EVO X or 03-05 M3

jeveryday · 11-08-2012, 02:31 PM

Hey fellas,

Im looking for an everyday driver around 18K no more than 23K. Which do you think would be better an an everyday driver and yet still be friendly to mod. I realize some answers may be biast but I am looking for some input.

I wanted to look into a 03 - 05 M3 or an 08-10 EVO. I wasnt too sure about the M3 because I heard that those models had the VANOS and bearing issues. The issue with the EVO is the lack of truck space and somewhat bare interior.

Btw, ive already had 2 335's so im trying to get away from them atleast for a little while.

Whats your opinion?

ihc95 · 11-08-2012, 03:47 PM

Please don't buy an M3 or Evo as a beater. Or at least don't refer to them as beaters. For you're needs I'd get an 06-07 WRX.

jolette · 11-08-2012, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ihc95

Please don't buy an M3 or Evo as a beater. Or at least don't refer to them as beaters. For you're needs I'd get an 06-07 WRX.

(WRX) (Evo) whats the difference?

N55 · 11-08-2012, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jolette

(WRX) (Evo) whats the difference?

Cant tell if serious

jolette · 11-08-2012, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by N55

Cant tell if serious

Ahaha

jolette · 11-08-2012, 04:37 PM

Both turbo I4, sedan AWD..... Just funny its not ok get an Evo for a daily but a WRX is.

username604 · 11-08-2012, 04:37 PM

2006 civics make for nicer beaters
awd, low mpg, high maintenance.... m3s and evos aren't beaters

EDM92 · 11-08-2012, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ihc95

Please don't buy an M3 or Evo as a beater. Or at least don't refer to them as beaters. For you're needs I'd get an 06-07 WRX.

So a WRX can be a beater but an Evo can't?

OP, the Evo is a track beast. AWD is awesome. It's reliable when left stock, but fixing them isn't cheap like you would expect from a Japanese car. It's also not very attractive in my opinion.

The M3 is sexy as hell. Repairs are expensive, but not much more expensive than the Evo. It won't be as fast as the Evo, but has a nice interior and an absolutely gorgeous exterior.

I'd go for the M3 if you don't plan on tracking the car and you have the funds to fix/maintain it.

StevenY. · 11-08-2012, 04:43 PM

I'd go with e46 m3, it may have the vanos issue but doesn't the EVO X have that notchy transmission? Also, m3 has a better interior/build quality compared to the EVO X. Up to you but I'd go with the M3.

AddictedToBavarian · 11-08-2012, 04:43 PM

Good luck finding the M3 with that mileage.

StevenY. · 11-08-2012, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by AddictedToBavarian

Good luck finding the M3 with that mileage.

It's not impossible but I think that's his budget.

KwlAznKid · 11-08-2012, 05:01 PM

yea and evos and m3s are NOT beaters..

with that said between those two e46 m3 HANDS DOWN

RobLax · 11-08-2012, 05:19 PM

I seriously doubt you're affording any EVO X at that price unless you want super high miles. I'd get an EVO 9.

kdbryce · 11-08-2012, 05:23 PM

don't be foolish.

AddictedToBavarian · 11-08-2012, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by StevenY.

It's not impossible but I think that's his budget.

Lol my bad.

///M3NACE · 11-08-2012, 05:35 PM

Why not buy 2 clean E36 m3s.... low miles reliable and pretty quick.
Or 23 e30s.....

MattMD · 11-08-2012, 05:43 PM

What about an 06 330i?

jeveryday · 11-09-2012, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by EDM92

So a WRX can be a beater but an Evo can't?

OP, the Evo is a track beast. AWD is awesome. It's reliable when left stock, but fixing them isn't cheap like you would expect from a Japanese car. It's also not very attractive in my opinion.

The M3 is sexy as hell. Repairs are expensive, but not much more expensive than the Evo. It won't be as fast as the Evo, but has a nice interior and an absolutely gorgeous exterior.

I'd go for the M3 if you don't plan on tracking the car and you have the funds to fix/maintain it.

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Originally Posted by StevenY.

I'd go with e46 m3, it may have the vanos issue but doesn't the EVO X have that notchy transmission? Also, m3 has a better interior/build quality compared to the EVO X. Up to you but I'd go with the M3.

Thank you for actually answering the question.

jeveryday · 11-09-2012, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by RobLax

I seriously doubt you're affording any EVO X at that price unless you want super high miles. I'd get an EVO 9.

Im not asking you to rationalize my choices or amount. If I had to spend a few extra I will but those are my choices. Just asking for your opinion.

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Originally Posted by AddictedToBavarian

Good luck finding the M3 with that mileage.

What mileage?

