Dilemma: New 330i or e39 M5?

Schpilky · 02-10-2006, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by shimshimhada

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooooo!

Actually, the baby can fit in one of the two rear baby seat holders that all Carreras come with.

Initially "it" could probably fit in the glove box!

shimshimhada · 02-10-2006, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Schpilky

Initially "it" could probably fit in the glove box!

But seriously, too bad the E90's already on order though. I would risk your marriage for a Carrera.

Schpilky · 02-10-2006, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by shimshimhada

But seriously, too bad the E90's already on order though. I would risk your marriage for a Carrera.

noflash · 02-10-2006, 03:45 PM

Here's my thread on the same question:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3328

In the end, it came down to money, time in shop, and gas mileage!!

As an SUV-basher, I could not in good conscience buy a car that got 10-12 mpg.

The M5 is a great car. It's just not practical. The E90 is.

ksfrogman · 02-10-2006, 03:54 PM

That's interesting. Shortly after I ordered my e90, a friend of mine who works as a master mechanic at a local Southern Cal BMW dealership told me he was getting an e39 M5 in pristine condition directly from a seller in Europe. He indicated he would be selling it for around 42K.

Schpilky · 02-10-2006, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by noflash

The M5 is a great car. It's just not practical. The E90 is.

Agreed!!!

carnuts3 · 02-11-2006, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Schpilky

That; and an insurance comparison prove the ownership costs for the M5 will be violently higher than the e90. Add in depreciation over 2-3 years, and it becomes even more obvious which is the better buy.

This more about emotion than logic. And emotion tempered with logic is important. Anyway, power comes with a price - and there is nothing wrong with that either..

akhbhaat · 02-11-2006, 09:17 AM

Nevermind repair costs, think of the cost in time. Owning an aging M5 as a daily driver is not going to be a carefree experience...there could be times that you need the car and it's just not there for you. I wouldn't expect to encounter any crippling mechanical failures in the E90 during the warranty period.

Oz · 02-11-2006, 09:23 AM

I would buy the E90 because of the warranty but owning a M5 is very tempting..I saw an 2002 M5 on sale for 37k with 55k miles..Is it worth it?

cntlaw · 02-11-2006, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by shimshimhada

omg...screw the M5 and the E90 then! After you sell all of those cars, buy a 997 S instead! You don't have a kid yet, right? Enjoy yourself before it's too late.

yes I agree too.
fck the 5 yr old M5 , fck the useless 255hp E90
997S all the way if money is not an issue.
( or a GT3 ) :rocks:

shimshimhada · 02-11-2006, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by cntlaw

yes I agree too.
fck the 5 yr old M5 , fck the useless 255hp E90
997S all the way if money is not an issue.
( or a GT3 ) :rocks:

The 997 GT3 won't be out for a while, and that's wayyy too impractical! No rear baby seat holders!

climkt · 02-15-2006, 02:07 PM

This is a mega tough choice for most beemer fans. i guess if you like modern looks , don't mind a 6 sec century sprint, go for the e90 330i. If you just want raw power and sheer blinding performance, don't mind steeper depreciation due to the arrival of a newer model e60, one would not even hesitate and go for the e39 m5.

voltron1011 · 02-15-2006, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Oz

I would buy the E90 because of the warranty but owning a M5 is very tempting..I saw an 2002 M5 on sale for 37k with 55k miles..Is it worth it?

Damn, did the prior owner use it as a commuter car (55k miles)?

fakerlin · 02-15-2006, 02:44 PM

I would consider 2 things, but then again, for me money IS an issue. Privately buying a new BMW in Sweden is out of the question for me, because the value drop after ½mile is just not justifiable. On the other hand, the M5, although a pure dream, has some serious issues that need to be considered, mechanical ones. I have a friend who was considering the E39 M5 or the E39 540 with M-sport package. Actually, they did not differ all that much in price to buy, but the M5 is sick expensive to own over here, the insurance alone is close to $3000/year. If you want I can ask my friend what mechanical stuff to check for/be aware of. I remember that it, amongst other things, wassome part that does wear out quite often, and will have to be replaced, and obviously costs a fortune since it is an M5 part...

Anyway, he ended up getting the 540, and the grunt is quite enough....

My heart would go for the M5, and if money is no object, that would be my choice.

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akhbhaat Captain 181 Rep 883 Posts Drives: ///M318ti Type-R Turbo S Join Date: May 2005 Location: T1 run-off iTrader: (0)	Nevermind repair costs, think of the cost in time. Owning an aging M5 as a daily driver is not going to be a carefree experience...there could be times that you need the car and it's just not there for you. I wouldn't expect to encounter any crippling mechanical failures in the E90 during the warranty period.
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Oz Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I would buy the E90 because of the warranty but owning a M5 is very tempting..I saw an 2002 M5 on sale for 37k with 55k miles..Is it worth it? __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter
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climkt Bimmer Manual all the way 66 Rep 1,811 Posts Drives: e90 320i manual Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: singapore iTrader: (0)	This is a mega tough choice for most beemer fans. i guess if you like modern looks , don't mind a 6 sec century sprint, go for the e90 330i. If you just want raw power and sheer blinding performance, don't mind steeper depreciation due to the arrival of a newer model e60, one would not even hesitate and go for the e39 m5.
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fakerlin Private First Class 2 Rep 119 Posts Drives: 330xi Touring Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Stockholm, Sweden iTrader: (0)	I would consider 2 things, but then again, for me money IS an issue. Privately buying a new BMW in Sweden is out of the question for me, because the value drop after ½mile is just not justifiable. On the other hand, the M5, although a pure dream, has some serious issues that need to be considered, mechanical ones. I have a friend who was considering the E39 M5 or the E39 540 with M-sport package. Actually, they did not differ all that much in price to buy, but the M5 is sick expensive to own over here, the insurance alone is close to $3000/year. If you want I can ask my friend what mechanical stuff to check for/be aware of. I remember that it, amongst other things, wassome part that does wear out quite often, and will have to be replaced, and obviously costs a fortune since it is an M5 part... Anyway, he ended up getting the 540, and the grunt is quite enough.... My heart would go for the M5, and if money is no object, that would be my choice. __________________ 330xiT March 2006 delivery \| Titanium silver \| Sat Nav \| M6T
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