Difference between 08 and 09

iTz oN!!! · 07-03-2010, 05:29 AM

What changes are there from the m3 coupe from 08 to 09? Only thing I notice is that the 09 have more buttons by the knob on the center console.

SenorFunkyPants · 07-03-2010, 07:11 AM

Mostly idrive related changes...the 09 model year has a hard drive based system for Navigation and music...its significantly faster and probably worth a small premium over an 08 model year all else being equal.

iTz oN!!! · 07-03-2010, 03:33 PM

With that said, is it better to get a 09 instead of 08 for the price difference?

CarForHire · 07-03-2010, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by iTz oN!!!

With that said, is it better to get a 09 instead of 08 for the price difference?

Your warranty and maintenance will last longer on the 09. It depends on the price difference.

kaykay · 07-03-2010, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by iTz oN!!!

What changes are there from the m3 coupe from 08 to 09?

12 months and the steady collapse of our economy

CarForHire · 07-03-2010, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by kaykay

12 months and the steady collapse of our economy

jms_w · 07-03-2010, 05:19 PM

Don't forget active headrests in the front seats so an '09 should be safer, literally.

iTz oN!!! · 07-04-2010, 03:32 AM

Whats active headrest? Sorry for all the n00b questions.

iTz oN!!! · 07-04-2010, 03:34 AM

by the way, anyone know what lip this is? I couldnt find it anywhere.

FruitCake · 07-04-2010, 08:33 AM

that is a 3D Design front lip

Richbot · 07-04-2010, 10:34 AM

non-iDrive cars also get a different center console cubby I believe. I'd be interested in that part number, it looks more roomy and cell-phone friendly than the one in my '08.

ersin · 07-04-2010, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Richbot

non-iDrive cars also get a different center console cubby I believe. I'd be interested in that part number, it looks more roomy and cell-phone friendly than the one in my '08.

All '09+ cars have a different console cubby. The '08 had a round cupholder. The newer ones have a squared off and larger cubby hole. The '08 also has a vent that moves cold or hot air through. I don't think the '09+ cars have this.

The '08 is good if you put a cup in there, but who does that? The newer style seems to be much more versatile.

Another difference is that in '08 non-iDrive cars were able to get extended leather. This is not true on later years.

Cheers.

CarForHire · 07-04-2010, 11:14 AM

I never cared for the cup holder in our center console.

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