i want a 4 door RWD again.

lemming · 01-30-2008, 06:00 PM

i'm open to suggestions.

i'm thinking 335i, CTS, CTS-V, G8, 535i.....any other thoughts or feedback?

after living with 2 doors again, it's a pain in the neck. and i did that math for fuel efficiency and it's not really notable moneys spent additionally for gas to get something that would be a little roomier and obviously faster.

being green and economical would be nice side benefits, but....

SCA · 01-30-2008, 06:08 PM

My vote is for a 335i.

The 535i is nice too, but honestly, the E60 is still one fugly BMW.

John V · 01-30-2008, 06:09 PM

You obviously sold the CTS-V for a reason. What was it?

The new CTS seems nice, but way too heavy for what it is. The G8 appears to get you more of the good stuff for less money.

335 / 535 - haven't you complained before about having an open diff in the winter months? The 535 is too fugly for me to ever consider one. The 335 is a great car, even though I really wish they'd graft the coupe front end onto the sedans. They're starting to look pretty dated.

So... G8?

Theo · 01-30-2008, 06:10 PM

I still want to see the G8 in person and sit in it. I was not happy it was not at the SF auto show.

The lady at the pontiac booth told me there were only two on the show car circut in all of the US.

Theo · 01-30-2008, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by John V

The 335 is a great car, even though I really wish they'd graft the coupe front end onto the sedans. They're starting to look pretty dated.

Dated by the third model year is not a good sign.

JST · 01-30-2008, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by lemming

i'm open to suggestions.

i'm thinking 335i, CTS, CTS-V, G8, 535i.....any other thoughts or feedback?

after living with 2 doors again, it's a pain in the neck. and i did that math for fuel efficiency and it's not really notable moneys spent additionally for gas to get something that would be a little roomier and obviously faster.

being green and economical would be nice side benefits, but....

You've had a CTS-V, so not that. The new one won't be out for, what, 8 months? The G8 won't be out with a stick until that timeframe, at least, and probably longer.

The 535 is...um, why? Unless you need lots of space, the 335 is cheaper, faster, better looking and cheaper. And faster. And drives better.

If you want a new car now, 335 or CTS 3.6. If you can wait until Jan. 09 then CTS-V or M3 sedan. Not that I've been giving either of those cars any thought at all.

FWIW, I like the 335 and am deeply impressed with it. Moreover, beyond adding an LSD I cannot think of many ways that I would change it. That said, it doesn't fill me with passion.

John V · 01-30-2008, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by TBM3C

Dated by the third model year is not a good sign.

Just my opinion, I'm sure many will disagree. I think the coupes look amazing.

Rob · 01-30-2008, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by John V

Just my opinion, I'm sure many will disagree. I think the coupes look amazing.

No doubt. I think the sedans look much better and even on the "my car is the only RIGHT choice" boards, I have not heard anybody buy John call them dated.

Of course, waiting for the Aphrodite Leader to show up with my own version of the dated front end could sway my opinion (or just be an example of how much I disagree).

Rob · 01-30-2008, 06:26 PM

Lemming, I will sell you my 328i for cheap in about a month. It will give you everything you need until the CTS-V or M3s are available.

SCA · 01-30-2008, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by John V

Just my opinion, I'm sure many will disagree. I think the coupes look amazing.

Yup... to each his own. When you stare at the coupe all day it resembles a jap import (Honda).

I like the 1er coupe, but seriously... it looks dated before it has even been launched in the US.

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lemming Western Anomaly Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: White Orca Posts: 16,612	i want a 4 door RWD again. i'm open to suggestions. i'm thinking 335i, CTS, CTS-V, G8, 535i.....any other thoughts or feedback? after living with 2 doors again, it's a pain in the neck. and i did that math for fuel efficiency and it's not really notable moneys spent additionally for gas to get something that would be a little roomier and obviously faster. being green and economical would be nice side benefits, but.... __________________

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Theo Crazy Old Man Join Date: Dec 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: M2C Stick Posts: 6,021	I still want to see the G8 in person and sit in it. I was not happy it was not at the SF auto show. The lady at the pontiac booth told me there were only two on the show car circut in all of the US. __________________ Searching

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SCA Jaded Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 9,046	My vote is for a 335i. The 535i is nice too, but honestly, the E60 is still one fugly BMW.

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John V No more BMWs Join Date: Apr 2005 Carmudgeonly Ride: Ram, MS3, CX-5, RX-8 Location: Glenwood, MD Posts: 14,753	You obviously sold the CTS-V for a reason. What was it? The new CTS seems nice, but way too heavy for what it is. The G8 appears to get you more of the good stuff for less money. 335 / 535 - haven't you complained before about having an open diff in the winter months? The 535 is too fugly for me to ever consider one. The 335 is a great car, even though I really wish they'd graft the coupe front end onto the sedans. They're starting to look pretty dated. So... G8?

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Rob The user formerly known as rwg Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: Z4 Location: Vegas baby! Posts: 8,261	Lemming, I will sell you my 328i for cheap in about a month. It will give you everything you need until the CTS-V or M3s are available.