335is or 535mport - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Matts335coupe · 12-25-2012, 09:10 AM

I am torn. I know these are two totally different cars, but I am torn between which one to get.

I have a 335is on order. It comes in in 3-4 weeks, which means I will have to rent a car until it arrives. Or I can get a new loaded 535i Msport, Nav eveything for a 24 month lease for only 636.00 a month tax in sign and drive not a dime out of pocket 10k miles. The 335is 669 for 39 months.

I have always had coupes, my only concern is trying to get out of my 335is in a year or so when the new 4 coupe comes out that I want. I am sure I could have someone easily assume the lease on my 535 for that price.

Not sure which direction to go.

Manny_World · 12-25-2012, 11:34 AM

F10 535i if I was in your shoes.

tizzyd · 12-25-2012, 11:53 AM

i own an 11 335i coupe, and over this winter break I have been driving a 535i xDrive M-Sport....and im in love with it. Completely different cars, but at this point, the E92 is becoming outdated. Get the F10, you'll love it. But, if you are looking for the old BMW driving experience, you might be let down as the steering in the 535i is not as crisp as the E92. But, you can get a 535 xDrive, which has hydraulic steering instead of the electric steering on the 535i...helps a little.

Matts335coupe · 12-25-2012, 11:58 AM

I also love driving a manual and the 535 is auto ,but the 335is is manual.

theriz · 12-25-2012, 11:59 AM

is

PR3CI5N · 12-25-2012, 12:08 PM

The 5 series is a great looking car but it's a little big for my taste. I'd go IS

dr335is · 12-25-2012, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Matts335coupe

I also love driving a manual and the 535 is auto ,but the 335is is manual.

You have your answer.
My IS is my first non MT, and definitely the last...

Matts335coupe · 12-25-2012, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by dr335is

You have your answer.
My IS is my first non MT, and definitely the last...

Really? I was considering the DCT, but ended up ordering the 6MT, you don't like the DCT?

dr335is · 12-25-2012, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Matts335coupe

Really? I was considering the DCT, but ended up ordering the 6MT, you don't like the DCT?

I would not say i dont like it...
I just prefer the MT and was hoping this could be a fun alternative to it, especially with the dallas traffic....
It is smooth, fast, precise, boring and nothing like the MT....

If you like the MT, get the MT!

Matts335coupe · 12-25-2012, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr335is

I would not say i dont like it...
I just prefer the MT and was hoping this could be a fun alternative to it, especially with the dallas traffic....
It is smooth, fast, precise, boring and nothing like the MT....

If you like the MT, get the MT!

If I get the 335is, I am def getting the MT. I just don't keep cars very long and know there is a new coupe on the horizon and could get a sick deal on a short term lease on a 5, I also realize the 335is is not your ordinary 3 series coup and we may never see the N54 motor again.

dr335is · 12-25-2012, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matts335coupe

If I get the 335is, I am def getting the MT. I just don't keep cars very long and know there is a new coupe on the horizon and could get a sick deal on a short term lease on a 5, I also realize the 335is is not your ordinary 3 series coup and we may never see the N54 motor again.

The problem with the manual, especially not keeping it for long, is the resale. They will rape you if you try to trade in.
Therefore, the lease is way to go with you...
Go for the MT. I drove the F10 MT (2.0d) in europe and it was great...

tizzyd · 12-25-2012, 04:46 PM

My car is a 6MT, and I think the 8spd auto is pretty fantastic...

Matts335coupe · 12-25-2012, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr335is

The problem with the manual, especially not keeping it for long, is the resale. They will rape you if you try to trade in.
Therefore, the lease is way to go with you...
Go for the MT. I drove the F10 MT (2.0d) in europe and it was great...

If I get the 535 it is an Auto, there are no 6mt's around.

Alan l. · 12-25-2012, 04:53 PM

The two cars can't be anymore different.

Big vs. small
Quiet cruiser vs. loud canyon carver
4100lbs vs 3600lbs?

I use to have a modded up 335Msport 6MT and now a 535xi Msport SAT. Two very very different cars for different purposes. It comes down to what you need/want from a car.

My F10 handles decently well for that size car but make no mistake you aren't going to win any auto crossing events with it no matter what you do to it. If comfort, size and refinement is your thing then choose the F10. If you want something very sporty, nimble and fun to drive then go with the IS.

Alan

parky1215 · 12-25-2012, 06:46 PM

I would get f32 after your 39 month lease on 335is is over. That way you get 2nd or 3rd year model f32 which will have many things fixed by then.
I would not want to get first model year car from any manufacturer.

Raja Ventureshield · 12-26-2012, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alan l.

