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Trade my '05 545i for an '03 Porsche 911 C2?

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Old Oct 10, 2006 | 06:48 PM
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I know it's nuts. I have a very hot '05 545i with rediculously expensive and beautiful wheels (Radenergie R10), M Aero Kit, etc. (pic shown), but I am considering trading it (plus cash) for a mint '03 911. And I mean mint.
My '05 has 27k miles, is black on black. The 911 (996 C2) has 15k miles, is black on black.
What do you think?
-It will be my daily driver
-I have a 45 minute commute (each way)
-I have a 550i sport (TiSilver) as a backup, which I can put the R-10's on (wife's car, although she's loathe to drive the 911 6 speed)
-I have a 1 year old son (they do make a great rear car seat)
-I rarely ever even have 1 passenger (less than once per week)

I want people to look when I go by. I want to really enjoy the curves.

Share all your opinons here.
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Old Oct 10, 2006 | 07:14 PM
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I would keep the 545. If it was between those two... but since your wife has a 550 and she would also like to drive the C2 every so often Go for it. throw in some variety.
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Old Oct 10, 2006 | 07:15 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience" My Ride: 523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds. Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km Past rides: 2001 Nissan Xterra SE 1999 E39 523i 1999 E46 323i 1996 Acura Integra LS
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Trade it in, why do you need 2 E60 when the other one is a 550i. Does your wife's car have the M-kit?
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Old Oct 10, 2006 | 07:38 PM
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yes get it you dont need 2 4 door cars for 3 people.
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Old Oct 10, 2006 | 07:54 PM
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Get the 911
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Old Oct 10, 2006 | 08:02 PM
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Go with the 911 since your wife has a 550i as well. Swap all the mods from your 545i to your wife's 550i. You won't even know you traded in your 545i
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Old Oct 10, 2006 | 08:34 PM
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IMHO, I would wait and get a used Porsche 997S - it has a higher quality interior and much better driving dynamics.
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Old Oct 10, 2006 | 11:26 PM
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Get the 911 and keep the R20 for your whifes car
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Old Oct 11, 2006 | 12:21 AM
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Go for the 911. Great car. Completely differant that the E60...but, still a great car.
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Old Oct 11, 2006 | 12:38 AM
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go for the 911. You wouldnt regret it
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