More F30 328's than 335's...

boltjames · 10-19-2012, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by PGT

Comparing objective performance data, there's a fairly narrow gap for the step up to a 335. I certainly lobbied for one anyways but my wife decided the 328 was enough for her. Now, I'm glad she did so because driving it, I agree. It's perfect for what we got it for. We have the SRT8 for a roadtrip car (and is my daily driver anyways so it was up to her what she wanted for hers)

And then there's the whole South Africa issue. No 335i is worth that risk.

German cars should be made in, you know, Germany.

BJ

Sharp_Cai · 10-19-2012, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by PGT

Comparing objective performance data, there's a fairly narrow gap for the step up to a 335. I certainly lobbied for one anyways but my wife decided the 328 was enough for her. Now, I'm glad she did so because driving it, I agree. It's perfect for what we got it for. We have the SRT8 for a roadtrip car (and is my daily driver anyways so it was up to her what she wanted for hers)

328i is way more than enough for my wife, but she picked 335i just cuz its better than 328i.

SamS · 10-19-2012, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by boltjames

And then there's the whole South Africa issue. No 335i is worth that risk.

German cars should be made in, you know, Germany.

BJ

LOL. Like all the X3, X5, X6 models are? Ever been to a BMW factory in Germany?

Sharp_Cai · 10-19-2012, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by boltjames

And then there's the whole South Africa issue. No 335i is worth that risk.

German cars should be made in, you know, Germany.

BJ

I heard SA built has the same qulity as Germany, some even better. I took that risk cuz i think it worth everything thing! lol

Roki_014 · 10-19-2012, 02:16 PM

i honestly don't really care where they are built, its the machines thats building them anyways, and the reason they are moving out of Germany is to save on manufacturing cost and shipping so they can stay competitive with there prices

Sharp_Cai · 10-19-2012, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Roki_014

i honestly don't really care where they are built, its the machines thats building them anyways, and the reason they are moving out of Germany is to save on manufacturing cost and shipping so they can stay competitive with there prices

+1 very ture!

boltjames · 10-19-2012, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Sharp_Cai

I heard SA built has the same qulity as Germany, some even better. I took that risk cuz i think it worth everything thing! lol

Just know that you're not driving a true BMW, that's all.

My Rolex was made in Switzerland, not China.

BJ

boltjames · 10-19-2012, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Roki_014

i honestly don't really care where they are built, its the machines thats building them anyways, and the reason they are moving out of Germany is to save on manufacturing cost and shipping so they can stay competitive with there prices

...all of which is code for:

"I bought a $50,000 car made in a third world country."

BJ

Jamesons Viggen · 10-19-2012, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ES_TRADER

but its still a four banger

LOL.

If I want to hear a straight 6, I walk to the other side of the garage.

Fact is, I got my car for a steal-one I could not duplicate with any other F30. If a 335 was offered to me at the same price, I would not have turned it down to spend as much or more to get the 4 cylinder. Let's be real.

But for me, I bought the 328 BECAUSE of the increase in size and addition of a highly fuel efficient and tq'y/easily moddable 4 cylinder like I am used to in Saabs and Audis.

I modify pretty much every car I have or ever will have. It's what I do, it's in my nature.

SamS · 10-19-2012, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by boltjames

Just know that you're not driving a true BMW, that's all.

And you genuinely asked on another thread why so many people dislike you?

Roki_014 · 10-19-2012, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by boltjames

Just know that you're not driving a true BMW, that's all.

My Rolex was made in Switzerland, not China.

BJ

this is BMW not a Bugatti and they are not being hand made like ur Rolex from Switzerland

ES_TRADER · 10-19-2012, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by boltjames

Just know that you're not driving a true BMW, that's all.

My Rolex was made in Switzerland, not China.

BJ

+1. ill cancel my order if i find out its made in SA. wont accept that. id rather wait for a longer slot.

boltjames · 10-19-2012, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ES_TRADER

+1. ill cancel my order if i find out its made in SA. wont accept that. id rather wait for a longer slot.

