[Asiann]

I say do what you want with your money but I'm fine here!

[HSU]

keep your 330 till new M3 come out save up lose money on trade in ...even you have 335 ..once M3 come out ..you might be trade 335 for M3 again

[Artz 330]

i needa supercharger..

[thunderbirdsarego]

I've only recently taken delivery of my 330xi and did not feel any kind of power deficit (it's a manual which probably helps) and adore the feel of the car.

Having said that, at the time that I bought the vehicle I was looking for the most fun car to drive that could also get me to and from the interior of our province (winter mountain roads, gravel roads, ice, slush etc.). The 330xi was the best AWD vehicle that I test drove (no RS4 available yet!). Had a 335xi been available I would most likely have ended up with it.

In purchasing the 330 I also made the conscious decision to change my buying pattern in cars from this point onwards. Instead of keeping them 10+ years (I still have an 87 RX-7 Turbo!) I decided that I would sell within the warranty period. I'm not sure whether this will be 2 years or 4 years away. That decision would be made partly based on how my current ride was doing and also on what other offerings came out.

As far as the 335 goes, and assuming BMW do make an xi version, I would most likely wait a year or so until the bugs are worked out and then trade up. How long I would wait would likely depend on how much the car was changed, whether it was turbo or not etc. In some ways I'm happy I waited on the E90. The software problems are getting sorted, comfort access arrived and it turned out no major mechanical issues arose.

Some people are early adopters no questions asked. Me, whilst I embrace change I do have a little more of a wait and see attitude.

I.e. I may well trade up, but probably not until the new car has been around for 6-12 months and I will also be looking at what else may be coming down the road at that time (suspension changes, next gen run-flat technology, modified xDrive, ejector seats, rocket assist etc. .

[stressdoc]

If it comes with the M-sport pack, especially the interior, I will not be able to resist. But this is not quite fair, because the choice for me involves dumping the 323 to get either a 325/328/330 vs. the 335. So I will not be taking the hit that those of you that already have E90s would be. I like to keep a car for at least 5 years.

[poldim]

Originally Posted by thunderbirdsarego

I've only recently taken delivery of my 330xi and did not feel any kind of power deficit (it's a manual which probably helps) and adore the feel of the car.

Having said that, at the time that I bought the vehicle I was looking for the most fun car to drive that could also get me to and from the interior of our province (winter mountain roads, gravel roads, ice, slush etc.). The 330xi was the best AWD vehicle that I test drove (no RS4 available yet!). Had a 335xi been available I would most likely have ended up with it.

In purchasing the 330 I also made the conscious decision to change my buying pattern in cars from this point onwards. Instead of keeping them 10+ years (I still have an 87 RX-7 Turbo!) I decided that I would sell within the warranty period. I'm not sure whether this will be 2 years or 4 years away. That decision would be made partly based on how my current ride was doing and also on what other offerings came out.

As far as the 335 goes, and assuming BMW do make an xi version, I would most likely wait a year or so until the bugs are worked out and then trade up. How long I would wait would likely depend on how much the car was changed, whether it was turbo or not etc. In some ways I'm happy I waited on the E90. The software problems are getting sorted, comfort access arrived and it turned out no major mechanical issues arose.

Some people are early adopters no questions asked. Me, whilst I embrace change I do have a little more of a wait and see attitude.

I.e. I may well trade up, but probably not until the new car has been around for 6-12 months and I will also be looking at what else may be coming down the road at that time (suspension changes, next gen run-flat technology, modified xDrive, ejector seats, rocket assist etc. .

Im going to be keeping this car for 3 to 4 years, and in that time, I'm sure newer and better cars will come out or be scheduled for production. Unless you got millions, I suggest you not waste your money because you will never have the latest and great. It will always evolve and change, just like anything technological.

I picked up my car in September with CA and the latest software. Deffinetly a good thing to have MP3 and some of the other querks worked out by the time I got into my 330!

to wait and see

[Tweak48]

Although I've never driven one, a friend at work has one and loves it; very quick and handles well.

Were you sick of the auto tranny or looking for a smaller, lighter vehicle?

I'd be interested to know how they compared, given that I have a 330i "in transit" and was seriously considering a 300C among others.

[no_exit]

Maybe in four or five years when I am ready for a new ride.

[Armen52]

Not a chance dudes. Not gonna get hosed for several hard-earned thousands of dollars for a few measly tenths on acceleration. I could not care less that some fool in an IS350 might beat me to the next stoplight.

Put us both on some twisty backroads and see which one of us has more fun! Or a freeway onramp! Or anywhere! Man I love my car (as if that wasn't evident from this post).

