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$40k very nice E90 M3 | 30 | 42.86% | |
$30k '08 higher mileage E90 M3 + $10k higher mileage S2000 | 7 | 10.00% | |
$10k reliable/safe/boring DD + $30k badass track/fun car (Elise, C6, etc.) and | 21 | 30.00% | |
Other | 12 | 17.14% | |
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10-20-2015, 10:55 AM | #45 |
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keep the s2k and get an 09 E90M3 when you can afford to own both. Kind of an updated s2k/m5 combo.
When you're ready, sell what you have to and get a 997S. That becomes your new "s2k" and then you can add another car after that. |
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10-20-2015, 11:02 AM | #46 | ||
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I saw an '08 AW/FR 6MT sedan pop up on Carmax with only 14k for $36k. I figure that + Carmax warranty would be the ticket, but it sold within 2 hours. I guess by going '08, the chances are still low that I'll ever have a rod bearing failure, and the $10k saved will get me halfway there if it did happen w/o warranty. I would definitely keep an eye on regular Blackstone reports, however are those really predictive? Seems like failures have happened despite good oil analysis, no? Quote:
I only owe like $7k on the S2k now (and it's probably worth $1-2k more than I paid, so call it $5-6k to pay it off)... the payment is only $226/mo. And I have $24k in the bank from my M5 sale. However, I haven't seen any 2nd gen CTS-Vs in that price range - at least none that I would want. Ex: there are only 3 manual CTS-Vs within 500 miles of me on Autotrader, and the only one in that remote range is one with 72k on it for $36.5k. I do see what seems like a ton of 2015 M3s hitting the market - I'm hoping those push E90 prices down in the next year. A lot of people want to snap up the N/A V8 version, but a lot are also upgrading to the new model. |
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I like your thinking, although I would probably either DD a 997S or get something lighter as the fun/track car. IMO although they drive fairly differently, the 997S and M3 are too alike to keep both - similar performance, both heavier and more luxurious than I'd like for the track (not to say the 997 isn't a great track car, I just like light, small, simple cars), and both with expensive consumables and potentially catastrophic engine flaws (on the 997.1). I'd rather go Elise/Exige + E90 M3 I think. |
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I've done the two car thing (currently daily drive what was supposed to be my wife's car: a 2013 Dodge Journey, and have a 400+ whp Neon SRT-4 for fun) and I've done the one car thing (same 400+ whp Neon SRT-4 when it was newer, had less mods and was more reliable).
Being that you won't have a garage to work on your car(s), I would definitely go the single car route. Also once you have a child or two, you're not going to have much time to work on them even if you did have a garage. Four times a year isn't a lot of track time, and once the kids come, as you indicated it'll drop even more (possibly to none as more family oriented activities will take precedence). I know the worry that racing your daily driver brings (been there), just don't push it as hard as you might if it were a dedicated track car -- you'll still have fun and that's what is important. I used to take my car to the drag strip 4-6 times a month; as the car became more modified and the risk of having a major break down increased, a back-up daily driver was purchased (a Jeep Wrangler at the time). Now a few years down the road, I've gotten married (again) and the wife and I have a 4 year old and a 2 month old, the Jeep has been modified to the point of getting trailered to the 4-wheeling trails, a truck has been purchased to tow the Jeep (this was supposed to be "my" truck, but my wife likes to drive it more than the Journey), and I drive the Journey to my clients' offices and the SRT-4 sits in the garage, not having been driven, much less to the track in almost a year. (ok, it gets a short drive once a month, but I've put less than 1000 miles on it this year for sure, probably less than 500). Do I miss driving at the track? A little (remember I used to go 1-2 times per WEEK), but with the Jeep I can take my whole family out (in another 2-4 months for the baby) 4-wheeling. In fact, we just bought a used motorhome so that we can go camping every other month or so, towing the Jeep along behind on the trailer. Meanwhile, since the Journey was my wife's car and since my business is growing we decided to get rid of both the SRT-4 and the Journey in favor of something that is nearly as quick as the SRT-4 is (and will be quicker with some minor modifications) and is something the owner of a Software Development business should drive: the 2016 M3 which on its way. But that's my experience: your mileage may vary...
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Am I the only one who dares suggest that you set your car passion aside for a bit and focus on getting your family life underway? For example taking the M5 money and putting towards a down payment on a house. With a garage.
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So in the meantime, I feel I'm being pretty responsible - in fact, I'm hoping to accomplish these car purchases while contributing no extra $ and actually getting rid of the small payment I currently have on the S2k. And a big reason I'm not getting something for a year or so is to save money driving the S2k (cheap consumables, reliable, and very low maintenance) while other stuff depreciates further (S2k is appreciating if anything). |
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10-21-2015, 10:35 AM | #53 |
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I vote buy a a nice E90 M3 - oh wait I have one I am looking to sell!
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10-21-2015, 02:21 PM | #55 |
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Why would you get a2011 E90 when the 2009 had no changes out side of the comb box which you can buy for 300 plus wiring and change for bmw apps? 09 e90s Came LCI and based on the numbers seen more owners of 2011 plus car are doing those stupid 14k mile oil changes and the next buyer gets a car that with in a few months has rod bearing issues? Just my .02 if You have the extra cash get a E90 335I fun turbo DD and keep the sk2 for the track car.
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Regardless of year, I will probably do a warranty. I know the odds are it won't happen, but it's definitely not uncommon on this board and if I'm going to keep it and rely on it as a DD for years, I'd prefer to not worry. Mileage and oil analysis don't seem to be good predictors. Besides, even if it doesn't blow, the warranty could still pay for itself with other problems. I've thought about a 335i but I just know it's not the same, and that would bother me. |
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I would go with OTHER,
Why donīt you give it a chance and test drive a 228? Certainly itīs not an M, but you can get a good cash Price on a Brand new bmw coupe, with enough power to have fun and track sometimes maybe. It also comes with 4 years warranty/service and a great gas milleage (these last two are something to consider in the expenses). I have 18 mo & 1 mo kids and they both fit on the back seat with their child seats. The in/out routine is not comfy but itīs worth it. My wife has a Mazda CX5 for their daily responsabilities and travelling, and I also own a F150 for work as I am a builder. But I am sure you and your wife will enjoy it while the family grows. Last edited by JP Medina; 10-23-2015 at 10:19 AM.. |
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coming from an S2000 , I would suggest an m235i 6 speed. Delivers RWD fun, good power, a little more raw than a 3series, and has a backseat for the baby.
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Thanks for the suggestions, but I'm really looking for a 4-door for kiddos, at least for now. If I was open to a 4-seat coupe I'd be 997S without looking back...
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Little update: I rented an Elise and took it on the highway and one of my favorite twisty roads. Car was awesome and the steering feel especially was so much better than anything I've driven (another level from even the 993 C2 I drove), but while it was fun, I no longer see myself spending 3/4 of my total car budget on one. It is more of a toy than a real car! If I had $100k total to spend then maybe.
Right afterward, I drove my old E39 M5 on the same road (sold it to a friend, who was tagging along that day). I thought after an Elise it would fall flat on its face, but it was actually still rather fun in its own way. I guess the whole experience of the day made me lean further toward getting an E90 M3 as my only car. Although the friend I sold my M5 to said he likes the M5 more than the E92 M3 he had! >_< |
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After 6.5yrs I thought it would be time for a change. Does a wine connoisseur doesn't buy the same bottle of wine over and over again for his entire life, now does he? Not saying I'll never own an E39 M5 again, but it's time for a change. And if this will by my only car, I'd prefer the somewhat lighter weight and increased agility that the M3 offers. |
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