Which would you choose (335 vs M3)

c_rob85 · 06-23-2011, 01:43 PM

Hey guys, I am just looking for some input here as I am a bit torn on what to do.

I currently own a 07 328I, and am looking at upgrading in the near future. This is my daily driver, including the winter (which can get nasty).

If you were going to drop 40-45k on a new ride would you go for an 10' - 11' 335i with a 5-10k on it or would you go for an 08' M3 with 30-40k on it? I am looking at pretty much bare bone 335's and M's (so long as it has the sport pack(335), and a 6MT)

I would love to rip around in the M but I think where this will be a daily driver, the 335 with the best part of a full 3yrs of warranty would be the smarter move.

What do you think?

Thanks!!

Chris

hmmcolor · 06-23-2011, 01:45 PM

Get a CPO M3 and your warranty worries are gone.

profanitypete · 06-23-2011, 01:46 PM

CPO 2010 335xi if you're anywhere with snow.

CAPSGOD · 06-23-2011, 01:46 PM

I would definitely go for the M3. Most of the people on M3post drive theirs daily, I think you should read a few threads there if you haven't already. Just make sure you have a set of snow tires for the winter

Q4P · 06-23-2011, 01:50 PM

They are two completely different cars...

The M is a track performer and the 335i is a fantastic daily driver. The hp on the M is higher but the tq on the 335 is slightly better (especially considering the fact that it is at lower revs which makes it ideal for daily driving). The sound of the M is fantastic but you have to rev that engine a little to get the most power out of it (not ideal for daily driving). In addition, if the 335i's power does not satisfy you and you will be driving it around the streets, to get more straight line performance that is nearly equal to the M3, all you have to do is buy a $500 tune that nearly matches the M3's HP.

If you are looking for a daily driver that has lower insurance costs, gets better fuel economy and in daily driving is nearly as quick as the M3, buy the 335i.

If you want the ultimate experience although are willing to put up with a few drawbacks (higher insurance costs, maintenence costs and gas costs) buy the M3.

If it was me I'd choose the 335i but only because I don't track the car and it is more practical. The moment tracking the car comes into play or general performance driving, the M3 wins hands down.

bmwm3redblack · 06-23-2011, 01:52 PM

if you need just fast dd go for 335i or 335xi. Godd perfomance,good mpg.
But if you want to go things really high then you should choose an M3 it's a completely new level.but be prepare to spend some $

Coolieman1220 · 06-23-2011, 02:01 PM

335d -____-

haha, ur in canada, diesel is pricey up there if i'm not mistaken? why not check out an audi S4, Quattro proved awd system that works great in the snow. (I have a Q5 and can attest to this) similar power and a way nicer interior.

apc3libras · 06-23-2011, 02:07 PM

Definitely go with the M3!

drummer12 · 06-23-2011, 02:29 PM

M3...you don't want regrets. Budget for some winter tires and you're golden

Plus everyone and their mother has a 335 (M3's are common too, but not nearly as much)

Syndicategt · 06-23-2011, 02:32 PM

The BMW is my daily, hence the reason I bought the 335i over a M3. I've owned M's in the past, but I wanted a softer and more economical car as a daily. Now I'm just debating on what my next garage queen will be....leaning towards the new M5 or C63 coupe.

PeteW84 · 06-23-2011, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by hmmcolor

Get a CPO M3 and your warranty worries are gone.

+1

Magic-Man · 06-23-2011, 03:40 PM

For $45k? neither. Like both, but I'd have to go '09+ CTS-V or '08+ C63 AMG. I know the AMG is around $50k, but I'd shell out the extra cash.

Edward · 06-23-2011, 03:55 PM

yea. CPO M3. As long as your buying stripped down used cars, go with an M3.

rjive · 06-23-2011, 04:13 PM

I think the M is sexier. Would have bought one myself, but just can't drop that kinda money on a depreciating asset.

I bought a used 08 335i.

FVM3 · 06-23-2011, 04:20 PM

CPO M3

Brian@bavarianx · 06-23-2011, 04:36 PM

I'd say it's more of the tuning factor vs. owning an ///M car

Can't go wrong with CPO M3!

Quasimodem · 06-23-2011, 04:38 PM

Think about how long you expect to keep it and how long the fuel pump warrantees last.