[JB 330ci]

Originally Posted by Armen52

Not a chance dudes. Not gonna get hosed for several hard-earned thousands of dollars for a few measly tenths on acceleration. I could not care less that some fool in an IS350 might beat me to the next stoplight.

Put us both on some twisty backroads and see which one of us has more fun! Or a freeway onramp! Or anywhere! Man I love my car (as if that wasn't evident from this post).

True But I think it's more of an "Image Problem" with Americans.
If BMW built a 340 and released it 1 year after the 335...most of the same people who jumped from 330 to a 335 would jump to 340 (Considering if they can afford the thing and how they can squander even more money).

Something like this you might as well lease. Best way to save your money for your next vehicle (since it's only a stop-gap measure until the next or higher "premium" vehicle comes out). I think BMW is offering 2 year leases on their vehicles right now anyway.

Some people bought the E90 just to be the first one on the block. I looked at the vehicle and considered I'll just wait for the coupe. Remember most people want things "now" and refuse to wait even if it would be better for them in the long run. Once E90's started showing up everywhere you want to jump to the next new thing or say "I have a 330, not a basic 325 or a cheap 325...I can afford the best." The next best will be the 335 so these kind of people "must" have a 335.

A good example is all of the exercise and diet solutions out there when it has been proven time and time again that moderate exercise with a good balanced diet will solve those problems.

[Speedy E90]

I have been a BMW fan for a long time. My fascination with these cars is rooted in the smoothness and silkiness of the inline 6 nat. aspirated engines. Adding a turbo to the already powerful engine will just take away from the smooth and linear acceleration of the car. Ill save that $$$.

[IDENTITY_MOTORSPORTS]

just save the money and build up the 330. No sense in wasting money. We don't even know if there is actually a 335 yet...... that is the problem in america, always wanting bigger and better. i am a victim of this as well. i am not really in the financial situation to have my car, just having a 2 year old girl and 9 month old son. i was in fact very selfish in my purchase but have always wanted one since the day i can remember. even with my business, i always work on them and get to drive them, i figured it would at least be appropriate to have one. oh well. you gotta love america.

[Pretender]

Forget about the 335. If you have extra money laying around, go for the M3. That's what I would do, but I'm very happy with my 330 and even plan to upgrade the service maintenance to 6 years/100kmiles to meet my extended warranty of 6yrs/100kmiles.

[D&G]

That is why I am waiting for the 335i to come out. I almost bought a 330i but found out about the 335i so I don't want to make that mistake buying a 330i when the 335i is just around the corner. Anyone know how much more the 335i will be compare to the 330i????

[poldim]

You might get a better deal on the 330 when the 335 comes over. But I dont think the performance will warrant the price. The M3 will, as they always have been.

[ward]

I figured I'd just cut out the middleman and send my dealer a nice $5000 check in exchange for nothing..........

friggin amazing

[cntlaw]

I know this article I read might not be a complete story. Just let someone here to verify.

" In 2006 Geneva Moto show to be held in March, BMW will display its brand new 3-Series Coupe., 1-Series 3-Door version, Z4 Roadster Facelift. The 3-Series Coupe engine line-up will not be as many as the 4-Door, it only has 2.2litre(180hp) and 3.0litre(255hp) for petrol engine; and 3 different disel engines power ranged from 163hp to 272hp and the M3 will get a 4.0litre(400hp) V8......."

The article did not mention a 335 coupe? I don't think this local mag article is 100% correct anyway.

[espo]

Leased my car... We will see what comes out in a couple of more years. It's one of the upsides of leasing.

[lumbergh]

While it seems tempting at first, I am a "one or the other" kind of guy. My 325 is a commuter, because it is a commuter I got the cheapest thing I would be happy with. I added premium, auto, and Xenons. If I wanted something more I would get the M3 and yes I would have waited for the e90 M3. 325 to a 330 or even to a 335 is just not worth the effort or money for me. If I had a 330, no way I would trade that for a 335. 325 to M3 or 330 to M3, totally worth it in my opinion if the car fits the need.

I am not going to drive an M3 for my wear and tear, high mileage, rock chip filled commute. Once I move and cut my commute my eyes will be set on an M3. Right now I am averaging 36k miles per year. I am going to take a beating when I sell mine anyway, might as well be for the M3.

[DTM]

Originally Posted by thunderbirdsarego

I've only recently taken delivery of my 330xi and did not feel any kind of power deficit (it's a manual which probably helps) and adore the feel of the car.

Having said that, at the time that I bought the vehicle I was looking for the most fun car to drive that could also get me to and from the interior of our province (winter mountain roads, gravel roads, ice, slush etc.). The 330xi was the best AWD vehicle that I test drove (no RS4 available yet!). Had a 335xi been available I would most likely have ended up with it.

