View Single Post
      05-19-2013, 01:22 PM   #11
mxa121
Major
mxa121's Avatar
226
Rep
1,064
Posts

Drives: M
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: United States

iTrader: (3)

Quote:
Originally Posted by RPM90 View Post
I'm with you on this one.
There is now a 128i, 135i, and 135is.
Since the 2 will be 228i, and M235i it would be unwise to price the M235i too much more over the 228i as there will be diminishing returns in terms of performance for dollar.
If BMW want to price the M235i at the current difference between the 128i and 135is, then the M235i better come pretty much loaded with most options, or at least with leather and premium included and a better sport suspension calibration with M adaptive dampers.
Then it may be worth that price gap.
...
I disagree. The M235i will be at the same level of price that the 135is is. Just because there will be no 235i does not magically make the M235i any less of a car or any cheaper.

I think the reason this is not a problem is because most people will be ok with a loaded 228i which will cost as much as a base M235i. The enthusiasts more than likely opt for a 235i with m sport anyways. The tune and exhaust are added perks.
Appreciate 0