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m3 v. 5406spd

 
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Kushco



Joined: 08 Jun 2003
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 08, 2003 4:49 am    Post subject: m3 v. 5406spd Reply with quote

I have it narrowed down to an M3 or 540spd(can't swing the M5. The debate is small size and younger image(me-40's) v. larger size and age. I need votes and thoughts asap.
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rzech



Joined: 03 Feb 2003
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Location: Providence, RI (USA)

PostPosted: Sat Jun 28, 2003 4:22 pm    Post subject: m3 v. 5406spd Reply with quote

I am in a similiar bind. I would go with the 540i/manual trans. if it was my choice. I am 36 yrs. old and have had a lot of 3 series fun, but now I find myself married with two kids. Need the extra room. 7 series too stogdy and big.
Have you driven both M-3 and 540???
It's either pocket rocket or Bahnstormer. Depends on the room you need.
I currently have a 1998 528i. Love it, but just drove a 2002 M-5. Oh my god.....My wife will kill me if I bring up the purchase thoughts. Anyway, good luck and let me know how you make out!
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Kushco



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PostPosted: Sun Jun 29, 2003 5:09 am    Post subject: m3 v. 5406spd Reply with quote

I went with the 540 automatic last week. No regrets. The m3 was just too small and didn't fit my age/profession. I definitly made the right move. The M3 was obviously faster off the line but the 540 is so silky smooth from 30-80. I really don't miss the stick. It does need the automatic trans Dinan download and the horse power Dinan download to step up the off line accelleration.
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