Used 335i VS New 340i

mo4sho · 03-28-2015, 08:50 PM

Hey Everyone,

I'm going to get my first bimmer this summer and I could use your advice! I was wondering if I should get a used (2012-2013) 335i with 30-40K miles for around $34K, or lease the new 340i.

I believe the price of the 335i will drop once the 340i is released, so that's a plus. But leasing would allow me to have the newer engine and I could build a car of my choice rather than comb through all the used ones to find one I like.

Thanks for the help!

Dan_335i · 03-29-2015, 04:18 AM

new engine = new headaches
y not get a brand new 335i instead of used?

goon · 03-29-2015, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by mo4sho

Hey Everyone,

I'm going to get my first bimmer this summer and I could use your advice! I was wondering if I should get a used (2012-2013) 335i with 30-40K miles for around $34K, or lease the new 340i.

I believe the price of the 335i will drop once the 340i is released, so that's a plus. But leasing would allow me to have the newer engine and I could build a car of my choice rather than comb through all the used ones to find one I like.

Thanks for the help!

You could likely find a used 335 with some great options over buying new

If you plan on modifications, there will likely be very few options for some time to come since this is a new motor

Good luck with your decision

juliett · 03-31-2015, 04:46 PM

I could build a car of my choice rather than comb through all the used ones to find one I like?

abhibrandy1 · 03-31-2015, 06:04 PM

I'l wait and lease the 340i...I think even though its the 1st production year and we know that German cars in the 1st production year are known to have teething issues, the 340i will pretty much come with the same inline 6 twin turbo as in the 335i tuned to produce a little more horse power and torque.

USC2000 · 03-31-2015, 07:28 PM

You'll find pros and cons for both options. Do some research and figure out what is that you really want.

Golden Arrow · 04-04-2015, 08:11 PM

The post-LCI car will have much more than a new engine. Talks of a revised (and much needed bump in quality) interior and of course the LED lights.

Wait for the new car, OP. I wish I would've.

GMe90 · 04-05-2015, 10:28 PM

This is a no brainer. Wait for the 340 to see if you like it. If you don't, buy a 335i. The 335i will be even cheaper then, especially if the 340i becomes a hit.

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abhibrandy1 Private 18 Rep 76 Posts Drives: BMW 435i Gran Coupe Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: ca iTrader: (0)	I'l wait and lease the 340i...I think even though its the 1st production year and we know that German cars in the 1st production year are known to have teething issues, the 340i will pretty much come with the same inline 6 twin turbo as in the 335i tuned to produce a little more horse power and torque.
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USC2000 Lieutenant Colonel 127 Rep 1,604 Posts Drives: F30 328i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: El Paso, TX iTrader: (10)	You'll find pros and cons for both options. Do some research and figure out what is that you really want.
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Golden Arrow Lieutenant 195 Rep 522 Posts Drives: F36 430i GC Join Date: May 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	The post-LCI car will have much more than a new engine. Talks of a revised (and much needed bump in quality) interior and of course the LED lights. Wait for the new car, OP. I wish I would've. __________________ 2017 430i GC 2013 335i 2004 330ci 2003 330xi (Forever in my heart )
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