340/440 GC -- Which factory build looks the sportiest?

drew4392 · 05-29-2017, 09:44 PM

Considering that I am going to keep the next car very close to stock, for once, I would like to try and make it look the best from the factory.

Which color combo/options/inexpensive aftermarket options make for the sportiest look?

Example: I saw a 440i in white, M sport goodies, tint, and what looked like an aftermarket spoiler lip. Looked good.

Thoughts?

zamboni · 05-29-2017, 10:29 PM

For the OEM look I would go with the 340 and you can add the MPPK and exhaust plus the wheels.

drummerlauw · 05-29-2017, 11:00 PM

The GC looks more modern than sporty in my opinion. 3 series gets my pick. The downside of getting the 3 is that in LA area, 3 series are EVERYWHERE. I think there are more 3 series than Civics here in LA...

SpenceRx · 05-29-2017, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by zamboni

For the OEM look I would go with the 340 and you can add the MPPK and exhaust plus the wheels.

That sounds awesome. Get tanzanite blue or some other unique color too

jmg · 05-29-2017, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by drew4392

Considering that I am going to keep the next car very close to stock, for once, I would like to try and make it look the best from the factory.

Which color combo/options/inexpensive aftermarket options make for the sportiest look?

Example: I saw a 440i in white, M sport goodies, tint, and what looked like an aftermarket spoiler lip. Looked good.

Thoughts?

Sportiest:

340i M Sport ZTR with coral red interior.
MPerf CF rear diffuser
MPerf CF rear spoiler
MPerf Front spoiler
MPerf side skirts
Lowering springs or coils
MPS4S or Continental ExtremeContact non run flats
Tire repair kit or donut
JB4

And now you have a street car suitable for the track.

Although I really like the GC as well.

Calvin36 · 05-30-2017, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by SpenceRx

Quote:

Originally Posted by zamboni

For the OEM look I would go with the 340 and you can add the MPPK and exhaust plus the wheels.

That sounds awesome. Get tanzanite blue or some other unique color too

Tanzanite blue with the M sport kit and M performance add ons would be sick!!

JO435ixGC · 05-30-2017, 02:55 AM

GC all the way!

spuntyb · 05-30-2017, 07:55 AM

3 looks like a proper sports sedan. 4 looks like a squashed crossover, imho.

Get the 3 with some M performance parts, good rubber, and a piggyback tune or MPPSK.

COKen · 05-30-2017, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by drew4392

Considering that I am going to keep the next car very close to stock, for once, I would like to try and make it look the best from the factory.

Which color combo/options/inexpensive aftermarket options make for the sportiest look?

Example: I saw a 440i in white, M sport goodies, tint, and what looked like an aftermarket spoiler lip. Looked good.

Thoughts?

This is a very personal thing. Its what you like, not what others like. Some of the suggestions in this thread are not sporty to me at all and some are, but I assume they are sporty to the people who posted them. Just look at a lot of pictures of cars and then get a car you like.

SteveinArizona · 05-30-2017, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by COKen

This is a very personal thing. Its what you like, not what others like. Some of the suggestions in this thread are not sporty to me at all and some are, but I assume they are sporty to the people who posted them. Just look at a lot of pictures of cars and then get a car you like.

I agree. But after looking at pictures, go to the dealer and look at actual cars and see what you like? Sedan vs. coupe? MSport vs. regular front and sides? wheel type and size? exterior color? Best interior color to go with exterior color? Etc. Sometimes pictures can distort reality.

otay · 05-30-2017, 10:56 AM

Yes, "sporty" is certainly subjective! I like the looks of the GC better than the 3 series. It's a tiny bit wider and looks lower...front end is better than the 3 series.

But...I ordered a 340i because of 6MT, and that is mo' sporty to me.

drew4392 · 05-30-2017, 11:09 AM

Thanks, all! Each suggestion I do like, so I appreciate options. I may not find one that's in stock this way, and if I'm too impatient waiting for a custom order, I have a plan B or C.

Quick question... I see a few of you listing things like Mperf CF diffuser, spoiler, etc. I couldn't find these options when building the car. Are these port options? Or, dealer add-ons? Can the cost of these add-ons be baked into the lease/purchase?

otay · 05-30-2017, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by drew4392

Thanks, all! Each suggestion I do like, so I appreciate options. I may not find one that's in stock this way, and if I'm too impatient waiting for a custom order, I have a plan B or C.

Quick question... I see a few of you listing things like Mperf CF diffuser, spoiler, etc. I couldn't find these options when building the car. Are these port options? Or, dealer add-ons? Can the cost of these add-ons be baked into the lease/purchase?