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Originally Posted by Verbatim

2006 civics make for nicer beaters
awd, low mpg, high maintenance.... m3s and evos aren't beaters

No thanks on the Civic. Not trying to stray that far away from performance. Anything can be a beater man.

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Originally Posted by ihc95

Please don't buy an M3 or Evo as a beater. Or at least don't refer to them as beaters. For you're needs I'd get an 06-07 WRX.

Stop being over analytical clearly im not "beating up" the car, simply a daily driver. Furthermore, dont see how a WRX can be a beater and an EVO cant by your comparo

Ive changed my phrasing to those offended so deeply

straightcashhomie · 11-09-2012, 06:54 AM

let ur 335 be ur beater

its only a 3 series not a Porsche

hahaha

ihc95 · 11-09-2012, 07:23 AM

I said WRX. I never said anything about an STi, which is a direct competitor to the Evo. What I'm saying is the Evo/STi and M3 are too hardcore for daily drivers. The WRX is more reliable, cheaper, more comfortable etc. and just as modable than those three cars above. You guys need to learn how to read.

Eric335 · 11-09-2012, 07:34 AM

id go with a STI if i were you

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jeveryday Colonel 80 Rep 2,335 Posts Drives: 2012 535i xDrive Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Long Island, New York iTrader: (6)	EVO X or 03-05 M3 Hey fellas, Im looking for an everyday driver around 18K no more than 23K. Which do you think would be better an an everyday driver and yet still be friendly to mod. I realize some answers may be biast but I am looking for some input. I wanted to look into a 03 - 05 M3 or an 08-10 EVO. I wasnt too sure about the M3 because I heard that those models had the VANOS and bearing issues. The issue with the EVO is the lack of truck space and somewhat bare interior. Btw, ive already had 2 335's so im trying to get away from them atleast for a little while. Whats your opinion? Last edited by jeveryday; 11-09-2012 at 06:29 AM..
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ihc95 Major 145 Rep 1,314 Posts Drives: 2021 X3 M40i, 2018 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i Coupe [0.00]	Please don't buy an M3 or Evo as a beater. Or at least don't refer to them as beaters. For you're needs I'd get an 06-07 WRX.
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jolette Hammer_Down!! 58 Rep 663 Posts Drives: e92 M3 6MT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Upstate, NY iTrader: (16)	Both turbo I4, sedan AWD..... Just funny its not ok get an Evo for a daily but a WRX is.
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username604 Colonel 124 Rep 2,554 Posts Drives: bmw Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: repair shop iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [10.00]	2006 civics make for nicer beaters awd, low mpg, high maintenance.... m3s and evos aren't beaters
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StevenY. ///M 227 Rep 2,248 Posts Drives: 10' SG e92 335i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC iTrader: (1)	I'd go with e46 m3, it may have the vanos issue but doesn't the EVO X have that notchy transmission? Also, m3 has a better interior/build quality compared to the EVO X. Up to you but I'd go with the M3.
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AddictedToBavarian My other ride is a Bianchi Infinito 96 Rep 2,767 Posts Drives: Miss my E92 but love my E46 M3 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: North Jersey iTrader: (2)	Good luck finding the M3 with that mileage.
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KwlAznKid Brigadier General 354 Rep 3,036 Posts Drives: BMW/MERCEDES/PORSCHE Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Los Angeles/Fremont USC/UCSD Alum iTrader: (6)	yea and evos and m3s are NOT beaters.. with that said between those two e46 m3 HANDS DOWN __________________ BMW E93 M3 / Mercedes Benz W209 CLK500 BMW E64 650I(sold) / BMW E92 328I(sold) / BMW E46 M3(sold) / BMW E92 335I(sold) Porsche 996 911 C2(sold) / BMW E46 325CI(totaled)
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RobLax New Member 1 Rep 16 Posts Drives: 07' 328xi Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: North Andover, MA iTrader: (0)	I seriously doubt you're affording any EVO X at that price unless you want super high miles. I'd get an EVO 9.
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///M3NACE Banned 168 Rep 3,900 Posts Drives: E36 M3, E36 Vert , E90 N52 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Downers Grove, IL iTrader: (5)	Why not buy 2 clean E36 m3s.... low miles reliable and pretty quick. Or 23 e30s.....
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MattMD E9X > Everything 60 Rep 742 Posts Drives: '22 Corvette Z51 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	What about an 06 330i?
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ihc95 Major 145 Rep 1,314 Posts Drives: 2021 X3 M40i, 2018 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i Coupe [0.00]	I said WRX. I never said anything about an STi, which is a direct competitor to the Evo. What I'm saying is the Evo/STi and M3 are too hardcore for daily drivers. The WRX is more reliable, cheaper, more comfortable etc. and just as modable than those three cars above. You guys need to learn how to read.
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