I need some help with my man maths. I would really like a BMW E93 (3-series convertible) with an Auto gearbox, DCT would be ideal. Choice is between 330i and 335i.
I've seen a 335i (Auto not DCT) which I like. However the running costs are alarming compared to my existing E46 330Ci.
* Fuel costs are of negligable difference for my usage compared to the E46.
* From what I've read, a BMW warranty on the N54 engine is HIGHLY advisable. On a car with > 60k miles (within budget), that's likely to cost £80pcm. Current E46 has no warranty so £0pcm.
* In addition, all E93 335is with an Auto box (pre DCT) fall into tax band K which is £470pa. Current E46 costs £270pa.
So I'm down almost £100pcm before I've even though about finance for the car.
Figures for the E93 330 are slightly better in terms of tax but the warranty is still advisable due to issues with injectors, coil packs, HPFP, valve carbonisation, etc.
Do I pay up, risk going without a warranty or choose a different car? Comments and suggestions welcome, need to arrange a viewing on the car.
I've seen a 335i (Auto not DCT) which I like. However the running costs are alarming compared to my existing E46 330Ci.
* Fuel costs are of negligable difference for my usage compared to the E46.
* From what I've read, a BMW warranty on the N54 engine is HIGHLY advisable. On a car with > 60k miles (within budget), that's likely to cost £80pcm. Current E46 has no warranty so £0pcm.
* In addition, all E93 335is with an Auto box (pre DCT) fall into tax band K which is £470pa. Current E46 costs £270pa.
So I'm down almost £100pcm before I've even though about finance for the car.
Figures for the E93 330 are slightly better in terms of tax but the warranty is still advisable due to issues with injectors, coil packs, HPFP, valve carbonisation, etc.
Do I pay up, risk going without a warranty or choose a different car? Comments and suggestions welcome, need to arrange a viewing on the car.