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Reedo302 · 07-14-2008, 01:44 PM

The E90 is getting the facelift for next year, so you may be able to get into one for cheap. The 335i and 535i both have 0.9% APR finance rates right now through BMW.

The 335i is the most economical. You'll get the best gas mileage and you'll still have the back seat. If you enjoy tuning, the 335i has the most number of available parts. The 335i still gets to 60 in around 5 seconds, even in steptronic. The ZF automatic is leaps and bounds beyond the previous Getrag transmission.

The 535i is a good comfort option. It's bigger and beefier with lots of comfort. It's not as economical as the 335i due to the increased weight, and it's also a little bit slower. The car will be much more comfortable to drive, and the Steptronic on that car has that really sweet shifting stick. It's going to be the best option for toting around a kid due to the larger cabin space. You can still tune this car, but it has the fewest options available.

The E90 M3 is your sporty option. The Sedan has very similar stats to the coupe, and it's very sexy looking since it has the coupe front end. The specs for interior and options are about the same as the 335i, so the only difference would be the power and transmission choices. The M3 comes in the 6MT, and also the M-DCT transmission. If you need something that's easier to use that a manual for the wife, the M-DCT is the best option. The thing you need to take into account is that the M3 has the worst fuel economy and is going to be jerky and stiff in the ride quality. That's probably going to upset the baby.

All in all, I think the 335i is your best option. You'll get the best fuel economy, and it'll be smooth. The 535i is heavy and just as expensive as the M3. If you desire more power, you can get a Dinan or AA tune with exhaust and other goodies. Just be sure to get it with the sports package.

07-14-2008, 01:44 PM	#2
Reedo302 E90Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Anoka, MN Posts: 169	The E90 is getting the facelift for next year, so you may be able to get into one for cheap. The 335i and 535i both have *0.9% APR* finance rates right now through BMW. The 335i is the most economical. You'll get the best gas mileage and you'll still have the back seat. If you enjoy tuning, the 335i has the most number of available parts. The 335i still gets to 60 in around 5 seconds, even in steptronic. The ZF automatic is leaps and bounds beyond the previous Getrag transmission. The 535i is a good comfort option. It's bigger and beefier with lots of comfort. It's not as economical as the 335i due to the increased weight, and it's also a little bit slower. The car will be much more comfortable to drive, and the Steptronic on that car has that really sweet shifting stick. It's going to be the best option for toting around a kid due to the larger cabin space. You can still tune this car, but it has the fewest options available. The E90 M3 is your sporty option. The Sedan has very similar stats to the coupe, and it's very sexy looking since it has the coupe front end. The specs for interior and options are about the same as the 335i, so the only difference would be the power and transmission choices. The M3 comes in the 6MT, and also the M-DCT transmission. If you need something that's easier to use that a manual for the wife, the M-DCT is the best option. The thing you need to take into account is that the M3 has the worst fuel economy and is going to be jerky and stiff in the ride quality. That's probably going to upset the baby. All in all, I think the 335i is your best option. You'll get the best fuel economy, and it'll be smooth. The 535i is heavy and just as expensive as the M3. If you desire more power, you can get a Dinan or AA tune with exhaust and other goodies. Just be sure to get it with the sports package.