll see what I'm talking about.

bmwaddict · 04-23-2013, 01:02 AM

wait a sec!!! the 335is HAS 20 more HP (factory) than the f30, so the IS will always outperform the f30 even before tune.

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Originally Posted by Maddict3

I have a 2013 335IS and my cousin has a F30 335 and LOL. I've driven his F30 335 and not only does my IS feel faster but everytime we race I win.

The N54 engine is truly amazing. When tuned it produces more power than the N55.

The thing I hate the most about his F30 has to be the steering its just WAY too light for me even in the sportiest mode. Don't get me wrong its a great car but i've tried both and if I had to choose it would def be the 335IS.

One last thing lol 19 in 313 that you can get with the IS are just gorgeous. Drive both and you'll see what I'm talking about.

Maddict3 · 04-23-2013, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by bmwaddict

wait a sec!!! the 335is HAS 20 more HP (factory) than the f30, so the IS will always outperform the f30 even before tune.

Right thats why he should get the 335is

lol. N54 has Way more support and tune-ability.

N54 has two independent turbos >N55 Is twinpower turbo (a single twin-scroll turbo).

Maddict3 · 04-23-2013, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by tres

get the is the n54 is king

+1

Revlis · 04-23-2013, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Matts335coupe

I got it with the full intention of getting a 4 when it comes out.

I appreciate and admire your automotive A.D.D... Do you work at a BMW Dealership or just a short attention span?

Here's to hoping the 4 series kicks butt, I'd be really pleased if I end up feeling like I'm missing out on the 4 series.

nukezero · 04-24-2013, 01:01 AM

buying a 2014 435i is about as good as buying a 2007 335i.

what does that mean? Huge problems with the car, being first year model.

I bet it'll have subframe problems, transmission leak problems, injector, hpfp, motor mount and bushing problems. But hey, go ahead and be the guinea pig because we need these people to uncover the defects so that the 3rd and 4th year models will be crystal clear of these defects.

marcus321 · 04-24-2013, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by nukezero

buying a 2014 435i is about as good as buying a 2007 335i.

what does that mean? Huge problems with the car, being first year model.

I bet it'll have subframe problems, transmission leak problems, injector, hpfp, motor mount and bushing problems. But hey, go ahead and be the guinea pig because we need these people to uncover the defects so that the 3rd and 4th year models will be crystal clear of these defects.

umm isnt it just getting the n55? Tranny, injectors, hpfp, etc should all be the same...

ELiTeNeSs · 04-24-2013, 08:52 PM

335is all the way, I don't like the look of the 4 series.

luisalbertoga · 04-26-2013, 08:46 PM

just tried an f30 (328xi) loaner for 1.5 days this week.

I didn't like at all the steering wheel sensation, nothing like my current e90 328xi... as others are mentioning, even in sport mode the car didn't provide the same feedback as the previous 3 series.

I don't mind the "tablet suck in the dashboard", although I have to say that I had quite a bit of trouble to find a good spot for my GPS... granted it is a 6" TomTom gps... (guess I like tablets nears the dashboards!)

The engine was responsive... but not in the same way as in my e90... and definitely the sound of the 4 cylinders... jezzz I don't know how they were allowed to have a 328 with 4 cylinders!!!

I would go for the 335is... no doubts, much more rounded product. As someone was saying, buying a new model is not typically a good idea... let someone else test it out, complain, make modifications, improvements... and then you will have a great solid product!

Lifted07Duramax · 04-26-2013, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by N55

If I had to choose right now between the two (I already own a 335is) I would choose neither and choose a 2012-2013 E92 M3... Hands Down...

Why? Theyre slow

tennis_pr0 · 04-26-2013, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Mardio

I had the same situation. The steering feel on the f30 was vague and I did not care for it when I went on a test drive (even in sport mode). I was also afraid the new 4 would have the hideous front end like the f30. Also I am in the minority when I say I like the simple interior of the e92. Lastly I felt an IS might hold its value better since its a limited edition. Test drive one, the dct and torque will blow you away. My two cents...

Have you seen the new interior of the 2013 models? I don't know but it just looks unsymmetrical all over the place...I like the e90 interior much more...and yeah the front end no way...

N55 · 04-27-2013, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Lifted07Duramax

Why? Theyre slow

Why? Handling, Styling, High Revving......

For me, a ESS Supercharger would be plenty fast enough.

