$40k for a new E90 330i or a 3-4 year old E39 M5?

noflash · 08-15-2005, 04:35 PM

I lust after the M5, but fear the maintenance.

AznBeemer23 · 08-15-2005, 04:36 PM

I'd go with a New E90....

noflash · 08-15-2005, 04:39 PM

I also have a set of rims on my E46 that would transfer nicely to the E90 -- BBS-RGR. Otherwise I'd have to sell them.

MCS · 08-15-2005, 04:42 PM

Test drove a pre-owned 2002 M5. Amazing power and handling. the Check engine light and the tire sensor light went on during the test drive. Dealer said that it was due to the dealer prep,washing the engine and the fast cornering caused the tire sensor to activate. This was enough to scare me off from the M5. I've been on the M5boards (amazing board as well) and the maintenance cost after the covered period is unbearable.

Put my order in for the E90 330i for the peace of mind.

MCS · 08-15-2005, 04:44 PM

BTW - If you like the M5, I'd suggest testing a 2004 used 545I manual (for the stick) or the Inifiniti M45 (great power delivery) as well.

ag · 08-15-2005, 04:45 PM

With all due respect, I think thats a no-brainer for me. Maintenance will be another installments for M5.

stevebmw3 · 08-15-2005, 10:00 PM

New is new.

SV Concepts III · 08-16-2005, 12:16 AM

I'd go for the new E90 as well. The M5 is a fabulous car and I love it to death, one of my favorite BMW's of all time. The long term maintence will kill your wallet not to mention you don't know how well the previous owner treated it.

stressdoc · 08-16-2005, 01:27 AM

Keep your 328 another year or so and save your $ to get an M3.

ward · 08-16-2005, 09:21 AM

let's look at the other side,

how often can you buy an M car??
A E90's nice and has a warranty, but it's nothing special, they're everwhere

A M5 is a rare, special car. Most M5's have been owned by responsible older folks and I'd imagine most would be in good shape. It'd be a MUST to have a pre purchase inspection on the car to avoid any possible expensive problems

it's a simple desicion, the M5 speaks to the soul, the E90 speaks to the wallet

There's something special about an M car

noflash · 08-16-2005, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stressdoc

Keep your 328 another year or so and save your $ to get an M3.

This is probably the best idea. Then I get the best of both worlds, I only need an extra $10k though!

Oz · 08-16-2005, 11:54 AM

I would get an E90 now and trade it in for a new M3 or even a M5 when it comes out!

carnuts3 · 02-11-2006, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ward

let's look at the other side,

how often can you buy an M car??
A E90's nice and has a warranty, but it's nothing special, they're everwhere

A M5 is a rare, special car. Most M5's have been owned by responsible older folks and I'd imagine most would be in good shape. It'd be a MUST to have a pre purchase inspection on the car to avoid any possible expensive problems

it's a simple desicion, the M5 speaks to the soul, the E90 speaks to the wallet

There's something special about an M car

Agree. There is something special about the M cars. You can't compare their performance or upkeep costs to a E-90 - apples and oranges. You buy M cars because the "regular" bimmers can't satisfy your need for performance and handling. In this case, your not going to think twice about the cost to maintain. Your emotions will take over and you will drive that M car to highway heaven (or hell, depending on how you drive), even if you have to mortage the house!.

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MCS e90 newbie 35 Rep 448 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 E93 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern NJ iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Test drove a pre-owned 2002 M5. Amazing power and handling. the Check engine light and the tire sensor light went on during the test drive. Dealer said that it was due to the dealer prep,washing the engine and the fast cornering caused the tire sensor to activate. This was enough to scare me off from the M5. I've been on the M5boards (amazing board as well) and the maintenance cost after the covered period is unbearable. Put my order in for the E90 330i for the peace of mind.
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MCS e90 newbie 35 Rep 448 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 E93 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern NJ iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	BTW - If you like the M5, I'd suggest testing a 2004 used 545I manual (for the stick) or the Inifiniti M45 (great power delivery) as well.
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ag Private 0 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 325i SB Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	With all due respect, I think thats a no-brainer for me. Maintenance will be another installments for M5.
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stevebmw3 soon E90 325i,auto,gray,terra,spor t pkg,NAV 31 Rep 87 Posts Drives: was E46,fut. E90 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Canada,Calgary iTrader: (0)	E90 New is new.
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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	I'd go for the new E90 as well. The M5 is a fabulous car and I love it to death, one of my favorite BMW's of all time. The long term maintence will kill your wallet not to mention you don't know how well the previous owner treated it.
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stressdoc Moderator 618 Rep 10,855 Posts Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Waco TX iTrader: (0)	Keep your 328 another year or so and save your $ to get an M3.
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ward Major General 155 Rep 6,158 Posts Drives: F Join Date: May 2005 Location: T iTrader: (0)	let's look at the other side, how often can you buy an M car?? A E90's nice and has a warranty, but it's nothing special, they're everwhere A M5 is a rare, special car. Most M5's have been owned by responsible older folks and I'd imagine most would be in good shape. It'd be a MUST to have a pre purchase inspection on the car to avoid any possible expensive problems it's a simple desicion, the M5 speaks to the soul, the E90 speaks to the wallet There's something special about an M car
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