328i M Sport vs. 135i M Sport - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

RWD4Life · 11-03-2012, 06:57 PM

Hi,

I'm on the fence between the two cars. I would go for the 335i but my budget doesn't allow it.

I don't have any restrictions in terms of space. I like the fact that the F30 is a brand new model but the 4 banger kind of sounds like a diesel especially at idle. On the other side the N55 is an awesome engine but the 135i will probably be replaced in a year or so.
What do you reckon? Thanks!

MaestroAl · 11-03-2012, 07:01 PM

Well ... get the car you want. I know that sounds dead obvious but there's a reason for that

Not buying a car because it might be replaced in a year or so ain't a good way to buy cars because you'll never buy a car unless it's brand new. Sounds to me like you're trying to get someone to talk you out of going for the less practical, more fun 135i and talk you into the more practical, less fun 328i. I'm not that person.

I reckon you want the 135i

Anodite10 · 11-03-2012, 07:06 PM

It seems that you were gunning for the 335i, so just wait for the 235i which has at least the same power as the 335i and still falls in your budget..OR get a used 335i.

BTW, the 328i has a cracker of an engine and should not be overlooked just because of the noise at idle. It's not audible when you're inside (and not that bad from the outside too), which is all that matters

dcg71 · 11-03-2012, 08:08 PM

+1 on the 235i.

Jamesons Viggen · 11-03-2012, 08:25 PM

Drive both.

If I was younger and single I would go 135...my issue on the 1 is I always found the proportions to be awkward.

Reznick · 11-03-2012, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamesons Viggen

Drive both.

If I was younger and single I would go 135...my issue on the 1 is I always found the proportions to be awkward.

+1 on both issues

AWF30 · 11-03-2012, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Anodite10

It seems that you were gunning for the 335i, so just wait for the 235i which has at least the same power as the 335i and still falls in your budget..OR get a used 335i.

BTW, the 328i has a cracker of an engine and should not be overlooked just because of the noise at idle. It's not audible when you're inside (and not that bad from the outside too), which is all that matters

Do not get a used bmw, you have to go ALL THE WAY

lotuselise · 11-03-2012, 11:00 PM

what about a 335 non sport?

hans007 · 11-04-2012, 01:39 AM

you could i suppose try to get a 2012 335i sport, they will probably be fairly cheap soon.

or uh just save up some more money.

RWD4Life · 11-04-2012, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by lotuselise

what about a 335 non sport?

Can't live without sport seats or sport suspensions

RWD4Life · 11-04-2012, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by AWF30

Do not get a used bmw, you have to go ALL THE WAY

I wouldn't but why one shouldn't in your opinion?

RWD4Life · 11-04-2012, 01:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anodite10

It seems that you were gunning for the 335i, so just wait for the 235i which has at least the same power as the 335i and still falls in your budget..OR get a used 335i.

BTW, the 328i has a cracker of an engine and should not be overlooked just because of the noise at idle. It's not audible when you're inside (and not that bad from the outside too), which is all that matters

From what I read, the 2 is due in early 2014. Im not sure I can wait until then.

RWD4Life · 11-04-2012, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MaestroAl

Well ... get the car you want. I know that sounds dead obvious but there's a reason for that

Not buying a car because it might be replaced in a year or so ain't a good way to buy cars because you'll never buy a car unless it's brand new. Sounds to me like you're trying to get someone to talk you out of going for the less practical, more fun 135i and talk you into the more practical, less fun 328i. I'm not that person.

I reckon you want the 135i

Thanks for your opinion mate. It is helpful.

RWD4Life · 11-04-2012, 01:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Jamesons Viggen

Drive both.

If I was younger and single I would go 135...my issue on the 1 is I always found the proportions to be awkward.

I drove the 135 but not even one dealer in MA as a 328 M Sport. I only tried a 328ix which drove like an appliance somehow or maybe it is just me...I am your and single so maybe I should go with the 1.

I see you are from NJ. I hope everything is ok/better after Sandy.

328inGE · 11-04-2012, 02:05 AM

I understand the concern about the 1 series being replaced down the road. the 328i sport is fun but its more of a mature car than the very entertaining 135i. if that's what you prefer and as long as you can get a good deal, I would go 135i.

Dan_335i · 11-04-2012, 02:26 AM

135i for fun and 328i for less fun more luxery. I would go for the 135i for the extra speed and power.

Jamesons Viggen · 11-04-2012, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by RWD4Life

I drove the 135 but not even one dealer in MA as a 328 M Sport. I only tried a 328ix which drove like an appliance somehow or maybe it is just me...I am your and single so maybe I should go with the 1.

I see you are from NJ. I hope everything is ok/better after Sandy.

Xi means base suspension. Driving a Sport will give you a 98% look into driving an M-Sport.

tuned2ride · 11-04-2012, 08:55 AM

I don't WANT to live with a N20 unless there is a performance exhaust.

