I agree that it is hard to beat the combination of performance, appearance, image and value you get from an M3.
Based solely on my personal taste and means, if I wanted to replace my 08 M3 with a bigger car with a bit more power, I would consider a 2008 CL63 AMG with low miles for about +$20K in cash (above the resale value of my car) rather than spending a boatload more or getting strapped down with a huge lease payment for an impressive but rather conservative looking F10 M5.
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2008 E92 M3, Alpine White & Black Extended Leather, 6MT with all options. Slightly Moded: BMW M Performance Exhaust, Rear LCI Taillight Retrofit, Angel iBrights, MGP Aluminum Caliper Covers, H&R Springs, H&R Spacers (15mm F and 12.5mm R) with +1 tires, Aluminum Pedals, Black Gloss Front and Hood Grills, Alpine White Side Grills and front reflectors, Active Autowerke Green Performance Filter.
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