[nitjt]

I would like to go with Dinan but I compare the cost of a stage 2 to a Cobb and I can't see paying so much more.

[EB9512]

I have the Ingen CAI and the COBB. There is a definite difference (even with the lightly modded maps). I just invested in these mods the last three months. The kick in the pants is fun but not crazy different. I will tell you that this week my car was going to dealer for winter tires and rims and while they probably would have no reason to plug in, I uninstalled the COBB anyway. There is no doubt of the power difference but I was surprised at how much smoother everything is stock. I did not really think COBB was "rough" but I had convinced myself it was smooth....as much power difference as I feel, I think the difference in smoothness is equal. I am considering keeping stock tune through winter and deciding if the kick is really worth it.........

[nitjt]

Hey thanks for that info. I don't want to go over the top with money and performance. I wish I could feel the difference before I drop the cash so I can tell for myself if its worth the money.

[Sick335]

To Mod.

The End

[Dark_Knight_335]

This ^^ can't....stay.....away!!!

[Dark_Knight_335]

Originally Posted by nitjt

I would like to go with Dinan but I compare the cost of a stage 2 to a Cobb and I can't see paying so much more.

Oh absolutely, if price is a factor there are so many great tunes out there. Best of luck!

[EB9512]

Originally Posted by nitjt

Hey thanks for that info. I don't want to go over the top with money and performance. I wish I could feel the difference before I drop the cash so I can tell for myself if its worth the money.

I am sure if you get on your regional forum someone would be happy to give you a roll in their tuned car. I can tell you after spending 230 miles in my car today.....I miss my tune. I still don't know if I will re-install while I have my winter tires installed. I miss my Pilot Super Sports too.....Might be just my imagination but the car feels so much heavier with the Blizz tires on it. Steering is much less precise, I gotta move away from the freaking winter...,..

[Dark_Knight_335]

The whole car feels slower and heavier in the winter.
I honestly think it's all idiosyncratic but I'm with you dude.

[Amini77]

TO MOD! Just do regular maintenance and you're good to go.

[lunchbox]

Originally Posted by SaMaster14

would you give a 15 year old a modded 335i now? (yes I know there are quite a few kids who get these as their first cars, but regardless...) The car won't have any different specs in 10 years than does now... still gonna be fast and powerful regardless of the other cars at the time. Just look at that viral video of the kid with the E46 M3 who almost killed himself in Arizona driving like a maniac...

My first car was a 1984 Fiberglass Death Trap Vett with bald tires. I ended up on a few lawns in my day when driving in snow storms but no accidents otherwise. A car should be given to a person based on their personality. My brothers first car was a ford excursion and that got totaled.
Every drivers different. If they will be responsible then a fast cars fine, if you have a doubt that it might not be a good idea... Give them a ford excursion.


And to stay on top. Mod the car.

[marks88]

Yes, mod makes it fun to drive. It may lose some years, but regular maintenance will help and who knows, you might even maintain it better knowing you have mods.