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Old 12-26-2015, 09:29 PM   #76 (permalink)
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BMW makes great cars, man. They are a joy to drive!
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Old 12-26-2015, 11:25 PM   #77 (permalink)
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Congrats I would do the same trade in a heartbeat these days. 2 or 3 years ago I would of only traded it for a Porsche or vette. I really want a more luxury quick feel. the z is just not practical either getting v8 gas mileage in the city when and having to floor it just to get it moving the way you want.
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Old 12-27-2015, 11:55 AM   #78 (permalink)
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I went the other way. BMW to a Z. I could no longer put up with a car that had one problem after another. I can't understand a company like BMW, supposed known for engineering excellence, but can't make a car that you can depend on. It reminded me of American cars I owned growing up. Except that it handled like a dream. The Z is more fun, and knock wood, has been completely reliable.
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Old 12-27-2015, 01:00 PM   #79 (permalink)
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Enjoy the bimmer! Post lots of pics when you get the chance.!
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Old 12-27-2015, 04:46 PM   #80 (permalink)
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I doubt anyone with an M4 would be drooling at a 30k Nissan... Lmao.
A bit on the arrogant side there, aren't you? I believe you are misinterpreting what I am writing. So just to clear it up for you while you are luao, I wrote " they drool when they SEE my Z" not drive it. Do you comprehend the difference? From an aesthetic point, the Z is a much more sexier car than any BMW. That said, we are all entitled to our opinion.
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Old 12-27-2015, 05:17 PM   #81 (permalink)
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A bit on the arrogant side there, aren't you? I believe you are misinterpreting what I am writing. So just to clear it up for you while you are luao, I wrote " they drool when they SEE my Z" not drive it. Do you comprehend the difference? From an aesthetic point, the Z is a much more sexier car than any BMW. That said, we are all entitled to our opinion.
Arrogant? You're the one telling us that these guys just drool over your car.

I read exactly what you said... no comprehension issues on my part.

You're right, looks are subjective. There are plenty of people out there that think our Zs are butt ugly with silly boomerang headlights and sharks teeth and bubble butts...
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NO! I had an M235i for a while, its got nothing on the 370, other than the turbo. It was so sterile and boring that I had to trade it in on a 991 C2S after 9 months.
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I've yet to drool over a 13'+ Z...
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Arrogant? You're the one telling us that these guys just drool over your car.

I read exactly what you said... no comprehension issues on my part.

You're right, looks are subjective. There are plenty of people out there that think our Zs are butt ugly with silly boomerang headlights and sharks teeth and bubble butts...
Yes, you came off totally arrogant. However, that is your prerogative.
BTW, bubble butts are in nowadays. Cheers!
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Yes, you came off totally arrogant. However, that is your prerogative.
BTW, bubble butts are in nowadays. Cheers!
Haha, ok buddy. I was simply responding to your completely arrogant claim that everybody drools at the sight of your Z, but yeah, I'm the arrogant one. Happy Holidays!
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I guess you drool over the 09-12 then
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Hey sorry I took so long to respond. I actually sold my 09 370z for a 08 135i, and am now back in a 13 370z.

I loved the 370z but at that time I was still in school and it was terribly impractical. The 135i was a blast and the extra space/seats was much appreciated. It was also a noticeably "nicer" car, though not a huge improvement.

The 135i was easily the fastest car. Stock it was quick and very easy to drive, but modified it was a monster. I had a JB4 and the windshield wiper reservoir methanol injection kit, both from Burger Tuning. I never took it to a dyno, but people with the same modifications as me were at 390 whp and 450 wtq. The car was very, very fast. I could basically be going 40 and a couple of seconds later be close to 70mph. It was very fun around town and could beat pretty much any car I came across.

I absolutely loved the car, but I wouldn't buy one again. The problems with the 1 series are mainly:

1) It's pretty ugly/old looking now, the design came out in 2004 overseas and 2008 in the states, so it's over 10 years old
2) The suspension and handling is crap. It's fun enough for twisty roads but the thing has 215s up front and has terrible understeer. You cannot reasonably fix it, and it's not worth it to try. Do not think this will have the lovely handling of the E46 or E92.
3) Maintenance is truly a nightmare. I sold mine 2 weeks before it went out of warranty and I'm glad I did. In the 12 months I owned it, I had the HPFP go bad which left me stranded and the air intake tube cracked also leaving me stranded. Not horrible but not great considering I had it for 12 months and only 10k miles.

In short, it's a great car with some notable issues. It's cheap and easy to mod, but if you want big power you almost have to get an N54 (2008-2010) with the actual twin turbo and not the single they cleverly call a "twin scroll". The N55 is not nearly as mod friendly and IMO not worth going for if your whole desire is power. This poses a problem though as the car will be out of warranty and WILL cost you some money.

The 135i is basically a small German muscle car. I will remember it forever and always look back fondly, but there is no way I'd buy one again. If you really have the itch for it I would look at the M235i. It's a much better car in every way.
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The newer N55 cars are more long-term ownership friendly, as well. Good fuel economy and lower maintenance costs.
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