Seeing double...or triple !

[CHE///MIST3]

Who all here keeps a second or third of the same E9X M3 ? I always think it would be awesome to rack up more miles daily on my 08' 6MT coupe and one day turn it into a dedicated track car....while also acquiring another coupe in different color with DCT as a garage queen and weekend car (more luxuries and comfort, maybe supercharge !)

Who here has a similar situation going on that could inspire me to do the same?! Please share photos !!



GM

[Helmsman]

We have at least a couple of lucky guys onboard doing this. I hope they chime in with a few proper photos of the line up!

[GRUESOM3]

Not an m3 but e90 rwd 6mt w/55k with some mods. Cheap to maintain solid reliability and still plenty of fun to drive without killing yourself every time you step on the pedal.

[DSilk]

I don't like having twin cars in my garage. I prefer to spice things up. Too many good cars out there to double up with a single mark and model. But then, I don't track my cars anymore.

[11e90m3]

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Originally Posted by DSilk

I don't like having twin cars in my garage. I prefer to spice things up. Too many good cars out there to double up with a single mark and model. But then, I don't track my cars anymore.

Agreed. I got this instead as my daily driver. The M3 is the weekend car.

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4 Doors, Rear Drive, Manual 6spd, normally aspirated V8 and equally rare as my '11 E90 M3 if not more so.

[roastbeef]

I'd love to have the wife drive an e90 m3 since I have an e92, but it just doesn't make sense with her commute. Sometimes it doesn't matter if you can afford it or not- you get tired of going to the gas station every three days.
She has an e90 335d and it is a great alternative. Good power, good economy, and is a little sporty.

[timothy2001]

I daydream about it.

[BOOF-M3]

Originally Posted by timothy2001

I daydream about it.

I live it...

[Helmsman]

Originally Posted by BOOF-M3

I live it...

Knew it would come - lovely...

[jaehshim]

Originally Posted by GRUESOM3

Not an m3 but e90 rwd 6mt w/55k with some mods. Cheap to maintain solid reliability and still plenty of fun to drive without killing yourself every time you step on the pedal.

I'm seriously considering a E90 LCI 328xi sedan...
Looking for a reliable, easy to commute and park anywhere in downtown NYC street on weekends and not worry about anything type of car.
I was surprised by the low price on these, and I love the silver + that specific 2011 model yr wheels you have, I had this car as a loaner probably 7~8 times in the past, and I loved it.
How's the reliability in general? If I could find a decent 328 + xi with 6MT, I'd rather have this car as my DD than a 100K mile ran WRX.

[GRUESOM3]

Bought it 3 years ago it had 32k zero issues. Just regular maintenance that I diy. I run stock bmw style 285 17"with winter tires on cold months and bmw style 365 (OEM 18" 5 series wheels) all seasons during the warmer months that are in those pictures.
Most people can't tell the difference between then 2 wheels they are very similar.
Also this one was a base model with very few options which I liked and then later added msport bumpers.


The awd xi models are more common but it's tough to find them in Rwd and 6mt with low miles.

As far as reliability haven't had to do nothing except regular stuff fluids and filters, did brake pads and sensors, spark plugs and 1 coil pack went on me in the 3 years.

What seems to be problematic on these which is hit or miss is the electric water pump going around 80k but aside from that very solid cars.

[BOOF-M3]

Originally Posted by Helmsman

Knew it would come - lovely...

It was as if you had sent up the Bat Signal. I had to answer the call.

[CHE///MIST3]

Originally Posted by BOOF-M3

It was as if you had sent up the Bat Signal. I had to answer the call.

Oh that's nice......Do you ever have any of your friends drive the other 2 alongside you just so you can hear all three of your engines ar the same time? Lol

GM

[BOOF-M3]

Originally Posted by GMCHEM83

Oh that's nice......Do you ever have any of your friends drive the other 2 alongside you just so you can hear all three of your engines ar the same time? Lol

GM

Funny you should ask, on occasion we do take both M3's out at the same time. We run them up the beach. People are usually surprised when they realize one of us is a woman driving one of the cars. My favorite is backing into parking spaces next to each other, we try to time it where we do it at the same time. Never had the 328 out with the M cars but you have given me an idea hmmm. Taking the white one E92 M3 to the Tail of the Dragon with 30 other members. Heading up that way in a few hours. Can't wait!!!

[Maxf80M3]

I started with my e93. Love the car. Bought an e92 one year later with the anticipation of only keeping one . Ive started to grow attached to both

With so many people trading up to the newer model. There are so many parts and accessories used for sale. This makes the e9x amazing value for the $$$ and a great hobby. Although the wife is pissed off I claimed the entire garage . She did get the larger walk in closet.

My daily is the Range Rover .

[K-M3]

Originally Posted by BOOF-M3

I live it...

Wait ... you have all 3?? Respect!!!

[Yvette]

I thought about it but then my garage is too small to stack two same cars. Too many good cars out there I want to drive

[BOOF-M3]

Originally Posted by K-M3

Wait ... you have all 3?? Respect!!!

No, two M's and a 328. Maybe one day.

[CHE///MIST3]

Yeah, I thought it was an M3 as well ! ...but that 328 certainly looks the part! I still believe the 3 series, in general, is a perfect all-around car.


GM

Originally Posted by K-M3

Wait ... you have all 3?? Respect!!!

[CHE///MIST3]

Here's both of my 3-series The 328i is much more comfortable in the city with traffic....especially having fluffier tires and automatic transmission, the sport package helps with handling. The M3 gets more of the occasional drives to work or weekend backroads cruises since i'm in a more rural area now.

Both, fantastic cars...I don't care what breaks, i'll fix it and keep driving.

GM

[DSilk]

That's the problem. After so many years in an M3 I find myself thinking about what I would buy to replace it... And then I fire up that V8 and it always puts a smile on my face.

[Helmsman]

Originally Posted by DSilk

That's the problem. After so many years in an M3 I find myself thinking about what I would buy to replace it... And then I fire up that V8 and it always puts a smile on my face.

Thats it. Even with some technical hassle and occasionaly very frustrating dealers, I bloody love the car. Every day, year after year. Close to wierd I guess but, thats it.
I'll keep on to this baby as long as possible though, cause most certainly it will be my 4th and last bimmer. Main reasons I personally don't have much interest in their mishmash of todays products but also both BMW and their dealers in my view arrogance.