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08-12-2016, 02:16 PM | #23 | |
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08-12-2016, 02:57 PM | #24 |
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Check out the prices for Z4M in Germany, they have more than doubled in the past two years!
http://fahrzeuge.autoscout24.de/?brd...d0=19617&dtr=s
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08-12-2016, 04:13 PM | #25 | ||
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So I backed off of it last year but the sound it makes at full chat leaves an imprint on ones soul. My friend sold his immaculate E39 M5 for a 997.2 Turbo S. He loved that car. We need the Back to the Future car to visit 2003! And I forgot about an awesome non-M car from that era, the E38 740i Sport. In Imola Red and Tan it is a gorgeous car with so much want. It has the hardware and still beautiful cold forged M Parallel wheels. |
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08-12-2016, 10:55 PM | #26 | |
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Regardless of vert or coupe, as others have said, since these Ms are the last of the more raw analog BMW cars, the value should remain stable and slowly increase in the future for clean low mileage examples. |
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08-14-2016, 11:51 PM | #28 |
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I agree with the OP that the market is kind of messed up right now. These cars should be going for more than what's trending in the market right now. If you consider what's available today new, there's really nothing short of an exotic, that offers the same level of raw, tactile feel you get from the Z4M. The fact that it's one of the last naturally aspirated M-cars and that they're relatively limited production, should make a strong case for an appreciating model.
For context, I put my MR for sale last month and intentionally set the price above the average market rate. I actually would prefer to keep it, but also see this as an experiment to see if I can influence the market for these cars. Of course, I know it's a well-sorted, low-mileage clean EAG car, probably in the top 5% of all MRs, but I refuse to sell it for sub-par market values. I mean, what else would I replace it with that's not something like a Mustang GT350 or a 997 GT3 (totally different league, I know.) I'm not asking that kind of money either, but point is I'm at a loss for what I'd replace it with that won't cost an arm-and-a-leg. |
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08-15-2016, 07:26 AM | #29 | |
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08-15-2016, 07:46 AM | #30 |
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Cayman / Boxster S are about the same money, and are very similar (MT, NA 6 cyl, ~300hp, catastrophic failures out of nowhere...)
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08-15-2016, 07:56 AM | #32 | |
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That said, I still preferred the Z4M for being unforgiving, more challenging to drive fast, and for all its quirks and unique design. It also doesn't hurt that the S54 is an absolute sweetheart of an engine. |
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08-15-2016, 09:14 AM | #33 |
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Agreed, that's why I love mine too. But I think what we've done is fall for the kinky girl-next-door with a mole on her tit, where most people maybe prefer the traditional beauty. Quick googling shows Cayman US sales from 06-08 are about 10:1 compared to the Moupe. Points for exclusivity yes, but sales weren't limited from the factory, demand was just lower when new. Hopefully the masses come around, and maybe BMW will make a proper new one
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08-17-2016, 11:33 PM | #34 |
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I am on the M2 ED waiting list.. a 2 year waiting list. I figure since I am waiting, might as well get something to drive in the meantime.
My first thought was the 2017 Camaro 1LE. There's something to be said about a car that you can take delivery, change pads/fluid, and go straight to the track with a warranty. However I am having a hard time warming up to the looks, and like you said, there are a lot of high school and rentacar Camaro V6s. I know the V6 isn't in the same realm of performance but it kind of ruins the exclusivity. GT350.. only the 'R' version does it for me. And it's $60k before the markup. I know it is selling quickly but that is much money for me to spend on a Mustang. F80 M3. Nice car, maybe when I have kids. E92 M3. Used ones are not much cheaper than a new SS, and a bit sterile on the street IMO. So I came to the M coupe. I have always loved this shape since the concept came out in 2005 or 2006. And resale should be very strong. The stock brakes and diff will not be as good as the new stuff, but it is rare and has a 'special' feel inside and out. A good buy right now IMO. Last edited by ClothSeats; 08-17-2016 at 11:44 PM.. |
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08-19-2016, 07:09 PM | #37 |
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Interesting thoughts on here. I am the kind of guy that is just unwilling to be car-poor. In fact until I bought my Z4MC I had been car payment free for a couple years and was never going back. So spending ~22k on this was not what I had planned but in the end I financed only half, so I guess I'll live. But it was after the test drive (and being in love with the S54 engine since the original M3) that I just couldn't resist.
This car is my automotive soul-mate. It has soul to spare. There may be cars I could love as much but NOT for ~$22k or less. Not even $30 or less I think. And as far as fixing it up goes? I don't care what I have to spend. Even a new/replacement engine is cheaper than a new/used car. So, new engine? So what, done. New tranny needed? So what, done. And after I've spent that money what I still have is one bad ass soulful, bad-ass looking but still classy, amazing car. Last edited by DaveJB; 08-19-2016 at 07:24 PM.. |
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Are you sure you wouldn't try falling for the non-R GT350? It's still a hell of a car and unless you want to be on the track, will give you at least 80% of the R's performance and less worry about damaging those expensive carbon-fiber wheels. Alas, you can't go wrong with the Z4M Coupe. Good choice! |
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08-22-2016, 12:12 AM | #39 | |
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I'm guessing more Roadies were sold to non-enthusiasts who garage them?
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