1st Post, M6 v M3 55k Budget

MPOWER3D · 01-14-2010, 07:41 PM

Hey guys, I'm currently in the market for a used M3 or M6. I really need some input on the 3. I haven't driven a 6 yet, but I've ridden shotgun in one, and I must say, the Eisenmann Race and V10 is something to hear. I also drove a 335i coupe for a little while, I loved the car, but i still felt something missing. My dilemma with the 6 is that it's not the right car for me, look wise, I just can't picture what the hell I'd look like in that thing. But I can picture myself very nicely in a M3 coupe or Sedan.

Also, if I'm looking to get either of these cars, what are you guy's thoughts on SMG and the Dual Clutch Tranny. I find having a manual a headache, considering there are a BUTT LOAD of traffic lights around here, and I'm still a noob when it comes to stick, but I don't mind doing work on my step dads Geo Prizm or Ford Ranger to get the hang of it. Before narrowing it down to these two cars I was HIGHLY considering a CLS63 AMG :/ but there's just something BMW has that MB's lack. I've been raised around BMW-aholics.

M3PGH · 01-14-2010, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by MPOWER3D

Hey guys, I'm currently in the market for a used M3 or M6. I really need some input on the 3. I haven't driven a 6 yet, but I've ridden shotgun in one, and I must say, the Eisenmann Race and V10 is something to hear. I also drove a 335i coupe for a little while, I loved the car, but i still felt something missing. My dilemma with the 6 is that it's not the right car for me, look wise, I just can't picture what the hell I'd look like in that thing. But I can picture myself very nicely in a M3 coupe or Sedan.

Also, if I'm looking to get either of these cars, what are you guy's thoughts on SMG and the Dual Clutch Tranny. I find having a manual a headache, considering there are a BUTT LOAD of traffic lights around here, and I'm still a noob when it comes to stick, but I don't mind doing work on my step dads Geo Prizm or Ford Ranger to get the hang of it. Before narrowing it down to these two cars I was HIGHLY considering a CLS63 AMG :/ but there's just something BMW has that MB's lack. I've been raised around BMW-aholics.

I think you basically answered your own question. Get the M3!!

artifice · 01-14-2010, 07:49 PM

I say m3. I hear the m5/m6 dct is really jerky so you might not like it in traffic as much as you might not like driving a standard in traffic.

ericlikescars · 01-14-2010, 08:02 PM

It's the same thing for me but I know deep down I want the M3. I would never consider the M6 if it didn't drastically drop in price like that. I think you are more attracted to the M3, but are also attracted to the, drive a M6 for 55k. Because to outsiders, your still driving a 120 thousand dollar supercar.

Good Luck!

MPOWER3D · 01-14-2010, 08:17 PM

Eric, you're actually correct haha, it's also the image of driving a 100k+ supercar image. But in reality, I think the M3 is the nicer looking, more modifiable, and more daily car. I think it's a wrap, but before I do make a final decision, I do want to take both out for a spin, I know the dealers around me have a few M6's and 3's in stock, so hopefully I can get to it within the next month. My 335i was a AW/Coral Red with the Gray Ash trim. I'm thinking I want to do black on black, but every time I see a nicely modded 3 I tend to change my mind back to a different color haha. As far as coupe and sedan go, if there isn't a drastic performance difference between the two, I would rather have the sedan. Otherwise coupe will be the one for me. I'm very easily influenced and very stubborn, took me a while to let go of the CLS.

niqui · 01-14-2010, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MPOWER3D

Hey guys, I'm currently in the market for a used M3 or M6. I really need some input on the 3. I haven't driven a 6 yet, but I've ridden shotgun in one, and I must say, the Eisenmann Race and V10 is something to hear. I also drove a 335i coupe for a little while, I loved the car, but i still felt something missing. My dilemma with the 6 is that it's not the right car for me, look wise, I just can't picture what the hell I'd look like in that thing. But I can picture myself very nicely in a M3 coupe or Sedan.

