So slow......

ukblade · 01-29-2018, 07:05 AM

My 435d is 3 years old in 2 weeks, so I thought I'd have a look round as to whats about as I could do with a 5 door now to cart grand kids and older parents about now and again.
Almost went with a 435d GC but the one I liked was in N.I. and I couldn't bring myself to spend £42k without seeing it, plus I'm thinking new car, maybe it should be something different.
So, it got me thinking, what else?
Tried a few of the new compact SUV's (certainly different) but blimey, do they feel slow.
Not sure I could do 4 years in one of them.
The point I'm really making is, you don't realise how you get used to how quick a 35d is, until you start trying 2.0d's.
Always thought I'd never gelled with it but now I'm thinking of changing, I now know how much I enjoy it.
Perhaps a 435d GC is the way to go.
I might have to try a M140i as a petrol alternative but not sure if the interior will feel a bit of a backward step.
Trouble is I prefer diesels ( yes, i did say it ).

isleaiw1 · 01-29-2018, 07:15 AM

Presume the compact SUVs were 2.0d? Audi do the Q5 as a 3.0 diesel or indeed a 3.0 petrol.... BMW do X3 as a 3 litre in both fuels, you can get a GLC as a 3.0 diesel or petrol...

Slightly higher price point than 42k although you will get the Merc diesel for that...

aquazi · 01-29-2018, 07:20 AM

Look at the SQ5.... not sure the new one will be out as a TDI but i nearly got one to replace my Audi TT....

Ti Rich · 01-29-2018, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by ukblade

Trouble is I prefer diesels ( yes, i did say it ).

Your not alone, me too. Test drove x40i and just didn't like it. Too much noise and felt slow!

Watsey · 01-29-2018, 08:08 AM

I went for a spin with my friendly dealer in an M235i a few months ago, expecting it to bring s real smile to my face. Complete let down !

SkyJawa · 01-29-2018, 08:31 AM

I found going from F31 to F20 that the interior difference is next to f all.

NotGotABimmer23 · 01-29-2018, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SkyJawa

I found going from F31 to F20 that the interior difference is next to f all.

They are fairly similar, with the 3/4 you have the individual options which really elevate it over the 1/2.

Hooded · 01-29-2018, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Watsey

I went for a spin with my friendly dealer in an M235i a few months ago, expecting it to bring s real smile to my face. Complete let down !

In what way?

g9icy · 02-01-2018, 11:06 AM

I got a 435d GC for less than you were looking at, on PCP after the mighty dealer discounts (nearly 10k!)...maybe that's an option?

There's always a 3 GT :]

creepy coupe · 02-01-2018, 11:12 AM

1 series 2 series and 4 series interior are nigh on identical. The 1&2 have slightly less well finished door bin edges and the sun blind is a touch thinner. But no way are they night and day.

davyk31 · 02-02-2018, 01:59 AM

If you were looking at a car in NI there is a salesman on here who works in one of the dealerships here. If it’s his place I’m sure he can give you an honest opinion.

430GH · 02-02-2018, 02:32 AM

640 GC

Zippeh · 02-02-2018, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SkyJawa

Zippeh

?!

SkyJawa · 02-02-2018, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by davyk31

If you were looking at a car in NI there is a salesman on here who works in one of the dealerships here. If it’s his place I’m sure he can give you an honest opinion.

Chompers

goodbyalfa · 02-02-2018, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by g9icy

I got a 435d GC for less than you were looking at, on PCP after the mighty dealer discounts (nearly 10k!)...maybe that's an option?

There's always a 3 GT :]

I quite fancy a 435d gc with a few options but thought it was probably a little out of range. What sort of pcp deal are we talking about?
450 £500/m.

g9icy · 02-02-2018, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by goodbyalfa

I quite fancy a 435d gc with a few options but thought it was probably a little out of range. What sort of pcp deal are we talking about?
450 £500/m.

I put in a very large deposit, which I now think was an absolutely stupid thing to do, but means my monthlies are very low. But after fiddling about in a spreadsheet my monthly would have been about 500-600 (factoring in interest too, sadly I missed 0%), so perhaps not that great in retrospect.

Tried carwow.com?

Seems like a good way to get an idea quickly without doing the hard work yourself.

Derrymilk · 02-02-2018, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by davyk31

If you were looking at a car in NI there is a salesman on here who works in one of the dealerships here. If it’s his place I’m sure he can give you an honest opinion.

Who?

NotGotABimmer23 · 02-02-2018, 04:37 PM

You are looking at about £500pm with a £500 deposit for a pretty well spec'ed up car. Discounts of around £11k and 1.9% apr.

SkyJawa · 02-03-2018, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Zippeh

?!

Feck knows mate, was supposed to have deleted that post lol!

davyk31 · 02-03-2018, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Derrymilk

Who?

It’s Chompers, Salesman in Bavarian Belfast.

Derrymilk · 02-03-2018, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by davyk31

It’s Chompers, Salesman in Bavarian Belfast.

Haven’t dealt with them in quite a few years

Mr Whippy · 02-03-2018, 10:11 AM

Go find a 15 ish plate RS4?

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ukblade Second Lieutenant 92 Rep 223 Posts Drives: 435d xdrive Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Milton Keynes iTrader: (0)	So slow...... My 435d is 3 years old in 2 weeks, so I thought I'd have a look round as to whats about as I could do with a 5 door now to cart grand kids and older parents about now and again. Almost went with a 435d GC but the one I liked was in N.I. and I couldn't bring myself to spend £42k without seeing it, plus I'm thinking new car, maybe it should be something different. So, it got me thinking, what else? Tried a few of the new compact SUV's (certainly different) but blimey, do they feel slow. Not sure I could do 4 years in one of them. The point I'm really making is, you don't realise how you get used to how quick a 35d is, until you start trying 2.0d's. Always thought I'd never gelled with it but now I'm thinking of changing, I now know how much I enjoy it. Perhaps a 435d GC is the way to go. I might have to try a M140i as a petrol alternative but not sure if the interior will feel a bit of a backward step. Trouble is I prefer diesels ( yes, i did say it ). __________________ 2015 F32 435d xDrive MSport, Stripes!! + some goodies
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isleaiw1 Lieutenant General 8780 Rep 12,254 Posts Drives: iPace / Mini Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Presume the compact SUVs were 2.0d? Audi do the Q5 as a 3.0 diesel or indeed a 3.0 petrol.... BMW do X3 as a 3 litre in both fuels, you can get a GLC as a 3.0 diesel or petrol... Slightly higher price point than 42k although you will get the Merc diesel for that...
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g9icy Captain 341 Rep 734 Posts Drives: 440i Gran Coupe MSport Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Cheshire iTrader: (0)	I got a 435d GC for less than you were looking at, on PCP after the mighty dealer discounts (nearly 10k!)...maybe that's an option? There's always a 3 GT :]
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