N54 vs N55

galahad05 · 12-19-2009, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by NRG

Good point. I wonder if the tweaked N54 will employ the MSD81 or is there something new, witch would kill the current tuner market.

The new cars would then be tuner-free.....for about two months.

cgpublic · 01-09-2010, 08:38 AM

So is it now public that the N55 will be replacing the N54 in all MY2011 E92/93 LCIs except the new 335is?

i335i · 01-09-2010, 09:29 AM

Why will BMW keep the N54 on the 335is coupe and vert and only put the N55 on the sedan and coupe/vert non sport. Clearly the N54 is still the better choice for enthusiasts.

See thread:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=338908

Weaselboy · 01-09-2010, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by cgpublic

So is it now public that the N55 will be replacing the N54 in all MY2011 E92/93 LCIs except the new 335is?

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...90#post6489590

See this thread.

MGT81 · 06-07-2013, 07:29 PM

I hear its powered by rocket fuel...

chaggitto · 06-07-2013, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MGT81

I hear its powered by rocket fuel...

You do know this is a 3 year old thread ?!?!?

vexx786 · 06-08-2013, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jopa489

BMW isn't going to put the N55 in the 2011 E9x (a 6 year old platform) when F30 is due out in 2012.

i guess you were wrong.

lucasoil1 · 10-26-2014, 12:25 AM

I am in Indiana and I would like to buy a used manual 335i or 335xi, any idea about the best place to find it.

lucasoil1 · 10-26-2014, 12:27 AM

Also I need your opinions, because I would like to know which one is the best of the 3 serie.

Fundguy1 · 10-26-2014, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by lucasoil1

Also I need your opinions, because I would like to know which one is the best of the 3 serie.

There is no best. Depends on what you want it for and what you want to do to it. If you want to max out power and performance, probably a 2009 e92.

Do you want extra doors, convertible, 4 wheel drive? They all limit the highest level upgrades. I drive was upgraded in 2008 I believe. The 2007-2009 had forged internals. N54 motor. N55 doesn't. Auto trans is faster due to faster shifts especially if it's a dual clutch. Manual trans can handle more hp than auto and just needs a clutch swap to go higher than 600 hp. As for where, check forums, autoshopper, dealers, etc. find one that's been maintained well and no major accidents. Hope this helps.

And don't forget the M3. Little more power, little better handling, but higher price and not as good bang for the buck especially if you're modifying.

BigTexas335 · 10-30-2014, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by vexx786

Quote:

Originally Posted by jopa489

BMW isn't going to put the N55 in the 2011 E9x (a 6 year old platform) when F30 is due out in 2012.

i guess you were wrong.

Lol

BayMoWe335 · 11-03-2015, 09:11 AM

Engines can remain in cars for a lot longer than the chassis is active.

SlimE92 · 11-03-2015, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BayMoWe335

Engines can remain in cars for a lot longer than the chassis is active.

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BayMoWe335 · 11-03-2015, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by SlimE92

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I just mean the N55 could be around for the next iteration of the 3. New model doesn't always mean new engine.

Wingnut335 · 11-03-2015, 03:12 PM

Unfortunately, this is not likely since they have the B58 already for the 340i.

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