Worth while??

Darkkilla · 04-16-2008, 08:41 PM

Im currently on a lease for a 335i sedan and i really cant do it its killing me. Im right now getting some one to take it over and im looking into a 135i or and 335i coupe but the z4m coupe caught my eye i really love it ive always wanted an M and the m3 m5 and m6 are out of my reach i can get my hands on a new z4m for around 45. Only concerns is that its a 2 seater. Do you think it would be worth getting a pure 2 seater? Itll be my every day car i still go to college. Any opinions? cons pros?

Dammmittt · 04-16-2008, 08:46 PM

Dunno man. Do you need a car that can haul a lot of stuff? If so it's not the car for you.

Darkkilla · 04-16-2008, 08:58 PM

no i dont haul anything except people? but all my friends and family members can drive.

MGoBlue · 04-16-2008, 09:15 PM

can't imagine the lease on a MZ4 is much cheaper than a 335

dekaliber · 04-17-2008, 12:50 AM

You shouldn't want an M for the badge's sake. Are you planning to track it? Leave rubber marks at stoplights? Impress BMW gurus? A 335 is by all means a more practical car, but a Z4 is sex on wheels. Then again, a 135i is every bit as potent a vehicle with back seats to boost.

Backing up a bit though... Not to judge, man, but if you're still going to college, stretching yourself thin to lease a $45k bimmer -- much less an ///Mbimmer -- just doesn't seem like a great idea. I don't know where you're going to school but I had a hell of a time keeping my loans to a manageable level.

And yeah, I don't see a lease on a MZ4 being cheaper, especially since (I believe) the residual is lower.

Darkkilla · 04-17-2008, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by dekaliber

You shouldn't want an M for the badge's sake. Are you planning to track it? Leave rubber marks at stoplights? Impress BMW gurus? A 335 is by all means a more practical car, but a Z4 is sex on wheels. Then again, a 135i is every bit as potent a vehicle with back seats to boost.

Backing up a bit though... Not to judge, man, but if you're still going to college, stretching yourself thin to lease a $45k bimmer -- much less an ///Mbimmer -- just doesn't seem like a great idea. I don't know where you're going to school but I had a hell of a time keeping my loans to a manageable level.

And yeah, I don't see a lease on a MZ4 being cheaper, especially since (I believe) the residual is lower.

yeah i see where you are comming from but not to sound like a prick or anything money isnt the factor and its not like i just want it for the M badge i love the M's performance. And yeah praticality is what trying to see like id otn do many things making a 2 seater very impractile once a while ill have 3 people in the car but thats about the only thing i had to do.

jarrow · 04-17-2008, 07:48 AM

I'm confused. Money is not a factor but your getting out of lease because its killing you?

Reach · 04-17-2008, 08:32 AM

What exactly about the 335 is "killing" you?

Hawkeye · 04-17-2008, 08:46 AM

I wish money wasn't an issue for me... It sucks making more money than your parents (I always feel bad buying new things).

Back to topic though... I have found a few times that I'll have a couple people over and we'll want to run somewhere but I can't drive cause I have a Zed and a Motorcycle. Sucks when a couple girls are looking to get picked up (but they can always sit on eachothers laps... might not work so well with your guy friends.... or might it?)

Hope my ramblings make sense.

Darkkilla · 04-17-2008, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by jarrow

I'm confused. Money is not a factor but your getting out of lease because its killing you?

im always doing continous driving to places far and close. especially im a commuter (its my only car) and then i go places im blowing over my miles quickly and those lil charges for going over add up really quickly and make it not worth while.

mazzawi · 04-17-2008, 01:54 PM

I've fit 4 poeple including myself in my Z before.

Hawkeye · 04-17-2008, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by mazzawi

I've fit 4 poeple including myself in my Z before.

How many were in the trunk? That would never happen in the coupe!

inTgr8r · 04-17-2008, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Darkkilla

im always doing continous driving to places far and close. especially im a commuter (its my only car) and then i go places im blowing over my miles quickly and those lil charges for going over add up really quickly and make it not worth while.

If that's the problem... a Z4M will be even worse for you.

dekaliber · 04-17-2008, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by inTgr8r

If that's the problem... a Z4M will be even worse for you.

