E90 M3 is the best sedan ever

[SatelliteMan]

So I'm about to turn 27, getting a promotion, raise, and a big bonus. More than enough saved for this car. I've been through a few from 300zx TT to B6 S4, C43 AMG, FX45 etc...

I've officially determined, you can't argue with me, that the E90 M3 is the best performance sedan hands down. The car will place high in every category and wins best overall. Price, performance, styling, etc...

Can't wait to get one. Taking my time. Price point of these cars dropped recently making it really affordable having 15k to be put down. Only looking to spend 26k though. I own a IS300 that I will just keep as my daily until I get the M where I want it/don't want to put miles on it.

Wish me luck!

[loveskiing]

Nice choice! I agree with your assessment...if you can raise a few more $$$, look at the 2011 w/comp package...IMHO it will be the one that future buyers will want...
Good luck!

[Rat3d ///M]

Originally Posted by SatelliteMan

So I'm about to turn 27, getting a promotion, raise, and a big bonus. More than enough saved for this car. I've been through a few from 300zx TT to B6 S4, C43 AMG, FX45 etc...

I've officially determined, you can't argue with me, that the E90 M3 is the best performance sedan hands down. The car will place high in every category and wins best overall. Price, performance, styling, etc...

Can't wait to get one. Taking my time. Price point of these cars dropped recently making it really affordable having 15k to be put down. Only looking to spend 26k though. I own a IS300 that I will just keep as my daily until I get the M where I want it/don't want to put miles on it.

Wish me luck!

I would spend more. At that price point you are looking at a 2008 with higher miles (75k+). These cars have dropped in price, but not THAT much and anything you buy at that price point could potentially have very expensive problems down the road. You will be better off spending more for a lower mileage, newer example. I just sold my 2011 E90 ZCP w/ 54k miles for $35k. I paid $44.5k a little over 2 years ago. I think both prices were fair at the time.

[roastbeef]

Originally Posted by loveskiing

Nice choice! I agree with your assessment...if you can raise a few more $$$, look at the 2011 w/comp package...IMHO it will be the one that future buyers will want...
Good luck!

this. good luck in your search. lci zcp e90's are schweet. get a slick-top too.

[monterey]

Are you getting a Stick or DCT? If it's going to be a keeper then you might want a 6 spd.

[Solo_M_Tech]

I agree. I own an 08 and after doing the rod bearing service i feel this car will last for many years to come. I dont see the need to spend 10-15 grand more for a 2011. Get a clean 08, do the rod bearings, do the LCI retrofit, CIC retrofit and basic suspension upgrades and youll come out cheaper. Exactly what i did with my 08. It doesnt matter what mileage you purchase at, your new M3 will still need the bearing service, so you might as well save alittle and buy an 08-09.

[Solo_M_Tech]

My old 08 with updates.

[DLam]

def agree! love my e90!

[Jhanksm3]

Damn those zcp's are nice

[cyman83]

Originally Posted by Uber///M

I agree. I own an 08 and after doing the rod bearing service i feel this car will last for many years to come. I dont see the need to spend 10-15 grand more for a 2011. Get a clean 08, do the rod bearings, do the LCI retrofit, CIC retrofit and basic suspension upgrades and youll come out cheaper. Exactly what i did with my 08. It doesnt matter what mileage you purchase at, your new M3 will still need the bearing service, so you might as well save alittle and buy an 08-09.

Sure you might come out cheaper getting an older car, but you'll never get what you spent on the retrofit if you do decide to sell down the road. Spend a little more and buy the car that has the things you want, and not a car without the things you want and wish it had.

[Solo_M_Tech]

Originally Posted by cyman83

Sure you might come out cheaper getting an older car, but you'll never get what you spent on the retrofit if you do decide to sell down the road. Spend a little more and buy the car that has the things you want, and not a car without the things you want and wish it had.

Not saying this isn't solid advice, however:

Who cares? Why do you go into a purchase worrying about what it's gonna be worth when you sell it? Cars are 99% of the time a losing investments. Why not just buy a car that works for you, your budget and your aesthetic requirements? I mean sure, you can spend 10 grand more and get a 2011 with lower miles... but thats the difference between $450 a month and $650 a month, for basically the exact same thing. They all have the same problems regardless of year. Fuck resale value and buy the car to enjoy it.

[cyman83]

Originally Posted by Uber///M

Not saying this isn't solid advice, however:

Who cares? Why do you go into a purchase worrying about what it's gonna be worth when you sell it? Cars are 99% of the time a losing investments. Why not just buy a car that works for you, your budget and your aesthetic requirements? I mean sure, you can spend 10 grand more and get a 2011 with lower miles... but thats the difference between $450 a month and $650 a month, for basically the exact same thing. They all have the same problems regardless of year. Fuck resale value and buy the car to enjoy it.

Sure it's 10K more, but you're saving money on the CIC retro, LCI retro, and any other retro you plan to do. So at the end of the day, you save 7-8K on a 3 year older vehicle. If you had told me, I'm saving 10K on the same model year, but I just need to retrofit some items because my car wasn't built with it then I agree.

[Cerberus]

Personally, I would buy the newest one with the lowest mileage you can afford. I'd target 2009 and newer.

Regarding the best sport sedan ever, the e39m is right up there with the e90m on my list.

[6ixSpd]

Originally Posted by Cerberus

Personally, I would buy the newest one with the lowest mileage you can afford. I'd target 2009 and newer.

This.

Originally Posted by Cerberus

Regarding the best sport sedan ever, the e39m is right up there with the e90m on my list.

And this

[Solo_M_Tech]

I both agree and disagree. IF the OP has a budget, he has to get the most car he can in his budget... If that's an 08 with high miles, then so be it. He can add any features he wants later, like the combox and CIC navi. Besides that's fun in itself.

[Solo_M_Tech]

Originally Posted by Cerberus

Personally, I would buy the newest one with the lowest mileage you can afford. I'd target 2009 and newer.

Regarding the best sport sedan ever, the e39m is right up there with the e90m on my list.

Besides the tail lights, and the navi, and combox, there is no difference between an 08 and a 2011. Im not disagreeing with you, but you have to look at it that way too

[Cerberus]

OP, no matter the year e90m you get, you will love it.

Fantastic car!

[Solo_M_Tech]

Originally Posted by Cerberus

OP, no matter the year e90m you get, you will love it. Fantastic car!

So much truth! Lets all just post pics of our bad ass E90 ///M's so the OP gets all hyped and buys one!

[SpacegrayMe90]

I have had my e90 M3 for a while now and she still puts that same smile on my face as the day I picked her up from the dealership.

Did some power slides with her the other day, and man this car never gets old to me!

Good luck OP.

[91foxbody]

I'm a young guy (28). Bought my 2010 E90 M3 as my daily driver as I'm starting the whole family life. It's an incredible car that I plan on owning till the wheels fall off.

[jaekeem]

Couldnt agree with you more as it'll definitely be a great daily. I found my 08 a few months back for $34.5, only had 21k miles on it too. DCT, slicktop, non EDC/iDrive, full leather. Completely stock...until I got a hold of it lol...

[spiderspider]

yeah man nothing wrong with 08's. especially if it's a single hump anyway.