M3 4 or 2 door

M3Luck84 · 11-01-2010, 10:23 PM

Hey guys, I am new to this forum. I am in the process of looking for an 08/09 M3. I am not sure whether to get a 2 or 4 Door. Just wanted to see what your thoughts were on either one as far as pros and cons.

Thanks

Mahmood07 · 11-02-2010, 12:25 AM

Coupe pros:
-Looks (subjective)
-weighs a little bit less
-easier to get aftermarket parts (new or used)
-choice of CF roof

Coupe cons:
- not as practical for passengers getting in and out
- very long doors (difficult to get in and out in tight spots)
- More expensive
- seats 4 (vs 5 for sedan)
- Doesn't get rear armrest like sedan

These are all i can think of right now. The smart choice seems to be the sedan, but for me looks was a big part of my decision. Just as a tip, you won't find many responses here so next time try posting in the general section for questions like these. Hope this helps.

givemeam3 · 11-02-2010, 01:46 AM

ive read a few on these kind of post you might be able find more responses from past posts but id base it on if its going be a family car or just for you. generally people with kids get the sedan or they just like the body more... and coupes for looks and non family use ... is a easy way put it simply lol... but buy what you like. its going be your car, there isnt to much of a difference between the 2 performance wise.

MrFukengruven · 03-20-2011, 04:19 PM

go with 4 door

BimmerMan3 · 05-18-2011, 07:37 AM

4 door!

RuthlessE90 · 05-18-2011, 07:43 AM

four door has a sexier ass...lol

NYCM3ryder · 05-18-2011, 07:49 AM

i had the same issue and i got the 4 door!!! never regretted it... plus my frds love the room and still have the preformance needed to smoke most cars on the street.. best of both worlds easy choice...

spdy330 · 05-18-2011, 09:04 AM

If you have kids get the 4 door

JohnnyRoaster · 05-18-2011, 04:40 PM

I think the four door attracts slightly less attention from the police. it is more practical as well.

frenchM3dreamer · 05-18-2011, 05:06 PM

4 door or vert'

r_seng · 05-18-2011, 05:58 PM

4 door hands down.

Kurohouou · 05-19-2011, 10:30 AM

4 Door was my choice. I had a 335i coupe but decided on the sedan for the M3. Love the looks and it was not only 3k cheaper for the exact same car minus 2 doors vs 4 doors and slightly different rear end. But its also a lot more convenient when moving things or people.

Damo11 · 05-21-2011, 06:48 AM

For what it is worth, be a little selfish and go the coupe like I did. Slightly better handling plus it's looks are distinctive.

cb4 · 06-26-2011, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Damo11

For what it is worth, be a little selfish and go the coupe like I did. Slightly better handling plus it's looks are distinctive.

Handling is better? Shoot! I was just about to pull the trigger on the Sedan.

SIIK2NR · 06-26-2011, 09:51 PM

M3 = E92 = 6MT = COUPE /thread

Nine · 06-28-2011, 09:42 PM

Depends on your situation, overall you really can't beat an e90 m3.

stefan · 07-15-2011, 02:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SIIK2NR

M3 = E92 = 6MT = COUPE /thread

Yep.
Do you want to make it easier for people to get into the back of your car? Why?

Kids? ok fine E90

Dog? Still coupe. I make mine deal with it. Plus it looks funny when he's getting in.

k3silk · 08-22-2011, 03:56 PM

I like my e92 but the e90 is not bad looking at all if you might need the extra too
Go with the four door.

11-01-2010, 10:23 PM	#1
M3Luck84 Enlisted Member Drives: 2010 E90 M3 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stamford ct Posts: 33 iTrader: (1)	M3 4 or 2 door Hey guys, I am new to this forum. I am in the process of looking for an 08/09 M3. I am not sure whether to get a 2 or 4 Door. Just wanted to see what your thoughts were on either one as far as pros and cons. Thanks
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11-02-2010, 12:25 AM	#2
Mahmood07 Captain Drives: 2010 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Boston / San Diego Posts: 747 iTrader: (0)	Coupe pros: -Looks (subjective) -weighs a little bit less -easier to get aftermarket parts (new or used) -choice of CF roof Coupe cons: - not as practical for passengers getting in and out - very long doors (difficult to get in and out in tight spots) - More expensive - seats 4 (vs 5 for sedan) - Doesn't get rear armrest like sedan These are all i can think of right now. The smart choice seems to be the sedan, but for me looks was a big part of my decision. Just as a tip, you won't find many responses here so next time try posting in the general section for questions like these. Hope this helps. __________________ ///M3 Mods: \| Eisenmann Race Exhaust \| Primary Cats Delete (TTP) \| ESS Tune \| 19" Advan RS \| Eibach Springs \| MS Air Filter \| BMW Perf. Spoiler \| BMW Perf. Splitters \| Euro LCI Tail lights \| Angel iBright v.3.0 \| 20% Tint \| Matte black Kidney Grills \| CF Side Gills \| Painted Reflectors \| Black M3 emblem

