Leaving the E9X M3 for F8X M3? Don't give up your E9X for anything

[M3Carbon]

Excellent notes OP. I believe the E9x's will be in high demand again once the F8x guys realize just what they are missing.

[AKG M3]

I also intend to keep my car. The mod bug got me pretty bad with my B8 S4 and I couldn't stop. With the E92 M3 instead of modding, I am putting my money down for gas and tracking it. Couldn't be happier. For me at least, it is driving nirvana.

[Fizer]

Originally Posted by M3Carbon

Excellent notes OP. I believe the E9x's will be in high demand again once the F8x guys realize just what they are missing.

BMW isn't making any cars that will come close to visceral experience of driving an e9x M3. Mine is a keeper for sure.

[JRV]

Yep new car faster but until I no longer enjoy the current one, why jump ship when still in love. I kind of like this part of the era where we can keep the fire breather or get the new torquier M3. Win win situation I think. But maybe you should ask yourself what is it about the V8 M3 that the new F8X can't do for you? Is it it that sweet induction noise as the RPMs rise? Just curious because I'm not interested in the new car either (yet) but I will test drive it a couple times to see if it can give me the same feelings. This like most folks here feel is the most important aspect of owning the M3, the joy. Maybe try it out this month...and when you try it I hear Sport+ is the way to go unless you want to hear an econo-box with a leaky exhaust. However I don't think the odd fart sounds go away when throttle is released under load. Brrtttt!

I feel like it's back in time again when I had a G35 and the G37 made it's debut. That time though it was the more feminine lines I couldn't get over on the new car. The test drive did reveal the car felt more buttoned down and raspier exhaust, but it wasn't enough.

Sorry for your loss careful driver. I am sure someone who wants more comfort, luxury and speed with an E90 M3 will do that swap with you.

[M3/4 life]

I couldn't agree more, I will have my E92 M forever! At some point I would like to add a Porsche but my baby will be with me forever!

[elm3]

I am getting the new M3, but I am keeping my '09 M3. I bought a 2011 328i as a DD and I love it. My friend is a sales man for BMW, he test drove the new M3 & M4, he said that it does not compare to the e9x, but it has tons of power from the get go. I do like the new M3 better the M4. But I agree, I would never give up my M3 for the new one.

[JRV]

Originally Posted by elm3

I am getting the new M3, but I am keeping my '09 M3. I bought a 2011 328i as a DD and I love it. My friend is a sales man for BMW, he test drove the new M3 & M4, he said that it does not compare to the e9x, but it has tons of power from the get go. I do like the new M3 better the M4. But I agree, I would never give up my M3 for the new one.

The E90 328i was my favorite loaner...that steering and butter smooth 6! If I could I too would add but not replace.

[izzyM2]

I lost my less than a year E92 2013 M3 due to an accident. It was super bad and I knew BMW's design saved my behind. But I could not get back into another one right away as it was too fresh in my mind. I leased a 328i M sport EB II for the meantime planning to move to an F80 as soon as possible. But the F30 was killing me. Sure it looked gorgeous on its own right but the turbo although amazing just did not grab me in anyway. It sounded like a diesel at start up and the car itself felt as big as our previous 2006 E-class, I felt it lost that compact feel. So after almost a year from the accident it all came down to - am I going to be happy with a torque turbo 6 cylinder or do I go back to the mighty V8... so I'm back in a 2011 M3 E90. It is actually my first use car and I don't care. The car was well taken care of and I'm just thankful someone let this baby go. The car is just crazy and I feel M proud driving it every time.

[Ezio]

I have never really liked the way the F10 sounded. to me its nothing special at all. the F80 is worse also

IMO a well modded E90 with the right exhuast setup is simple amazing in the sound department.

i sat in a M6 and M5, and loved the interior. but i couldn't get pass how the engine is not really special. So dont blame you for wanting a E90 again.

[dfjaws]

I love my M3 and like everyone else in this thread, I'll be keeping mine long term as well. I second what everyone has said regarding driving pleasure not being about numbers. It's about feel and emotion, and this car has that in spades!

[TrevorM3]

Nothing last forever. Many say they won't leave this platform, but wait until the new M computers get opened up and power possibilities become endless... People always want more power.


The new M sounds like ass. Someone better make a good exhaust. please.

[Petros]

why trade in an M3 for an M5 in the first place? M5 is a heavier and lazier car. The only thing it's good for is highway cruising, and even that is limited by the ridiculously low speed limits we have.

[tlp]

If you ever get back into a E9XM. You owe it to yourself to track it. It will blow your mind and you will appreciate the car in a totally different way.

[Ezio]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

Nothing last forever. Many say they won't leave this platform, but wait until the new M computers get opened up and power possibilities become endless... People always want more power.