Yes, there are port installed options and yes, can be baked into price.
More info here:
http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=859495

drew4392 · 05-30-2017, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by otay

Yes, there are port installed options and yes, can be baked into price.
More info here:
http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=859495

Eriphill · 05-30-2017, 11:26 AM

I just picked this up last weekend and has some of the items mentioned above

CalCarNut · 05-30-2017, 11:58 AM

The 4 coupe looks more 'sporty' with the same add-ons listed for the 340. The 3 series are everywhere in L.A...(which is where OP resides it appears). The 3 is a nice looking sedan..the 4 coupe (to me) is a pretty car. The GC is a good looking car for sure but isn't the sportiest between the 3.......

torkles · 05-31-2017, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by otay

Yes, "sporty" is certainly subjective! I like the looks of the GC better than the 3 series. It's a tiny bit wider and looks lower...front end is better than the 3 series.

But...I ordered a 340i because of 6MT, and that is mo' sporty to me.

I had this same dilemma the other day. The 4 series GC looks so awesome to me, but can't get it with a manual. So it's off the table. Not saying the 3 series looks bad, but I do like the cut outs the 4 series has on the front fenders.

syenisch · 05-31-2017, 04:21 PM

I honestly have no freakin clue how any of you think a 3 series looks sportier than a 4 series, all else being equal. Lower, wider (I think), more aggressive styling. 4 wins in all of these categories, and to me those are the main parameters I judge sportiness by. Not saying anyone is wrong though

donkey · 05-31-2017, 05:07 PM

Out of those two I think the 340i with the right options would look much sportier. The lines of the GC don't seem as sporty (especially towards the rear/hatch).

And like mentioned no 6MT for the GC makes this much easier.

If it were between a 340i or a regular 440i, I think the 440i would look sportier, but I would go with an M240i since it's much lighter and nimbler.

CalCarNut · 05-31-2017, 05:18 PM

The M2 kicks sand on the 3/4/5/6/7 series in terms of sporty. Feel free to toss in the M3 too.

spuntyb · 05-31-2017, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Eriphill

I just picked this up last weekend and has some of the items mentioned above

Great looking ride!!

ssuene93 · 05-31-2017, 07:08 PM

Agreed on the 440GC looks much sportier than 340. The 440GC is lower and wider than the 3er.

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drummerlauw Second Lieutenant 80 Rep 245 Posts Drives: 2016 340i. 2020 M340i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	The GC looks more modern than sporty in my opinion. 3 series gets my pick. The downside of getting the 3 is that in LA area, 3 series are EVERYWHERE. I think there are more 3 series than Civics here in LA...
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otay Major 826 Rep 1,342 Posts Drives: 2015 335i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC iTrader: (0)	Yes, "sporty" is certainly subjective! I like the looks of the GC better than the 3 series. It's a tiny bit wider and looks lower...front end is better than the 3 series. But...I ordered a 340i because of 6MT, and that is mo' sporty to me.
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drew4392 Second Lieutenant 51 Rep 238 Posts Drives: '07 335i Sedan Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	Thanks, all! Each suggestion I do like, so I appreciate options. I may not find one that's in stock this way, and if I'm too impatient waiting for a custom order, I have a plan B or C. Quick question... I see a few of you listing things like Mperf CF diffuser, spoiler, etc. I couldn't find these options when building the car. Are these port options? Or, dealer add-ons? Can the cost of these add-ons be baked into the lease/purchase? __________________ '07 E90 335i Jet Black // Navi // Logic 7 // Premium Pkg // BMW Performance Springs, Shocks, Struts // M3 Front Sway // JB4 Tune // BMS Drop-In Air Filter // Blacklines // M3 Spoiler Lip
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donkey Captain 470 Rep 720 Posts Drives: 6MT M2 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Flavortown iTrader: (0)	Out of those two I think the 340i with the right options would look much sportier. The lines of the GC don't seem as sporty (especially towards the rear/hatch). And like mentioned no 6MT for the GC makes this much easier. If it were between a 340i or a regular 440i, I think the 440i would look sportier, but I would go with an M240i since it's much lighter and nimbler.
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CalCarNut Brigadier General 1061 Rep 3,258 Posts Drives: 2015 F36 Jet Black Sport Line Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Blue Skies iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW X3 [0.00] 2015 BMW 428i Gran ... [10.00] 1996 Chevrolet Impa ... [8.00]	The M2 kicks sand on the 3/4/5/6/7 series in terms of sporty. Feel free to toss in the M3 too. __________________ 2015 BMW F36 428i JetBlack. Sport Line Edition 25% 3M Tint\|
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ssuene93 Major 696 Rep 1,384 Posts Drives: '16 F80 Join Date: May 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Agreed on the 440GC looks much sportier than 340. The 440GC is lower and wider than the 3er. __________________ His: 2016 F80 M3 \| SO/Full SO \| ZCP \| 6MT (ED June 2016) Her: 2016 F36 428GC \| Carbon Black/Coral Red \| ZMP (ED June 2016) 2013 F30 328i - Retired 2009 E93 335i (ED June 2009) - Retired 2008 E60 535i (ED March 2008) - Retired
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