or simply buy two rx8s

 

Besides the fact that the M3 you're opting for has the worst possible color for a M3, get it if you can afford the maintenance. 1 year / 28k km is nothing for a BMW if it was treated properly.

I love my 8, but I have to admit that the M3 is a different league ...

 

SO TRUE! The subsequent M3s just got heavier and more street-oriented.

 

I owned a BMW prior to my RX-8. Last year, I spent $3k on maintenance for a car that I bought new in 1998. A few months ago, the drivers power window "failed" to the tune of $500 for parts and labor. With only 70k miles on the car, I never considered a power window to be a wear and tear item. Yet, there I was.

BMW delivers a fantastic driving experience and sublime handling. A test drive of the RX-8 converted me. Prior to my RX-8 test drive, I hardly considered the notion of owning a Japanese car. Since making the swap, I really couldn't be happier with the car.

If you're going to get the BMW, I hope that you've got yourself started on good career! Haha

 

I would go with the M3, drive it for a couple of years, and sell it when the warranty runs out. Then I would see what is available in the Rx lineup in late 2006 or so. The only mitigating circumstance could/would be the ownership costs of BMW M power---insurance and service. I know I am not adding anything new to the conversation, but I thought I would just add another voice.

 

IIRC, Top Gear's track tests of the RX-8 and M3 resulted in identical times. Of course, track conditions, course shape, and driver skill are all unaccounted-for variables here, but still, it's interesting to note.

 

in my opinion.... i think u should 1st try to get the best price u can on an 8... and just dot' add too much option... and use the left over $$ for after market parts.... then it'll be a SWEET ride.... :D

but again... if u got the $$ for maintenace and insurance... then ya... FOR SURE go for the M3

 

man.... u sure have NEVER driven a SMG.... they are as FAST as any manuel out there.... wait... didn't this guy "shelleys_man_06" HATE Drifting also?? umm... thoughts****

 

M3 is probly one of the only cars that I would trade my RX7 TT for. If I had an RX8, I'd trade it in a second.

 

Heres my cousins ///M3......

Do yourself a favor and get this car.Fun to drive and a BEAST on the road.You wont regret it....

check out www.e46fanatics.com if you havnt alread.

 

next.....

 

^^ wow, thats a nice car. I love the BMW white, hell, I love white period. Looks so good at night. Although, I could do without the red leather, but its growing on me. Plus, I am canadian so i guess its patriotic.

 

Get the M3. I doubt you'll regret it.

 

Don't try it Shig.... you pay all that money for it and then try to tinker with it yourself????? ..... thats not a civic eh

 

I AM OUTRAGED!! I have never and would never own a honda civic, or anything in a similar range!!! :D

but seriously, I grew up working on cars/trucks/bikes/tractors. There isnt too much we (my father and I) cant do in the shop.

 

Buzzword.....
My current M3 is a '98 and I've had similar experiences.....just went through BMW's inspection 2 on the car and it cost me a few thousand dollars (who ever heard of a car that is designed to have front control arms replaced on a life-cycle??). Nevertheless, I love the car each and every time I drive it!
Ironically I spend less on maintenance on my GT-3 rotary racer than I do on my M3!!

 

What a bunch of traitors.

 

According to many german car owners I have talked to, they feel that their cars perform well but are expensive to service and repair. After the 5th year of ownership things get real expensive.
Your 8 isnt solid and well crafted? Mazda are econo cars?
Huh?
Do you have a drug addiction or something?

 

My Dad has an '02 M3 conv. Laguna Seca Blue, 6 Speed. Approx. 10,000 mi.

I love my car but I would trade him any day of the week.

 

More like I'd never buy an SMG because I like clutching. Although the actual transmission is different, the idea is the same with the Porsche Tiptronic (sp?) and the unit I have on my S-Wagon (P5). I hate it. I want a freaking clutch and the good ol' double H pattern. Screw that tip forward and backward crap. So what if it's faster? I feel less connected to the car. NG for me.

 

haha, this thread is old. Already bought the car, drove the car, didn't really like the car, sold the car, buying a P car :D

 

the m3 is the benchmark of FR vehicles much respect, and very well should be, great power, great handling and great balance. Just can't afford one :p. If I could it would be my daily driver and the rx8 be my weekend warrior.

 

yo man is ur friend still selling his M3? or is it gone? i might be intrested

 

I bought it and then sold it too a freind of mine. He has no intentions to sell it that I know of.