N8N · 04-27-2013, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Lifted07Duramax

Why? Theyre slow

Because V8!

I guess that's my inner redneck showing... I love the sound of a good straight six (and really, a 335i is intoxicating when you get on it) but I remember hearing a Lime Rock M3 firing up and I think I just kinds stood there for a good 45 seconds... sounded more like an old 340 Duster than a BMW, in a seriously good way. Yes, I would rock a 340 all day long.

hemi to e90 · 04-27-2013, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by N55

Why? Handling, Styling, High Revving......

For me, a ESS Supercharger would be plenty fast enough.

that last part is a 10-15k sentence. which is crazy.

ps, if this is a purchase, you will probably take a bath on it, despite the fact that the 335is is limited production.

j1013 · 04-29-2013, 11:31 AM

Like the look for the 4 series. When will it be available in the US? Possible ED when it is first released?

fullypaid · 06-15-2013, 08:46 PM

I would wait if you are going to go brand new. I have a 2009 335I Coupe with the trimmings 19" factory rims, M kit, etc... I can tell you that you will be wasting your time. Cuz nothing change drastically from 09 to 13 really. but the 4 edition gives more space and very little extra features but worth the wait...

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Originally Posted by eddierod

Hey guys I'm having a tough time deciding if I should place an order on a 335is real soon or wait for the 4 series to come out but I'm worried if i wait for it I might not like it as much compared to the IS and be stuck on regretting my decision not to get a new IS when I could've. What do you guys think? Thoughts appreciated. Thanks

Lifted07Duramax · 06-15-2013, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by N8N

Because V8!

I guess that's my inner redneck showing... I love the sound of a good straight six (and really, a 335i is intoxicating when you get on it) but I remember hearing a Lime Rock M3 firing up and I think I just kinds stood there for a good 45 seconds... sounded more like an old 340 Duster than a BMW, in a seriously good way. Yes, I would rock a 340 all day long.

Video? Or one off YouTube that sounds like it

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04-23-2013, 12:12 AM	#24
Maddict3 Major 193 Rep 1,292 Posts Drives: 2015 991 GT3 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Miami iTrader: (0)	I have a 2013 335IS and my cousin has a F30 335 and LOL. I've driven his F30 335 and not only does my IS feel faster but everytime we race I win. The N54 engine is truly amazing. When tuned it produces more power than the N55. The thing I hate the most about his F30 has to be the steering its just WAY too light for me even in the sportiest mode. Don't get me wrong its a great car but i've tried both and if I had to choose it would def be the 335IS. One last thing lol 19 in 313 that you can get with the IS are just gorgeous. Drive both and you'll see what I'm talking about.
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04-24-2013, 01:01 AM	#29
nukezero Major 354 Rep 1,465 Posts Drives: BMW 3 series Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Irvine iTrader: (8)	buying a 2014 435i is about as good as buying a 2007 335i. what does that mean? Huge problems with the car, being first year model. I bet it'll have subframe problems, transmission leak problems, injector, hpfp, motor mount and bushing problems. But hey, go ahead and be the guinea pig because we need these people to uncover the defects so that the 3rd and 4th year models will be crystal clear of these defects. Last edited by nukezero; 04-24-2013 at 01:11 AM..
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04-26-2013, 08:46 PM	#32
luisalbertoga Enlisted Member 4 Rep 43 Posts Drives: bmw 330d Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Madrid-Spain iTrader: (0)	just tried an f30 (328xi) loaner for 1.5 days this week. I didn't like at all the steering wheel sensation, nothing like my current e90 328xi... as others are mentioning, even in sport mode the car didn't provide the same feedback as the previous 3 series. I don't mind the "tablet suck in the dashboard", although I have to say that I had quite a bit of trouble to find a good spot for my GPS... granted it is a 6" TomTom gps... (guess I like tablets nears the dashboards!) The engine was responsive... but not in the same way as in my e90... and definitely the sound of the 4 cylinders... jezzz I don't know how they were allowed to have a 328 with 4 cylinders!!! I would go for the 335is... no doubts, much more rounded product. As someone was saying, buying a new model is not typically a good idea... let someone else test it out, complain, make modifications, improvements... and then you will have a great solid product!
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j1013 Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 328iXdrive Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	When will the 4 series be available? Like the look for the 4 series. When will it be available in the US? Possible ED when it is first released?
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