rx8 too 335i?
07-10-2011, 06:27 PM
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rx8 too 335i?
so i got offered to change car, and the one i choose was 2008 335i. what you guys think?
before i can get it i gotta sell my car.
and idk i really dont like many cars, but bmw
before i can get it i gotta sell my car.
and idk i really dont like many cars, but bmw
07-10-2011, 06:42 PM
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335i are all right, but you'll need to mod it in order to make out stand out. They are everywhere, but with the dinan upgrade they are quick. I'm actually considering a 335 as the next car unless I can find a reasonably priced e92 M3.
07-10-2011, 06:48 PM
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yeah.. i just always feel that with the rx8 u never kno when ur engine will fail and i dont really like that.. and i want a more classy car and its fast also so thats good
07-10-2011, 06:55 PM
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well I've never had any major problems with my RX-8 and I really love its looks... If it had more horse power--100+ over stock-- I believe it would be the only car I would ever want.
07-10-2011, 08:20 PM
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I HATE SPEEDBUMPS!
I've noticed that a few members here are upgrading to a BMW. If it's me, i'll upgrade to a Nissan GT-R. I've always love Japanese cars. The only car that i used to owned that is not Japanese made is the Mercedes Benz C230 coupe. I owned that less that 2 years and i traded that with the rx8. I'm glad i made the switch.
07-10-2011, 10:21 PM
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well you got lucky.. i just dont want somthing to happen on the car that wouldnt be worth fixing.. ive already had to put new rotors and pads, radiator. and new tires in under 3 months.
07-11-2011, 12:18 AM
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my friend had a 335i that he would bring to the track out with us in socal, after 2-3 laps we would have to stop and pull into the pits because the car is overheating, or boost wouldnt kick in, or something or another. He's been to the dealership 10+ times in 2-3 months for various problems that came out of the woodwork when you drive the car hard, eventually he lemoned the car and got himself a nice n simple e30.
07-11-2011, 08:34 AM
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My father has a 2008 335i hard top convertible. It's fantastic! Get the juicebox and you'll be making like 380 hp and tq at the flywheel. Plus, the torque is peak from like 1500 to 5500rpm, just throws you back in your seat. 2008 is good year to get because they still had the twin turbos, which makes getting more power really easy. Just check to see if it has the oil cooler installed, the earlier models did have an issue with overheating.
07-11-2011, 02:20 PM
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my friend had a 335i that he would bring to the track out with us in socal, after 2-3 laps we would have to stop and pull into the pits because the car is overheating, or boost wouldnt kick in, or something or another. He's been to the dealership 10+ times in 2-3 months for various problems that came out of the woodwork when you drive the car hard, eventually he lemoned the car and got himself a nice n simple e30.
but i think i'll keep the 8 or wait for a 04-06 m3
i drove the 335i coupe, and didn't really like it. it was clumpsy and heavy. yes plenty of power, but it's just too heavy for my taste. and the throttle. it's like there's an electronic nanny telling u what NOT to do. i floor it, and it feels like it's pushing me back saying nonononono~ don't do that.
i can't imagine thrashing it around a corner at speed. but i mean, for daily commute, it's a really good car.
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07-12-2011, 04:08 AM
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I've noticed that a few members here are upgrading to a BMW. If it's me, i'll upgrade to a Nissan GT-R. I've always love Japanese cars. The only car that i used to owned that is not Japanese made is the Mercedes Benz C230 coupe. I owned that less that 2 years and i traded that with the rx8. I'm glad i made the switch.
Just one car is hardly enough to judge non-Japanese vehicles. I recently drove a C230 and it's just not an impressive car. It would be like me warning you against getting a GT-R because I was unimpressed from driving a Versa. The 335i and the C230 are very different cars.
The 335i is a very nice car and a few members have been satisfied when buying one to replace the 8. They're definitely different cars, so it kind of comes down to what you're looking for. I'd recommend test driving a 335i and decide if it feels like the car you'd want. If you aren't leaning in that direction, then don't make the trade.
07-12-2011, 05:49 PM
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ALL DEPENDS ON HOW DEEP YOUR WALLET IS once the warranty expires on it. the N54 motor is pretty solid. it's just everything else that comes apart on the car. nothing is cheap on BMWs, maintenance and repairs are ridiculous.
just keep in mind, the high pressure fuel pump on those cars had a recall. even with the recall, i've replaced countless pumps. luckily, bmw has a 10 yr or 100,000 mile extended warranty on the fuel pump. BUT, if you decide to modify the ecu (JB, dinan, active autowork), BMW can detect it and will void.
also, little items on the car like trim, electric actuators, etc. seem to be prone for replacement.
