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1) 50k+ dollar car at a min with tax, more than double this price in other countries 2) Limited supply (by product life cycle), more mark-up at dealership If it's popular it's from M3 owners trading down and not by market expansion. I know kids coming out college making 90-120k but those aren't all going to buy a 1M.
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01-25-2011, 01:58 PM | #112 |
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Or the 335i and the M3, except that the M3 is heavier.
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01-28-2011, 08:54 PM | #113 |
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i love the 1m vs tt-rs debate
i just registered to say when the 2012 tt-rs arrives in the US, it will have 360hp, something nobody mentioned. audi says due to engine improvements. i contacted them to make sure it's not a misprint or something. the only car in the world that beats the tt-rs horsepower/L ratio is the veyron SS btw. http://jalopnik.com/5637726/ some tech reading This engine is based on the naturally-aspirated 2.5-litre inline five that powers Volkswagen Jetta sedans in North America. The port-injected 2,480cc unit develops 125kW (168hp) and 240Nm of torque at 4,250rpm. Last edited by suffeks; 01-28-2011 at 09:05 PM.. |
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01-28-2011, 10:06 PM | #114 |
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Man, I wish this thread would go away. Every time I see the insanely idiotic title ( two 2-seat sports cars, vs. a 4 seat coupe) as if there is ANY chance that these are actually competitors, makes me want to alternatively laugh and vomit.
What fool who could legit afford either, would choose a 1M over a Cayman, irrespective of objective measures, if they didn't need a back seat? Do you want a shot of moonshine, or a glass of 1982 Bordeaux? Do keep in mind, the moonshine might contain more alcohol! Good grief.
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01-28-2011, 11:24 PM | #116 |
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drive it before you knock it. the 5.0 alone is no longer just a straight-liner. the boss has significant suspension upgrades. that said, even though the boss is my second in line for buying a new sports car, i'd still go for the 1m for refinement and likely superior handling/tranny/curbweight...well, depending on what the official canadian price is.
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