+1. For one, expect to be paying out the nose for gas.

Reach · 04-17-2008, 05:40 PM

Sounds like space is his issue, not $$. For that matter, the Z is even worse, as stated above!

Considered a 135i as a compromise? You could fit more in there in a pinch.

Darkkilla · 04-17-2008, 08:12 PM

im not planning on leasing a z4m im buying so i dont blow miles, and space isnt a huge concern but its one of them idk i still need to test drive a z4m but all ihear of them are geat things thats why i am considering it.

mazzawi · 04-17-2008, 08:19 PM

if you test drive it you will end up buying it.

I fit 2 in the passenger seat and my now x girlfriend in the middle. I don't recommend it though.

Rick Hunter · 04-18-2008, 02:01 AM

Hawkeye · 04-18-2008, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Rick Hunter

+1

lol.... she must really know how to work those hips to get you into 3rd gear

pbdm4k · 04-18-2008, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by mazzawi

if you test drive it you will end up buying it.

I fit 2 in the passenger seat and my now x girlfriend in the middle. I don't recommend it though.

Seriously... Pics, man!!!

I can sort of imagine it, but I need photos to see how it was actually done!

mazzawi · 04-18-2008, 11:50 AM

don't have pictures... I'll take pictures if i do something like that again.

3002 tii · 04-18-2008, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Darkkilla

Im currently on a lease for a 335i sedan and i really cant do it its killing me. Im right now getting some one to take it over and im looking into a 135i or and 335i coupe but the z4m coupe caught my eye i really love it ive always wanted an M and the m3 m5 and m6 are out of my reach i can get my hands on a new z4m for around 45. Only concerns is that its a 2 seater. Do you think it would be worth getting a pure 2 seater? Itll be my every day car i still go to college. Any opinions? cons pros?

dude, a 2 seater is ideal for college. i'm 26 and i use my z4 as a daily. you never have to give anyone a ride, which is a plus for you as i imagine alot of ppl try to bum a ride off you. just you and a girl... but you might have alot of haters on campus who might key up your ride. this car def gets the good and the BAD attention.

only downside i see is between moves back home, you wont have much trunk space for your dorm stuff.

