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Old 08-10-2008, 04:32 PM   #1
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What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

Hello,

I am in big dilemma, I am waiting for new Z4, but a few days ago I recived great offer for E92 335i Coupe, fully loaded, white with M package. I am buying a car for next 2 - 3 years and my only concern is E92 will became dated at that time.. I can't decide what to do, but I must take a decision next week..

So, what would be your choice, E92 335i Coupe or new Z4 ?

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Old 08-10-2008, 06:42 PM   #2
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

This decision boils down to only one thing IMO: Practicality

If you spend most of your time driving alone or with the wifey/gf (i.e. only one passenger) and never really need a big boot then definitely the Z4. Also, if the Z4 is going to be your second car (for cruising around on weekends) then I would definitely recommend it. As a daily driver, The only draw backs with the Z4 that I can think of, will be that it can only seat 2 ppl and the boot space will be as good as non existant with it having a tintop folding roof.

However the 335i is definitely more spacious, comfortable, practical to live with as a DD and has the dual personality as a pretty awesome sports coupe.
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Old 08-11-2008, 06:39 AM   #3
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

I think new Z4 will wipe it's a$$ with the E92 coupe in terms of handling and fun....plus it'll be better looking probably.

I'd wait for the new Z4.
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Old 08-11-2008, 06:57 AM   #4
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

I think, I would go with the E92!! Absolutely love the design of the car - it is timeless!! It is a great car for long distance driving, but you also can have a lot of fun on country roads and the fuel consumption isn't bad at all.
I would also prefer the 335i because of the more spacious interior!
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Old 08-11-2008, 07:06 AM   #5
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

E92 are everywhere on the streets. Choose the new Z4, its not going to be common like the E92.
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

Space isn't Shakal's biggest concern I think. He has been interested in the new Z4 for a long time already, and it was the car he would get if this offer on E92 didn't fall on his lap...

E92 will also be facelifted in a year from now, and the Z4 will be a brand new car on the roads in 1 year.

I must say, it's a difficult decision. E92 335i with M pack is a dream car. imo one of the very best cars ever made. New Z4 will have the edge in most criteria though, other than space and stuff. It's a smaller and lighter car based on the 3er, so....
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

Thanx everyone

Probably I will wait, this E92 is great car, but I believe new Z4 will be even better... Space isn't very important, since its second car (but at summer is used more than primary car) and for me and my GF I think Z4 got enough space... I hope Z4 will soon lose some camouflague.
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

It's always a case of practicality vs driving pleasure when it comes to roadsters and GTs. Since it's going to be a secondary car then you can go ahead and treat yourself with a sports car.
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

I saw the very same car come past me this morning - it looks awesome. Why wait 18 months - realistically that's when you're going to get your E89 - I vote for instant gratification right now! The E92 335i Coupe is almost in a class of its own.
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Re: What would you choose - E92 or E89 ?

If it's only a second car, I would wait for the Z4. However, it's only in 18 months, so it's up to you to see if you can wait so long.

I'm confident you'll be extremely happy with the e92, which is an awesome car.
However, I'm also pretty sure that you will regreat your decision once the pics of the Z4 will begin to show up... This car won't deceive, whereas the e92 is quite "common" and will be updated in the next future.

I would wait for the Z4, if you don't want to sell your e92 once the Z4 is there.
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