The new M sounds like ass. Someone better make a good exhaust. please.

personally i am not planning on keeping my E92 forever (although i would love to.) But that doesn't mean i want the F80! If i go trubo engine, i most likely will go with a C63 AMG. That has a V8 with turbos. WILL sound better, and might produce more power modded. My point is that there other cars coming to the market that people should look at.


The F80 sounds like shit stock. With a exhaust you will only get ricer sound. Doesnt matter the car is a 3.0L I6 with two turbos. IT WILL NEVER sound as good as the old V8. its one thing to have a V8 with turbos, another thing to decrease cylinder AND add turbos. IDK why people say a exhaust will fix the "problem". when its simply not.

I will admit more power is good. I want more power right now. IF i was keeping my E92 i would put a 600+ S/C Kit on it. I get a very fast car with a very good sound. The only thing is that the looks of the E92 might get dated.

the only way the F80 is going to make BIG power numbers is with after market trubo setup. Sure people will be able to put a down pipe on and tune. but how far will that really take this car with the boost already at a higher point.

[duk]

I just wished BMW released a true CSL version in the states. I would trade up immediately.

[Alex07M3]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

Nothing last forever. Many say they won't leave this platform, but wait until the new M computers get opened up and power possibilities become endless... People always want more power.


The new M sounds like ass. Someone better make a good exhaust. please.

There's plenty of supercharger kits to choose from for people who love the S65 and want a very fast car, no need to get rid of their e9x and get the newer and more expensive turbo M!

I got to say, I'm almost happy that the F8x comes with a turbo 6cyl, cause if it had a newer and better V8, I would've probably needed to get one. Instead I'll just keep my old E92 and be very happy that I'm driving the coolest engine that BMW ever put in an M3! Nothing beats getting a catless supercharged S65 to redline!!

[whats77inaname]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

but wait until the new M computers get opened up and power possibilities become endless...

2 years and counting....encrypted ECU(s) = no joke.

[Ezio]

Originally Posted by Alex07M3

There's plenty of supercharger kits to choose from for people who love the S65 and want a very fast car, no need to get rid of their e9x and get the newer and more expensive turbo M!

I got to say, I'm almost happy that the F8x comes with a turbo 6cyl, cause if it had a newer and better V8, I would've probably needed to get one. Instead I'll just keep my old E92 and be very happy that I'm driving the coolest engine that BMW ever put in an M3! Nothing beats getting a catless supercharged S65 to redline!!

i went with a 2013 M3 instead of waiting for the F80. I picked the E92 over the F80!

A S/C E92 M3 with catless exhaust is EPIC. i am jelly

[jc05e46m3]

Originally Posted by M3Carbon

Excellent notes OP. I believe the E9x's will be in high demand again once the F8x guys realize just what they are missing.

"high demand" lol. Keep dreaming.

[jc05e46m3]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

Nothing last forever. Many say they won't leave this platform, but wait until the new M computers get opened up and power possibilities become endless... People always want more power.


The new M sounds like ass. Someone better make a good exhaust. please.

It isnt pleasant, that's for damn sure. However, keep the faith. The aftermarket on this car is going to be:
a. huge
b. spectacular

Just remember how heavy the n54/n55 market was. We won't be disappointed.

Originally Posted by tlp

If you ever get back into a E9XM. You owe it to yourself to track it. It will blow your mind and you will appreciate the car in a totally different way.

Could not agree more. Tracking this car really makes you appreciate what it is, what it is capable of, and how much more you want to get out of it. Heart pounding, sweaty palms, amazingness.

Originally Posted by whats77inaname

2 years and counting....encrypted ECU(s) = no joke.

I honestly think many more tuners care about this vehicle than some of the others (hence 3 big tuners I know of who are getting launch F8x cars) and even without the ECU crack, there will be a piggyback solution out soon enough. Look at what terry just did with the 435. This car will be amazing- and it's already great.

[G80indy]

Hopefully not a repost
C&D
M4 manual 6 speed: steering not up to e9x
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...t-drive-review

[whats77inaname]

Originally Posted by jc05e46m3

I honestly think many more tuners care about this vehicle than some of the others (hence 3 big tuners I know of who are getting launch F8x cars) and even without the ECU crack, there will be a piggyback solution out soon enough. Look at what terry just did with the 435. This car will be amazing- and it's already great.

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.....this is how I view the ecu situation: NO ONE has been able to crack the F10 ecus. Period. No one. And there are some big names working on that, as well. And it's not like the F8X ecu is going to be any easier. BMW, I'm sure, has put as much, if not more, thought and engineering into protecting the F8X ecu.