Also, if I'm looking to get either of these cars, what are you guy's thoughts on SMG and the Dual Clutch Tranny. I find having a manual a headache, considering there are a BUTT LOAD of traffic lights around here, and I'm still a noob when it comes to stick, but I don't mind doing work on my step dads Geo Prizm or Ford Ranger to get the hang of it. Before narrowing it down to these two cars I was HIGHLY considering a CLS63 AMG :/ but there's just something BMW has that MB's lack. I've been raised around BMW-aholics.

i think the m6 is one of bmws greatest cars, fun and good looking cruiser.

how old are you...i would factor that into the equation, im young so an m6 was not really for me, i think the m3 is the rawer ballsier option.

plus, there is somehting about new vs used that i cant handle.

Finnegan · 01-14-2010, 08:28 PM

M3 DCT is better than M6 SMG by a mile. M6 is thirstier too (not that the M3 isn't). M6 weighs more too; styling on the M6 ain't my thing either.

MPOWER3D · 01-14-2010, 08:32 PM

I'm pretty young...so that's one thing that's been pushing me over towards the M3. I know if I tell you guys my age, everyone is going to start ranting on me telling me, mommy and daddy are taking care of me. Which isn't true. My dad. And I'll save you the trouble of saying it. He's gonna be paying for my car and insurance.

smmmurf · 01-14-2010, 08:53 PM

M3 > M6.

DevJ · 01-14-2010, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MPOWER3D

I'm pretty young...so that's one thing that's been pushing me over towards the M3. I know if I tell you guys my age, everyone is going to start ranting on me telling me, mommy and daddy are taking care of me. Which isn't true. My dad. And I'll save you the trouble of saying it. He's gonna be paying for my car and insurance.

wtf are you trying to say?

MPOWER3D · 01-14-2010, 09:10 PM

What I'm trying to say is that I'm not here for people to bash me because of my age. But seriously...on with the point, most of you guys here are telling me M3 over the 6. I'll let my instincts make the decision when I'm able to drive one.

dimabimmer · 01-14-2010, 09:19 PM

it's amazing what a great price you could get on a used M6 now... half the price! One thing with BMW, every $ counts for something. Original $120K price on M6 isn't nothing for nothing... it is much more of a car than an M3.

dimabimmer · 01-14-2010, 09:22 PM

I think... with all this turbo "fuel economy" bs, M6 with it's thirsty V10 will be a collectors item pretty soon... so will be M3V8.

991GT3 · 01-14-2010, 09:26 PM

Get the M3. I owned an M6 and it was disappointing. The SMG isn't as good as the DCT of the M3 and as a few have mentioned the M3 looks better.

And don't even think about the CLS. I also owned a CLS55 and its just a big highway cruiser.

RevFreak14 · 01-14-2010, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MPOWER3D

What I'm trying to say is that I'm not here for people to bash me because of my age. But seriously...on with the point, most of you guys here are telling me M3 over the 6. I'll let my instincts make the decision when I'm able to drive one.

Well I'm not so young. But I absolutely love my E92 M3, it's extremely versatile and handles better than any Merc or Audi I've driven. In my opinion it also handles much better than an M6. Another thing to consider is that the M-DCT is light years better than the SMG. I speak from experience. I turned in my E46 M3 about 6 months ago and now have M-DCT in my E92. It is phenomenal. Also, modifying cars is not really my thing, but maybe the M3 is easier to modify than the M6, I'm not sure.

With all that said, the M6 will pin you to your seat. It has all kinds of torque. It is also on a different level than the M3 as far as curb appeal in my opinion. They are also equally luxurious inside and to be honest the ride of the E92 is similar to that of the M6 in my opinion. The E92 feels a lot like a GT car as opposed to the last generation E46.

Bottom line, drive them both and go with your gut. Either way your getting an amazing car.