Same for me. They tried to give my friend a South African build slot and he told them to shove it, waited an extra month to get one from Germany.

We German owners look down on South African owners. They don't like it, but it was their choice, shouldn't be blaming us. I'd rather run around shouting "I drive a 4 banger!" than "My $50,000 6 cylinder is made in a third world country!"

Auf wiedersehen,

BJ

Jamesons Viggen · 10-19-2012, 03:07 PM

My Roadster was made in some shithole 3rd world country, I forget which one.

Oh, and it's not a real M-car because it does not have a real M-engine with ITBs. So it might as well not be a real BMW to boot.

boltjames · 10-19-2012, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by SamS

And you genuinely asked on another thread why so many people dislike you?

That wasn't genuine. I know how many people like me.

Trying to understand why 328i owners have to show restraint and sensitivity over the South Africa issue and 335i owners don't have to show restraint and sensitivity over the 4 cylinder issue.

I thought all you performance enthusiasts were badass tough-guys. Why so dainty?

BJ

Sharp_Cai · 10-19-2012, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by boltjames

Same for me. They tried to give my friend a South African build slot and he told them to shove it, waited an extra month to get one from Germany.

We German owners look down on South African owners. They don't like it, but it was their choice, shouldn't be blaming us. I'd rather run around shouting "I drive a 4 banger!" than "My $50,000 6 cylinder is made in a third world country!"

Auf wiedersehen,

BJ

I would rather drive a $50K 6 cylinder is made in a third world country instead of a 4 banger.

Sharp_Cai · 10-19-2012, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by boltjames

Just know that you're not driving a true BMW, that's all.

My Rolex was made in Switzerland, not China.

BJ

is there anything else u can show off besides your Rolex??

BavarianFanatic · 10-19-2012, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by DrivenByE30

you've got the best overall and simple answer !

The reason why the E90 328i is less discussed is because that engine isn't as much fun compared to the N54/55 of the 335i E90.

But, as pointed out by everyone here, the F30 328i iteration now comes with an awesome (world-class shall i remind you) engine.

The N20 is so competent and is so efficient at getting 80-90% of the useful power band from the bigger inline6 engine.
Combine that with the higher number of produced 4-cyl car, and you got this larger popularity of the 328i over the 335i.

Both cars are very good, (now i realize how fortunate i am to enjoy my 335i), and by choosing the 328i over the 335i, you aint losing much anymore...

it actually might be a smarter buy... the 335i is really for those hard to change minds such as myself...

I tested a 328i and ordered a 335i without ever actually driving one. My daily driver is a beast with north of 500 RWHP, so ANYTHING I climb into is going to feel slow. I simply went straight to the 335i because there's a lot than can be done to the N55 to take it to the next level.

I imagine that, in time, there will be a multitude of tuners offering solutions for the N20 that will bump it up to stock N55 numbers. That's one of the beautiful things about forced induction. I simply opted to start at a higher point to potentially end up at an even higher point if I follow the same path I have in the past with all of my cars.

And I'm a sucker for displacement. Torque is addictive. Too much is never enough.

boltjames · 10-19-2012, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sharp_Cai

I would rather drive a $50K 6 cylinder is made in a third world country instead of a 4 banger.

Jou wens is toegestaan.

BJ

Sharp_Cai · 10-19-2012, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by boltjames

Jou wens is toegestaan.

BJ

Don't hate~~ I like this pic. Tks

BavarianFanatic · 10-19-2012, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamesons Viggen

The tune is $375. The downpipe is $400. Intake is $400. Intake and tune has dynod 272whp and 300tq. So add all three for $1100 and get dangerously close to 300whp.

Warranty i dont worry about. I have reasons and friends for that.

In my case i am spoiled. My exhaust was free. I have spent nothing.

And, to be honest, better overall efficiency to boot. Definitely a win win all the way around.

Sharp_Cai · 10-19-2012, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by SamS

And you genuinely asked on another thread why so many people dislike you?

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