New 335i or used M3

DrGP · 05-07-2009, 11:49 AM

My lease on my 335i (which I like very much) will be over in less than a year. I will need to decide what I will get to replace the 335i. The idea of leasing another 335i is not that attractive to me because the only color that I would consider with the M Sport package is Le Mans blue which I am really not in love with. In fact, and I have posted this too many time, I'm not in love with any of the standard 3 series colors. Be that as it may, a new 335i will run $50k equipped as I would want it. I was checking out used 08 M3s on autotrader.com and found quite a few LOADED coupes and sedans on the $50-55K range. I would expect even more to be available next spring. So the question is would you not get a lot more bang for the buck buying a used M3 with less than 3k on the odometer.You would get the remainder of the factory warranty, which I understand can be extended. A few negatives that I can think of. Might not be able to find a color combo that I like at the time I need a car. Would probably have to finance the used car rather than lease it which I prefer. Gas mileage will not be anywhere near that of the 335i. If only I could get the M sport a different color, I would throw in a JB+ chip and be totally happy with the performance. But really, anyone not think the used M3 is the better way to go?

akack79 · 05-07-2009, 11:50 AM

Used M3 for sure if I were in your shoes.

Would just take more research and possibly time by finding the right combo.

Hoothout · 05-07-2009, 11:51 AM

hmmmm i would go with the new 335, just cause i hate used cars

EpicE92 · 05-07-2009, 11:53 AM

I would say M3. But why not check out other cars as well porsche, z06, etc

Craig@SupremePower · 05-07-2009, 12:05 PM

new 335 imo...

Aurora Bearialis · 05-07-2009, 12:07 PM

M3 M3 M3!!!

BMWFanatic2008 · 05-07-2009, 12:07 PM

M3 is great, but I would take a BRAND NEW 335 instead.

DrGP · 05-07-2009, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by EpicE92

I would say M3. But why not check out other cars as well porsche, z06, etc

I really would like to stay with a car that has a useable back seat. I do have an 02 Mountaineer and my wife has an 07 IS 250AWD. BTW, I have been putting a little over 8K miles per year on my car

3002 tii · 05-07-2009, 12:12 PM

m3, always prefer something fast out of the box. and knowing how the mod bug hits us all hard, you might end up spending close to m3 price after all the work u put in the 335, so might as well go for the m!

Potty_Pants · 05-07-2009, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Dubbedown

m3, always prefer something fast out of the box. and knowing how the mod bug hits us all hard, you might end up spending close to m3 price after all the work u put in the 335, so might as well go for the m!

it never stops... he'll dump money in the M3 too.

first it starts with the aircleaner ....

The m3 will retain its value longer then the 335i.

tough decision... if it were me I'd lean towards the M3 ... if gas mileage will never be a concern.

ppp

Alpine · 05-07-2009, 12:16 PM

Don't wanna be Captain Obvious... but you do realize you can paint a car, right?

dr.jay · 05-07-2009, 12:21 PM

Used M3 fo sho

02themax · 05-07-2009, 12:21 PM

Since you want to finance I'd say go with the M. You get the performance you want without having to risk your warranty in any way. Who cares if it's used, with only 3K on the odometer it's basically new with a huge discount.

I love my 335 but if I were in your shoes I'd get the M Sedan in a heartbeat. Good luck with your decision.

MrChessy · 05-07-2009, 12:24 PM

I'm sure the M3 prob got raped soo many times. I like my car virgins.

Whostheboss · 05-07-2009, 12:28 PM

Used //M all day everyday LOL.

jopa489 · 05-07-2009, 12:39 PM

You're comparing a new 335 lease to a used M3 which you would buy. You'll be paying significantly less than $50k if you lease, going that route is far less money out of pocket. Since you prefer leasing (I very much do as well), have you considered leasing a new M3?

ADubM3 · 05-07-2009, 12:47 PM

i have an 08 m3 with just around 3k on it.
it is still just like the day i picked it up. (even a little bit of the new car smell is there)
i would say 3k-5k, the car is almost like new.
of course you have to do your research on the car
but it sounds like a pretty good deal.
new or used it's still an m!!!