Jamesons Viggen · 11-04-2012, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by tuned2ride

I don't WANT to live with a N20 unless there is a performance exhaust.

Plenty to choose from. I saw a 20ft lbs gain in tq to the wheels.

NotQuickEnough · 11-04-2012, 11:17 AM

e92 335i jb4 is your answer OP, open your eyes, see the light

F30AM · 11-04-2012, 11:24 AM

The 135i needs to be really fast so that we don't have to gaze on it for too long for obvious reasons.

shutterlife · 11-04-2012, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by tuned2ride

I don't WANT to live with a N20 unless there is a performance exhaust.

But there is a performance exhaust. Just not released yet.

11-03-2012, 06:57 PM	#1
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11-03-2012, 07:01 PM	#2
MaestroAl Major Drives: Superman 330D M Sport Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: UK Posts: 1,195 iTrader: (0)	Well ... get the car you want. I know that sounds dead obvious but there's a reason for that Not buying a car because it might be replaced in a year or so ain't a good way to buy cars because you'll never buy a car unless it's brand new. Sounds to me like you're trying to get someone to talk you out of going for the less practical, more fun 135i and talk you into the more practical, less fun 328i. I'm not that person. I reckon you want the 135i __________________ "Superman 330D M Sport" Estoril Blue / Coral Red 2PF\|ZAP\|ZMP\|ZVI\|2VF\|3AP\|420\|488\|494\|5DC\|688\|6NR IT ARRIVED!

11-03-2012, 08:08 PM	#4
dcg71 Captain Drives: F30 335i Sport BSM Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 740 iTrader: (2)	+1 on the 235i. __________________ ------------------------------ 2012 F30 335i Sapphire Black Sport Line \| ///M Performance Exhaust \| H&R Sport \| ///M Performance 405M Wheels \| ///M Performance Grilles 2006 E92 325i Titan Silver 2000 E46 318i Cosmos Black

11-03-2012, 08:25 PM	#5
Jamesons Viggen Colonel Drives: '98 M Roadster stg 2 S/C Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,045 iTrader: (1)	Drive both. If I was younger and single I would go 135...my issue on the 1 is I always found the proportions to be awkward. __________________ '98 M Roadster stg 2+ S/C @ 13psi +'13 EBII M Sport 328i 6mt BMS stg 1+

11-04-2012, 11:24 AM	#21
F30AM Lieutenant Colonel Drives: F30 330d M Sport Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: London, UK Posts: 1,500 iTrader: (0)	The 135i needs to be really fast so that we don't have to gaze on it for too long for obvious reasons. __________________ SUPERMAN F30 EBII 330d M-Sport/Red Hippo Hide Heated Chairs/18"/Aluminium Hex+Black Trim/Smart Door Mirrors/Cunning Xenons/Clever Suspenders/Electric Back Help/DAB/HK/New Pro Media/Extra Coded Immobiliser/Ciggy Pack/Booty Net/5 Year Service Pack A TRULY WONDERFUL CAR

11-03-2012, 07:06 PM	#3
Anodite10 Second Lieutenant Drives: 2012 F30 320i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Africa Posts: 246 iTrader: (0)	It seems that you were gunning for the 335i, so just wait for the 235i which has at least the same power as the 335i and still falls in your budget..OR get a used 335i. BTW, the 328i has a cracker of an engine and should not be overlooked just because of the noise at idle. It's not audible when you're inside (and not that bad from the outside too), which is all that matters

11-03-2012, 11:00 PM	#8
lotuselise Private Drives: f30 328i Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: HONG KONG Posts: 64 iTrader: (0)	what about a 335 non sport?

11-04-2012, 01:39 AM	#9
hans007 Private First Class Drives: 2013 328i m-sport EBII Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: culver city, ca Posts: 166 iTrader: (0)	you could i suppose try to get a 2012 335i sport, they will probably be fairly cheap soon. or uh just save up some more money.

11-04-2012, 02:05 AM	#15
328inGE Lieutenant Drives: BMW 328i Sport Join Date: May 2007 Location: Germany Posts: 546 iTrader: (0)	I understand the concern about the 1 series being replaced down the road. the 328i sport is fun but its more of a mature car than the very entertaining 135i. if that's what you prefer and as long as you can get a good deal, I would go 135i.

11-04-2012, 02:26 AM	#16
Dan_335i Second Lieutenant Drives: 2013 335i RWD Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: toronto Posts: 269 iTrader: (0)	135i for fun and 328i for less fun more luxery. I would go for the 135i for the extra speed and power.

11-04-2012, 08:55 AM	#18
tuned2ride Second Lieutenant Drives: E90 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Hell Posts: 217 iTrader: (0)	I don't WANT to live with a N20 unless there is a performance exhaust.

11-04-2012, 11:17 AM	#20
NotQuickEnough New Member Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: canada Posts: 28 iTrader: (0)	e92 335i jb4 is your answer OP, open your eyes, see the light

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