06-28-2012, 01:39 AM | #1 |
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ordering M5 or get another E90 M3?
ok, i have an order sheet for a 2013 M5 and was about to pull the trigger but there is a recently traded in M3 sedan that just became available.
The M5 would be MCB/black with manual transmission, 20's, rear tv's (for kids), heads up, and bmw apps. thats it. Configured this way, i can get it for less than US base MSRP The M3 sedan is a 2011 that is loaded and has a manual transmission. Its grey and has a sunroof which are the detractors for me. I'm probably looking at a +35K difference between the two vehicles. i have two small kids. the car would be used really just for commuting and occasional trips to the ring when i can't bring the toy or racing. This would be my 4th M3 if I go that route. If i get the M5, it would be my first M5. I'm just worried I would get a little tired of the size of the M5. for those that switched from M3 to M5 any regrets?
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06-28-2012, 11:21 AM | #4 |
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I came from a 5 series to a 3 series... can't wait to get back into a 5. It's really a perfect sized cruiser and road rocket. You won't have any regrets with the m5... Guaranteed!
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06-28-2012, 06:02 PM | #9 |
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I would say you are taking a big risk if you are planning to buy the M5 without a test drive.
I believe the M5 is the best car in the world right now, however, it is a very different car from the M3. A man who knows what he wants would not be cross shopping the two.
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06-28-2012, 07:32 PM | #10 |
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You can test drive another F10 5-series model to see if you like the size.
I ordered the M5, but I would most likely get the new M3 sedan if I could wait an additional year or so. I test drove a 550i with manual transmission and thought that I could live with the somewhat large size. It does have the advantage of a more spacious interior. However, overall I would prefer a somewhat smaller and lighter car. |
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