DownUnder

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cob3683

More tq and hp: yes

But I thought the S4 was one of the most overrated cars I have ever driven. I am in no way saying its not a nice car, because it is. But having driven one right after the M3 it felt boring and more like a grocery getter.

Just my

g35doc

S4 is significantly slower than the M3. Plus it's a lot heavier.
I'd go with the E46 M3. Why wait for the new bangleized one...

SicK TypeS

i think an S4 would be a much better daily driver then an M3 up her in the northeast. if your not in a rush i would definately wait for the RS4! i didn't even know that car was going to be offered in the states.

Crazy Bimmer

How much you want for your M3. Post pics!

mclarenf3387

He has an Accord which he probably uses in the bad weather.

Crazy Bimmer

If thats the case then why not something more fun.

Vette
Elise
used Porsche 911
Boxster S

etc....

MattT516

If a 0-to-60 comparison of 5.0 (6-speed S4) to 4.8 (M3 coupe) is significantly slower, then so be it. The M3 is certainly more agile than the S4 (the S4 weighs 4000 pounds) but you're making like you're comparing the TL and M3. The S4 is still a great car, and I'll probably be stepping into one in about a year.

And for the record, I do like the new Audi grille. There was an A6 in my side mirror today while I was driving on the parkway and it looked really aggressive coming up on my left. I've seen far uglier front designs.

I'd go with the C55 AMG out of all the cars you picked. You don't see too many of them, and unless you were really pleased with the M3 you have now, why get essentially the same car?

mclarenf3387

Because a 99 was the E36 body style. The E46 M3s didn't come out until 2001 and there is a HUGE difference between the two.

scl23

How about the Mercedes CLS? Looks good at 65k

Minch00

Yeah, it LOOKS good, but I did a comparison, equally equipped, the M45 had a better engine and interior room for 20k less. It was rediculous.

cob3683

Its more like 75K to equip one worth a

Crazy Bimmer

Xenogen

If I were to sell it, $20k and I dont have pics.

My Accord is the official NYC car\Nova Winter car. The M3 is my Summer Nova car. So if I purchase a car, its to replace the M as the summer car.

I agree that these car are more fun, but I need something that will transport 4 passengers if I have to. Of course I could always borrow one of my parent's cars, but I dont like doing that.

True, in both looks and performance. Im still loyal to the M3, but overall I think the Benz has more features.

I agree...I want to buy something that has most of the options.

Crazy Bimmer

Whoa, only $20k?

Pics!

Xenogen

You do know its a 99 with 36,000 miles right?

importtuner

Porsche Boxter S; scratch that, you said practical.
How bout a used M5??

Xenogen

Prices with desired options

C55- $61,790
M3- $60,465
Range- $65,200
Cayenne S- $59,170

Im gonna have to test drive the cayenne, I might scratch that one because I think its hideous

Xenogen

thought about it, but I want something brand spanking new.

Xenogen

I take that back...I checked KBB earlier and they said it should be sold for $21k...I just went to autotrader and people are selling them for $35,000 with 22,000 miles. So my new price is $31,000.

Crazy Bimmer

damn it!