1. window regulators
2. light issues
3. CCC (car communications computer)
4. seat belt retractors
5. door seal creaking noises
6. door handle, steering wheel, center console trims peeling
just some of the most common issues i've had to deal with working on BMWs.
not trying to scare you from purchasing a BMW, but in comparison to the RX8, expect to spend a lot of money. i've had my RX8 since 2004 and i've taken it to the dealer 2 times. (starter/flooding issue and moisture in my taillamp). i had a 2009 135i and within 2 years i had to take it in (worked on it myself :D) for 3 recalls, radio issues, DSC/traction control issues, and a **** ton of rattling/squeaking/clunking noises.
hew, that's the most i've written in years...
just keep in mind, the high pressure fuel pump on those cars had a recall. even with the recall, i've replaced countless pumps. luckily, bmw has a 10 yr or 100,000 mile extended warranty on the fuel pump. BUT, if you decide to modify the ecu (JB, dinan, active autowork), BMW can detect it and will void.
also, little items on the car like trim, electric actuators, etc. seem to be prone for replacement.
1. window regulators
2. light issues
3. CCC (car communications computer)
4. seat belt retractors
5. door seal creaking noises
6. door handle, steering wheel, center console trims peeling
just some of the most common issues i've had to deal with working on BMWs.
not trying to scare you from purchasing a BMW, but in comparison to the RX8, expect to spend a lot of money. i've had my RX8 since 2004 and i've taken it to the dealer 2 times. (starter/flooding issue and moisture in my taillamp). i had a 2009 135i and within 2 years i had to take it in (worked on it myself :D) for 3 recalls, radio issues, DSC/traction control issues, and a **** ton of rattling/squeaking/clunking noises.
hew, that's the most i've written in years...
07-14-2011, 08:34 AM
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why not a 1 series? I know here in Austin the Bmw's don't hold up to our summers very well, I have a friend of mine who does the towing for the local beemer dealership and he says he always gets busier in the hotter months and the beemer's keep him hopping so much he can barely get to towing other vehicles. Funny people mention German quality and such, but then I always hear of problems with VW's and some Porsche's being basket cases, I guess it all depends on who was working that day the car got built 
I'm pretty sure the Rx-8 has more than 100hp stock by the way, unless you're talking about 200hp or something. 
I'm pretty sure the Rx-8 has more than 100hp stock by the way, unless you're talking about 200hp or something.
07-14-2011, 10:48 AM
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Agreed. My friend attempted to do a burnout in his 335d. One wheel burn out in first gear, then iDrive (or whatever they call it) shut the car down on him. Literally stalled it even with the DTC supposedly turned off. With 425 lb-ft of torque stock, it gets quite tail happy.
08-03-2011, 09:57 AM
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I went from a 335i to my RX8. And I'm very happy about it.
Yes, the 335i has more power, 0-60 / 1/4 mile it will kill the RX8, but the RX8 is still a sports car and the 335i is a sport coupe/sedan (whichever one you get). You add turns into the equation and it's obvious which one is the sports car.
Plus BMW's are a pain in the *** to own. They have all sorts of little gremlins that seem to always go wrong and if you aren't under warranty it can get quite expensive. I've had two BMWs and I will probably never buy another one. They're more trouble than what they're worth. I've also had Audis and Mercedes' and those I like. Plus a used 335i - you never know if it was chipped or not and some of the chips are pretty aggressive. I wouldn't want a used one that's been chipped. And BMW puts in too much camber and it wears out the inside walls of the tires. They eat tires. If you do buy one check the inside tire wear. There's a big tire issue with those cars. I speak from experience.
I don't know what RX8 you have, but either keep it or get an R3, and if you need to go faster, I'd seriously look at a 370Z.
Good luck. (you're gonna need it if you go with the 335i)
Yes, the 335i has more power, 0-60 / 1/4 mile it will kill the RX8, but the RX8 is still a sports car and the 335i is a sport coupe/sedan (whichever one you get). You add turns into the equation and it's obvious which one is the sports car.
Plus BMW's are a pain in the *** to own. They have all sorts of little gremlins that seem to always go wrong and if you aren't under warranty it can get quite expensive. I've had two BMWs and I will probably never buy another one. They're more trouble than what they're worth. I've also had Audis and Mercedes' and those I like. Plus a used 335i - you never know if it was chipped or not and some of the chips are pretty aggressive. I wouldn't want a used one that's been chipped. And BMW puts in too much camber and it wears out the inside walls of the tires. They eat tires. If you do buy one check the inside tire wear. There's a big tire issue with those cars. I speak from experience.
I don't know what RX8 you have, but either keep it or get an R3, and if you need to go faster, I'd seriously look at a 370Z.
Good luck. (you're gonna need it if you go with the 335i)