upgrade to M4 or GTR?

lemonpark · 02-05-2016, 11:26 AM

haven't been on here for ages, anyway, depending how things go I'm looking to upgrade to either a 2014 M4 or 2012+ Nissan GTR R35. Don't know if I should stick with BMW and rwd or try something different like a GTR.

Driven both and I love the M4, the interior is nice, gearbox is great, feels similar but somehow different at the same time. But I also love the GTR. The sound of the tranny and little stuff like that I like, and the acceleration is :O

This isn't something thats definite so just wanna know what other people think.

oh and both would most likely stay stock except maybe a tune and exhaust

09Bmw328xi · 02-05-2016, 11:34 AM

Gtr

kong24680 · 02-05-2016, 11:39 AM

Between the two, I would choose the GTR. But if it was me, I would get a 997.2 turbo s haha

kong24680 · 02-05-2016, 11:40 AM

Between the two choices I would pick GTR. But if I was in your same position I would opt for a 997.2 Turbo S haha

iliketurtl3s · 02-05-2016, 04:18 PM

Fuaaaaarkkkkk. Hard decision!

DR-JEKL · 02-05-2016, 04:22 PM

GTR interior imo is bloody terrible, tranny is harsh, drivetrains clunky but Jesus they go and sound much better than an M4

As a daily the m4 would be more practical and comfortable, but gtr as you know is a weapon

Fuji · 02-05-2016, 06:46 PM

Ballerrrr

Pyro335 · 02-05-2016, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DR-JEKL

As a daily the m4 would be more practical and comfortable, but gtr as you know is a weapon

I love both cars, but agree with the DR there.

Flex68 · 02-05-2016, 07:14 PM

R35 GTR hands down over the m4 or any Porsche

lemonpark · 02-05-2016, 07:17 PM

Yeah M4 would be the better daily but getting another car for that haha

NewHotness · 02-05-2016, 07:22 PM

I love my BM but a mate of mine has a GTR tuned for straight e85 and that thing is nuts. Only mods were the injectors and the exhaust from Nissan and OMG!! Essentially stock car that was just an animal but was comfortable to just cruise as a daily.

GTR for sure.

_ink · 02-05-2016, 09:59 PM

So many GTR lovers here.. lol.. Must have all been JDM boys before the bimmer. (I was too before people get offended)

Personally, i dont like the GTR.

But if you're looking for a fast car off the production line, and that's all you want... then GTR.

For what BMW calls the 'Ultimate Driving experience', go with a Euro.

I still remember the first time i sat in the drivers seat of the BMW.. It was amazing.. (not so in the GTR).

ArcticRik · 02-05-2016, 10:06 PM

GTR hands down....

donR · 02-05-2016, 11:42 PM

What about used GT3 if you have the coin

Flex68 · 02-05-2016, 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _ink

So many GTR lovers here.. lol.. Must have all been JDM boys before the bimmer. (I was too before people get offended)

Personally, i dont like the GTR.

But if you're looking for a fast car off the production line, and that's all you want... then GTR.

For what BMW calls the 'Ultimate Driving experience', go with a Euro.

I still remember the first time i sat in the drivers seat of the BMW.. It was amazing.. (not so in the GTR).

Really ??! First time I rode in a r35 gtr with Cobb tuning etc I was abit to blow my load and pee my pants at the same time .... The newer models do look alittle funny though but like how the later model e92 the front end looks alittle thin to me lol

sbce90 · 02-06-2016, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DR-JEKL

GTR interior imo is bloody terrible, tranny is harsh, drivetrains clunky but Jesus they go and sound much better than an M4

As a daily the m4 would be more practical and comfortable, but gtr as you know is a weapon

Agreed with this, if it's going to be occasional use for a quick blast or something then GTR. Anything more than that M4. Personally I'm not really a GTR fan but in this case I'd take it if you have another daily anyway.

Flex68 · 02-06-2016, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by donR

What about used GT3 if you have the coin

Even if I had the coin id still
Pick the m4 or gtr or others .

sbce90 · 02-06-2016, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donR

What about used GT3 if you have the coin

Stupid Porsche price bubble. People are asking plain stupid money for their cars and frankly if someone does pay those prices then good on the seller for capitalising on it.

Flex68 · 02-06-2016, 08:23 AM

I know the r35 gtr has a clunky cruising trans etc but I kinda like its rough and tough .....I love my 335i and yes it's smooth but it burbles and pops and shows some teeth

iliketurtl3s · 02-06-2016, 08:38 AM

Thank fuck everyone here has a different opinion on what they like.

mmmmQuattro · 02-06-2016, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lemonpark

Driven both and I love the M4, the interior is nice, gearbox is great, feels similar but somehow different at the same time.

After driving the M4 for a while, it feels totally different to the 335 - When I get back in my 335, I realize why I bought the M4.

Yes, the GTR is faster, so if that's important to you - get it.

Have a look at this thread for more info.
Maintenance on the GTR can be pretty high.

