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Joined the club! '17 M3 (from '14 S4)
My S4 was quickly approaching a big 75k mile service, as well as needing some new suspension bits and possible wheel bearing(s). While I loved the car, it was getting up there in mileage and I was quite hesitant to start dumping thousands into it just to keep it on the road.
So, after a long talk with the wife, I started looking for low mileage M3's to replace it. Like many, the M3 is a 'hero' car that I've wanted for quite some time. After a few weeks of perusing all the different classifieds, I finally found one that met my core needs (low mileage, gray or silver, 6 speed, leather seats with cloth inserts). I ran the CarFax and called my local BMW dealer to have their service department confirm the VIN met all its service requirements and warranty obligations. That all checked out so I drove an hour to the dealer to test drive it. Needless to say, I immediately fell in love. I truly want to shake the previous owner's hand. I couldn't find a single ding, scratch, scuff anywhere on the car, inside and out. The leather bolsters on the seats don't show a single sign of wear, despite the car having 7800 miles on it. I'm truly blown away by how well the car was kept. They even left the original plastic covers on the floor mats. After that, the test drive sold me and I drove it home just a couple of hours later. I'm new to the BMW world so I've got a lot of research/learning to do. But I'm excited for the new adventure. And a pic of what it's replacing... Last edited by DadVibes; 10-13-2019 at 08:38 AM.. |
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05-07-2019, 07:18 PM | #2 |
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I have heard that the DCT in the M3 is better but this time around I decided I needed to get back into a full fledged manual. I really missed rowing my own gears. And the dark gray was a must have for me. I've owned various different car colors over the years and I've learned that absolutely nothing is as easy to keep looking clean/new like dark gray is.
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Nice man. I had an S4 and then some many moons ago.
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Congrats! Extra points for 6MT x CSAT
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Thanks guys! I work from home and keep going out just to sneak peaks of it. I can't believe it's sitting in my garage. I haven't been this giddy about a car since I splurged on my first WRX right out of college, 15 years ago.
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good choice. no offense, f80/82 is much better than s4 no matter looks or performances. congrats mate and welcome on board.
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Awesome! I didn't know these wheels were rare. I love the look. My only gripe is that front wheel gap. However, with how low the front bumper already sits, I don't foresee being able to lower it any further without causing serious damage to the lower front bumper, especially in the winter. I think I'll figure out a good spacer configuration for the wheels and call the exterior good.
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The S4 had full stage 2 upgrades and upgraded suspension. But even with that you can tell it just doesn't have the same grunt and much more body roll. It's very clear why the M3 is the pinnacle of its class. This thing is like nothing I've ever owned. This is the first time I purchased a car without having a list of 10+ upgrades I wanted to do. It's tough to justify messing with perfection.
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congrats on the car, I too came from a b8.5 s4 and yes you would have had to replace the wheel bearings plus the expensive 75k service. the f80 is a much better car, enjoy.
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Me best friend used to own an orange wrapped b8 S4 with the manual. Stage 2 upgrades. It was a beast!
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to be honest im a big fan of audi from s to rs. im dribbling for long time since i was 20 years old. currently one of my best mate bought an s4 in red and i did test drive. all i can say is s4 is so so easy to drive and go fast with its newly upgraded quattro 4wd. but its too family and too commonon on the street like well dressed gentleman . its not special enough for your own. having a m car is another story. it can be stealth and can be wild. sometimes it can be a angry yobbo. so many unpredictables happened in various driving situations makes you sweat in hand but it turns out big grin on your face. thats what i like, i suppose, so do you.
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I did test drive a B9 S4 and absolutely LOVED the interior tech/comfort. But it's still too numb feeling and generic feeling for a $50k+ performance sedan. The M3 stands out MUCH more from the bland cars around here, and I love that. Quote:
The stock tires are getting low on tread. I'm going to have to get some stickier Pilot Super Sports to survive the summer.
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