I just returned from the doctor and. . .

Tom Droze · 04-10-2015, 09:33 PM

I have been diagnosed with M3 Fever! I am hoping a cure is found before it's too late and I take the plunge. Words of wisdom and encouragement are gladly being accepted. Thanks fellas!

Taskmaster · 04-10-2015, 09:42 PM

Do it.

Tom Droze · 04-10-2015, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by TheAxiom

Do it.

My mamma warned me about people like you!

Taskmaster · 04-10-2015, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom Droze

My mamma warned me about people like you!

She is a wise woman!
Give me your N52 parts and get that M. Just make sure it's something you can afford - maintenance, gas, insurance etc. More to a car than just buying it.

mauibuilt_328 · 04-10-2015, 10:20 PM

YOLO

Fundguy1 · 04-10-2015, 10:27 PM

Save yourself some coin. Get a 335, add a tune. Upgrade the suspension, and you'll perform the same, have better mileage, and $10k in your pocket.

mmmnot · 04-10-2015, 10:48 PM

I bet you won't.

MiguelTavares · 04-10-2015, 10:59 PM

Hahah! Thanks for the laugh!

E46driver · 04-10-2015, 11:17 PM

Just Do It.

Tom Droze · 04-10-2015, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Fundguy1

Save yourself some coin. Get a 335, add a tune. Upgrade the suspension, and you'll perform the same, have better mileage, and $10k in your pocket.

But I want the roar of a V-8... And it doesn't mean I'm driving one home tomorrow. If I'm going to drop (+/-) $40K on a car, I'm going to get what I want, and for the right price. The good news is I have the cash, the luxury of time, and maybe just maybe the fever will pass. By the way, it's no coincidence I have owned my 328i exactly one year, as the new car fever seems to come along with Spring fever.

So far I have stopped at the BMW dealer, I've been searching through Craigslist, The Auto Trader, and eBay; and I'm currently bidding on one on eBay, though the price will most likely exceed my self-imposed price ceiling.

Needbmwpartzz · 04-11-2015, 12:05 AM

Oh your chasing the dragon......once your hooked your life will never be the same.
Let's hope your wallet can keep up.....if not see you on skid row

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Fundguy1 · 04-11-2015, 12:14 AM

Up to you. If you have $40k to blow I wouldn't be looking M3. I was recently shopping and found an M5 and an M6 vert, both under 75k miles, both under $25k. both with a much better growl than an M3. Just saying.

StealYourFace · 04-11-2015, 12:40 AM

Never easy trying to apply logic to a highly illogical decision but here goes....

The cheaper the M3, the less you have to lose. So lets say you compromise a little and buy a pretty nice 08/09 with like 60,000 miles for say, $27,000.

Once M3s hit the mid $20's, they tend to hold a much higher % of their value.

So you buy the 08/09 for $27k. Immediately spend $1500 on new crank bearings to protect your investment, plus another $1500 for other basic maintenance it may need and you are at $30k for your car. Drive and enjoy it for ... I don't know ...4 years, all while keeping it clean and well kept. At that point let's say the car now has 95,000 miles but still in good shape and with a recent maintenance history. Is it reasonable to presume you can sell the car for $22,000? Basing what I see well kept 100,000 mile e46 M3s, I would day that $22,000 is a safe(ish) bet.

So for $8,000 in depreciation, you drove a lusty V8 M3 for 4 years.

A new 335i would lease for approx $400/mo. That is $19,600 for 4 years. That is $11,600 more for the 4 years! The 335i will be cheaper to keep up, so lets call it $10,000 more. Is the new 335i literally worth double to drive over that 4 year period of time?

Only you can be the judge...

hassmaschine · 04-11-2015, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Fundguy1

Save yourself some coin. Get a 335, add a tune. Upgrade the suspension, and you'll perform the same, have better mileage, and $10k in your pocket.

Sorry but a 335 can't compare to an NA V8. There's way more to an M3 than horsepower.

E46driver · 04-11-2015, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Fundguy1

Up to you. If you have $40k to blow I wouldn't be looking M3. I was recently shopping and found an M5 and an M6 vert, both under 75k miles, both under $25k. both with a much better growl than an M3. Just saying.

I'm assuming that your talking about the s85 powered ones and honestly as nice as the powertrain is.. The interiors and electronics are just a little dated and on top of that the maintenance on those cars must not be enjoyable. Given the choice I'd still be opting for an e9x m3(pref e92) but really you can't go wrong with any of them.

Tom Droze · 04-11-2015, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by hassmaschine

Sorry but a 335 can't compare to an NA V8. There's way more to an M3 than horsepower.

I have absolutely no interest in a 335i. But I suppose, as a fallback, I could pay a visit to ESS Tuning (supercharger), as they are local to me. There are a couple of 2008 supercharged M3s for sale that are local to me. Hmmmmm...

#Tee · 04-11-2015, 01:40 AM

dooett...some girl or boy texting while driving can crash into you tomo and kill you. enjoy what you can while you can. just a car.

bimmette · 04-11-2015, 01:41 AM

If you've got the cash, do it!

Fundguy1 · 04-11-2015, 02:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hassmaschine

Sorry but a 335 can't compare to an NA V8. There's way more to an M3 than horsepower.

I know. I almost traded in for one. Test drove it. Scared the dealer. Wasn't impressed for the money.

Fundguy1 · 04-11-2015, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Tom Droze

I have absolutely no interest in a 335i. But I suppose, as a fallback, I could pay a visit to ESS Tuning (supercharger), as they are local to me. There are a couple of 2008 supercharged M3s for sale that are local to me. Hmmmmm...

335 can still make more power than ess m3. That was my plan when I was pricing it out and comparing.

hassmaschine · 04-11-2015, 08:03 AM

there again. it's not all about power... 335 trolls. :|

mmmnot · 04-11-2015, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by hassmaschine

there again. it's not all about power... 335 trolls. :|

I call it v8 envy

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Fundguy1 Major General 2042 Rep 8,339 Posts Drives: 335 e93 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Orlando, fl iTrader: (0)	Up to you. If you have $40k to blow I wouldn't be looking M3. I was recently shopping and found an M5 and an M6 vert, both under 75k miles, both under $25k. both with a much better growl than an M3. Just saying. __________________ '08 e93 AW 335i 6MT,Vargas Stg 2+ 20T clipped,VRSF catless dps & 7"FMIC,ER chargepipe&Tial, MMP inlets&outlets,Motiv Stg 2 fuel rail&dual disc clutch/fly, JB4G5,MHD w/Motiv tune,Fuel-it Stg 3 LPFP,Wavetrac LSD w/lockdown, KwV2,M3(Strut brace,frt control arms,steering wheel)AKE blk sub bush,re11 245/305,19x8.5et30&19x11et43,SmartTop,RE trans mounts,Msport rear bump & skirts,15%tint,ZSP knob,Stoptech rotors,241k miles Last edited by Fundguy1; 04-11-2015 at 12:32 AM..
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