Kensta335 · 06-23-2011, 04:43 PM

M3 easily

captainaudio · 06-23-2011, 05:02 PM

There is no question that an M3 will outperform a 335i. The question that you have to ask yourself is whether you will take advantage of the increased performance or whether it matters to you. The M3, as high performance as it is, is very docile and IMO is well suited to being a daily driver,

I think the M3 is a great car but for my purposes is was more than I needed for the street and not really suited to my needs as a track car.

CA

cb4 · 06-23-2011, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by apc3libras

My heart says M3, but my brain says 335. Both could be wrong though.

Go with your heart. I wish I would have.

02themax · 06-23-2011, 09:39 PM

I would love to have the M3 but only if I had a second vehicle for winter. My 335i was ok in the winter but this last winter beat the crap out of my car. Lost a winter tire to a pothole.

Go with the 335xi in Canada and get a set of winters. Good luck with whatever you choose.

jpop8807 · 06-23-2011, 11:17 PM

Both great cars. If I had the money I'd go with the M3. But seeing i don't I'd stick with the 335i for the better gas mileage, lower insurance costs, etc. As for tuning factor yes the 335i is a tuners dream. But if your a tuner with money go for the M3 I believe not 100% sure though but M3s have superchargers and i think HPF is making or has made a turbo for it. Then it will probably crush the 335i's.