MPOWER3D · 01-14-2010, 09:40 PM

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Well I'm not so young. But I absolutely love my E92 M3, it's extremely versatile and handles better than any Merc or Audi I've driven. In my opinion it also handles much better than an M6. Another thing to consider is that the M-DCT is light years better than the SMG. I speak from experience. I turned in my E46 M3 about 6 months ago and now have M-DCT in my E92. It is phenomenal. Also, modifying cars is not really my thing, but maybe the M3 is easier to modify than the M6, I'm not sure.

With all that said, the M6 will pin you to your seat. It has all kinds of torque. It is also on a different level than the M3 as far as curb appeal in my opinion. They are also equally luxurious inside and to be honest the ride of the E92 is similar to that of the M6 in my opinion. The E92 feels a lot like a GT car as opposed to the last generation E46.

Bottom line, drive them both and go with your gut. Either way your getting an amazing car.

Exactly what I'm doing, I'm actually glad I dropped the CLS, I'm not into too much modification , but my cousin has a set of HRE's on his M6 that he's trying to part out. So I told him to hold on to those for me. That and the Eisenmann exhaust are definitely going to be the first things I do to the car. As time passes, I will do the interior carbon fiber trim, and a few carbon fiber goodies on the exterior of the car.

Subw00er · 01-14-2010, 11:47 PM

I've driven the m6 smg and m6 manual. I wouldnt get the smg, its lethargic and intrusive. I would however get the manual m6 over the M3, and I own a new m3. M6 power is really fun! Its not as flickable, but its has much more presence.

PS, you're a spoiled brat.

Teach yourself a lesson and go get a reasonable first car like a GTI or something.

domobrown · 01-14-2010, 11:50 PM

I'd get the M3. My M6 is thirstier than anything out there. 12 MPG on a good day, but I have a heavy right foot

Other than that, V10 is godly. Maybe I'm alone here, but I think SMG, although sometimes dimwitted, works really well in spirited driving.

MPOWER3D · 01-15-2010, 08:16 AM

Well I really appreciate you guys giving me some insight. Note, this is not my first car, I've been driving my mom's old 98 Altima since July and I've since been in 2 accidents, and was not at fault for either of them, and they were both really stupid accidents, people really need to be aware of what's going on around them and also people should actually YIELD when making a left hand turn, just saying. I'm really edging towards the 3 because it's a more practical DD, insurance won't be as high as the M6, gas (not like a few miles makes a big difference, but my commute daily is like 2 miles, minus the going out after school and weekend driving) and I just can't picture myself in it for some reason. But like I stated earlier, once I drive both, I will decide.

brava09 · 01-15-2010, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by MPOWER3D

Well I really appreciate you guys giving me some insight. Note, this is not my first car, I've been driving my mom's old 98 Altima since July and I've since been in 2 accidents, and was not at fault for either of them, and they were both really stupid accidents, people really need to be aware of what's going on around them and also people should actually YIELD when making a left hand turn, just saying. I'm really edging towards the 3 because it's a more practical DD, insurance won't be as high as the M6, gas (not like a few miles makes a big difference, but my commute daily is like 2 miles, minus the going out after school and weekend driving) and I just can't picture myself in it for some reason. But like I stated earlier, once I drive both, I will decide.

Be very careful, an M3/M6 is a very different car than your mom's old '98 Altima that you have been driving for only 6 months....

I would suggest you stay with the Altima for a couple of years...

DevJ · 01-15-2010, 09:01 AM

M6 FTW. Hella cheap and that V10 sound..

My next car will probably be a used '08 M6

MPOWER3D · 01-15-2010, 09:11 AM

Personally, I think I've driven enough and have a good amount of experience. I drove my uncles 335 coupe for a about 2 months when he was out of the country, it was a great car. But then again, you're right, it's better to stick with a cheaper car for a couple of years.

