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03-31-2010, 03:58 PM | #221 | |
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I would like to think most BMW owners are of the truly logical breed of human beings left on this planet....we are only suggesting logical things that the OP could have done to get his M3 fix..... I myself may have a change of heart after seeing the prices he is paying for everything compared to the cost of an M3 over there....who knows....I was not aware of the retard-high prices of BMW's there.... I will also say this....if I saw the OP getting balls-deep in on his own body work, or cutting of exhaust or doing any of this by himself.....I would not be critical of anything I have seen or read so far because that, to me, is modding....Like I stated, as well as other have stated, this project seems like a showcase for these 3 shops, not for the OP's skill. Just a thought |
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03-31-2010, 04:08 PM | #222 |
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Just went back and read the prices of the 335i and M in countries other than US that you guys have stated....and OMG....unreal....I simply can not believe that.
Jeez, I should look into becoming a black-market exporting service!!!!! lol |
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03-31-2010, 04:13 PM | #223 | |
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But hey, modifying the rear fenders, changing entirely the front (fenders, headlights, bumper and hood), adding a custom carbon fiber trunk lid and painting it the color he wants is not just anything. You don't need to have your elbow deep in grease doing everything yourself to appreciate the effort, money, thought and planning in a project. If on the other hand he did it all by himself and the end result looks like crap it doesn't call for a lot admiration and you could be critical... |
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03-31-2010, 04:53 PM | #224 | |
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03-31-2010, 05:22 PM | #225 |
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..wow.. the car that enther the shop is a dead ringer for my current E92 here in NJ-USA, watching the transformation is awesome!
The E92 M3 has an amazing presence.. the stance is perfect. It would be awesome if they would offer a 335i M3 looks package, at least for me this build is a dream version of my car, I would love to do this, cant wait to see your finished product! The exhaust parts on the M are way high quality it appears in comparison to the 335! ~Frost
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03-31-2010, 05:49 PM | #226 | |
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I drive a 1-series coupé, 120d 177hp diesel. Price in USD at current rate is $75k. M3's are extremely rare here... go figure.. |
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03-31-2010, 06:21 PM | #227 | |
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03-31-2010, 06:40 PM | #228 |
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I'm signing up for one of your cars.
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03-31-2010, 08:47 PM | #230 |
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It would still cost a fortune over there. OP's car currently was purchased used, so even a used M3 would be a lot more.
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03-31-2010, 10:36 PM | #231 |
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As long as you keep it debadged I think it's going to be one AMAZING 35!!!!
Looks great so far!
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03-31-2010, 11:02 PM | #232 | |
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For all the criticizers saying...waaahhhh, he didn't do the work himself....waaahhh, its not an M3....waaahhh, I have nothing better to do but criticize... get a life and see this thread for what it is. OP is sharing HIS project with the rest of us. He never once asked for approval or disapproval, he's been nothing but respectful to the haters, and had never hidden the fact that the work was being done by outside garages and not him. Have we seriously gotten to the point where we can't just say thanks for sharing?!?! Is it your money? Did OP ask for your approval? The majority of the people on here would rather he share this process than keep it to himself. And I for one appreciate the amount of decision making and guts it takes to organize and run a modding project such as this one. Not eveyone is going to like the same details on a car, but can't we all just appreciate the OP for sharing his story with us, without throwing out criticism. And to the OP, whether there are things I would do differently doesn't matter, I give you a huge thumbs up for taking the time to share your story with us and respect the amount of time, money, and work that's going into this project. |
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03-31-2010, 11:14 PM | #234 | |
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04-01-2010, 12:52 AM | #238 |
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Respect for doing this!!
This is way better than an M3 IMHO. Makes me really wonder if, hypothetically speaking, you could purchase the new M3 with the option of either the N54 or S65 what would people choose? I know my answer N54 FTW |
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04-01-2010, 01:08 AM | #239 |
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If money wasn't an issue I would still get the S65. You just can't beat that scream at 8k RPM.
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I did do some parts myself and intend to do more on the interior myself once I get to that stage, the awesome thing is that the DIY section on this forum will assist greatly in that regard! Quote:
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Will defiantely be enjoying it I've been missing my car sooooo much! Drove my friend''s 335i last night and it felt so amazing and its currently stock except PSS10s and Advan wheels!
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