06-23-2011, 01:43 PM	#1
c_rob85 Enlisted Member 1 Rep 40 Posts Drives: 07' 328I Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Which would you choose (335 vs M3) Hey guys, I am just looking for some input here as I am a bit torn on what to do. I currently own a 07 328I, and am looking at upgrading in the near future. This is my daily driver, including the winter (which can get nasty). If you were going to drop 40-45k on a new ride would you go for an 10' - 11' 335i with a 5-10k on it or would you go for an 08' M3 with 30-40k on it? I am looking at pretty much bare bone 335's and M's (so long as it has the sport pack(335), and a 6MT) I would love to rip around in the M but I think where this will be a daily driver, the 335 with the best part of a full 3yrs of warranty would be the smarter move. What do you think? Thanks!! Chris
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hmmcolor Second Lieutenant 2 Rep 259 Posts Drives: E90 335i 6MT Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Get a CPO M3 and your warranty worries are gone. __________________ 2000 Dodge Dakota 4.7 2007 335i 6MT
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profanitypete Second Lieutenant 29 Rep 289 Posts Drives: 2008 335xi Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Rochester, NY iTrader: (4)	CPO 2010 335xi if you're anywhere with snow.
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CAPSGOD Major 44 Rep 1,134 Posts Drives: Diesel Son Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: #yolo iTrader: (0)	I would definitely go for the M3. Most of the people on M3post drive theirs daily, I think you should read a few threads there if you haven't already. Just make sure you have a set of snow tires for the winter Last edited by CAPSGOD; 06-23-2011 at 01:51 PM..
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Q4P Colonel 83 Rep 2,291 Posts Drives: Too Much Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: World iTrader: (0)	They are two completely different cars... The M is a track performer and the 335i is a fantastic daily driver. The hp on the M is higher but the tq on the 335 is slightly better (especially considering the fact that it is at lower revs which makes it ideal for daily driving). The sound of the M is fantastic but you have to rev that engine a little to get the most power out of it (not ideal for daily driving). In addition, if the 335i's power does not satisfy you and you will be driving it around the streets, to get more straight line performance that is nearly equal to the M3, all you have to do is buy a $500 tune that nearly matches the M3's HP. If you are looking for a daily driver that has lower insurance costs, gets better fuel economy and in daily driving is nearly as quick as the M3, buy the 335i. If you want the ultimate experience although are willing to put up with a few drawbacks (higher insurance costs, maintenence costs and gas costs) buy the M3. If it was me I'd choose the 335i but only because I don't track the car and it is more practical. The moment tracking the car comes into play or general performance driving, the M3 wins hands down.
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bmwm3redblack Captain 59 Rep 886 Posts Drives: BMW ///M3 E46, BMW E92 335Xi Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: e13 osl iTrader: (0)	if you need just fast dd go for 335i or 335xi. Godd perfomance,good mpg. But if you want to go things really high then you should choose an M3 it's a completely new level.but be prepare to spend some $
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Coolieman1220 Banned 73 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2010 335d Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York City iTrader: (0)	335d -____- haha, ur in canada, diesel is pricey up there if i'm not mistaken? why not check out an audi S4, Quattro proved awd system that works great in the snow. (I have a Q5 and can attest to this) similar power and a way nicer interior.
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apc3libras Lieutenant Colonel 35 Rep 1,691 Posts Drives: E36 M3 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: UTAH iTrader: (3) Garage List 1999 BMW M3 [4.00]	Definitely go with the M3! __________________ 2007 BMW 328I Monaco Blue /// 1999 BMW M3 Titanium Silver /// 2007 BMW 328I Sparkling Graphite (sold) Last edited by apc3libras; 06-28-2011 at 11:22 AM..
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drummer12 First Lieutenant 19 Rep 307 Posts Drives: 328i Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: DC iTrader: (0)	M3...you don't want regrets. Budget for some winter tires and you're golden Plus everyone and their mother has a 335 (M3's are common too, but not nearly as much)
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Syndicategt Brigadier General 153 Rep 3,730 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (11)	The BMW is my daily, hence the reason I bought the 335i over a M3. I've owned M's in the past, but I wanted a softer and more economical car as a daily. Now I'm just debating on what my next garage queen will be....leaning towards the new M5 or C63 coupe. __________________ 2008 BMW 335i e90 - Sold - Rob Beck Turbos / PROcede V5 / Aquamist HFS-4 / AR Downpipes / AE Exhaust / ER Comp FMIC / ER CP / TiAL BOV / Custom Intake / RPI Scoops / Quaife LSD / Swift-Koni Coilovers / DSS HS / Morr VS8.2 Sig Black / Michelin PSS / P3 Boost Guage / M3 body / M3 steering wheel / Adam's Rotors / Hawk HPS / SS lines /
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Magic-Man Banned 56 Rep 1,063 Posts Drives: N54 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Northeast iTrader: (2)	For $45k? neither. Like both, but I'd have to go '09+ CTS-V or '08+ C63 AMG. I know the AMG is around $50k, but I'd shell out the extra cash.
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06-23-2011, 03:55 PM	#13
Edward Colonel 377 Rep 2,982 Posts Drives: 2013.9999 E92 Jerez ZCP Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2)	yea. CPO M3. As long as your buying stripped down used cars, go with an M3.
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rjive weekend > work 0 Rep 63 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: California iTrader: (0)	I think the M is sexier. Would have bought one myself, but just can't drop that kinda money on a depreciating asset. I bought a used 08 335i.
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Brian@bavarianx Banned 175 Rep 2,268 Posts Drives: E36 M3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Brea, CA iTrader: (8)	I'd say it's more of the tuning factor vs. owning an ///M car Can't go wrong with CPO M3!
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Quasimodem Colonel 147 Rep 2,383 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: California iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 335d US [0.00]	Think about how long you expect to keep it and how long the fuel pump warrantees last. __________________ Speakers: CDT Audio HD-42 comps--front doors (RAAMmat deadened), CDT ES-06 6.5" woofers--kickpanl Pods, Hertz EBX202R dual 8" ported trunk sub. Amps: Phoenix Gold RSd 500.4 (comps & pods). PG RSd 600.1 (sub). Power & Ground: 4AWG Streetwires w/RockFosgt RFDB1 distro blocks. Input: HU lineout--Kicker KISL RCA adapters--RockFosgt RFIT-6 cables--Audiocontrol Matrix--Monster cables--RSd 500.4--lineout Monstr Cabl to RSd 600.1.
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06-23-2011, 04:43 PM	#18
Kensta335 Brigadier General 161 Rep 3,637 Posts Drives: 335i Coupe Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: So Cal 626 iTrader: (4)	M3 easily
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06-23-2011, 09:39 PM	#21
02themax Captain 28 Rep 946 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Calgary, AB iTrader: (6)	I would love to have the M3 but only if I had a second vehicle for winter. My 335i was ok in the winter but this last winter beat the crap out of my car. Lost a winter tire to a pothole. Go with the 335xi in Canada and get a set of winters. Good luck with whatever you choose. __________________ 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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06-23-2011, 11:17 PM	#22
jpop8807 Private 26 Rep 99 Posts Drives: Schwin Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Currently stationed in korea iTrader: (0)	Both great cars. If I had the money I'd go with the M3. But seeing i don't I'd stick with the 335i for the better gas mileage, lower insurance costs, etc. As for tuning factor yes the 335i is a tuners dream. But if your a tuner with money go for the M3 I believe not 100% sure though but M3s have superchargers and i think HPF is making or has made a turbo for it. Then it will probably crush the 335i's.
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