04-16-2008, 08:41 PM	#1
Darkkilla First Lieutenant 39 Rep 388 Posts Drives: 2010 e82 135i Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (2)	Worth while?? Im currently on a lease for a 335i sedan and i really cant do it its killing me. Im right now getting some one to take it over and im looking into a 135i or and 335i coupe but the z4m coupe caught my eye i really love it ive always wanted an M and the m3 m5 and m6 are out of my reach i can get my hands on a new z4m for around 45. Only concerns is that its a 2 seater. Do you think it would be worth getting a pure 2 seater? Itll be my every day car i still go to college. Any opinions? cons pros? __________________ 2007 335i E90 sedan: sport package, montego blue, black interior /w aluminum trim, 6MT delv: 5/25/07 2010 E82 135i 6MT, Saph Black Ext. , Coral Red Int. , Sport pkg, Cold weather, Ipod/USB, Bluetooth assist. N54 FTW!
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04-16-2008, 08:46 PM	#2
Dammmittt My favorite sign. 169 Rep 4,333 Posts Drives: 2007 M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Der Autobahnen iTrader: (0)	Dunno man. Do you need a car that can haul a lot of stuff? If so it's not the car for you. __________________ 07 ///M Coupe (Premium Package) Black Saphire Ext. Imola Red Int. Best Website EVER!
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04-16-2008, 08:58 PM	#3
Darkkilla First Lieutenant 39 Rep 388 Posts Drives: 2010 e82 135i Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (2)	no i dont haul anything except people? but all my friends and family members can drive. __________________ 2007 335i E90 sedan: sport package, montego blue, black interior /w aluminum trim, 6MT delv: 5/25/07 2010 E82 135i 6MT, Saph Black Ext. , Coral Red Int. , Sport pkg, Cold weather, Ipod/USB, Bluetooth assist. N54 FTW!
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04-16-2008, 09:15 PM	#4
MGoBlue Private 1 Rep 56 Posts Drives: American Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: N Arlington, VA iTrader: (0)	can't imagine the lease on a MZ4 is much cheaper than a 335
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04-17-2008, 12:50 AM	#5
dekaliber Major 75 Rep 1,143 Posts Drives: '07 Z4MC, '11 JCW, '18 Z06 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	You shouldn't want an M for the badge's sake. Are you planning to track it? Leave rubber marks at stoplights? Impress BMW gurus? A 335 is by all means a more practical car, but a Z4 is sex on wheels. Then again, a 135i is every bit as potent a vehicle with back seats to boost. Backing up a bit though... Not to judge, man, but if you're still going to college, stretching yourself thin to lease a $45k bimmer -- much less an ///Mbimmer -- just doesn't seem like a great idea. I don't know where you're going to school but I had a hell of a time keeping my loans to a manageable level. And yeah, I don't see a lease on a MZ4 being cheaper, especially since (I believe) the residual is lower.
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04-17-2008, 07:48 AM	#7
jarrow Private First Class 6 Rep 150 Posts Drives: 2004 Z4 3.0i Join Date: May 2007 Location: Webster, NY iTrader: (5) Garage List 2004 z4 3.0i [2.00]	I'm confused. Money is not a factor but your getting out of lease because its killing you?
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04-17-2008, 08:32 AM	#8
Reach gone baby gone 382 Rep 1,052 Posts Drives: 2016 F80 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Location, Location. iTrader: (0)	What exactly about the 335 is "killing" you?
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04-17-2008, 08:46 AM	#9
Hawkeye Brigadier General 2070 Rep 4,365 Posts Drives: '07 Z4 Coupe, '21 X3, '16 GMC Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Iowa iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 GMC Sierra SLT [10.00] 2008 Yamaha R6 [9.00]	I wish money wasn't an issue for me... It sucks making more money than your parents (I always feel bad buying new things). Back to topic though... I have found a few times that I'll have a couple people over and we'll want to run somewhere but I can't drive cause I have a Zed and a Motorcycle. Sucks when a couple girls are looking to get picked up (but they can always sit on eachothers laps... might not work so well with your guy friends.... or might it?) Hope my ramblings make sense. __________________ 2007 Z4 3.0si Coupe • 6 MT • Black Saphire Metallic • PP • SP 2016 GMC Sierra SLT Z71 Premium Plus 4x4 2017 Harley StreetGlide • Denim Black • V&H Tune 2021 BMW x30i • Phytonic Blue Metallic • Fully loaded
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04-17-2008, 01:54 PM	#11
mazzawi Private First Class 4 Rep 140 Posts Drives: before 05 Z4 2.5 now 08 MRdstr Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 Z4 [5.00]	I've fit 4 poeple including myself in my Z before.
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Reach gone baby gone 382 Rep 1,052 Posts Drives: 2016 F80 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Location, Location. iTrader: (0)	Sounds like space is his issue, not $$. For that matter, the Z is even worse, as stated above! Considered a 135i as a compromise? You could fit more in there in a pinch.
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04-17-2008, 08:12 PM	#16
Darkkilla First Lieutenant 39 Rep 388 Posts Drives: 2010 e82 135i Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (2)	im not planning on leasing a z4m im buying so i dont blow miles, and space isnt a huge concern but its one of them idk i still need to test drive a z4m but all ihear of them are geat things thats why i am considering it. __________________ 2007 335i E90 sedan: sport package, montego blue, black interior /w aluminum trim, 6MT delv: 5/25/07 2010 E82 135i 6MT, Saph Black Ext. , Coral Red Int. , Sport pkg, Cold weather, Ipod/USB, Bluetooth assist. N54 FTW!
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04-17-2008, 08:19 PM	#17
mazzawi Private First Class 4 Rep 140 Posts Drives: before 05 Z4 2.5 now 08 MRdstr Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 Z4 [5.00]	if you test drive it you will end up buying it. I fit 2 in the passenger seat and my now x girlfriend in the middle. I don't recommend it though.
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04-18-2008, 02:01 AM	#18
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04-18-2008, 11:50 AM	#21
mazzawi Private First Class 4 Rep 140 Posts Drives: before 05 Z4 2.5 now 08 MRdstr Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 Z4 [5.00]	don't have pictures... I'll take pictures if i do something like that again.
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