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Old 02-05-2009   #1 (permalink)
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My lease on the 55 runs out in about a year so I'm looking at lots of options and was wondering what everyone's choice would be if you had to choose among these three:

1) new c63
2) slightly used m5 /m6
2) new m3 convertible with new double clutch transmision

They would be in the same price range. Can't choose any other cars that's not listed here. Just those three.
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well i would go for the M3 vert since that is the only vert in the list
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well i would go for the M3 vert since that is the only vert in the list
but the insane power of the C63...
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I dont know i test drive the C63 and the E92 M3

I prefer the M3

i am kinda bias as I prefer 2 door

though you cant deny the massive torque and the push you back into the seat feeling of the C63
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M3 - Easy one that
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M3 - Easy one that
yay fellow supporter
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Why has to be only those 3 cars since there are so other nice cars are in this price range now?
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I'd also choose the M3 convert. The C63 is fantastic whenever you unleash the power but the rest of the time, it's just a sedan. The convert is fun even when you're taking it easy.
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I know you said only those 3, but why not another SLK? But I have a buddy with a M6 Conv. and he loves it.
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Yes, another SLK or even continue the lease until the R172 is available. Otherwise, M3 will be the choice...wait the C63 is also very nice....probably need to do a test drive to decide....
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M3 all day long!!
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I only listed 3 because if I didn't then everyone would suggest a different car and we end up with like 50 diferent ones.
I think that m3 is quite appealing right now, with the 4yrs included service, low finacing, etc.
I just wish it sounds like the c63
As for the m5 an m6, I saw a couple on auto trader for 50 to 60k with less than 10k miles...so tempting.
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nothing an aftermarket exhaust cant fix
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My choice would be the M3 convertible (of the 3 choices given). Post some piccies once you've acquired the vehicle.
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C63 AMG, the service supervisor over here says its the best AMG per driving experience.
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C63 or M6.

The convertible 3 series has to be the ugliest thing BMW has put out recently...amazing that only a couple inches of bloat on a beautiful shape (the regular 3 series coupe) can turn the convertible into such an ugly mule.
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I'm in a similar predicament, through no choice of my own though *L*. I've already decided on the C63...when/if my local dealer reopens *sigh*....
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C63 or M6.

The convertible 3 series has to be the ugliest thing BMW has put out recently...amazing that only a couple inches of bloat on a beautiful shape (the regular 3 series coupe) can turn the convertible into such an ugly mule.
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I know you said only those 3, but why not another SLK? But I have a buddy with a M6 Conv. and he loves it.
I think another SLK woudl be great, but it must have: 6.2 engine AND/OR the new Tranmission that's currently in the SL63
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Without any doubts the W204 C63 AMG, its the definitive ride!
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