[BMWDAD]

The more I look at new cars, the more I feel my 335i coupe/sports/6mt was the correct choice. My car is three years old and I always thought I would get a new car in Jan. 2012. I went to the North American Auto Show looking, hoping, for something to give me the feeling of the 3 coupe when it first arrived. Help me out here.

1. 1M I am not feeling it, after seeing it in person. (this is why I went to the show)

2. Boss 302 I can admire when someone else owns it. (not for me)

3. Pre owned 911. I drove one yesterday. Bike cannot go inside.

4. Pre owned 335is / M3 my wife cannot tell them from my car.

future

1. F22 / F32 when will these redesigned coupes be available in the USA.

2. Redesigned RX 9, may never happen

3. Golf R

4. C7

I am prepared to keep my car w/o buying the extended maintenance or extended warranty until something says buy me. Only mods ssk/ no run flats.
My adult son stated it will be very hard to replace my car, it is the perfect package of looks,handling, performance, and utility. (bike is always in the trunk.)

Thanks in advance for your thoughts.

[BreathTrees]

Nothing wrong with your 335i, but what's wrong with M3 other than your wife not being able to tell it apart from current car?

[Bulldog 6]

Are you looking for a DD or a 2nd car? I don't really like muscle cars but that Boss 302 is nice. I wouldn't recommend another E90, IMHO if your gonna spend the $$$ get something that is substantially different.
1. F32
2. 911 (not as DD though)
3. VW GTI (probably too much of a step down, but I like it better than the Golf)
3. Boss 302

[joyride]

pre-owned c63 - or new if you can swing it

[ninesixtwo]

911 + roof rack.

[brio]

Just be patient and wait for the F32 M3. I have a feeling you're gonna like that one.

[BMWDAD]

Originally Posted by brio

Just be patient and wait for the F32 M3. I have a feeling you're gonna like that one.

when will the f22 or f32 be available in the usa?

[Wizwalker]

Is this to big if a change?
Don't kill me, but have you considered a Subaru STI WRX? All wheel drive, fair daily driver, and room for a bike! Plus, you can have some serious fun with it in the snow, dirt, mud, or asphalt!
Consider it man!

P.S. - I like the new hatchbacks the most.

[BMWDAD]

I looked at the STI at the auto show and was impressed. But I was leaning toward the Golf R (won car of the year in Top Gear) and coming to us in the spring.

[J BONE]

Originally Posted by BMWDAD

My adult son stated it will be very hard to replace my car, it is the perfect package of looks,handling, performance, and utility. (bike is always in the trunk.)

Thanks in advance for your thoughts.

Have to agree with him on this. The 335 is a very practical car all around. Kinda depends on what else you are looking for really. I would seriously consider an M3. It is just as practical as the 335 (minus the MPG). It really is a different type of animal though. I had a tuned 335 for three years, loved every second of it. Been driving the M around now for 3 months and love it as well. Of course I am bias like most of us on here, but BMW puts out a nice car. You can drive "normal" when you want with all the comfort in the world, then you "take the car to another level" at the same time. I personally like knowing that I have a warranty. Something about it makes me sleep better at night. If you buy yours and do not get the extended warranty, you should be ready to pay when it breaks down. Just my .02

I am a big fan of the 911's but doesn't sound like this is the right option for you unless you can fit the bike in the trunk Good luck on your quest.

[Wizwalker]

The VW Golf R is most defiantly going to be one heck of a machine.. But to me(personal opinion) I find that the golf r will be a tuner car. Don't get me wrong, great car and nice to have a VW with AWD. I just think you coming from a BMW 335, it will be too much of a down grade.

The Subaru STI has some serious power and you have unlimited possibilities. And you are also introduced to a new form of racing! Rally Car Racing!!

Finally, I find the Subura more of a higher class car than a VW. And I'm scared you will get tired of it..

But I don't know anything! I'm not you! My advice; test drive both cars and goneith your gut!

[-=Hot|Ice=-]

M3 if you need practicality. Cayman S if you don't. I had a Cayman S on order and was forced to cancel because I may need the back seats in the long run.

[BMWDAD]

Originally Posted by -=Hot|Ice=-

M3 if you need practicality. Cayman S if you don't. I had a Cayman S on order and was forced to cancel because I may need the back seats in the long run.

I considered the Cayman but felt it was a bit tight, hence the test drive of the 911.

I am leaning toward the F32, then the F22, both in the M version. BUT WHEN?

[noro]

Originally Posted by BMWDAD

I considered the Cayman but felt it was a bit tight, hence the test drive of the 911.

I am leaning toward the F32, then the F22, both in the M version. BUT WHEN?

You are looking at least 3 years out for the M versions.

[scottp999]

Keep the 335 and wait for the next m3. If you need to keep the 335 feeling new, do some performance mods over the next year or 2. My car will be 4 years old in 3 months (17000 miles) and with the modifications I still feel like it is a new car (I don't drive mine daily though).

[BMWDAD]

Thank you gentlemen.

Although I did love the 911, my bike (Cervelo) is my first love. Also one of my favorite cars of all time is the 1976 BMW 2002. So................

I am hoping the new F22 (2 series) would go retro and capture that moment in time for me. turbo 4/6mt/light and tossable

Or

I am hoping the new F32 stirs my sole and keeps me up awake, the same feeling when I bought the 335i coupe.

There were some really good suggestions here. I think I will look in the mod section for exhaust, and dream about the F22 or F32 and wait.

Am I now officially a fanboy?

Thanks for you time.

[John 070]

Keep your car and get the extended warranty. The 335 is the first possession that I've ever bought an extended warranty on. If your 335 drives fine, there's no reason to replace it. If you have a lot of money, disregard what I've said and get a new car whenever you want.

[cotmfk]

If your car has been reliable and you are good on the maintenance, I would keep it until the next M3. That's what I am trying to do!