135i or 370z

Plasmaball · 08-10-2009, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by WUKILLABEEZ78

First of all a $40,000 car is definitely a starter car for a lot of people, it depends on how much $$$ you make. I wouldn't buy a 135i, I'd buy one for my daughter (if I had one) when she turned 16. Anyway, the 135i IS BMW's starter car, it's the cheapest car they make. The 3 series isn't that much more expensive than the 135i. The 135i starts off at $36,675 with no options and the 335i coupe starts off at $43,025 while the 335i sedan is $41,125. I don't call $5,000-6,000 to be much more when comparing cars and anybody that can afford a new BMW would cross shop the 1 series and 3 series depending on what they were looking for.

thats way to much car for a 16 year old. How about a 2002 nissan sentra?

16 year olds are bad drivers.

need4speed · 08-29-2009, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by WUKILLABEEZ78

First of all a $40,000 car is definitely a starter car for a lot of people, it depends on how much $$$ you make. I wouldn't buy a 135i, I'd buy one for my daughter (if I had one) when she turned 16. Anyway, the 135i IS BMW's starter car, it's the cheapest car they make. The 3 series isn't that much more expensive than the 135i. The 135i starts off at $36,675 with no options and the 335i coupe starts off at $43,025 while the 335i sedan is $41,125. I don't call $5,000-6,000 to be much more when comparing cars and anybody that can afford a new BMW would cross shop the 1 series and 3 series depending on what they were looking for.

Huh? I'm sorry but this statement is very pretentious and doesn't make sense.
My cut off point for a Z is $36k. Not because I can't afford more. Its because I want to be financially responsible. I have a mortgage. I bought my altima out right for 29k.
And now I sold my g35 for 24k. Paid 9g's in bills and now I'm saving the rest. Hopefully I will make the whole 36k by the rollout of the 1st 2010 models. I can easily take that money. Put a down on a porsche. Which would be about the value of both your cars plus an extra $10k. Then make 60mo payments of $750. But I can get a z. Have 90% of porsche performance and save 40k which could be 3 years of state university for my kid when he's old enough for college?
Everyone has a reason for making puchases the way they do.
And its a beautiful thing u can make a 45k purchase for your 16 yr old daughter without thinking about it. If it were a perfect world we all would. Honestly I have a hard yime believing you though considering u drive a car sub 42k n ur truck is 4 years old n is worth about 16k right now. Ur 08 g35 can easily be had right now mildly used n loaded at $32k

But reality is. Some people. This is the closest they will get to a dream car.
Some will have to settle for 4banger genesis coupes. Some will have to buy used 01 preludes n modify those. To be there sports car. Many in our country just can't even afford a sports car.
So count your blessings that god blessed you with so much.
And show love for the Z on the z forum. Let's not arrogantly brag about our financial status whether real or ficticious?

Pushing_Tin · 01-27-2009, 02:32 PM

I know they were having some problems with the early 335 turbo pumps, not sure if that was corrected or not.

blacknbean · 01-27-2009, 06:36 PM

they both drive alot diff. one is a torque monster with a softer suspension. the other is NA with a tighter feel and steering. your best bet is to test drive them both and see which one you like.

Neo187H · 01-27-2009, 09:08 PM

the interior of both cars is also TOTALLY different. One is a cramped two seater with everything based around the driver and the other is a very bland though well done luxury interior that is designed essentially the same for every BMW.

RCZ · 01-27-2009, 09:28 PM

Completely different cars in practice. This shouldn't be that much of a struggle. I test drove both, Z is way sportier...the interior in the 1 series isnt that great. All depends on you...also prepare to pay more if you want aftermarket on the 1.

lando76 · 08-29-2009, 07:39 PM

Jesus the 135i is just plain jane boring. Ohhh but it has twin turbos that put out 32hp less than a non turbo 370z. Seriously look at the car its lines its wheel gap the back end all ugly. The designer for this car must of had a hangover that day....

frost · 01-27-2009, 10:04 PM

Normally I would write a lengthy response going over my thoughts on sport versus luxury, the price of maintaining a bmw versus a nissan, capacities, and so on. However, I think everyone else here (including the video and link to the article) sums all that up, so I will just say that the i35 is effen ugly in a "why did I spend $40k on a car that blends with every other car?" kind of way.

bossman · 01-27-2009, 10:18 PM

bmw>nissan in terms of engineering and curb appeal

RCZ · 01-27-2009, 10:35 PM

Please watch the Latest Best motoring video before you make your decision....

marcussoori · 08-10-2009, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

Please watch the Latest Best motoring video before you make your decision....

And don't forget to check out the Best Motoring brake test of the same cars while you're at it!

nicknick · 01-28-2009, 12:18 AM

Interesting comparison. I love the Zed but over on the Big Money Wasted (BMW) forum, I noticed none of the members voted for the Zed. Man, I have never come across a more biased, one eyed bunch of people. These people would buy a Chinese car if it had a BMW badge on it. Unbeleivable.

