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      09-23-2019, 06:57 AM   #23
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Originally Posted by Ric in RVA View Post
Had several E30's, 318is, 325i, 325is. Agree that they are the top. But now they feel antique.

I have driven all of the above with the G20 cars.

I'd substitute the 128 in the line up as a logical 3 series successor after the e46 went away. The E9* series cars left the design ethos of the 3 behind and the car lost its way . a bit. The e8* really was the logical three series extension (bar the lack of 4 doors).

That car I'd put as first on the list. Above the E30.

I've always maintained that the 128i sport/ m sport was what the E30 325is would have been if it grew up and the modern 330i. Proper Hp to weight with emphasis on handling but no compromise in terms of ride or daily function.

Where does that car fit on that list for you.
100% agree with your opinion on the 1 series. I would even add the 2 series in there as well, as I really do feel like the 1 and 2 series are the proper size of a 3er and have better road handling and agility than any modern 3er. Anytime someone asks me what is the best 3 series to buy right now, I always tell them to just look at a 2 series (if they don't need four-doors).
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