Finally, I am just starting to look at these kind of cars as a 3 - 5 year exercise, not a 30 year commitment. Just get the best deal you can now (which might dictate what you get) and live with it for a few year and then move on to something else.

That's sort of what I did - I wasn't really looking for an M4 convertible, I was looking for a 2012 911s but the M4 was a much better deal and as it turns out much more practical.

Flex68 · 02-06-2016, 08:47 PM

Actually what's the price difference between the m4 and gtr firstly ??! And then maintence prices ??? Now keep in mind you'll have better scope with the gtr since m4 is still new and issues down the track haven't been uncovered yet lol I do love the looks and stance of the m4 but the GTR will always be special

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lemonpark Captain 58 Rep 610 Posts Drives: '08 335i E92 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	upgrade to M4 or GTR? haven't been on here for ages, anyway, depending how things go I'm looking to upgrade to either a 2014 M4 or 2012+ Nissan GTR R35. Don't know if I should stick with BMW and rwd or try something different like a GTR. Driven both and I love the M4, the interior is nice, gearbox is great, feels similar but somehow different at the same time. But I also love the GTR. The sound of the tranny and little stuff like that I like, and the acceleration is :O This isn't something thats definite so just wanna know what other people think. oh and both would most likely stay stock except maybe a tune and exhaust __________________ JB4 G5 ISO \| BMS Backend Flash \| Alpina B3 TCU Flash \| AR Design Catless DP \| BMS DCI \| ER CP \| Turbosmart Race Port BOV \| Muffler Delete \| H&R Sport Springs \| BMS Cowl \| BMW Performance Alcantara Wheel \| M3 DCT Paddles \| Muse Concept and Design Interior \| 19" GTC-CX \| M3 Lip Spoiler \| Zieg CF Rear Diffuser \| Flow Designs Front Lip \| Black Grill \| RGB LED Angel Eyes \| 8000K HID \| Last edited by lemonpark; 02-05-2016 at 11:35 AM..
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kong24680 Captain 252 Rep 998 Posts Drives: Silverstone Metallic F06 M6 Gr Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (5)	Between the two, I would choose the GTR. But if it was me, I would get a 997.2 turbo s haha
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kong24680 Captain 252 Rep 998 Posts Drives: Silverstone Metallic F06 M6 Gr Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (5)	Between the two choices I would pick GTR. But if I was in your same position I would opt for a 997.2 Turbo S haha
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iliketurtl3s Captain 72 Rep 946 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Fuaaaaarkkkkk. Hard decision!
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DR-JEKL Major General 898 Rep 6,285 Posts Drives: Space Grey E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Newcastle Ozstraylia iTrader: (3)	GTR interior imo is bloody terrible, tranny is harsh, drivetrains clunky but Jesus they go and sound much better than an M4 As a daily the m4 would be more practical and comfortable, but gtr as you know is a weapon
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Flex68 Captain 75 Rep 853 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	R35 GTR hands down over the m4 or any Porsche
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lemonpark Captain 58 Rep 610 Posts Drives: '08 335i E92 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Yeah M4 would be the better daily but getting another car for that haha __________________ JB4 G5 ISO \| BMS Backend Flash \| Alpina B3 TCU Flash \| AR Design Catless DP \| BMS DCI \| ER CP \| Turbosmart Race Port BOV \| Muffler Delete \| H&R Sport Springs \| BMS Cowl \| BMW Performance Alcantara Wheel \| M3 DCT Paddles \| Muse Concept and Design Interior \| 19" GTC-CX \| M3 Lip Spoiler \| Zieg CF Rear Diffuser \| Flow Designs Front Lip \| Black Grill \| RGB LED Angel Eyes \| 8000K HID \|
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NewHotness Private 2 Rep 85 Posts Drives: M4 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	I love my BM but a mate of mine has a GTR tuned for straight e85 and that thing is nuts. Only mods were the injectors and the exhaust from Nissan and OMG!! Essentially stock car that was just an animal but was comfortable to just cruise as a daily. GTR for sure.
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_ink Jedi samurai ninja turtle 619 Rep 3,021 Posts Drives: X3 M40i 2018 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 X3 M40i [0.00]	So many GTR lovers here.. lol.. Must have all been JDM boys before the bimmer. (I was too before people get offended) Personally, i dont like the GTR. But if you're looking for a fast car off the production line, and that's all you want... then GTR. For what BMW calls the 'Ultimate Driving experience', go with a Euro. I still remember the first time i sat in the drivers seat of the BMW.. It was amazing.. (not so in the GTR).
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Flex68 Captain 75 Rep 853 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	I know the r35 gtr has a clunky cruising trans etc but I kinda like its rough and tough .....I love my 335i and yes it's smooth but it burbles and pops and shows some teeth Last edited by Flex68; 02-06-2016 at 04:58 PM..
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Flex68 Captain 75 Rep 853 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Actually what's the price difference between the m4 and gtr firstly ??! And then maintence prices ??? Now keep in mind you'll have better scope with the gtr since m4 is still new and issues down the track haven't been uncovered yet lol I do love the looks and stance of the m4 but the GTR will always be special
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