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J BONE · 12-14-2010, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by erhanh

I'd try and look for a 2009 M3.

+1 The updated I drive is worth it. I made the switch and love the new i drive. Not that the '08 is bad but IMO, is night and day. Keep looking and you will find what you want. Don't settle as you will be mad at yourself for not getting what you want. Unless you like the gray interior which I think is a nice contrast. Just my .02

FCTrs4 · 12-14-2010, 08:10 PM

I previously had an rs4 before my e92 m3 and, honestly, the m3 wins hands down. the audi was awesome, but the m3 stole my heart...i'd definitely go with the e92 m3. if it's possible, i'd try to get an 09 that had the updated i drive...

good luck!!

OC3 · 12-14-2010, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by J BONE

+1 The updated I drive is worth it. I made the switch and love the new i drive. Not that the '08 is bad but IMO, is night and day. Keep looking and you will find what you want. Don't settle as you will be mad at yourself for not getting what you want. Unless you like the gray interior which I think is a nice contrast. Just my .02

Uhmmm, no, it's bad on '08.

TxFeatFan · 12-14-2010, 08:28 PM

M3 Coupe for the win.

J BONE · 12-14-2010, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by OC3

Uhmmm, no, it's bad on '08.

Haha. Well it's bad when you have operated the '09+ I guess. Didn't think it was bad when I had it though. That being said, I would wait to come across an '09 as I said before

donovan · 12-14-2010, 09:22 PM

Any chance to test drive any of these?

cmk227 · 12-14-2010, 09:40 PM

Go with the coupe, although the fox red is just sexy and if you are in Miami a conv would be a better option...

01'325rip · 12-14-2010, 10:21 PM

No chance for test drive. The auction is tommorow morning. Thanks for the opinion. I'll let you know what the result is tommorow I won't sleep much tonight to excited. I decided if I can get the lemans at a steal I'll get it. You guys are right it's a rare combo. Next choice was the e93
I'll let you guys know rhe verdict. Win win either way

Thanks !

J BONE · 12-14-2010, 10:23 PM

Good Luck!

prichards516 · 12-15-2010, 12:09 PM

coupe

Shake-N-Bake · 12-15-2010, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SchwarzerM3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Technic

The E92 M3 has rear folding seats standard.

folding seats come with the winter package or separate option..... it's not standard.

Standard on the Coupes but not on the Sedans.

Shake-N-Bake · 12-15-2010, 12:24 PM

My vote is for the e92. If you can wait until a '09 comes to auction that would be better for you since I believe the updated navi is worth it.

Brosef · 12-15-2010, 12:25 PM

as others have said, forget about the S5. the S5 has a beautiful exterior, but that's it. I don't care for the interior. it's also less exciting to drive than a 335, so it can't possibly be compared to an M3.

if all you're interested in is looks, I can see why you would consider an S5 (altho I personally like the M3's looks more). but go drive one and you'll understand why there's no comparison.

good luck.

jonasaurus · 12-15-2010, 12:30 PM

Option 1 unless you have a strong requirement for a drop top!

Technic · 12-15-2010, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SchwarzerM3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Technic

The E92 M3 has rear folding seats standard.

folding seats come with the winter package or separate option..... it's not standard.

Read again, please.

dibxna · 12-15-2010, 01:55 PM

s5 looks nice but would fall to last choice between the above mentioned cars.

the lemans blue with silver is what i have on my e90 sedan and I love it... almost feels like the silver interior has a hue of blue to it as a result (or maybe im goofed up with my eyeballs).

if you are getting an 08 remember unless its cpo you will have your warranty ending in 2 years max so double check if you have cpo as an option if you intend to put miles on or keep longer than 2 years... may save yourself some headaches only paying a 50 dollar deductible vs a full cost of parts and labor should anything major pop up.

trendy26 · 12-15-2010, 02:03 PM

The blue must be Interlagos Blue... They didnt make Lemans Blue in 2008....

01'325rip · 12-15-2010, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by trendy26

The blue must be Interlagos Blue... They didnt make Lemans Blue in 2008....

could have very well been although it didn't seem that purple. But you are prob. right.

bbob · 12-15-2010, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by pmeloche

I agree and JB on Fox Red is absolutely gorgeous.

+1. and since ur using this car as your DD, then go with the e93, it'll definitely be a head turner

.... even if u do plan on tracking it, u'll still be running a v8 under the hood, so im guessing it should still be powerful enough... good luck with the tough decision!

templarklimek · 12-15-2010, 11:40 PM

I've owned both S5 and now M3. Loved my S5, engine had more torque but ran out of breath above 6K. If you want a baby aston martin get the S5. refined, lovely GT. But if you want a full blown sports car go for the E92 coupe. The S65 engine is simply amazing, nothing like the feeling of having an engine go apeshit with power above 6k.

ykim66 · 12-15-2010, 11:54 PM

e93

I narrowed my choices down to e93 and s5 as well, ultimately decided on e93. hardtop is sexy

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01'325rip Captain 85 Rep 774 Posts Drives: 08' E93 M3 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: the sky iTrader: (0)	No chance for test drive. The auction is tommorow morning. Thanks for the opinion. I'll let you know what the result is tommorow I won't sleep much tonight to excited. I decided if I can get the lemans at a steal I'll get it. You guys are right it's a rare combo. Next choice was the e93 I'll let you guys know rhe verdict. Win win either way Thanks !
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J BONE The Boss 110 Rep 4,948 Posts Drives: %E2%80%9816 F15 X6 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Illinois iTrader: (12) Garage List 2008 E92 335xi [9.00]	Good Luck!
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prichards516 Lieutenant 30 Rep 482 Posts Drives: e92 M3 zcp Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (2)	coupe
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Shake-N-Bake Private First Class 7 Rep 131 Posts Drives: AW/FR e92 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: 3o1 iTrader: (2)	My vote is for the e92. If you can wait until a '09 comes to auction that would be better for you since I believe the updated navi is worth it.
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Brosef Brigadier General 876 Rep 3,450 Posts Drives: F90 M5 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago iTrader: (4)	as others have said, forget about the S5. the S5 has a beautiful exterior, but that's it. I don't care for the interior. it's also less exciting to drive than a 335, so it can't possibly be compared to an M3. if all you're interested in is looks, I can see why you would consider an S5 (altho I personally like the M3's looks more). but go drive one and you'll understand why there's no comparison. good luck.
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jonasaurus Brigadier General 76 Rep 3,178 Posts Drives: E90 M3 [Sold] Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Option 1 unless you have a strong requirement for a drop top! __________________ ///M3 \| E90 LCI \| Space Grey \| Fox Red with CF Structure \| 6MT \| 260M \| My build
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trendy26 Captain 424 Rep 965 Posts Drives: 2017 F82 M4 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Florida iTrader: (0)	The blue must be Interlagos Blue... They didnt make Lemans Blue in 2008....
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