Its official...the 335 has new competition...

grumpybear · 03-28-2008, 10:41 PM

Say hello to the Pontiac G8...

View Video on FQuick

Stock: 2.03 60ft, 13.39 @ 104.7
Tune: 2.00 60ft, 13.10 @ 107.5
100 shot: 1.96 60ft, 12.49 @ 114 mph

For what it's worth, this was at ATCO Raceway.

Tag · 03-28-2008, 10:46 PM

Gas guzzling POS!

Year's_End · 03-28-2008, 10:47 PM

Retarded comment.^ The thing is actually not half bad for the price.

Tag · 03-28-2008, 10:50 PM

6.0 L engine (automatic): 15/24 (city/highway mpg)

Year's_End · 03-28-2008, 10:51 PM

So you're judging a sports sedan based off of its fuel efficiency?

grumpybear · 03-28-2008, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bimmer Loyalist

So you're judging a sports sedan based off of its fuel efficiency?

based on that I guess no one should ever consider an M3 or especially an M5 or M6...Gas guzzling POS's!....

Tag · 03-28-2008, 10:56 PM

Jesus, that was my personal opinion. I'm not looking for a fight, I was just expressing what I thought. You think it's not bad for the price, etc. then good for you all. Go trade your car in for one...

thekurgan · 03-28-2008, 10:59 PM

It is impressive, with those numbers, but it is funny how BMW can produce equal results with half the displacement and 25% better fuel economy.

grumpybear · 03-28-2008, 10:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tag824

Jesus, that was my personal opinion. I'm not looking for a fight, I was just expressing what I thought. You think it's not bad for the price, etc. then good for you all. Go trade your car in for one...

words of wisdom for you...

"Better to keep your mouth closed and be thought a fool than to open it and remove all doubt".....

grumpybear · 03-28-2008, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thekurgan

...but it is funny how BMW can produce equal results with half the displacement...

**cough** ricer argument **cough** who gives a shit what the displacement of the motor is...all that matters is what it produces....

Tag · 03-28-2008, 11:01 PM

Thanks Dr. Phil

vinlikesred · 03-28-2008, 11:02 PM

i can't imagine anyone would cross-shop 335i for pontiac g8... i had a hard time deciding 335i and porsche cayman... people who would consider g8 would consider the likes of ford...hyundai...

Year's_End · 03-28-2008, 11:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tag824

Jesus, that was my personal opinion. I'm not looking for a fight, I was just expressing what I thought. You think it's not bad for the price, etc. then good for you all. Go trade your car in for one...

Sorry, I'm not trying to start a fight and didn't mean to come across as offended/offensive, I just don't like it when people dismiss other makes as "gas guzzling POSs" when in truth (or opinion in this case I'll say), it's not.

grumpybear · 03-28-2008, 11:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tag824

Thanks Dr. Phil

Dr. Phil is my bitch....

Munich_Menace · 03-28-2008, 11:03 PM

1) wrong forum
2) amerikan junk

Year's_End · 03-28-2008, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thekurgan

It is impressive, with those numbers, but it is funny how BMW can produce equal results with half the displacement and 25% better fuel economy.

Ah the benefits of FI and DI.

grumpybear · 03-28-2008, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vinlikesred

i can't imagine anyone would cross-shop 335i for pontiac g8... i had a hard time deciding 335i and porsche cayman... people who would consider g8 would consider the likes of ford...hyundai...

right because ford and hyundia are so busy building 4-door sedans that run low 13 1/4's....

Tag · 03-28-2008, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bimmer Loyalist

Sorry, I'm not trying to start a fight and didn't mean to come across as offended/offensive, I just don't like it when people dismiss other makes as "gas guzzling POSs" when in truth (or opinion in this case I'll say), it's not.

No hard feelings BL, I just felt as if I was being ganged up on. I respect your opinion and apologize if I came off as dismissive...

Year's_End · 03-28-2008, 11:05 PM

lol it's all good.

grumpybear · 03-28-2008, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Munich_Menace

1) wrong forum
2) amerikan junk

sorry you took a wrong turn....the mindless badge whore section is that way ------------------------------------>

thekurgan · 03-28-2008, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bimmer Loyalist

Ah the benefits of FI and DI.

So true, I do love the great american muscle car, don't get me wrong, I just wish GM would bring back the GTO, the REAL GTO, or maybe even do a retro version, but make it big and floaty, and comfortable, yet, would lurch off the line and have a mad exhaust.

Roowah · 03-28-2008, 11:16 PM

To me, it's not all about raw horsepower and straightline numbers. I'm sure there are numerous cars that can beat a 335. However, where BMW's in general shine is how they are engineered to balance power and handling with finesse. It's all in the engineering and what makes a BMW a BMW.

On an interesting side note, at the NY International Auto Show, they had a few G8's on the floor, and when I was checking it out (mid afternoon) there were hardly any people looking at them. On the other hand, when I went over to the BMW area, the place was mobbed. It's funny, every time I go to an auto show and walk into the BMW section, I feel like I'm on a pilgrimage home. I think I have a problem.