370z2 · 01-28-2009, 01:15 AM

I test drove both and I just dont know! I love the way the Z looks, so sporty and aggressive. Im not really in love with the look of the 135, but the interior is gorgeous and the quality is amazing. I know the Z is sportier and is not made to be a luxury car, and I can agree that the interior of the Z is a big step from previous years. Where im torn is the there is something great about being able to step into a 1 and preform just as well as a Z and still be practical, have back seats, have a much more quality interior and such a smooth and stiff ride. The engine on the 1 is just so smooth and the truth is I can spend about 1200$ and be at about 400whp! You can not get a Z to make that much HP for 1200$. Im just so in love with the Z history and how its such an attractive car, its really a true sports car!

gatorfast · 01-28-2009, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 370z2

I test drove both and I just dont know! I love the way the Z looks, so sporty and aggressive. Im not really in love with the look of the 135, but the interior is gorgeous and the quality is amazing. I know the Z is sportier and is not made to be a luxury car, and I can agree that the interior of the Z is a big step from previous years. Where im torn is the there is something great about being able to step into a 1 and preform just as well as a Z and still be practical, have back seats, have a much more quality interior and such a smooth and stiff ride. The engine on the 1 is just so smooth and the truth is I can spend about 1200$ and be at about 400whp! You can not get a Z to make that much HP for 1200$. Im just so in love with the Z history and how its such an attractive car, its really a true sports car!

Sounds like you are leaning towards the 1. Like I said before, dont think you can go wrong with either!

cagneymc@yaho · 08-09-2009, 09:29 PM

Tha Z is a legend. This is the first generation for the 1 series. Even though people are comparing these two cars i think they are very different. I dont own a Z so this is not a biased opinion, but i know performance wise the Z wins. And as far as the Cool Factor the Z wins also. The 1 series is bland. JMO

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01-27-2009, 02:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
Pushing_Tin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 2,875 Drives: E63 AMG Rep Power: 228	I know they were having some problems with the early 335 turbo pumps, not sure if that was corrected or not.

01-27-2009, 06:36 PM	#4 (permalink)
blacknbean Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cali Posts: 37 Drives: soon to be 370z Rep Power: 17	they both drive alot diff. one is a torque monster with a softer suspension. the other is NA with a tighter feel and steering. your best bet is to test drive them both and see which one you like.

01-27-2009, 09:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
Neo187H Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Albany, NY Posts: 302 Drives: PW 370Z Rep Power: 17	the interior of both cars is also TOTALLY different. One is a cramped two seater with everything based around the driver and the other is a very bland though well done luxury interior that is designed essentially the same for every BMW.

01-27-2009, 09:28 PM	#6 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	Completely different cars in practice. This shouldn't be that much of a struggle. I test drove both, Z is way sportier...the interior in the 1 series isnt that great. All depends on you...also prepare to pay more if you want aftermarket on the 1.

08-29-2009, 07:39 PM	#7 (permalink)
lando76 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ca Posts: 107 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 17	Jesus the 135i is just plain jane boring. Ohhh but it has twin turbos that put out 32hp less than a non turbo 370z. Seriously look at the car its lines its wheel gap the back end all ugly. The designer for this car must of had a hangover that day....

01-27-2009, 10:18 PM	#9 (permalink)
bossman Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Hawaii Posts: 169 Drives: 04 Xterra SE 4X4 S/C Rep Power: 0	bmw>nissan in terms of engineering and curb appeal

01-27-2009, 10:35 PM	#10 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	Please watch the Latest Best motoring video before you make your decision....

01-28-2009, 12:18 AM	#12 (permalink)
nicknick Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 438 Drives: Mazda mx5 2007 6sp m Rep Power: 17	Interesting comparison. I love the Zed but over on the Big Money Wasted (BMW) forum, I noticed none of the members voted for the Zed. Man, I have never come across a more biased, one eyed bunch of people. These people would buy a Chinese car if it had a BMW badge on it. Unbeleivable.

01-28-2009, 01:15 AM	#13 (permalink)
370z2 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Miami Fl Posts: 15 Drives: GTI Turbo Rep Power: 291	I test drove both and I just dont know! I love the way the Z looks, so sporty and aggressive. Im not really in love with the look of the 135, but the interior is gorgeous and the quality is amazing. I know the Z is sportier and is not made to be a luxury car, and I can agree that the interior of the Z is a big step from previous years. Where im torn is the there is something great about being able to step into a 1 and preform just as well as a Z and still be practical, have back seats, have a much more quality interior and such a smooth and stiff ride. The engine on the 1 is just so smooth and the truth is I can spend about 1200$ and be at about 400whp! You can not get a Z to make that much HP for 1200$. Im just so in love with the Z history and how its such an attractive car, its really a true sports car!

08-09-2009, 09:29 PM	#15 (permalink)
cagneymc@yaho Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: savannah, georgia Posts: 19 Drives: a car Rep Power: 17	Tha Z is a legend. This is the first generation for the 1 series. Even though people are comparing these two cars i think they are very different. I dont own a Z so this is not a biased opinion, but i know performance wise the Z wins. And as far as the Cool Factor the Z wins also. The 1 series is bland. JMO