05-18-2011, 07:49 AM	#7
NYCM3ryder Razzor Drives: JB E90 M3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New York City Posts: 421 iTrader: (0)	i had the same issue and i got the 4 door!!! never regretted it... plus my frds love the room and still have the preformance needed to smoke most cars on the street.. best of both worlds easy choice... __________________ 2011 E90, 6 speed, premium package, technology package, winter package, comfort access,19's , EDC, moon roof, matt black grills, 15% carbon tints, ACS roof wing, IND painted reflectors, mfest black gloss m3badges, Mfest side window stickers, Tuner MS 15mm spacers, Carbon fiber M foot pedals, MS air filter, RPI air scoops, euro switch mod

05-18-2011, 09:04 AM	#8
spdy330 Major General Drives: 05 Tundra, 11 M3, 08 Odyssey Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,497 iTrader: (137) Garage List 2011.75 BMW M3 [4.40] 2006 BMW 330i - SOLD [5.00]	If you have kids get the 4 door __________________ - 2006 E90 330i TiAG retired. - 2011.75 E90 M3 - BMW Performance Exhaust, BMW Performance Grills, Lux H8 V3, IND Reflectors, Ceramic Tint 58%, Brembo 380mm BBK, V1 with custom multi-color display by www.Radar-Mirror.com - custom radar mount by www.performancepackage.com.

05-18-2011, 04:40 PM	#9
JohnnyRoaster Captain Drives: 09 Jerez Black M3 Sedan Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Outside Beantown Posts: 940 iTrader: (0)	I think the four door attracts slightly less attention from the police. it is more practical as well. __________________

11-02-2010, 01:46 AM	#3
givemeam3 Private Drives: bmw 335i Join Date: May 2010 Location: washington Posts: 73 iTrader: (0)	ive read a few on these kind of post you might be able find more responses from past posts but id base it on if its going be a family car or just for you. generally people with kids get the sedan or they just like the body more... and coupes for looks and non family use ... is a easy way put it simply lol... but buy what you like. its going be your car, there isnt to much of a difference between the 2 performance wise.

03-20-2011, 04:19 PM	#4
MrFukengruven Private Drives: 1999 E36 //MThrizzle Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norwalk, CT Posts: 83 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1999 E36 M3 [0.00]	go with 4 door

05-18-2011, 07:37 AM	#5
BimmerMan3 New Member Drives: M3 Join Date: May 2011 Location: City of Compton Posts: 9 iTrader: (0)	4 door!

05-18-2011, 07:43 AM	#6
RuthlessE90 First Lieutenant Drives: FAST Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NYC Posts: 319 iTrader: (5)	four door has a sexier ass...lol

05-18-2011, 05:06 PM	#10
frenchM3dreamer Captain Drives: 08 Mitsu Eclipse Spyder GTP Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB Posts: 784 iTrader: (0)	4 door or vert'

05-18-2011, 05:58 PM	#11
r_seng End Game Drives: Devil's Chariot Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So. Cal Posts: 351 iTrader: (0)	4 door hands down.

05-19-2011, 10:30 AM	#12
Kurohouou Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 M3 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: East Side Posts: 206 iTrader: (1)	4 Door was my choice. I had a 335i coupe but decided on the sedan for the M3. Love the looks and it was not only 3k cheaper for the exact same car minus 2 doors vs 4 doors and slightly different rear end. But its also a lot more convenient when moving things or people.

05-21-2011, 06:48 AM	#13
Damo11 New Member Drives: Jerez Black E92 M3 6M Join Date: May 2011 Location: Brisbane Posts: 23 iTrader: (0)	For what it is worth, be a little selfish and go the coupe like I did. Slightly better handling plus it's looks are distinctive.

06-26-2011, 09:51 PM	#15
SIIK2NR Captain Drives: AW E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Dog Posts: 605 iTrader: (0)	M3 = E92 = 6MT = COUPE /thread __________________ Current: 2006 Lotus Elise SC Previous: 2008 AW E92 M3 6MT - Sold 2004 AP2 S2000 - Sold

06-28-2011, 09:42 PM	#16
Nine Banned Drives: Not ZCP, FML. Join Date: May 2010 Location: DC, Miami, NYC Posts: 1,926 iTrader: (2)	Depends on your situation, overall you really can't beat an e90 m3.

08-22-2011, 03:56 PM	#18
k3silk Lieutenant Drives: 08 M3 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: MD Posts: 502 iTrader: (3)	I like my e92 but the e90 is not bad looking at all if you might need the extra too Go with the four door. __________________ AW e92///M3

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