E90 v E92 - price differential

E90 v E92 - price differential

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james22

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62 posts

180 months

Thursday 13th August 2015
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After much to-ing and fro-ing between C63 V M3 I've decided to get back into an M3 (had an E46 many moons ago).

As I only want 1 car and have a small thing called a "child" I need the saloon rather than the coupe. This presents a problem......there are very few of the buggers about (especially with EDC and DCT which is a must for me - and I don't like white cars which makes it even more difficult) and that rarity means you're paying a significant premium over the E92 for the same spec car.

Do you think this price differential will always exist between the two? Is the saloon REALLY more sought after than the coupe!?? Or is this a false inflation which should be taken into consideration on price negotiation on purchase?

ndj

222 posts

221 months

Thursday 13th August 2015
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Supply and demand. Less than 1 in 5 E9x M3's were saloons.

And unique in being the only E90 with an E92 front end (though not 100% identical).

Don't dismiss a non-EDC car if you haven't tried one. The ride is excellent. Similar to an E39 M5 IMO.

james22

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62 posts

180 months

Thursday 13th August 2015
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Appreciate the supply and demand rule but the few of those on the market aren't selling and they're still pricey!

May wait till the depths of winter when no one wants a 400 bhp rear drive car......

Wills2

22,669 posts

174 months

Thursday 13th August 2015
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james22 said:
Appreciate the supply and demand rule but the few of those on the market aren't selling and they're still pricey!
If they aren't selling, then bid them the price you're happy to pay they may say no but might say yes.





bigtime

513 posts

138 months

Thursday 13th August 2015
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ndj said:
Supply and demand. Less than 1 in 5 E9x M3's were saloons.

And unique in being the only E90 with an E92 front end (though not 100% identical).

Don't dismiss a non-EDC car if you haven't tried one. The ride is excellent. Similar to an E39 M5 IMO.
Agree completely.

How old is your child? I've always had coupes and they've never been a problem with kids - they learn to walk when older smile.

james22

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62 posts

180 months

Thursday 13th August 2015
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Only just 1 yrs old (with a 9 yr old for good measure)

I had a coupe with the 9 yr old when she was little and the moaning from management was enough first time round......

I thought the EDC was a "must have" on these cars??

bigtime

513 posts

138 months

Thursday 13th August 2015
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I haven't EDC and doesn't bother me as I find the ride perfect for all round. There's too many settings to fanny on with already lol - Shift speeds, steering, throttle response, MDM and traction control etc. Sometimes you just want to get in and have a good thrash smile

NelsonM3

1,680 posts

170 months

Thursday 13th August 2015
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Sorry I can't help with your search but I love mine biggrin. Definitely worth waiting for over the coupe. Mines on standard suspension and it's great although sometimes I do wish it had 18s. Especially in the winter.






Edited by NelsonM3 on Thursday 13th August 19:31

james22

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62 posts

180 months

Friday 14th August 2015
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Why the wish for 18's Nelson - looks great on 19's?

ndj

222 posts

221 months

Friday 14th August 2015
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Slightly softer ride I guess, but it will be marginal. And they are quite rare.

Back to your original question, the BMW dealer that I purchased my E90 from 3.5 years ago was on the phone a couple of months ago asking to buy it back! And based on a recent trade price from my local BMW dealer I've lost a maximum of £2K in depreciated a year!

Regarding spec I wouldn't listen to any "must have" options rant. Obviously more kit is better but DCT, EDC, wheels, audio, etc are all personal preferences.

I wanted DCT but didn't care about EDC after driving both. Early E90's must be around 7 years old now so buy on condition and history.

Personally I think an LCI E90 looks way more aggressive and purposeful than the coupe... but I'm hardly impartial laugh

ashway

532 posts

164 months

Saturday 15th August 2015
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NelsonM3 said:
Sorry I can't help with your search but I love mine biggrin. Definitely worth waiting for over the coupe. Mines on standard suspension and it's great although sometimes I do wish it had 18s. Especially in the winter.




Edited by NelsonM3 on Thursday 13th August 19:31
I have a set of immaculate genuine BMW 270M 18" wheels shod with Michelin Alpin BMW* marked tyres for sale if you're interested, 7mm of tread on the tyres

Wills2

22,669 posts

174 months

Saturday 15th August 2015
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I had one of the early non EDC cars on 18" wheels, it's a really nice set up I also had a late CP car on 19" with EDC again that was lovely probably better due to the improvements they made to the car and the addition of the CP tweaks but I wouldn't walk past a well price non EDC on 18" as they are nicely set up cars.





I did however put some 19" on that car with PSC+ tyres (well we like to tinker don't we?) but I preferred the look of the 18" if I'm honest suited the car as it was boggo spec but somehow suited not being blinged up.



Edited by Wills2 on Saturday 15th August 11:48

gixermark

742 posts

186 months

Saturday 15th August 2015
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I love my more door m3

It does have edc, but is a manual (which I like) I bought the car on condition/extras/condition I could care less for the edc, never really use it, it's set at 1 red light when the m button is on.. But personally unless tracking them - I don't see a huge benefit for a former ride on uk roads..

I was surprised at the rear room in them - great cars

Tony B2

610 posts

174 months

Sunday 16th August 2015
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Wills2 said:
I had one of the early non EDC cars on 18" wheels, it's a really nice set up I also had a late CP car on 19" with EDC again that was lovely probably better due to the improvements they made to the car and the addition of the CP tweaks but I wouldn't walk past a well price non EDC on 18" as they are nicely set up cars.





I did however put some 19" on that car with PSC+ tyres (well we like to tinker don't we?) but I preferred the look of the 18" if I'm honest suited the car as it was boggo spec but somehow suited not being blinged up.



Edited by Wills2 on Saturday 15th August 11:48
Ah yes, those PSC+ tyres.

Worked out well, as I recall....;-)

Wills2

22,669 posts

174 months

Sunday 16th August 2015
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Yep they worked a treat Mr B, you could say they got me in a 911.

james22

Original Poster:

62 posts

180 months

Monday 17th August 2015
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PSC?

rassi

2,447 posts

250 months

Monday 17th August 2015
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james22 said:
PSC?
(Michelin) Pilot Sport Cup

james22

Original Poster:

62 posts

180 months

Monday 17th August 2015
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Ahhh, the lack of Michelin prefix confused me!

They'll definitely make a difference!

Wills2

22,669 posts

174 months

Monday 17th August 2015
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james22 said:
Ahhh, the lack of Michelin prefix confused me!

They'll definitely make a difference!
Most people just say PSS or PSC/+ but you're right they sure do make a difference just not in the wet:






Edited by Wills2 on Monday 17th August 23:19

jonah35

3,940 posts

156 months

Tuesday 18th August 2015
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The saloon looks worse, almost like a standard 3 series. It has no carbon roof.

The coupe is the sought after one imho.

Can't you just buy a coupe?