The two cars can't be anymore different.

Big vs. small
Quiet cruiser vs. loud canyon carver
4100lbs vs 3600lbs?

I use to have a modded up 335Msport 6MT and now a 535xi Msport SAT. Two very very different cars for different purposes. It comes down to what you need/want from a car.

My F10 handles decently well for that size car but make no mistake you aren't going to win any auto crossing events with it no matter what you do to it. If comfort, size and refinement is your thing then choose the F10. If you want something very sporty, nimble and fun to drive then go with the IS.

Alan

lol @ canyon carver.

Alan l. · 12-26-2012, 12:35 PM

^^ trust me compared to the F10 the 335is is a canyon carver in comparison.

gunsekun · 12-26-2012, 02:48 PM

If you are only driving for a year, I would get a CPO 911.... they don;t lose value like the BMW

riM3 · 12-27-2012, 02:45 PM

How about a lease on 335i M-Sport Performance Edition for 23 months, sub-$600/a month w/ less than 10,000 miles?

Best of both!

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=777784

dlbrooks18 · 12-27-2012, 03:01 PM

Just wait for the new 4 coupe..

Liquid2.0T · 12-27-2012, 03:44 PM

What dealer is giving you such a deal on the 535i?

KwlAznKid · 12-27-2012, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Liquid2.0T

What dealer is giving you such a deal on the 535i?

all of em

my boss just returned his e60 535i (lease) and got a f10 535i, he put 1400 down and got monthly payments just shy of 600, fully loaded 535i, m-sport package and all. this is at creviar bmw in orange county (24 month lease as well i believe)

12-25-2012, 09:10 AM	#1
Matts335coupe Captain Drives: 2013 335is coupe 6MT on order Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 744 iTrader: (0)	335is or 535mport I am torn. I know these are two totally different cars, but I am torn between which one to get. I have a 335is on order. It comes in in 3-4 weeks, which means I will have to rent a car until it arrives. Or I can get a new loaded 535i Msport, Nav eveything for a 24 month lease for only 636.00 a month tax in sign and drive not a dime out of pocket 10k miles. The 335is 669 for 39 months. I have always had coupes, my only concern is trying to get out of my 335is in a year or so when the new 4 coupe comes out that I want. I am sure I could have someone easily assume the lease on my 535 for that price. Not sure which direction to go.
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12-25-2012, 11:34 AM	#2
Manny_World EuroSquad Drives: e92 335i, e34 525i & e60 530i Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Las Vegas Posts: 1,754 iTrader: (10) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [4.00] 2007 BMW 530i [4.33] 1994 BMW 525i [0.00]	F10 535i if I was in your shoes. __________________ Cobb\|Macht Schnell DP & Stud Conversion Kit\|ER FMIC & CP\|aFe DCI\|HKS SSQV 4 BOV\|Muffler Delete\| Bilstein PSS9 coilovers\|StopTech Power Slotted Rotors\| StopTech Ceramic Pads\| StopTech SS Lines\|BMW Perfor. SSK\|HRE 840\|OSS Designs\|CF Vented Hood\|M3 Spoiler\|Cusco Strut Bar\| MagnaFlow 4in Tips\|ACS Pedals\|All weather Mats \|Muteki Bolts\| M3 Hood Struts\|BMW All Weather Mats

12-25-2012, 11:53 AM	#3
tizzyd Lieutenant Drives: 2011 E92 335i 6MT M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 458 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335i Coupe [4.25]	i own an 11 335i coupe, and over this winter break I have been driving a 535i xDrive M-Sport....and im in love with it. Completely different cars, but at this point, the E92 is becoming outdated. Get the F10, you'll love it. But, if you are looking for the old BMW driving experience, you might be let down as the steering in the 535i is not as crisp as the E92. But, you can get a 535 xDrive, which has hydraulic steering instead of the electric steering on the 535i...helps a little. __________________ Current: 2011 335i Coupe, AW/Saddle, 6MT M-Sport. Mods: BMW Perf. Exhaust, BMW Perf. Power Kit, 19" BMW Performance Style 269 w/ Michelin PSS, painted reflectors, Tint (35% Front, 20% Rear) Ex: 2008 E92 328xi Black Saph./Coral Red 6MT ZSP ZPP

12-25-2012, 11:58 AM	#4
Matts335coupe Captain Drives: 2013 335is coupe 6MT on order Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 744 iTrader: (0)	I also love driving a manual and the 535 is auto ,but the 335is is manual. __________________ 2013 BMW 335is Coupe AW/CR 6MT 2012 BMW 335 coupe ( Sold) 2012 Audi S5 coupe( Sold) 2010 BMW 335i coupe( Sold) 2009 BMW 335i coupe ( Sold)

