Which V-8
Contributors
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 952
Likes: 0
From: San Diego
My Ride: 2015 535D M Sport
Another question you may need to answer is when could you get the M3 delivered vs. the 550? Aren't they going to be in short supply for quite some time? And if so, you may have to pay a huge premium or at least pay full list for it. The 550i might end up costing you less, especially if you do ED, provided you can't wait for a new car until 2009.
Contributors
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 2,303
Likes: 1
From: Long Island, NY
My Ride: 2008 535i: June 6th start build, complete June 17th, at NY Port July 5th, at dealer July 10th, took delivery Friday July 13- Plantimum Bronze/Natural Brown Leather/Light Poplar, Sport Package, Sport Auto, Active Steering, Premium Package, CWP & PDC. Dinan Performance Software 384hp & 421 ft/lbs.
A "M" is a M, and it comes with the newest double clutch SMG (or whatever thay are calling it).
If you don't need the extra room, the M is the one to get.
If you don't need the extra room, the M is the one to get.
Senior Members
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,168
Likes: 0
From: Boston, US
I had to get rid of my 06 M3 becasue the clutch gave me back problems. I have an 05 545i sport now which is a great car but it's not an M and has nowhere near the invlovement. The M's are really special and I am already researching 4 door M3's with paddle shift of course...
Members
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 102
Likes: 0
From: Queens, NYC
Originally Posted by Bokke' post='533671' date='Feb 20 2008, 04:23 PM
I noticed today that you could configure the new M3 on the USA site - so I did 
Please realize that I had a 97 E36 M3 sedan and loved that car, then an 01 M5 and also loved that car - larger, more power etc. However, I just have not been able to bring myself to spend $90k + for a new E60 M5 and was probably going to get a new 550i.
Then this.....So, as of today I am seriously considering the M3 sedan as a replacement for my 545i.
What is interesting in the M3 Sedan would be $3,875 cheaper than a replacement 550i configured my way -
Decisions, decisions...
Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.
Below it what I configured.
2008 M3
Base MSRP - $53,800
Interlagos Blue Metallic - $475
Black Novillo Extended Leather - $1,100
Sycamore Anthracite Wood Trim - $0
Cold Weather Package - $1,000
Premium Package - $1,900
Technology Package - $3,250
19" wheels w/performance tires (style 220) - $1,200
Moonroof - $1,050
Rear manual side window shades - $575
Enhanced Premium Sound - $1,900
iPod and USB adapter - $400
Satellite radio - $595
Park Distance Control (rear only) - $350
Destination & Handling: - $775
Total MSRP as Built - $68,370
2008 550i
Base MSRP - $58,500
Carbon Black Metallic - $0
Black Dakota Leather - $0
Bamboo Anthracite wood trim - $0
Cold Weather Package - $750
Sport Package - $4,600
Active Steering - $1,400
Head-up Display - $1,200
Heated rear seats - $350
Navigation system - $1,900
Rear sunshade w/rear manual side window shades - $575
iPod and USB adapter - $400
Logic7 sound system - $1,200
Satellite radio - $595
Destination & Handling: - $775
Total MSRP as Built - $72,245
Please realize that I had a 97 E36 M3 sedan and loved that car, then an 01 M5 and also loved that car - larger, more power etc. However, I just have not been able to bring myself to spend $90k + for a new E60 M5 and was probably going to get a new 550i.
Then this.....So, as of today I am seriously considering the M3 sedan as a replacement for my 545i.
What is interesting in the M3 Sedan would be $3,875 cheaper than a replacement 550i configured my way -
Decisions, decisions...
Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.
Below it what I configured.
2008 M3
Base MSRP - $53,800
Interlagos Blue Metallic - $475
Black Novillo Extended Leather - $1,100
Sycamore Anthracite Wood Trim - $0
Cold Weather Package - $1,000
Premium Package - $1,900
Technology Package - $3,250
19" wheels w/performance tires (style 220) - $1,200
Moonroof - $1,050
Rear manual side window shades - $575
Enhanced Premium Sound - $1,900
iPod and USB adapter - $400
Satellite radio - $595
Park Distance Control (rear only) - $350
Destination & Handling: - $775
Total MSRP as Built - $68,370
2008 550i
Base MSRP - $58,500
Carbon Black Metallic - $0
Black Dakota Leather - $0
Bamboo Anthracite wood trim - $0
Cold Weather Package - $750
Sport Package - $4,600
Active Steering - $1,400
Head-up Display - $1,200
Heated rear seats - $350
Navigation system - $1,900
Rear sunshade w/rear manual side window shades - $575
iPod and USB adapter - $400
Logic7 sound system - $1,200
Satellite radio - $595
Destination & Handling: - $775
Total MSRP as Built - $72,245
I'm actually caught in a similar dilemma is the M3 a good alternative to the 550i. However, having also considered a 911 as an alternative I believe that the M3 is a good balance. Its a more involved ride, according to reviews, than a 5. Better handling because its smaller, M suspension etc. But then you run the risk of falling into the M3 category of youths who buy it just to race etc. Aside from all that the M3 is a very acceptable alternative to the 550 size not being a factor of course. Just my $.02
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Rudy
F10 Discussion
11
Nov 23, 2009 02:46 PM