Uk525i

Any of the new ones. That way you'll know it hasn't been abused. Also because you will get the full warranty, which you will probably need!

Dp1363

I agree the 3 series is fun to drive....for a few minutes but I found the 3 series too tight for long term driving. Just depends on whether you will like the sport feel of the 3 or the luxury/sport feel of the 530i. I also found the 330i to be loud, if you are looking for a sport feel, including the sport sound of the engine then the 3 is the way to go. As for the 545 or 550 the power would be great but now you are getting lousy gas milage. The other thing to consider you will pay full retail for the 335i. No discounts from any dealer in my area. I opted for the 530i I felt it was the best compromise between sport, luxury, gas miliage and price.

darkside

I sold my 550 and have an e90 335 on order. I drove the e92 335 and loved it! The 335 is more agile than the 5 series, it has near M3 performance (without the stagecoach ride I grew to dislike in my 3 years of M3 ownership), and near 5 series comfort and torque. I loved my 550, but it is more car than I need and I miss the sportiness of the 3 series. Hopefully I will keep the 335 for a few years.

There is no cure!

tomv

I own a 5 series. Picked 5 over 3 for the size, however, drove a 330i and it was "on rails" going through curves and was more fun to drive than the 5 IMO. The 5 is still very nice, don't get me wrong. I picked 530 over used 545 or 550 because I wanted brand new, full warranty and wanted to get the deal done around the $50K mark.

Bimmer32

You're the second defector.

jrsamps

I think the size of the driver also plays a role when making your choice. At 6' 4" 210 lbs, I won't be driving a 3 series any time soon....well maybe the convertible

vet927

first choice definitely goes to the 335, got to see how a BMW's twinturbo
feels like(0 to 100 in 4.8s)...must be fun to drive one of this toys.
second choice, used 545, you will definitely love the torque when you need it..

although it's well balanced, the 530 is for sure underpower, that's one thing i don't like about my car.. not picking up speed fast enough consider i had a C5 before

pinguhk

get the 535i itis twin turbo and much or fun to drive.
I have go 525ia and thinking of changing to the twin turbo next year.

pinguhk

Sorry I did not see the 3 in front.
BUt I would wait for the 535i twin turbo when it comes out next year and there will be a face lift too.
335i OK but too small :thumbsdown:

wowe

I couldent say it better