C4S vs e46 M3
#31
04-07-2007, 01:32 AM
Originally Posted by riverflyer
Hey all, thanks for some well thought out responses. Very valuable and way helpful. In the end, I think the space and practical nature of the M3 wins out for me. I found one that is a Dinan S2 car, with JRZ coilovers and with 3.91 gearing which will drop the torque band into the sweet spot for the local roads.
It also has brembo bbk and a ton of other really tasty mods. I know the c4s would be a sharper tool for the twisties but I am hoping the JRZ Dinan setup will bring the M3 close and bottom line, if I want to carve it up I am blessed to have even sharper tools in the garage.
So practicality(with a twist) won out!
It also has brembo bbk and a ton of other really tasty mods. I know the c4s would be a sharper tool for the twisties but I am hoping the JRZ Dinan setup will bring the M3 close and bottom line, if I want to carve it up I am blessed to have even sharper tools in the garage.
So practicality(with a twist) won out!
As i mentioned a million times, the M3 is put on the backburner to MANY who have not experienced them firsthand, such a well rounded useable car, which you can take out on the late night and have SO MUCH FUN in, twisties or straights
#32
04-07-2007, 01:53 AM
Originally Posted by riverflyer
I have not really made much effort to sell it so took it to the Bay area for consignment. Not real happy with their work so far and am thinking about bringing it home and really putting an effort into it. Heres a link to an ad that has all the info on the car and if you or anyone is interested and able, shoot me an email or pm. Its special in that its light weight and has less restrictive breathing than US cars.
http://www.ferrarichat.com/ferrariad...&cat=11&page=4
Mods, if its not cool linking another site
, excuse me and please just remove the link and anyone interested can pm me for details.
http://www.ferrarichat.com/ferrariad...&cat=11&page=4
Mods, if its not cool linking another site
, excuse me and please just remove the link and anyone interested can pm me for details.
#33
04-07-2007, 01:59 AM
Originally Posted by iLLM3
OHHH MAN that is gorgeous!! Listen to me, the M3 will over exceed your expectations even with your collection already, BELIEVE ME.. I have a stock M3, driven tons of them, mildy modded, then a fully track setup sc'd M3.. Even putting basic coilovers into the car with a bad aligngment makes the car a blast and amazing handling, as funny as it sounds believe me, they take well to suspension mods and gears, pullies and so on...
As i mentioned a million times, the M3 is put on the backburner to MANY who have not experienced them firsthand, such a well rounded useable car, which you can take out on the late night and have SO MUCH FUN in, twisties or straights
As i mentioned a million times, the M3 is put on the backburner to MANY who have not experienced them firsthand, such a well rounded useable car, which you can take out on the late night and have SO MUCH FUN in, twisties or straights
#34
04-07-2007, 02:40 AM
Originally Posted by riverflyer
Hey all, thanks for some well thought out responses. Very valuable and way helpful. In the end, I think the space and practical nature of the M3 wins out for me. I found one that is a Dinan S2 car, with JRZ coilovers and with 3.91 gearing which will drop the torque band into the sweet spot for the local roads.
It also has brembo bbk and a ton of other really tasty mods. I know the c4s would be a sharper tool for the twisties but I am hoping the JRZ Dinan setup will bring the M3 close and bottom line, if I want to carve it up I am blessed to have even sharper tools in the garage.
So practicality(with a twist) won out!
It also has brembo bbk and a ton of other really tasty mods. I know the c4s would be a sharper tool for the twisties but I am hoping the JRZ Dinan setup will bring the M3 close and bottom line, if I want to carve it up I am blessed to have even sharper tools in the garage.
So practicality(with a twist) won out!
p.s. your 00 360 is beautiful....one day I'll get my mitts on one of those (better looking than the 430 IMO).
Congrats!
#35
04-07-2007, 03:23 AM
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: north coast of california
Posts: 1,238
Rep Power: 79 
Originally Posted by DimNSlow
Hey, is ur username Riverflyer on Fcat as well? Is the M3 a florida car?
This car was from 1/2 florida, 1/2 ny, but I did post in the Florida section asking if someone could take a look at a car for me. The Dr. who owned it turned out to be very full of himself and I got a bad feeling. May sound corny but when I buy or sell a car I hope to make a lasting connection with a fellow enthusiast and am not interested in chasing cars owned by the self rightous.
Thanks gents for the props for the new ride. It is a perfect setup for my needs I think.
As far as the 360 goes, she is a beaut and a rocket. Fastest 360 in the area according to F shop owner who has driven them all. Hope to find a really good new home soon.
Martin, btw, when does the 3 roll in?
Last edited by riverflyer; 04-07-2007 at 03:26 AM.
#36
04-07-2007, 11:38 AM
C4S is way more expensive than an E46 M3, you can buy a preowned 996TT.. i bet the C4S will keep it's value better though..
if budget is an issue, then i'd go with the M3..
if budget is an issue, then i'd go with the M3..
#37
04-07-2007, 09:02 PM
Originally Posted by iLLM3
OHHH MAN that is gorgeous!! Listen to me, the M3 will over exceed your expectations even with your collection already, BELIEVE ME.. I have a stock M3, driven tons of them, mildy modded, then a fully track setup sc'd M3.. Even putting basic coilovers into the car with a bad aligngment makes the car a blast and amazing handling, as funny as it sounds believe me, they take well to suspension mods and gears, pullies and so on...
As i mentioned a million times, the M3 is put on the backburner to MANY who have not experienced them firsthand, such a well rounded useable car, which you can take out on the late night and have SO MUCH FUN in, twisties or straights
As i mentioned a million times, the M3 is put on the backburner to MANY who have not experienced them firsthand, such a well rounded useable car, which you can take out on the late night and have SO MUCH FUN in, twisties or straights
#45
04-08-2007, 12:47 PM
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: north coast of california
Posts: 1,238
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I saw a really nice c4s yesterday while I was out drivng the cs. Good looking car on the road. Later, it was parked in front of a restaurant we were going to for dinner. I checked it out more and it definiteley does not have the space or flexibility that the m3 does.
My plan is get a good car (m3 in my case) to use for a couple of years or until fast electric cars with good range become available. I will keep vintage cars, and a ferrari for the beauty and sound and my tt old school cab for the sheer thrill of 643hp!
AND get a quick, silent electric car. They have systems now that are entering the market that charge in 10 minutes, have a 350 mile range and go 0-60 in the mid 4 seconds. Bring me one of those for a reasonable price and it will all be good!!!
My plan is get a good car (m3 in my case) to use for a couple of years or until fast electric cars with good range become available. I will keep vintage cars, and a ferrari for the beauty and sound and my tt old school cab for the sheer thrill of 643hp!
AND get a quick, silent electric car. They have systems now that are entering the market that charge in 10 minutes, have a 350 mile range and go 0-60 in the mid 4 seconds. Bring me one of those for a reasonable price and it will all be good!!!