01-14-2010, 07:41 PM	#1
MPOWER3D New Member 2 Rep 27 Posts Drives: Undecided Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NoVA iTrader: (0)	1st Post, M6 v M3 55k Budget Hey guys, I'm currently in the market for a used M3 or M6. I really need some input on the 3. I haven't driven a 6 yet, but I've ridden shotgun in one, and I must say, the Eisenmann Race and V10 is something to hear. I also drove a 335i coupe for a little while, I loved the car, but i still felt something missing. My dilemma with the 6 is that it's not the right car for me, look wise, I just can't picture what the hell I'd look like in that thing. But I can picture myself very nicely in a M3 coupe or Sedan. Also, if I'm looking to get either of these cars, what are you guy's thoughts on SMG and the Dual Clutch Tranny. I find having a manual a headache, considering there are a BUTT LOAD of traffic lights around here, and I'm still a noob when it comes to stick, but I don't mind doing work on my step dads Geo Prizm or Ford Ranger to get the hang of it. Before narrowing it down to these two cars I was HIGHLY considering a CLS63 AMG :/ but there's just something BMW has that MB's lack. I've been raised around BMW-aholics.
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artifice Major 49 Rep 1,190 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: The Colony, TX iTrader: (0)	I say m3. I hear the m5/m6 dct is really jerky so you might not like it in traffic as much as you might not like driving a standard in traffic.
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01-14-2010, 08:02 PM	#4
ericlikescars Second Lieutenant 30 Rep 264 Posts Drives: murder. Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Granada Hills, California iTrader: (0)	It's the same thing for me but I know deep down I want the M3. I would never consider the M6 if it didn't drastically drop in price like that. I think you are more attracted to the M3, but are also attracted to the, drive a M6 for 55k. Because to outsiders, your still driving a 120 thousand dollar supercar. Good Luck! __________________ '07 E92 335i - AW/CR - SOLD
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01-14-2010, 08:17 PM	#5
MPOWER3D New Member 2 Rep 27 Posts Drives: Undecided Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NoVA iTrader: (0)	Eric, you're actually correct haha, it's also the image of driving a 100k+ supercar image. But in reality, I think the M3 is the nicer looking, more modifiable, and more daily car. I think it's a wrap, but before I do make a final decision, I do want to take both out for a spin, I know the dealers around me have a few M6's and 3's in stock, so hopefully I can get to it within the next month. My 335i was a AW/Coral Red with the Gray Ash trim. I'm thinking I want to do black on black, but every time I see a nicely modded 3 I tend to change my mind back to a different color haha. As far as coupe and sedan go, if there isn't a drastic performance difference between the two, I would rather have the sedan. Otherwise coupe will be the one for me. I'm very easily influenced and very stubborn, took me a while to let go of the CLS.
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01-14-2010, 08:28 PM	#7
Finnegan Dog Listener 704 Rep 7,850 Posts Drives: Z4M/. Z3M, E36/46 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Teaching the dog to slalom iTrader: (22)	M3 DCT is better than M6 SMG by a mile. M6 is thirstier too (not that the M3 isn't). M6 weighs more too; styling on the M6 ain't my thing either.
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01-14-2010, 08:32 PM	#8
MPOWER3D New Member 2 Rep 27 Posts Drives: Undecided Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NoVA iTrader: (0)	I'm pretty young...so that's one thing that's been pushing me over towards the M3. I know if I tell you guys my age, everyone is going to start ranting on me telling me, mommy and daddy are taking care of me. Which isn't true. My dad. And I'll save you the trouble of saying it. He's gonna be paying for my car and insurance.
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01-14-2010, 08:53 PM	#9
smmmurf Colonel 310 Rep 2,189 Posts Drives: E92 M3 DCT 353k+ miles Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Half Moon Bay, CA iTrader: (7)	M3 > M6.
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01-14-2010, 09:10 PM	#11
MPOWER3D New Member 2 Rep 27 Posts Drives: Undecided Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NoVA iTrader: (0)	What I'm trying to say is that I'm not here for people to bash me because of my age. But seriously...on with the point, most of you guys here are telling me M3 over the 6. I'll let my instincts make the decision when I'm able to drive one.
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01-14-2010, 09:19 PM	#12
