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12-16-2010, 07:44 PM | #45 |
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I think that with the idea of them offering a lower entry point into the ///M division, it will not be limited in number but more in run, allowing them to gauge interest in such a vehicle and plan out the next one.
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12-16-2010, 07:46 PM | #46 |
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I agree, I need a sunroof and blue to make me a buyer. A focused E30 M3 replacement with premium pkg? The E30 M3 had a sunroof available. Strange choices. |
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Wanting attractive colors in the year 2011 and a sunroof for street driving is not unreasonible. Why does BMW think Sat and idrive add to the driving experience more than a sunroof? |
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While the lack of a sunroof won't stop me from being the car, I would've liked to have it as an available option. Sometimes it's nice just to crack the sunroof to get some air. On glorious fall days, it's nice to go for a cruise with the windows and sunrood open. Like I said, it won't stop me from buying the car.
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12-17-2010, 10:10 AM | #53 |
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I will say that I had an Integra Type R prior to my 135i, it had no sunroof either. I was definately glad that 1er did have one and I would like one in the ///M, but it would not stop me from buying the car. And personally like the Type R that only had two color choices, yellow and black. I dont mind that there are only three choices. I have a white 1er and would probably get it again in white. Does anybody know if they are going to charge more for the Valencia Orange?
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12-17-2010, 10:56 AM | #56 |
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I like the fact that when I do see another 1M on the road, I can give him/her a thumbs-up for being a crazy nut -- for driving a pure, enthusiast car despite the limited options.
For everyone else, thumbs-up too. Drive what you like.
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I had a B18C5 shortblock in my first EM1 Si, it revved all damn day
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Couple of reasons...
It's an M car, so maintenance past 50K miles will be pricey It's based on an older design/car, so at the end of a 3 year lease, there will probably be a new 1M out for me to hop into. Plus, the 1 series design will be about 7 years old at that point... I don't trust the N54 yet, so owning the car out of warranty isn't really an option. Ultimately, I do want to jump into a new M3, so this car would be the perfect transition into one if I lease this. Basically, I don't plan on keeping the car more than 3 years, so leasing makes sense for me on this one. Assuming the the residuals/money factors aren't terrible. I would expect residuals to be around 58-60% on these with a money factor at the standard 0.00230 to start...probably will get better closer to December 2011..Just guesses, but seems reasonable. |
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Because BMW sells a lot more M3 Coupes with Sat and idrive than they do with sunroofs. The M coupe audience really hasn't shown an interest in one, so BMW doesn't see a need to offer it.
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12-17-2010, 03:44 PM | #63 |
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Looks more "luxurious" to me than it does sporty. A black interior would have been better imo. Tan just changes the look and feel of an interior towards a luxury bias in my opinion. Again. Just my opinion. I'd never buy any sports car with a tan interior. I'm sure others might though.
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Sort of like wearing a tan camel-hair coat (and scarf) to football tailgate. |
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12-17-2010, 07:08 PM | #66 | |
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if you simply have to have a sunroof, then get/keep a 135.. This car is an Enthusiast car... and meant to be a track day car.... Sure. originally. most will see street duty.. but like all M3s, many will eventually be track cars. No having to search for a non sunroof car... no having to try and fill in the roof when the car becomes a race car.... hooray! |
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