01-15-2012, 08:35 AM | #1 |
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Configurator loaded 328i VS loaded 335i
328i base MSRP - $34,900
335i base MSRP - $42,400 $7,500 328i loaded MSRP - $52,400 335i loaded MSRP - $55,600 $3,200 328i loaded MSRP - $52,400 335i equipped MSRP - $49,800 (Cold weather, Premium, Sport) -$2,600 Does it make sense to buy a loaded 328i anymore? Just thinking out loud here ... |
01-15-2012, 08:50 AM | #2 |
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You're right that it doesn't make sense but the entire premise of your post is flawed. How many fully loaded 328i's is BMW going to sell? If a buyer can afford a $50K 3 series, I'd guess they would immediately get a 335i.
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I agree completely. If I wanted to spend $50k, I'd get a 335i. As it was, the MSRP of the 328i I ordered was $43.9k (Modern Line, Premium Package, Premium Sound Package, Xenon).
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01-15-2012, 09:07 AM | #4 |
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I did the same a few days ago.
328i Sport + heated seats + sunroof 335i sport + heated seats (sunroof is std) Only 5500$ difference and you have the Xenon (900$ on the 328i), which apparently can't be had without the premium pack (3600$) on the 328i. The 335i is a no brainer, specially when you factor in the resale value and don't have to endure that silly 4-cyl. Last edited by Saintor; 01-15-2012 at 09:22 AM.. |
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I agree w/poster above. I'm headed more towards the loaded 328 route. The power difference is not much and I want increased MPG. 36 vs 30. For me...it makes sense to get the 328.
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01-15-2012, 10:20 AM | #7 |
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Real world 5-60 is likely to be at least 25% different (5.5s vs 7s) so don't take that 0-60mph too seriously. But for gas, your point is made. With the ZF 8-sp., the 535i get 21/31 (will 335i be a tad better at 22/33?) and the 328i probably 23-24 / 36. 10% difference I'd guestimate..
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01-15-2012, 10:39 AM | #8 |
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the increased efficiency will be nice
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[QUOTE=Saintor;11153652]Real world 5-60 is likely to be at least 25% different (5.5s vs 7s) so don't take that 0-60mph too seriously. QUOTE] maybe so, but so far theres been nothing but compliments for the 4 cyl turbo. i bought a previous gen 335 because the turbos provided much more torque than the NA 6 cyl, however, I dont think theres going to be as much of a difference now which is why im going with the 328. time will tell i guess.
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Which N20 did you drive?, please dont say the 528
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im not saying the 335 is not worth it or that the 328 is equal, just seems the difference now is less than before. i havent driven the N20 328i so for now its just an opinion based on the reviews i've seen. if i get 90% of the performance with cheaper operating cost then i'll be happy with my purchase. if not, next time its back to a 335
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BTW, I did a check of NADA values on a 2008 model 328 and 335 sedan with sport package and navigation. The difference is $4K or about the same or slightly less than the initial cost between the two. At least in the USA, it seems the resale is about the same.
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I was in a limbo with 328i. It is not about how it performs and its worth it or not (although, it is important but stick with me here). There are several options in 335i which are standard: - Alarm System is standard [$400] - Sport Package is cheaper by [$800] - Premium package is cheaper by [$1700] - Xenons are standard [$900]. Notes: - If you don't get ZPP on 328i, you'll have to spend $3600 for ZPP + $900 for Xenons just to have them. - If you don't get ZSP, then you'll be stuck with 17" wheels on 328i. 18" wheels are standard on 335i regardless of the package. - I have lumped all the standard ZPP options in 335i by saying that ZPP is $1700 more on 328i than 335i. If you decide to NOT get ZPP on either 328i or 335i, then you get these for free: Moonroof [$1050], Auto-dimming Rearview Mirrors [$ N/A], Power Front Seats w/ Memory [$995]. I am not even talking about performance here... We're just playing with numbers. If you want a low-end base BMW, go for 328i. If you want a fully decked out 328i - You're making a poor choice. You'll spend less on a 335i. If you care about fuel consumption, 328i. I don't give a damn about fuel consumption, personally. Last edited by 90degreeman; 01-15-2012 at 01:07 PM.. |
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Xenons are nice, but im not to concerned about looks and what people think im driving. I dont need power seats and never use the moonroof i have. I i am right at 40K. 335 is a great car, if it still had the N54, then maybe i would consider it more. But this 328 is looking like an amazing car, great efficiency, more than adequate performance, and i like the styling so thats a plus. Anyone spending 50K on a 328 is a moron. same schmuck that would spend 70K on a 528...
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Tssst. tssst. tssst. Keep it civil son. I hope you learnt something here when you got busted with your arrogance. You are doing it again. I was not talking about 0-60 (totally useless) but about 5-60. Here is something for you to learn again anyway; Audi declares for the A3 manual a 0-60 or 7.1s and BMW declares for a 328i 6.3s. Automatic are about the same, but the A3 has a dual-clutch automatic transmission and I wouldn't be surprised that gear ratios are taller on the 328i. |
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