South Africa

[nonick]

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[888]

Originally Posted by nonick

What do you guys think? A full spec'd m3(looks like its gonna be like 700+, or a 650i, a car which isn't nearly as fast but is really enjoyable to drive. I know it's pointless to compare the 2 cause they are for 2different markets

No question the M3. Just remember, the resale value and how unique the M3 is. Re the price, I will post the bulletin as soon as it is released (I was told definitely this week???).

[nonick]

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[888]

Originally Posted by nonick

K thanks... the m3 will be more exclusive but I'm just thinking... Was told be the dealership they'll phone me on the 2nd of May to spec, so much for that

If a dealer is mentioning specing and M3 in the same breath then you are in luck. Hang in there! Friends of mine are buying M5/6s as they know they will never get the M3. Trust me the M3 IS going to be the most exclusive BMW for some time. The pricing I have given previously is from a very trusted source and should be accurate, so if you get a M3 for 640k and only add a few extras like 19” rims, you really can’t go wrong! Just DON’T over spec.

[nonick]

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[888]

Originally Posted by nonick

But it's i think it will be pointless without the edc(sorry if i used the wrong acronym, the one where you can choose sport, normal or comfort suspension settings), and extended leather will also be quite a nice add on i think. Btw 888 do you know if nav is standard or not, cause it'll be rather disappointin buying a brand new top of the range 3 coupe without it in

EDC is a very nice option but not make or break. The std suspension setting will be fine, go test drive a new TT with that option (similar) to see if it is worth the cash. I am also going to take the extended leather it makes the car look great inside (see it on an M5). Navigation 99% won’t be std, the M drive pack will include navigation. One other option that I am taking is the high end sound it is very expensive but I believe it is far better than an after market system costing that amount of money. The reason I said don’t over spec is because people often order on a salesman’s suggestion and in the end get no value out of the options. Also consider comfort access, with the new starter button it really is cool.

[nonick]

K thanks... You have any info on whats in the m package? What'd you say the price for the extended leather was?

[thrill30]

Originally Posted by nonick

K thanks... You have any info on whats in the m package? What'd you say the price for the extended leather was?

See below for Extended leather...

Originally Posted by 888

Ok for those that can’t wait:

I have some interesting unconfirmed but I think 100% accurate info:

South African M3:

Price about R640 000-00.

NO std EDC or navigation.

Standard features will include:
Xenon lights
18 inch mags
6 disk cd
Rear roller blind……

Options include:
19” mags R17500-00
M drive pack 50-60k (includes nav, EDC and more)
Extended leather R28k
Top of the range sound R19500-00
EDC alone R18 500-00...........

[adamr]

prices????????

[nonick]

Looks like prices are a bit delayed

[888]

Originally Posted by nonick

Looks like prices are a bit delayed

The Pricing bulletin is ready but is waiting for top brass to sign it off and this can be any day now or whenever……

I have a source that will send it to me as it is released and I will then post the much anticipated bulletin as I get it.

[adamr]

Originally Posted by 888

The Pricing bulletin is ready but is waiting for top brass to sign it off and this can be any day now or whenever……

I have a source that will send it to me as it is released and I will then post the much anticipated bulletin as I get it.

Thanks 888 ... cant wait ....

[888]

I have a small update. The price has been revised UP we can now expect to pay about 650K. Still no std nav, but they will now include adaptive headlights, and as a no cost option carbon look leather interior trim. Just goes to show nothing is fact until we see the official bulletin.

[anees]

Originally Posted by 888

I have a small update. The price has been revised UP we can now expect to pay about 650K. Still no std nav, but they will now include adaptive headlights, and as a no cost option carbon look leather interior trim. Just goes to show nothing is fact until we see the official bulletin.

888, something I'm not following here...are you saying:

fully loaded M3 will cost around R650K ?

E46 M3 base price was R545K....add another R30K odd and we reach around R580K which seems reasonable for the E90 M3, which is lower than the R598K for the RS4. Traditionally, BMW's have always been lower priced than Audi.

Bear in mind that the only extras on the RS4 are the Bose Sound System and SAT NAV..which takes it to around R625K ( fully loaded )...

So, are you sure that this E90 beast is going to cost around R650K ?

Anees.

[888]

Originally Posted by anees

888, something I'm not following here...are you saying:

fully loaded M3 will cost around R650K ?

E46 M3 base price was R545K....add another R30K odd and we reach around R580K which seems reasonable for the E90 M3, which is lower than the R598K for the RS4. Traditionally, BMW's have always been lower priced than Audi.

Bear in mind that the only extras on the RS4 are the Bose Sound System and SAT NAV..which takes it to around R625K ( fully loaded )...

So, are you sure that this E90 beast is going to cost around R650K ?

Anees.

NO, I wish. The price I have been given and not confirmed is about 650k with no options. See my previous posts in this thread. Look out for the price bulletin that I will post soon.

[adamr]

Originally Posted by anees

888, something I'm not following here...are you saying:

fully loaded M3 will cost around R650K ?