dimabimmer Lieutenant Colonel 148 Rep 1,885 Posts Drives: '11 E92 M3 ZCP 6MT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Brooklyn to SoHo NYC iTrader: (0)	it's amazing what a great price you could get on a used M6 now... half the price! One thing with BMW, every $ counts for something. Original $120K price on M6 isn't nothing for nothing... it is much more of a car than an M3. __________________ '11 E92 M3 ZCP SG 6MT Tech Sound USB Heat Cloth Aluminium Sunshade http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=422151
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01-14-2010, 09:22 PM	#13
dimabimmer Lieutenant Colonel 148 Rep 1,885 Posts Drives: '11 E92 M3 ZCP 6MT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Brooklyn to SoHo NYC iTrader: (0)	I think... with all this turbo "fuel economy" bs, M6 with it's thirsty V10 will be a collectors item pretty soon... so will be M3V8. __________________ '11 E92 M3 ZCP SG 6MT Tech Sound USB Heat Cloth Aluminium Sunshade http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=422151
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01-14-2010, 09:26 PM	#14
991GT3 Captain 92 Rep 885 Posts Drives: Ford Raptor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: North Dakota iTrader: (0)	Get the M3. I owned an M6 and it was disappointing. The SMG isn't as good as the DCT of the M3 and as a few have mentioned the M3 looks better. And don't even think about the CLS. I also owned a CLS55 and its just a big highway cruiser. __________________ -2016 Macan Turbo(GF vehicle) -2017 Ford Raptor
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01-14-2010, 11:47 PM	#17
Subw00er Bates '08 Interlagos Launch 126 Rep 1,230 Posts Drives: 440i xGC, ZL1, JCW Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NY iTrader: (2)	I've driven the m6 smg and m6 manual. I wouldnt get the smg, its lethargic and intrusive. I would however get the manual m6 over the M3, and I own a new m3. M6 power is really fun! Its not as flickable, but its has much more presence. PS, you're a spoiled brat. Teach yourself a lesson and go get a reasonable first car like a GTI or something. __________________ Custom Exhaust Project: Bates Valvetronic exhaust: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=253661 -- Exhaust Mod pics in here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40236795@N03/ DON'T BUY Race Ready Performance electronic cutout valves. Here's why: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...40#post9589740
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01-14-2010, 11:50 PM	#18
domobrown Banned 16 Rep 513 Posts Drives: Audi RS5 S-Tronic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Salzburg, Austria iTrader: (0)	I'd get the M3. My M6 is thirstier than anything out there. 12 MPG on a good day, but I have a heavy right foot Other than that, V10 is godly. Maybe I'm alone here, but I think SMG, although sometimes dimwitted, works really well in spirited driving.
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01-15-2010, 08:16 AM	#19
MPOWER3D New Member 2 Rep 27 Posts Drives: Undecided Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NoVA iTrader: (0)	Well I really appreciate you guys giving me some insight. Note, this is not my first car, I've been driving my mom's old 98 Altima since July and I've since been in 2 accidents, and was not at fault for either of them, and they were both really stupid accidents, people really need to be aware of what's going on around them and also people should actually YIELD when making a left hand turn, just saying. I'm really edging towards the 3 because it's a more practical DD, insurance won't be as high as the M6, gas (not like a few miles makes a big difference, but my commute daily is like 2 miles, minus the going out after school and weekend driving) and I just can't picture myself in it for some reason. But like I stated earlier, once I drive both, I will decide.
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01-15-2010, 09:01 AM	#21
DevJ Colonel 154 Rep 2,736 Posts Drives: R8 V10+/YMB M4 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (1)	M6 FTW. Hella cheap and that V10 sound.. My next car will probably be a used '08 M6 __________________ ‘23 RRS First Edition '22 X7 M50i '18 R8 V10+ http://www.bimmerpost.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=133578&d=1204654487[/IMG]
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01-15-2010, 09:11 AM	#22
MPOWER3D New Member 2 Rep 27 Posts Drives: Undecided Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NoVA iTrader: (0)	Personally, I think I've driven enough and have a good amount of experience. I drove my uncles 335 coupe for a about 2 months when he was out of the country, it was a great car. But then again, you're right, it's better to stick with a cheaper car for a couple of years.
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