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Much like a friend of mine, didn't know how many cylinders were in his 320i. |
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01-01-2013, 09:37 AM | #26 | |
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![]() I think alot of ppl buy a BMW just for the brand.. many will be happy owning a 320 318 520 (aka base models) just throw in a sunroof and probably rear sensors. I think the selling approach needs to change.. (it is not the ultimate driving machine if you dont get the crucial options) ![]() |
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01-02-2013, 08:45 AM | #29 |
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Absolutely. They know it's a top European brand, safe, reliable (yes, I know - debatable point there for some) and very well built (flame suit on) - well mine have been. Pretty much that's it for them.
For us, it's a very different approach. We understand the cars and the BMW philosophy & approach to building the cars they build. I mean, who else, except for us would even consider watching the F30 build videos on YouTube?
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Neither would I, but I've been a 'one eyed' 3 Series BMW fan for over 25 years. For me, there isn't any other car to consider except for Aston Martin.
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I've had 5 cars so far, Nissan, Mazda, BMW, Ford and BMW. Brand loyalty hasn't being at the forefront until now. Recently another mate of mine bought himself a X3 320d M Sport. I asked him why and he said it's because in his profession (IT) everybody drives a BMW, esp X3 so he bought one to blend in. When I asked him if he had Bi-xenon lights as options, he wasn't sure. Thing is, it's such a waste isn't it? When you spend something like $70k to $100k, that's someone yearly wage on a car, wouldn't you get more out of it other than status, luxury etc to really get to know your car. Quote:
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01-02-2013, 09:25 AM | #32 |
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I used to buy BMW for the Brand, but they are now soft... really soft. They suck infact in terms of performance vs Audi's equivalent cars at the M level. (serious check them out). But despite that I still liked BMW coz they dont look boring. That said, I no longer hold the infallible view that they are as good as they once were nor will i pay attention to their past track record. Look at how many of us here with our brand new F30 experience all kind of embarassing defects/issues/rusty seats, knocking steering racks, cracked trims etc etc.
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The base models of each of those brands didn't appeal to me much either but the RS5 and C63 oh dear ..., |
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Out of curiosity, I looked up the number of 2012 '3' series currently advertised on Carsales, as a indicative/rough guide measurement of what models 3 series customers generally want. The findings are not surprising but gives you a good idea of 80% these customers really want.
Note: includes E90 generation coupes Model Qty Perc My comments 320d 264 52% Want value for money, diesel motor makes good power and saves fuel costs 318d 85 17% Really budget conscious, don't care at all about performance 320i 77 15% Don't like diesel motors 328i 55 11% That's people like us 335i 19 4% Those who have a bigger budget and want the ultimate 3 series 325i 10 2% Mid range 3 coupe 335d 2 0% If you wanted top line diesel, you'd prob buy a X5 Total 512 100% If you added up all the entry level models (i.e. cheaper than 328i), that's accounts for 83% of 3 series. 328i/335i petrol-heads are definitely in the minority ![]() |
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Some of us are meeting there this Friday ~ 6:15-6:30.. feel free to pop by even those awaiting their F30's
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I went to Mt Dandy with my friend in the civic type r.
Good run with him, it was fun. I felt turbo has a bit more power when gets a bit hotter after about 5 min of pure thrashing. I put it in sport plus with Flappy paddle. My car has active suspension, car feels tight around corners too. Anyone interested for the next run?
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