E46 M3 base price was R545K....add another R30K odd and we reach around R580K which seems reasonable for the E90 M3, which is lower than the R598K for the RS4. Traditionally, BMW's have always been lower priced than Audi.

Bear in mind that the only extras on the RS4 are the Bose Sound System and SAT NAV..which takes it to around R625K ( fully loaded )...

So, are you sure that this E90 beast is going to cost around R650K ?

Anees.

Anees the RS4 aint R598k ... its R622k base ... a fully loaded RS4 is around R690k... i was considering one and i got all the OTP from the dealers ... think 888 is gonna be spot on with his price ...

Quotation Price (R)
Vehicle Cost (excl. VAT) 545,614.00
Model
Audi RS4 RS4 SEDAN QUATTRO 545,614.00
Less Allowance 0.00
Colour
Sprint Blue (2007) 0.00
Trim


Optional Extras 57,791.00
Factory Fitted Options
Electric slide and tilt glass sunroof (2007) 7,211.00
CD Changer (2007) 3,105.00
Adaptive light (2007) 4,105.00
Navigation system plus (2007) 17,342.00
9J x 19 '7 twin-spoke' design cast alumi (2007) 14,149.00
GSM mobile telephone preparation (locate (2007) 4,105.00
TV reception, only in combination with N (2007) 5,474.00
Dealer Fitted Accessories
Service and Delivery 1,600.00
License & Registration 450.00
Number Plates 250.00

Sub Total (excl. VAT) 603,405.00
VAT @ 14% 84,476.70

Total Cost (incl. VAT) 687,881.70

[anees]

Originally Posted by adamr

Anees the RS4 aint R598k ... its R622k base ... a fully loaded RS4 is around R690k... i was considering one and i got all the OTP from the dealers ... think 888 is gonna be spot on with his price ...

Quotation Price (R)
Vehicle Cost (excl. VAT) 545,614.00
Model
Audi RS4 RS4 SEDAN QUATTRO 545,614.00
Less Allowance 0.00
Colour
Sprint Blue (2007) 0.00
Trim


Optional Extras 57,791.00
Factory Fitted Options
Electric slide and tilt glass sunroof (2007) 7,211.00
CD Changer (2007) 3,105.00
Adaptive light (2007) 4,105.00
Navigation system plus (2007) 17,342.00
9J x 19 '7 twin-spoke' design cast alumi (2007) 14,149.00
GSM mobile telephone preparation (locate (2007) 4,105.00
TV reception, only in combination with N (2007) 5,474.00
Dealer Fitted Accessories
Service and Delivery 1,600.00
License & Registration 450.00
Number Plates 250.00

Sub Total (excl. VAT) 603,405.00
VAT @ 14% 84,476.70

Total Cost (incl. VAT) 687,881.70

Ok, ok...a R100K base increase....man, the top brass are smoking their socks..

[E90Fleet]

Originally Posted by anees

888, something I'm not following here...are you saying:

fully loaded M3 will cost around R650K ?

E46 M3 base price was R545K....add another R30K odd and we reach around R580K which seems reasonable for the E90 M3, which is lower than the R598K for the RS4. Traditionally, BMW's have always been lower priced than Audi.

Bear in mind that the only extras on the RS4 are the Bose Sound System and SAT NAV..which takes it to around R625K ( fully loaded )...

So, are you sure that this E90 beast is going to cost around R650K ?

Anees.

Remember we are talking E92 M3, not E90

The E90 M3 will be a lot cheaper and probably below the RS4 here.
E90 M3 is the direct competition for the RS4

The SA price for the RS4 is also way under european pricing, which isnt normal.
Some say Audi SA are selling them at a loss just to get market share in the future.

[adamr]

Originally Posted by E90Fleet

Remember we are talking E92 M3, not E90

The E90 M3 will be a lot cheaper and probably below the RS4 here.
E90 M3 is the direct competition for the RS4

The SA price for the RS4 is also way under european pricing, which isnt normal.
Some say Audi SA are selling them at a loss just to get market share in the future.

+1 .... did note that our RS4's are a bargain ... makes it all that more difficult for BMW SA ....

[anees]

Originally Posted by E90Fleet

Remember we are talking E92 M3, not E90

The E90 M3 will be a lot cheaper and probably below the RS4 here.
E90 M3 is the direct competition for the RS4

The SA price for the RS4 is also way under european pricing, which isnt normal.
Some say Audi SA are selling them at a loss just to get market share in the future.

Sorry Fleet, I meant E92 M3....maybe Audi's strategy will pay off.
This is going to be exciting to watch...just have to wait for the damn pricing..

888, where is it ????

[adamr]

... where are thou prices ... ????

[adamr]

the RS4 was tested by CAR and did the 0-100km/h i 4.6/4.5 sec odd, lower than the 4.8s claim ... usually car tests the cars slower ... the E46 M3 was tested at i think 5.48 s ... quoted 5.2s ...

E9x M3 has a job on its hands ... the RS4 def raised the bar ...

anyone have the 0-200km/h from CAR on these two cars ...