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      01-28-2018, 07:22 AM   #1
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M240i vs C43 - thoughts?

So I think my next car saga is coming to a close (at least for the next 6 months until I tire of the new car )

I have really tired of my cayman and need a change. I've tried a lot of cars in the last little while but haven't walked away really wanting one, aside from a f type r.

I test drove a m240ixdrive yesterday with the zf 8 speed transmission and was very impressed. The engine is an absolute peach with butttery smooth instant power and torque. The transmission is direct and immediate in its shifts. The compact proportions of the car are perfect.

I really liked the car (I didn't walk away smiling like I did with the ftype, but the f type has been ruled out for practicality considerations).

I am close to placing an order, but the thought crossed my mind that I should perhaps at least compare it to the c43...which is a little pricier but in the same ballpark.

would welcome any thoughts on comparisons of the c43 with the m240i

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      01-28-2018, 08:08 AM   #2
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So I think my next car saga is coming to a close (at least for the next 6 months until I tire of the new car )

I have really tired of my cayman and need a change. I've tried a lot of cars in the last little while but haven't walked away really wanting one, aside from a f type r.

I test drove a m240ixdrive yesterday with the zf 8 speed transmission and was very impressed. The engine is an absolute peach with butttery smooth instant power and torque. The transmission is direct and immediate in its shifts. The compact proportions of the car are perfect.

I really liked the car (I didn't walk away smiling like I did with the ftype, but the f type has been ruled out for practicality considerations).

I am close to placing an order, but the thought crossed my mind that I should perhaps at least compare it to the c43...which is a little pricier but in the same ballpark.

would welcome any thoughts on comparisons of the c43 with the m240i

Yes the F-type is not practical at all but I still bought it. I have other cars to use when practically is important.

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Yes the F-type is not practical at all but I still bought it. I have other cars to use when practically is important.

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I hope someday I will be in a similar position
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They are definitely a nice car, but it does surprise me a little compared to what you've been considering so far.
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Moving from a Cayman S to a 240 sounds like a downgrade. Why not M2?

C43 is a nice car, especially the coupe.
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My cousin has a C43. It's a pretty quick awd car with a mean exhaust note. I found the ride a little stiff but it doesn't seem to bother him. Interior is way nicer than a 2 series.

If I was looking for something nimble and tossable I would get the M2. I know personally I would get bored of a 240i but the M2 not so quickly.
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So I think my next car saga is coming to a close (at least for the next 6 months until I tire of the new car )

I have really tired of my cayman and need a change. I've tried a lot of cars in the last little while but haven't walked away really wanting one, aside from a f type r.

I test drove a m240ixdrive yesterday with the zf 8 speed transmission and was very impressed. The engine is an absolute peach with butttery smooth instant power and torque. The transmission is direct and immediate in its shifts. The compact proportions of the car are perfect.

I really liked the car (I didn't walk away smiling like I did with the ftype, but the f type has been ruled out for practicality considerations).

I am close to placing an order, but the thought crossed my mind that I should perhaps at least compare it to the c43...which is a little pricier but in the same ballpark.

would welcome any thoughts on comparisons of the c43 with the m240i
I liked the M240.. people have uttered M2 in the same breath
and thats a compliment.. I prefer the M2 but the M240i is tight and close behind and I love that B58 engine in a smaller car
so..testdrive the C43 and see for yourself in comparison
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They are definitely a nice car, but it does surprise me a little compared to what you've been considering so far.
  • Automatic
  • Turbo
  • X-drive


I was planning to get a manual but the GF talked me out of it...the 8 speed is pretty good, but I know I will miss manual

the turbo lag is very minimal, probably the least of any turbo I've driven and the engine's overall willing eager smooth and very powerful nature drew me in...it makes my cayman's flat six feel downright...flat

xdrive is so I can drive it year round

I've finally succumbed to the direction of automotive progress...
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Moving from a Cayman S to a 240 sounds like a downgrade. Why not M2?

C43 is a nice car, especially the coupe.
engine wise, the b58 is more eager, smooth and powerful than the flat six in my cayman and in my view is superior to the m2 engine, smoother, more torque and less laggy

also I am not a track guy
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If you are looking at a AWD sport coupes with automatic transmissions, and considering the C43, there is also:

440i
S5
Q60
RC 350 (which has a naturally aspirated V8)

The point being, it is arbitrary to limit yourself to just the C43 when there are a number of other direct competitors.
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If you are looking at a AWD sport coupes with automatic transmissions, and considering the C43, there is also

440i
S5
Q60
RC 350 (which has a naturally aspirated V8)

The point being, it is arbitrary to limit yourself to just the C43 when there are a number of other direct competitors.
I'd take the RC 350 only for the V8.

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I'd take the RC 350 only for the V8.

Cheers
Actually, I messed up there. It’s the RCF with the V8. The RC 350 has the V6.

But either way, it’s still an option if you pony up more coin, and the V8 makes it unique.
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43s will be discontinue within a year or so.
Going forward, Mercedes-AMG will be offering 53s and 63s
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If you are looking at a AWD sport coupes with automatic transmissions, and considering the C43, there is also:

440i
S5
Q60
RC 350 (which has a naturally aspirated V8)

The point being, it is arbitrary to limit yourself to just the C43 when there are a number of other direct competitors.
The bigger size (mainly width) of the cars you list is what made me not consider them...although the NA v8 is attractive
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