03-28-2008, 10:41 PM	#1
grumpybear not afraid to call it like I see it Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: right outside the gates of hell Posts: 316 iTrader: (0)	Its official...the 335 has new competition... Say hello to the Pontiac G8... View Video on FQuick Stock: 2.03 60ft, 13.39 @ 104.7 Tune: 2.00 60ft, 13.10 @ 107.5 100 shot: 1.96 60ft, 12.49 @ 114 mph For what it's worth, this was at ATCO Raceway.
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03-28-2008, 10:46 PM	#2
Tag Colonel Drives: 335is Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CHICAGO Posts: 2,612 iTrader: (2)	Gas guzzling POS! __________________ 335is Coupe Space Gray, ZPP, 609, 2TC, 688, 494 and 6FL. Matte Black M310 19's \| Michelin PSS 235/35F, 265/30R \| COBB AccessPORT \| Eibach Pro Street S \| Painted reflectors \| Glossy Black Kidney Grilles –Modding ain't easy FS: Front Lowering Spring Perches

03-28-2008, 10:47 PM	#3
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,788 iTrader: (0)	Retarded comment.^ The thing is actually not half bad for the price. __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

03-28-2008, 10:50 PM	#4
Tag Colonel Drives: 335is Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CHICAGO Posts: 2,612 iTrader: (2)	6.0 L engine (automatic): 15/24 (city/highway mpg) __________________ 335is Coupe Space Gray, ZPP, 609, 2TC, 688, 494 and 6FL. Matte Black M310 19's \| Michelin PSS 235/35F, 265/30R \| COBB AccessPORT \| Eibach Pro Street S \| Painted reflectors \| Glossy Black Kidney Grilles –Modding ain't easy FS: Front Lowering Spring Perches

03-28-2008, 10:51 PM	#5
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,788 iTrader: (0)	So you're judging a sports sedan based off of its fuel efficiency? __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

03-28-2008, 10:56 PM	#7
Tag Colonel Drives: 335is Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CHICAGO Posts: 2,612 iTrader: (2)	Jesus, that was my personal opinion. I'm not looking for a fight, I was just expressing what I thought. You think it's not bad for the price, etc. then good for you all. Go trade your car in for one... __________________ 335is Coupe Space Gray, ZPP, 609, 2TC, 688, 494 and 6FL. Matte Black M310 19's \| Michelin PSS 235/35F, 265/30R \| COBB AccessPORT \| Eibach Pro Street S \| Painted reflectors \| Glossy Black Kidney Grilles –Modding ain't easy FS: Front Lowering Spring Perches

03-28-2008, 10:59 PM	#8
thekurgan Bad Lieutenant Drives: E90M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento Posts: 1,934 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [0.00]	It is impressive, with those numbers, but it is funny how BMW can produce equal results with half the displacement and 25% better fuel economy. __________________ 08 E90M3 6MT Alpinweiss/Carbon \|spot on\|^^^this\|interwebs\|planted\|initial thoughts\|my review\|

03-28-2008, 11:01 PM	#11
Tag Colonel Drives: 335is Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CHICAGO Posts: 2,612 iTrader: (2)	Thanks Dr. Phil __________________ 335is Coupe Space Gray, ZPP, 609, 2TC, 688, 494 and 6FL. Matte Black M310 19's \| Michelin PSS 235/35F, 265/30R \| COBB AccessPORT \| Eibach Pro Street S \| Painted reflectors \| Glossy Black Kidney Grilles –Modding ain't easy FS: Front Lowering Spring Perches

03-28-2008, 11:02 PM	#12
vinlikesred Private First Class Drives: 335i '08 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: usa Posts: 168 iTrader: (0)	i can't imagine anyone would cross-shop 335i for pontiac g8... i had a hard time deciding 335i and porsche cayman... people who would consider g8 would consider the likes of ford...hyundai...

03-28-2008, 11:03 PM	#15
Munich_Menace Private First Class Drives: M 3 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Deutschland Posts: 172 iTrader: (0)	1) wrong forum 2) amerikan junk __________________

03-28-2008, 11:05 PM	#19
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,788 iTrader: (0)	lol it's all good. __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

03-28-2008, 11:16 PM	#22
Roowah Captain Drives: 2006 E90 330i 6MT Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cambridge, MA Posts: 799 iTrader: (0)	To me, it's not all about raw horsepower and straightline numbers. I'm sure there are numerous cars that can beat a 335. However, where BMW's in general shine is how they are engineered to balance power and handling with finesse. It's all in the engineering and what makes a BMW a BMW. On an interesting side note, at the NY International Auto Show, they had a few G8's on the floor, and when I was checking it out (mid afternoon) there were hardly any people looking at them. On the other hand, when I went over to the BMW area, the place was mobbed. It's funny, every time I go to an auto show and walk into the BMW section, I feel like I'm on a pilgrimage home. I think I have a problem. __________________ 2006 E90 330i 6MT: TiAg\|Black Leather\|Poplar Trim\|Premium Package\|Cold Weather Package 2003 E46 325i 5MT: Retired - The beginning of my BMW obsession!

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