Is it just me....

Django x2 · 2 May 2011 at 19:19

Ok, so lets set it out. I want something fun, yet practical. Primarly, as I see it lasting me 5 years as a first family car. Hence, I like the M3 Saloon, this E61 caught my eye (although warranty and running costs comments I take onboard).

However, the other half says, why not get something now for a 2/3 year period that's completely fun and get it out of my system. She recommends the M3 Coupe or a GTR (the two cars she really likes).

I tried the 6 because there will be a few year old ones kicking around next march and it's still practical. I've also tried the new 5 which I like a lot.

One thing is for sure, it defo won't be a diesel as I don't and won't be doing the mileage anymore bar the odd shot down to the south of France once a year or occassionally up to the airports.

DM · 2 May 2011 at 19:22

Get an XKR, Iv also got a very reasonably priced new XJ here that has had a smack but been repaired at Jaguar, very reasonable.

[TW]Fox · 2 May 2011 at 19:23

I think your missus is right - IMHO there is nothing long term about an M3 family car as I feel energy prices in 5 years time will make such cars sadly irrelevent.

So enjoy it now, whilst you can. £35k buys a nice M3 Coupe. Keep the mileage under 60k and get the BMW Warranty.

Django x2 · 2 May 2011 at 19:31

Thanks Fox. Would you let year of the M3 affect your decision. For instance, is a 2009/10 car much different to a 2008?

Get an XKR, Iv also got a very reasonably priced new XJ here that has had a smack but been repaired at Jaguar, very reasonable.

Thanks Mark, I think I'll skip though as I can't get over the interior of the XKs

[TW]Fox · 2 May 2011 at 19:34

Lucero said:
Thanks Fox. Would you let year of the M3 affect your decision. For instance, is a 2009/10 car much different to a 2008?

The main difference - as the E92 M3 only got half an LCI really because it didnt get the front end - is the introduction of CIC HDD Based iDrive on cars built after late 2008.

DM · 2 May 2011 at 19:36

Lucero said:
Thanks Fox. Would you let year of the M3 affect your decision. For instance, is a 2009/10 car much different to a 2008?

Thanks Mark, I think I'll skip though as I can't get over the interior of the XKs

What about my brothers XJ all ****ing about aside the car is 8k behind the right money he just wants shot its sitting there now, it had new bonnet, 2 wings lights and grill.

That there is a bargain for some one.

Django x2 · 2 May 2011 at 19:41

[TW]Fox;19039009 said:
The main difference - as the E92 M3 only got half an LCI really because it didnt get the front end - is the introduction of CIC HDD Based iDrive on cars built after late 2008.

and DCT?

DM said:
What about my brothers XJ all ****ing about aside the car is 8k behind the right money he just wants shot its sitting there now, it had new bonnet, 2 wings lights and grill.

That there is a bargain for some one.

There's something about your approach which reminds me of an almost legitimate used car salesman.....Oh wait.....

DM · 2 May 2011 at 19:42

Thats the original thread, 55k, bag a bargain

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18231249

Spamalot · 2 May 2011 at 19:43

DM said:
What about my brothers XJ all ****ing about aside the car is 8k behind the right money he just wants shot its sitting there now, it had new bonnet, 2 wings lights and grill.

That there is a bargain for some one.

What happened to it? I thought he only picked it up a month or two ago.

Rwac · 2 May 2011 at 19:44

Lucero, just take the diesel golf ; )

Will your replacement car need to be baby friendly?

DM · 2 May 2011 at 19:45

Spamalot said:
What happened to it? I thought he only picked it up a month or two ago.

Smashed it into the back of a dust cart looking at a lovely young thing in Deptford high street, hes getting a Phantom next

Django x2 · 2 May 2011 at 19:51

Rwac said:
Lucero, just take the diesel golf ; )

Will your replacement car need to be baby friendly?

No chance mate (as in, to the Golf).

Potentially yes to part two of your quetion given our conversation the other day

Sukh · 2 May 2011 at 20:07

DM said:
Smashed it into the back of a dust cart looking at a lovely young thing in Deptford high street, hes getting a Phantom next

How much is he looking for it? Email in trust if you like to keep it quiet.

DM · 2 May 2011 at 20:09

Sukh said:
How much is he looking for it? Email in trust if you like to keep it quiet.

55k send me a mail.

Rwac · 2 May 2011 at 20:22

Lucero said:
No chance mate (as in, to the Golf).

Potentially yes to part two of your quetion given our conversation the other day

; )

I may be wrong but, with the Coupes mentioned would you be intending to pop the baby seat in the back? I have not had to do it, but would I be right in thinking it could be a pain in the backside trying to get a baby all tucked in and belted up with the coupes?

My thoughts would be saloon with large boot, or an estate? Would a 335 estate be a thought, like a 335 Tourer (or 535 if they do one?).

Django x2 · 2 May 2011 at 21:53

That's why it's only for 2-3 years

Then swap it in for a saloon again when the time has come.

Dokinator · 2 May 2011 at 22:04

that price is prob about right

Fr0dders · 3 May 2011 at 06:53

Lucero said:
and DCT?

DCT came with the introduction of the Cab version in mid 2008

http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evocarreviews/221949/bmw_m3_convertible.html