Wow this boltjames guy is a real piece of work isn't he? I had to registered to just to address this thread. BJ you have no clue what a 3-series is all about. If you want a soft, cushy, Lexus like car why didn't you just... I dunno.. buy a Lexus? I'm not sure that a 50yr old man is a 3-series target demographic you should have gone with a 5 series at least.
Anyways it's clear from your posts that you are just a badge snob with an elitist attitude. Speak for yourself when you say that 3-series customers want a floaty boat of a car.
Also an e92 335i coupe is better looking, better driving not to mention faster car.. it is a simple decision for a true enthusiast there is not even an argument of which car is a better BMW 3.