12-25-2012, 12:08 PM	#6
PR3CI5N need4speed Drives: 2010 E90 M 335i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 952 iTrader: (8)	The 5 series is a great looking car but it's a little big for my taste. I'd go IS __________________ PERFORMANCE: JB4 G5 ISO, DCI, BMW performance exhaust, BMS 3" catless downpipes, H&R sport springs, Koni yellow shocks...E-85 COSMETICS: CF performance diffuser, CF kidney grille, CF wrapped interior, CF 335i, CF license plate frame, 12mm BMS spacers front/rear, Rear fenders rolled, Mtec white LED angel eyes, GP Thunder white fogs, Clear reflectors, Blacked out roundels

12-25-2012, 11:59 AM	#5
theriz Colonel Drives: 335i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ventura County, CA Posts: 2,813 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335i M-Sport [2.00] 2009 X5 [5.00]	is

12-25-2012, 04:46 PM	#12
tizzyd Lieutenant Drives: 2011 E92 335i 6MT M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 458 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335i Coupe [4.25]	My car is a 6MT, and I think the 8spd auto is pretty fantastic... __________________ Current: 2011 335i Coupe, AW/Saddle, 6MT M-Sport. Mods: BMW Perf. Exhaust, BMW Perf. Power Kit, 19" BMW Performance Style 269 w/ Michelin PSS, painted reflectors, Tint (35% Front, 20% Rear) Ex: 2008 E92 328xi Black Saph./Coral Red 6MT ZSP ZPP

12-25-2012, 04:53 PM	#14
Alan l. Brigadier General Drives: M-Sport 535xi Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: New York Posts: 3,672 iTrader: (8)	The two cars can't be anymore different. Big vs. small Quiet cruiser vs. loud canyon carver 4100lbs vs 3600lbs? I use to have a modded up 335Msport 6MT and now a 535xi Msport SAT. Two very very different cars for different purposes. It comes down to what you need/want from a car. My F10 handles decently well for that size car but make no mistake you aren't going to win any auto crossing events with it no matter what you do to it. If comfort, size and refinement is your thing then choose the F10. If you want something very sporty, nimble and fun to drive then go with the IS. Alan __________________ Current - 2013 N55 535xi Msport SAT Retired - 2009 N54 335i Msport 6MT Retired - 2000 M52TU 323i ASA Supercharged 5MT More Photos of my car here

12-25-2012, 06:46 PM	#15
parky1215 First Lieutenant Drives: 2011 335is Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Claremont, CA Posts: 381 iTrader: (5)	I would get f32 after your 39 month lease on 335is is over. That way you get 2nd or 3rd year model f32 which will have many things fixed by then. I would not want to get first model year car from any manufacturer. __________________ 2011 AW 335is DCT GIAC Custom Tune : Cyba Air Scoop : BMS DCI : ER FMIC Full Kit with Tial BOV : AR Catted DP : Modified 335is Exhaust : M3 Front Sway Bar : HD Swaybar Endlink : Eibach Pro Spring/Shock : Koni Yellow : R1.Concepts Premium Rotors : Porterfield R4S Pads : 10/12mm spacers : BMW CF Spoiler

12-26-2012, 12:35 PM	#17
Alan l. Brigadier General Drives: M-Sport 535xi Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: New York Posts: 3,672 iTrader: (8)	^^ trust me compared to the F10 the 335is is a canyon carver in comparison. __________________ Current - 2013 N55 535xi Msport SAT Retired - 2009 N54 335i Msport 6MT Retired - 2000 M52TU 323i ASA Supercharged 5MT More Photos of my car here

12-26-2012, 02:48 PM	#18
gunsekun Banned Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: your mom's Posts: 714 iTrader: (0)	If you are only driving for a year, I would get a CPO 911.... they don;t lose value like the BMW

12-27-2012, 02:45 PM	#19
riM3 First Lieutenant Drives: E92 ZCP M3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: New England Posts: 332 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW M3 [0.00]	How about a lease on 335i M-Sport Performance Edition for 23 months, sub-$600/a month w/ less than 10,000 miles? Best of both! http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=777784

12-27-2012, 03:01 PM	#20
dlbrooks18 Brigadier General Drives: e90 335i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,192 iTrader: (2)	Just wait for the new 4 coupe.. __________________ 2008 E90 335

12-27-2012, 03:44 PM	#21
Liquid2.0T Private First Class Drives: E92 335i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 111 iTrader: (0)	What dealer is giving you such a deal on the 535i?

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