DCT M3 or 6 speed 135i

[Stevenjunks]

I'm debating on a DCT e92 m3 or a 6 speed 135i.
Iv been searching for a couple months now, and I really want a 6 speed m3. But its been hard finding a clean one. I need to get a car soon.

What would you guys choose?

[Helmsman]

Asking on this board I guess you're looking for support of your decision bud. You made the right one..😊

[Ram3n]

Keep searching for that clean 6 speed. You'll find one. If not local look at other states. The V8 is lovely. Came from the in line 6 e46 m3. I love this v8

[Stevenjunks]

Iv got 2 months till I pull the trigger

[Haywood]

I had (2) 135's. While they are a blast to drive, it's not in the same league as an e92 M3. You'll never hear anyone say, "Gee, I wish I could sell my M3 to go back to my 135".

Be patient. Two months is still a long time. You'll find her.

[pbonsalb]

I like the N54 version of the 135i, meaning 08-10 and maybe the "is" model in 11. But I agree with patiently looking for the 6 speed M3 if that is what you want, and expanding your search to within 1500 miles or even nationwide.

[Cerberus]

M3 without a doubt in either transmission. I am biased towards the 6mt.

[BrewRifle]

Have you driven both a 6MT and DCT E9X M3 yet? If not, I'd do that first thing.

I had a near FBO 6MT 09 135i and really enjoyed it, but it's nothing like the M3 (DCT - Didn't want 6MT) and falls short in literally every category outside of the size difference to me (I enjoyed the smaller overall size).

[spiderspider]

the DCT is pretty awesome.

[Efini]

you'll find the right car within 2 months. can't go wrong with dct either. good luck!

[jiggz]

I don't know how far your search extends, but 2 months seems like plenty as long as you're willing to travel/ship. E92 6MT's aren't that rare.

[last1left]

M3 with DCT or 6MT

[Bimmed Out]

Originally Posted by Ram3n

Keep searching for that clean 6 speed. You'll find one.

This is the right call. And it's not close.

[monterey]

What's your budget and location?

[sojirovs]

The wait time will worth. Driven my friend's 135i m pack 6mt numerous times. No comparison. period.

[Solo_M_Tech]

Originally Posted by pbonsalb

I like the N54 version of the 135i, meaning 08-10 and maybe the "is" model in 11. But I agree with patiently looking for the 6 speed M3 if that is what you want, and expanding your search to within 1500 miles or even nationwide.

The 135is didnt exist in 2011....... its a limited 2013 model only.

To the OP.... having owned both a DCT E90 and a 6MT E90 M3, you cannot go wrong either way. IF you truly want a 6MT, be patient and shop. I got lucky with mine as it came up for sale at the exact right time when I needed to buy another M3.

[pbonsalb]

Originally Posted by Uber///Madd

The 135is didnt exist in 2011....... its a limited 2013 model only.

I must have been thinking of the 335is. I think there was a carryover model using the N54 in 2011 designated "is." I would not get excited about any N55 motor car, designated "is" or not.