370z vs used M3?

sbkim · 02-04-2009, 07:06 AM

Has anyone cross-shoped with a used E92 M3? Perhpas they are not necessarily in the same league based on their MSRP (40s vs 70s for fully loaded) but I have been seeing used 2008 M3's around mid to low 50's. I presume it's only matter of time that they dip into the 40's. In fact, some lucky folks are still picking up new un-titled M3's at high 50's.

So, if you can afford additional $10k on top of fully loaded Z at $40k, would you go for a used M3?

Honestly, I think the Z looks better but there is no denying the prestige and performance of the M3. I know some of you would rather used the $10k on mods, but I like the idea of maintaining factory warranty.

Your thoughts?

TerribleONE · 02-04-2009, 07:07 AM

If you plan on keeping the car 100% stock and arent gonna be hitting the tracks.. id take the M3.

Skaterbasist · 02-04-2009, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by TerribleONE

If you plan on keeping the car 100% stock and arent gonna be hitting the tracks.. id take the M3.

The E92 M3 is just at home at the track as the 370Z is.

The M3, with an exhaust, drop, & wheels =

The M3 will be much more expensive anyhow, unless someone finds a VERY high milage E92 M3. Logically speaking, a 370Z is a better choice for someone looking for a 30k sports car.

sbkim · 02-04-2009, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Skaterbasist

The E92 M3 is just at home at the track as the 370Z is.

The M3, with an exhaust, drop, & wheels =

The M3 will be much more expensive anyhow, unless someone finds a VERY high milage E92 M3. Logically speaking, a 370Z is a better choice for someone looking for a 30k sports car.

I guess that was my point - if you look at a fully loaded Z, it's pretty close to price of a used M3. I am looking at a fully loaded Z which seems to top at $40k. I am pretty sure I can pick up a used M3 (under 10k miles) for very low $50's. I bet if you wait a little, you can get one for high 40s.

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G&M Performance · 02-04-2009, 10:22 AM

Keep the Z if you intend to mod and track. Otherwise, buy the M3 and have the money whores chase you around.

sbkim · 02-04-2009, 10:33 AM

LOL - money whores. I dont' know what's worse teenie boopers or money whores.

G&M Performance · 02-04-2009, 11:13 AM

Sometimes that can be a 2 in 1 deal!

bossman · 02-04-2009, 01:31 PM

what are teenie boopers haha

alefcole · 02-04-2009, 01:38 PM

Buy yourself the Z, you don't deserve the M3. Besides the Z is better looking right??.

sbkim · 02-04-2009, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by alefcole

Buy yourself the Z, you don't deserve the M3. Besides the Z is better looking right??.

Who are you to tell me what I don't deserve?

Paradox · 02-04-2009, 06:17 PM

Buy a used M3, do it!!!

smurfblu13 · 02-04-2009, 07:14 PM

Here is one point in your decision. Do you plan to mod whichever vehicle you choose. If so be prepared to spend an insane amount of money to get very minimal gains out of the S65. If you go any form of F/I it'll be well into the XX,XXX figures. The M is probably more at home on the track then the Z is but again cost in tracking them will be higher in the M too. Both are great cars but I agree with the whole used aspect. People don't buy sports cars to drive them in a non aggressive manor, so with the used M if thats the route you wanna go, get a PPI done and make sure the after break-in inspection was completed. Good luck with whatever you choose, both cars would be fun cars to have.

alefcole · 02-05-2009, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by sbkim

Who are you to tell me what I don't deserve?

sbkim,.... I AM YOUR FATHER..........

smurfblu13 · 02-05-2009, 02:37 PM

I think you will have a real challenge finding an e92 for the price range and even if you do I would def be a little skeptical. I could see if it was an e90 but finding the coupe that cheap sounds a little odd. But again if you find one just get a PPI and if everything checks out then you got a great deal on an even better car.

G&M Performance · 02-04-2009, 02:17 PM

Edited my own post... No need to start a post war. Sigh....

02-04-2009, 07:06 AM	#1 (permalink)
sbkim Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: nj Posts: 177 Drives: RRSC Rep Power: 17	370z vs used M3? Has anyone cross-shoped with a used E92 M3? Perhpas they are not necessarily in the same league based on their MSRP (40s vs 70s for fully loaded) but I have been seeing used 2008 M3's around mid to low 50's. I presume it's only matter of time that they dip into the 40's. In fact, some lucky folks are still picking up new un-titled M3's at high 50's. So, if you can afford additional $10k on top of fully loaded Z at $40k, would you go for a used M3? Honestly, I think the Z looks better but there is no denying the prestige and performance of the M3. I know some of you would rather used the $10k on mods, but I like the idea of maintaining factory warranty. Your thoughts?

02-04-2009, 06:17 PM	#11 (permalink)
Paradox Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: LA Posts: 62 Drives: 05 G35 IP 6MT Rep Power: 201	Buy a used M3, do it!!! __________________ Current: 05 IP G35C 6MT

02-04-2009, 02:17 PM	#15 (permalink)
G&M Performance Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 425 Drives: LS3 Genesis Coupe Rep Power: 228	Edited my own post... No need to start a post war. Sigh.... Last edited by G&M Performance; 02-04-2009 at 02:35 PM.

02-04-2009, 07:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
TerribleONE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 10,203 Drives: WOT Rep Power: 5851	If you plan on keeping the car 100% stock and arent gonna be hitting the tracks.. id take the M3.

02-04-2009, 10:22 AM	#5 (permalink)
G&M Performance Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 425 Drives: LS3 Genesis Coupe Rep Power: 228	Keep the Z if you intend to mod and track. Otherwise, buy the M3 and have the money whores chase you around.

02-04-2009, 10:33 AM	#6 (permalink)
sbkim Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: nj Posts: 177 Drives: RRSC Rep Power: 17	LOL - money whores. I dont' know what's worse teenie boopers or money whores.

02-04-2009, 11:13 AM	#7 (permalink)
G&M Performance Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 425 Drives: LS3 Genesis Coupe Rep Power: 228	Sometimes that can be a 2 in 1 deal!

02-04-2009, 01:31 PM	#8 (permalink)
bossman Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Hawaii Posts: 169 Drives: 04 Xterra SE 4X4 S/C Rep Power: 0	what are teenie boopers haha

02-04-2009, 01:38 PM	#9 (permalink)
alefcole Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SJ Posts: 709 Drives: 2011 Black ZCP E92M3 Rep Power: 18	Buy yourself the Z, you don't deserve the M3. Besides the Z is better looking right??.

02-04-2009, 07:14 PM	#12 (permalink)
smurfblu13 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: PA Posts: 2,584 Drives: cars Rep Power: 381	Here is one point in your decision. Do you plan to mod whichever vehicle you choose. If so be prepared to spend an insane amount of money to get very minimal gains out of the S65. If you go any form of F/I it'll be well into the XX,XXX figures. The M is probably more at home on the track then the Z is but again cost in tracking them will be higher in the M too. Both are great cars but I agree with the whole used aspect. People don't buy sports cars to drive them in a non aggressive manor, so with the used M if thats the route you wanna go, get a PPI done and make sure the after break-in inspection was completed. Good luck with whatever you choose, both cars would be fun cars to have.

02-05-2009, 02:37 PM	#14 (permalink)
smurfblu13 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: PA Posts: 2,584 Drives: cars Rep Power: 381	I think you will have a real challenge finding an e92 for the price range and even if you do I would def be a little skeptical. I could see if it was an e90 but finding the coupe that cheap sounds a little odd. But again if you find one just get a PPI and if everything checks out then you got a great deal on an even better car.