Zed 2.0 Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 I've been looking at used 335xi's lately and the pricing is starting to become very attractive. I could build my LGT into a comparable car by putting in a VF52 and suspension. But by that point I will have spent probably $5k on mods. The 335xi is now only about $13k more than I could get for my LGT in trade and has some things that I can't easily add to the LGT (better steering feel, quieter cabin, 6spd, navi). I do love my subie, but I think I'd be happier with a car that has a bit more refinement (not to mention an amazing engine). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 Sorry but I've driven both, and far far prefer the BMW. If you can afford it, you will not be sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest adam07specB Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 I've been looking at used 335xi's lately and the pricing is starting to become very attractive. I could build my LGT into a comparable car by putting in a VF52 and suspension. But by that point I will have spent probably $5k on mods. The 335xi is now only about $13k more than I could get for my LGT in trade and has some things that I can't easily add to the LGT (better steering feel, quieter cabin, 6spd, navi). I do love my subie, but I think I'd be happier with a car that has a bit more refinement (not to mention an amazing engine). A friend of mine works for a BMW Dealership in Connecticut and has nothing nice to saw about the BMW. He has seen about 8 different 335xi's come back with blown motors and a few with severe electrical problems. the other to note is that anytime you want to do anything to the BMW (as far as mods go) you will spend a retarded amount of money, not to mention increase in your insurance premium for putting full coverage on a BMW I'm not hating because i went through the same thing before i bought the spec.b and my friend talked me out of it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowImg Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 If you track at all, I've heard a lot of problems with them overheating/going into limp mode in stock form. Seems as though they run kind of "on the edge" of their own abilities from the factory. Same as the guy above, some seem to lose the motor entirely if driven too hard. If it's just a daily driver, I can't imagine there's any real concern though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 A friend of mine works for a BMW Dealership in Connecticut and has nothing nice to saw about the BMW. He has seen about 8 different 335xi's come back with blown motors and a few with severe electrical problems. the other to note is that anytime you want to do anything to the BMW (as far as mods go) you will spend a retarded amount of money, not to mention increase in your insurance premium for putting full coverage on a BMW I'm not hating because i went through the same thing before i bought the spec.b and my friend talked me out of it... I used to work for a BMW dealership in Missouri and never observed a single failed 335i. I did however drive a Legacy GT that was less reliable than most of the BMW's I was ever around. I have heard that the first 335i's had some overheating issues, and since then BMW has seen fit to include an oil cooler as standard equipment on that motor. Since that equipment was added I have heard of no further issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katalyst Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 might as well, don't fight the urge go with the 335xi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolksey85 Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Well, the LGT has worlds more aftermarket than the Beemer and a lot more down to Earth fans. Plus, much cheaper to maintain overtime. BMW doesn't have their own Jeremy to buy from. Or at least not that we know of. If you're going for status, resale value, and you want what many consider to be one of the best driver's car, then go for it. Does BMW use the Haldex system? If they do, then I wouldn't buy it because I consider Haldex to be the worst joke os an AWD system anyone has ever dreamed up. If I hear one more VW/Volvo/Benz driver say they have AWD, I'm going to lose it. No, you have front wheel drive until you slip and it becomes AWD and by then, it can very well be too late. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 ^ The BMW and Mercedes systems are RWD biased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbrjason Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 I'd get one if it was feasible. Can't talk you out of it at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Reliability in this case is a gamble. If you don't plan on modding, then 335xi hands down. Only because you're talking sedans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underscore Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Around here BMWs are a dime a dozen, at least the LGT is more unique But you're in Colorado so can't really use that argument Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Around here BMWs are a dime a dozen, at least the LGT is more unique You are confusing unique with being good or better. There are undoubtedly more LGT's where you are than there are Yugos too..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawl Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 buy the 335i instead. car for sale. PM me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest heightsgtltd Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 But the 2010 LGT is such a compelling option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolksey85 Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 ^ The BMW and Mercedes systems are RWD biased. Oh, ok. That's better. But, I still prefer my AWD to be all-time AWD. None of that "Only when you need it" BS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emlevins Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 I've given this some consideration as well. Pearl is at 75k and I've considered the VF-52 upgrade, as well trading for a 335xi. I'm probably going to hold on to Pearl for awhile longer...but you should PROcede: http://www.vishnutuning.com/bmw_335i.htm Good luck. 05 SWP Legacy GT Limited (aka "Pearl")- 5MT AP - Stage 2 Protuned (238/284) - wife driven 07 BMW 335xi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTGT Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 JuiceBox3 FTW 370whp with just this undetectable chip. Make sure you get the newer 335 with the Oil Cooler. However I would rather hold out for a 335 with the DCT transmission or a slightly used "New Style" M3m Pure Sex. I will be driving my 05 LGT 'till the wheels come off and at that point it will be a dedicated toy along with some other European car in the garage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolksey85 Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 I've given this some consideration as well. Pearl is at 75k and I've considered the VF-52 upgrade, as well trading for a 335xi. I'm probably going to hold on to Pearl for awhile longer...but you should PROcede: http://www.vishnutuning.com/bmw_335i.htm Good luck. That seems all well and good but coming from Vishnu, I'd like to see proof before I spend $1100 on a reflash. That's just me, though. I'm not saying it couldn't or can't happen, it's just that I've heard that they can be a little optimistic with their numbers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lvethesnow Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 bmw water pump=$1000 suby water pump=$250 will never own a bmw . yes it was a nice car. way to expensive to fix. History does not entrust the care of freedom to the weak or timid People sleep peacefully at night cause rough men stand ready to do violence on there behalf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j255c Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 If you're trying to make 370 whp out of the Lgt get the 335xi it's a lot more fun to drive around if you're trying to have a wide useable powerband. My friend has a chipped 335 and it is very sneaky and can get you in a lot of trouble. 06 TB EVO IX SE stock turbo monster subaru hater Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Habitual Line Stepper Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 335xi FTW! I'm sorry i love my leggy, but if could easily afford a 335xi, my leggy would be at the dealer getting traded in. Its a much more refined car, the power is AMAZING, and i'm sure you can pull more vagina with a BMW than a subby, sorry guys its true. "I for one do not doubt you, dude. Your car is fast and an internet legend." -Gire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilbrudder Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 335ix=AUTOMATIC....boo LGT=5MT or that other thing. Spec B=6MT....FTW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 335xi FTW! I'm sorry i love my leggy, but if could easily afford a 335xi, my leggy would be at the dealer getting traded in. Its a much more refined car, the power is AMAZING, and i'm sure you can pull more vagina with a BMW than a subby, sorry guys its true. You can attract tons of vag with a Suby dude. It just so happens that in order to do it, you also need to have a vag yourself, and the vag you attract will often be wearing flannel shirts and work boots... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penguin Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 335ix=AUTOMATIC....boo LGT=5MT or that other thing. Spec B=6MT....FTW You do know that you can buy a 335xi with a manual transmission right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinlsb Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 You do know that you can buy a 335xi with a manual transmission right? As soon as the 2010 335XI MANUAL WAGON is released this flannel shirted, work booted "vag" will buy one since it is the only decent sport wagon left on the planet:lol: "Belief does not make truth. Evidence makes truth. And belief does not make evidence." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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