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17 January 2007, 07:44 PM
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M3 cab smg, 04, silver grey, black nappa, 19's, sat-nav, tv,harmann kardon, electric folding mirrors, armrest
17 January 2007, 08:20 PM
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Make way for Captain Sensible!
Think about the way you drive, the type of roads you use and the amount of traffic you endure. If you live in suburbia then the M3 with the flappy paddles will be very pleasant to live with. However, if you do lots of miles in heavy traffic have you considered one of the more powerful BMW diesels? Just as quick in the real world, softer ride, more understated and probably as good a real world car as you will find. Having said that, a while ago I was out baiting supercars in my Sciecento Sporting. After I eased off the M3 that I had just pulverised roared past bouncing off the limiter. It did sound mighty fine. Not as good as the Fiat, obviously, but still impressive nonetheless.
Think about the way you drive, the type of roads you use and the amount of traffic you endure. If you live in suburbia then the M3 with the flappy paddles will be very pleasant to live with. However, if you do lots of miles in heavy traffic have you considered one of the more powerful BMW diesels? Just as quick in the real world, softer ride, more understated and probably as good a real world car as you will find. Having said that, a while ago I was out baiting supercars in my Sciecento Sporting. After I eased off the M3 that I had just pulverised roared past bouncing off the limiter. It did sound mighty fine. Not as good as the Fiat, obviously, but still impressive nonetheless.
17 January 2007, 08:35 PM
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Sold my modded STi back in August for a e46 M, not looked back since great cars even better engine, It'll take you a while to adjust your driving style to suit but once you have they are very enjoyable to hustle along
Only bad point are the brakes, i find them over servo'd and very hard to heel toe smoothly, but I'm loving the challenge.
17 January 2007, 08:47 PM
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Good choice
Sold my modded STi back in August for a e46 M, not looked back since great cars even better engine, It'll take you a while to adjust your driving style to suit but once you have they are very enjoyable to hustle along
Only bad point are the brakes, i find them over servo'd and very hard to heel toe smoothly, but I'm loving the challenge.
Sold my modded STi back in August for a e46 M, not looked back since great cars even better engine, It'll take you a while to adjust your driving style to suit but once you have they are very enjoyable to hustle along
Only bad point are the brakes, i find them over servo'd and very hard to heel toe smoothly, but I'm loving the challenge.
I solved the brakes withs AP's all round (standard are worse than subaru) get around the heel and toe with the smg!!
Enjoy it.
17 January 2007, 08:57 PM
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17 January 2007, 09:03 PM
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M3, SMG, 55, silver grey, Imola Red Nappa, 19's, sat-nav, tv, electric folding mirrors, armrest, etc
Fecking awesome day to dayer IMO.
New shed here, quick (poor) picks, as i went out to take a couple of shots of the MG before it went to the new owner.
M3 @ Fotopic.Net
Fecking awesome day to dayer IMO.
New shed here, quick (poor) picks, as i went out to take a couple of shots of the MG before it went to the new owner.
M3 @ Fotopic.Net
17 January 2007, 09:04 PM
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switch on mind reading mode !!Exterior colour: Carbon Black
Interior: Black Nappa Leather
standard equipment:
"18"" M3 Alloy Wheels"
M Sports Suspension
Dynamic Stability Control
Cornering Brake Control
Park Distance Control
Power Assisted Steering
Anti-Lock Braking System
Bi-Xenon Headlamps
Through Loading System
Electric Seats+Driver Memory
Sports Seats
Automatic Air Conditioning
Air Recirculation
Cruise Control
BMW Business RDS
On Board Computer
extra stuff :
Electric Rear Pop-out Windows
M Double Spoke 67M 8/9.5Jx19"
SMG Drivelogic
Sports Multi-Function Steering Wheel
17 January 2007, 09:09 PM
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LOL, @ quoting the BMW spec sheet from the website
You have made the right move. FYI, driving exactly the same, the m3 is proving to be more economical than the scoob was when i used that for everyday transport.
Steven
(nearly 900 miles in one week)
You have made the right move. FYI, driving exactly the same, the m3 is proving to be more economical than the scoob was when i used that for everyday transport.
Steven
(nearly 900 miles in one week)
17 January 2007, 09:10 PM
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M3, SMG, 55, silver grey, Imola Red Nappa, 19's, sat-nav, tv, electric folding mirrors, armrest, etc
Fecking awesome day to dayer IMO.
New shed here, quick (poor) picks, as i went out to take a couple of shots of the MG before it went to the new owner.
M3 @ Fotopic.Net
Fecking awesome day to dayer IMO.
New shed here, quick (poor) picks, as i went out to take a couple of shots of the MG before it went to the new owner.
M3 @ Fotopic.Net
Mmmm i wanted the red leather, got the body colour i want though. Red seats look good from the outside but maybe a bit too much from the inside. Black is a bit dull
If we are putting pics up
16_12_06_RB5_Scott_2.jpg @ Fotopic.Net
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17 January 2007, 10:06 PM
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Mmmm i wanted the red leather, got the body colour i want though. Red seats look good from the outside but maybe a bit too much from the inside. Black is a bit dull
If we are putting pics up
16_12_06_RB5_Scott_2.jpg @ Fotopic.Net
If we are putting pics up
16_12_06_RB5_Scott_2.jpg @ Fotopic.Net
Sat in a Convertible exactly the same, with black, and thought, nah, its too "bland"
The red grows on you quickly, it contrasts the rest of the interior quite well IMO. (its more a red wine colour than prostitute red
, i dismissed it until i sat in the only car i could test drive)
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