Bye Bye Z

forza370z · 08-12-2012, 11:38 PM

ISF hands down.

forza370z · 08-12-2012, 11:39 PM

Here is my order

1. ISF
2. S5
3. 335i - I wouldn't even look at them on the road. Toooooo many of them!

NYBladeZ · 08-13-2012, 12:27 AM

If you can get an IS-F why not an M3? The IS-F is inferior to the M3, yes its a good car but the M3 is just slightly better in almost all aspects.

dirtrat · 08-13-2012, 01:36 AM

I seriously doubt the BMW has the reliability of the Lexus.

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

If you can get an IS-F why not an M3? The IS-F is inferior to the M3, yes its a good car but the M3 is just slightly better in almost all aspects.

NYBladeZ · 08-13-2012, 09:42 AM

I'd say they are about the same on reliability and you have a full warranty in case something goes wrong. BMW has been producing the M3 for decades whereas Lexus is relatively new to the high performance sport sedan game. I'll take decades of R&D and experience.

owi1kenobi · 08-13-2012, 10:11 AM

I'll go with ISF myself , it's still rare to see one on the road plus the reliability you get from lexus. The 335 is lame looking and too many on the road possibly because its been out since 2007 unless there is an all new 335 on the pipeline.

shadoquad · 08-13-2012, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by dirtrat

I seriously doubt the BMW has the reliability of the Lexus.

I agree, but I'd rather drive the M3. Lexus would put me to sleep. If OP was considering an M3, that's my pick.

But he said he wanted a 335, and in that case my order is

S5
335
ISF

I know the Lexus is probably the best car, but it just doesn't do it for me.

Streetlife · 08-13-2012, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by forza370z

ISF hands down.

gbrettin · 08-13-2012, 11:59 AM

How about BMW M1?

NYBladeZ · 08-13-2012, 12:23 PM

very expensive for what you're getting and hard to find, BMW wanted to keep it exclusive. I've driven on on a few occasions and its a lot of fun and a great car, has the Z beat unfortunately especially with that smooth gearbox. However, good look finding one south of ~$50,000.00.

2011 Nismo#91 · 08-13-2012, 12:35 PM

ISF would be my top pick. Too many people have Audi's these days, especially in my area. Even the S models are common. BMW's used to be like that but Audi has replaced that fad. They are both good brands, its just so many people buy into the hype that they are the only good brands.

My brother had an 04 S4. Nice car he loved it, the only issue was when something broke the part was never instock because his was an S model and had to be special ordered and cost an arm and a leg and took a week to get in. Both the S5 and ISF will have this issue. Long term the BMW may be the better choice.

bigdog1250 · 08-13-2012, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by PG370

Well I don't need a car for a family so that much space is not required. I live in Miami though and going to the beach is a hassle because not even a small cooler fits in the trunk and I like to travel also and can barely fit a suitcase in the trunk.
Having some seats for my friends would be nice as well.

As for what you guys have said about the 335is is true I hate seeing a 3 series EVERYWHERE. I hear the supercharged v6 in the Audi is great I could pull an extra 70-80 hp and torque out of the car easily with a pulley, exhaust, air filter and tune.

The audi's interior is gorgeous, this car will be my dd and I know the Audi will be more comfortable I'm just worried it might not be as fun to drive as the BMW or isF.

The S5 would absolutely be as much fun. All three are great cars, but the Bimmer is definitely at the bottom of that list.

My dad's got an '08 RS4 and that thing is ridiculous. You cant' go wrong with the Audi.

Montez · 08-13-2012, 03:14 PM

335 IS no doubt pretty much a poor mans M3, that DCT transmission is great. That extra horespower and torque vs the normal 335I mid to high range is very noticeable (that extra 7 sec of extra boost mid range is really amazing), but good luck finding one of those as they are very limited and usually sell really fast.

owi1kenobi · 08-13-2012, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Montez

335 IS no doubt pretty much a poor mans M3, that DCT transmission is great. That extra horespower and torque vs the normal 335I mid to high range is very noticeable (that extra 7 sec of extra boost mid range is really amazing), but good luck finding one of those as they are very limited and usually sell really fast.

I guess im poorer than poor cuz i cant even afford a 335i

Montez · 08-13-2012, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by owi1kenobi

I guess im poorer than poor cuz i cant even afford a 335i

Lol

08-13-2012, 12:27 AM	#33 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	If you can get an IS-F why not an M3? The IS-F is inferior to the M3, yes its a good car but the M3 is just slightly better in almost all aspects. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

08-13-2012, 09:42 AM	#35 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	I'd say they are about the same on reliability and you have a full warranty in case something goes wrong. BMW has been producing the M3 for decades whereas Lexus is relatively new to the high performance sport sedan game. I'll take decades of R&D and experience. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

08-13-2012, 12:23 PM	#40 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	very expensive for what you're getting and hard to find, BMW wanted to keep it exclusive. I've driven on on a few occasions and its a lot of fun and a great car, has the Z beat unfortunately especially with that smooth gearbox. However, good look finding one south of ~$50,000.00. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

08-12-2012, 11:38 PM	#31 (permalink)
forza370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: 403 Forbidden Posts: 2,512 Drives: 2009 NISMO 370Z Rep Power: 19	ISF hands down.

08-12-2012, 11:39 PM	#32 (permalink)
forza370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: 403 Forbidden Posts: 2,512 Drives: 2009 NISMO 370Z Rep Power: 19	Here is my order 1. ISF 2. S5 3. 335i - I wouldn't even look at them on the road. Toooooo many of them!

08-13-2012, 10:11 AM	#36 (permalink)
owi1kenobi Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: usa Posts: 100 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 13	I'll go with ISF myself , it's still rare to see one on the road plus the reliability you get from lexus. The 335 is lame looking and too many on the road possibly because its been out since 2007 unless there is an all new 335 on the pipeline.

08-13-2012, 11:59 AM	#39 (permalink)
gbrettin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portage, MI Posts: 2,285 Drives: Tricycle Rep Power: 589151	How about BMW M1?

08-13-2012, 12:35 PM	#41 (permalink)
2011 Nismo#91 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NJ Posts: 2,402 Drives: slowly Rep Power: 40569	ISF would be my top pick. Too many people have Audi's these days, especially in my area. Even the S models are common. BMW's used to be like that but Audi has replaced that fad. They are both good brands, its just so many people buy into the hype that they are the only good brands. My brother had an 04 S4. Nice car he loved it, the only issue was when something broke the part was never instock because his was an S model and had to be special ordered and cost an arm and a leg and took a week to get in. Both the S5 and ISF will have this issue. Long term the BMW may be the better choice.

08-13-2012, 03:14 PM	#43 (permalink)
Montez Track Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Manhattan Beach, Ca Posts: 604 Drives: 16 LEX GS,09 Z,03Max Rep Power: 17	335 IS no doubt pretty much a poor mans M3, that DCT transmission is great. That extra horespower and torque vs the normal 335I mid to high range is very noticeable (that extra 7 sec of extra boost mid range is really amazing), but good luck finding one of those as they are very limited and usually sell really fast.