In purchasing the 330 I also made the conscious decision to change my buying pattern in cars from this point onwards. Instead of keeping them 10+ years (I still have an 87 RX-7 Turbo!) I decided that I would sell within the warranty period. I'm not sure whether this will be 2 years or 4 years away. That decision would be made partly based on how my current ride was doing and also on what other offerings came out.

As far as the 335 goes, and assuming BMW do make an xi version, I would most likely wait a year or so until the bugs are worked out and then trade up. How long I would wait would likely depend on how much the car was changed, whether it was turbo or not etc. In some ways I'm happy I waited on the E90. The software problems are getting sorted, comfort access arrived and it turned out no major mechanical issues arose.

Some people are early adopters no questions asked. Me, whilst I embrace change I do have a little more of a wait and see attitude.

I.e. I may well trade up, but probably not until the new car has been around for 6-12 months and I will also be looking at what else may be coming down the road at that time (suspension changes, next gen run-flat technology, modified xDrive, ejector seats, rocket assist etc. .

What about the S4? I always thought an S4 was better than a 330xi anyday.

[thunderbirdsarego]

Originally Posted by DTM

What about the S4? I always thought an S4 was better than a 330xi anyday.

Oddly enough I was looking more seriously at the A4 2.0 T than the S4. I initially ruled out the S4 due to a combination of lack of ground clearance, price (about 75K Canadian with the options I was considering) and an interior that I was not so keen on as the regular A4 (I prefer low key vehicles hence my love of the S40!). As time progressed and the $ figure I would be paying looked higher as I optioned out the E90 I did briefly reconsider the S4.

In the end I really couldn't get myself to like the exterior of the new A4 body style. That may seem flakey for someone that likes to drive but I just couldn't imaging turning my nose up at something that would cost me 75K - I had to love it both inside and out ! Audi reliability concerns whether justifiable or not were also a factor with both the A4 and the S4.

Incidentally, I quite like the look of the E90 but preferred the look of the old Audi 1.8T. The old Audi body aesthetic with either the 2.0T or the V8 of the S4 would be very tempting and I might have ended up with one.

Having said all that, I've really come to like the feel of the 330xi and do prefer the steering and feel of the car to the 2.0T. However, they are both great cars.

It is also interesting to note that the most recent A4 is only a model refresh. I think that the new nose didn't work as well on the A4 as it did on the A3 and A6. I suspect when they redo the model lineup the new A4 and S4 could be a very interesting proposition. If they improve the aesthetic and flow down the RWD bias quattro that is used in the RS4 it could be my next car!

As for the RS4, well it is just so damn fast that all of it's other "faults" (price, gas consumption, ground clearance) just have to be looked over! However, long term I think I might be better off keeping the 330xi and trading the RX-7 for a used Boxster. Probably easier on the pocket and just as much fun !

[DTM]

Originally Posted by thunderbirdsarego

Oddly enough I was looking more seriously at the A4 2.0 T than the S4. I initially ruled out the S4 due to a combination of lack of ground clearance, price (about 75K Canadian with the options I was considering) and an interior that I was not so keen on as the regular A4 (I prefer low key vehicles hence my love of the S40!). As time progressed and the $ figure I would be paying looked higher as I optioned out the E90 I did briefly reconsider the S4.

In the end I really couldn't get myself to like the exterior of the new A4 body style. That may seem flakey for someone that likes to drive but I just couldn't imaging turning my nose up at something that would cost me 75K - I had to love it both inside and out ! Audi reliability concerns whether justifiable or not were also a factor with both the A4 and the S4.

Incidentally, I quite like the look of the E90 but preferred the look of the old Audi 1.8T. The old Audi body aesthetic with either the 2.0T or the V8 of the S4 would be very tempting and I might have ended up with one.

Having said all that, I've really come to like the feel of the 330xi and do prefer the steering and feel of the car to the 2.0T. However, they are both great cars.

It is also interesting to note that the most recent A4 is only a model refresh. I think that the new nose didn't work as well on the A4 as it did on the A3 and A6. I suspect when they redo the model lineup the new A4 and S4 could be a very interesting proposition. If they improve the aesthetic and flow down the RWD bias quattro that is used in the RS4 it could be my next car!

As for the RS4, well it is just so damn fast that all of it's other "faults" (price, gas consumption, ground clearance) just have to be looked over! However, long term I think I might be better off keeping the 330xi and trading the RX-7 for a used Boxster. Probably easier on the pocket and just as much fun !

Personally, I would have gone for a used S4. Save $$$, speed, looks, blah blah blah. Sorry if any of my inquisitions look rude.