Delta0311 · 05-07-2009, 12:49 PM

I hate used cars and you that the M3 was probably driven around pretty damn hard. I'd go with the 335i if I was in your shoes. Plus you cannot beat the high you get from that new car smell.

noro · 05-07-2009, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Delta0311

I hate used cars and you that the M3 was probably driven around pretty damn hard. I'd go with the 335i if I was in your shoes. Plus you cannot beat the high you get from that new car smell.

you make me laugh. So you hate any car that is not sitting on a dealer lot? You buy right you can end up with a car that is substantially cheaper and better than your new one.

Daya · 05-07-2009, 01:55 PM

M3

wakeboarder109 · 05-07-2009, 02:00 PM

M3 FTW!

Kensta335 · 05-07-2009, 02:07 PM

M3 easily. Once you drive that "new" 335i off the lot it will be considered used too.

05-07-2009, 11:49 AM	#1
DrGP Lieutenant Colonel 137 Rep 1,914 Posts Drives: Sapphire 335i coupe Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: SE, PA iTrader: (0)	New 335i or used M3 My lease on my 335i (which I like very much) will be over in less than a year. I will need to decide what I will get to replace the 335i. The idea of leasing another 335i is not that attractive to me because the only color that I would consider with the M Sport package is Le Mans blue which I am really not in love with. In fact, and I have posted this too many time, I'm not in love with any of the standard 3 series colors. Be that as it may, a new 335i will run $50k equipped as I would want it. I was checking out used 08 M3s on autotrader.com and found quite a few LOADED coupes and sedans on the $50-55K range. I would expect even more to be available next spring. So the question is would you not get a lot more bang for the buck buying a used M3 with less than 3k on the odometer.You would get the remainder of the factory warranty, which I understand can be extended. A few negatives that I can think of. Might not be able to find a color combo that I like at the time I need a car. Would probably have to finance the used car rather than lease it which I prefer. Gas mileage will not be anywhere near that of the 335i. If only I could get the M sport a different color, I would throw in a JB+ chip and be totally happy with the performance. But really, anyone not think the used M3 is the better way to go?
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akack79 Brigadier General 142 Rep 3,161 Posts Drives: '18 F80 M3 ZCP Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: T E X A S iTrader: (18)	Used M3 for sure if I were in your shoes. Would just take more research and possibly time by finding the right combo. __________________ 2018 F80 M3 6MT ZCP
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BMWFanatic2008 Major 233 Rep 1,179 Posts Drives: 2023 M3 6MT Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Miami iTrader: (5)	M3 is great, but I would take a BRAND NEW 335 instead.
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02themax Captain 28 Rep 946 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Calgary, AB iTrader: (6)	Since you want to finance I'd say go with the M. You get the performance you want without having to risk your warranty in any way. Who cares if it's used, with only 3K on the odometer it's basically new with a huge discount. I love my 335 but if I were in your shoes I'd get the M Sedan in a heartbeat. Good luck with your decision. __________________ E90 335i Sport Package - Logic 7 Sound w/ipod - Bluetooth - Comfort Access - PDC - 19" M3 Reps 275/30 235/35 - Blacklines - 10mil spacers rear, 5mil spacers front - BMW Alarm
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jopa489 Major General 122 Rep 6,594 Posts Drives: Anything with Wheels Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA iTrader: (9)	You're comparing a new 335 lease to a used M3 which you would buy. You'll be paying significantly less than $50k if you lease, going that route is far less money out of pocket. Since you prefer leasing (I very much do as well), have you considered leasing a new M3? __________________ X7 LCI // Incoming C7 ZR1 ZTK // Sebring + TRX // Hydro + Raptor Gen1 Roush // Tuxedo
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ADubM3 First Lieutenant 12 Rep 338 Posts Drives: 08 E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NoVa 703 iTrader: (0)	i have an 08 m3 with just around 3k on it. it is still just like the day i picked it up. (even a little bit of the new car smell is there) i would say 3k-5k, the car is almost like new. of course you have to do your research on the car but it sounds like a pretty good deal. new or used it's still an m!!!
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Delta0311 Banned 7478 Rep 10,120 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335xi E92 2016 228xi Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NJ iTrader: (1)	I hate used cars and you that the M3 was probably driven around pretty damn hard. I'd go with the 335i if I was in your shoes. Plus you cannot beat the high you get from that new car smell.
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Kensta335 Brigadier General 161 Rep 3,637 Posts Drives: 335i Coupe Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: So Cal 626 iTrader: (4)	M3 easily. Once you drive that "new" 335i off the lot it will be considered used too.
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