I'm in the same boat, I have a 2006 BMW 330i and I'm leaning heavily towards a 370Z, but I'm also considering a used 335i.
Based on my surfing on the Bimmer forums, most 335i have suffered from HPFP failure, even on some 2009 models. BMW has responded by extending the warranty on this specific failure to 10 years, but still. Who wants to pay $45K+ and they have a part crap out.
The price difference between a 335i and a 370Z, will be significant, especially since a fully loaded 370Z will probably run around $42K to $43M, max, while a fully decked out 335i with nav will easily cost $50K or more.
Have you considered a 135i? A fully decked out 135i with nav and leather will run about $43K and BMW is currently offering 0.9% financing.
In my opinion, a 370Z is a once in a lifetime car, not because of price, but because of the styling and impractical nature of the car. How many times in your life will you be able to justify buying a two seat sports car? Even the 135i and 335i offer rear seats.
I'd recommend the 370Z, but that's me. Check out Bimmerfest for more advice.
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