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#1 of 275 Want to know positives/negatives of S4 and M3 by jlmagicarethus Feb 05, 2004 (10:24 pm)
I'm looking into getting either a S4 or M3 of 2004. I want to know the positives and negatives of each car. Replies to this message: 04s4handles (Jun 25, 2005 1:22 am) guido591 (Jul 31, 2005 8:32 am) esf (Aug 04, 2005 7:22 pm) m3_r1 (Oct 06, 2005 1:12 pm) and 13 more... showstopper1 (Oct 04, 2005 6:07 pm) aryn7 (Oct 18, 2005 10:19 pm) and 65 more... arvin1 (May 17, 2006 2:56 pm)
#2 of 275 by pat HOST Feb 06, 2004 (8:08 am)
jlmagicarethus, it would help if you would ask some specific questions and tell us a little more about what interests you. For starters, what body style? I believe the only one the two share is a convertible. There are logistical issues about where this discussion should take place, so we definitely need to know that.   Give us some more information and we'll help you out as best we can. But essay questions are kinda tough to answer sometimes.
#4 of 275 My M3 Experience by scotth6 Feb 06, 2004 (1:33 pm)
I own a 2003 M3 Coupe and a 2002 M3 Convertible, both have 6 speed sticks. My 2003 has 12,000 miles with 0 problems, my 2002 has 18,500 with the only problem being I had to replace the navigation system (under warranty). The M3 Coupe is the best car I have ever owned and I will surely buy it when my lease runs out. I get 20 miles to the gallon in the city and got 26 on a 450 mile drive to Florida at 85 miles an hour. I prefer the ride of the Coupe over the Convertible. I have read some complaints about the SMG option. If you live in a climate with snow you may want the 4 wheel drive of the S4. The back seat of the Coupe can easily handle two small adults but don't try it in the Convertible. Overall, the quality is high with great power and outstanding handling especially in the coupe. I hope this helps some.
#6 of 275 m3 or s4 by jlmagicarethus Feb 06, 2004 (3:13 pm)
Well...I don't really have a preference on the body style. I test drove both cars and I like both of them. Power, options, luxury. All I want to know is the positive and negatives of both vehicle like which one is probably more reliable. Which one is the most likely to breakdown the least times.
#7 of 275 by pat HOST Feb 06, 2004 (3:17 pm)
Okay, well I going to move this to the Sedans Comparisons board and make it a full-fledged comparo instead of just a question. It doesn't belong on the Sedans board and I don't really know where else to put it if you haven't decided on a body style.   I would like to suggest that you'd help yourself out a lot if you did some research to help you narrow down your own preferences and thoughts. That would give you a basis for us to try to assist you.   And don't forget to use the Make/Model search on the left side of the page to find our existing and previous discussions on these vehicles. There is a lot of information here already that will benefit you greatly. The "Search This Discussion" feature on the page bar is very helpful in finding posts containing relevant keywords.   And if I can help you find any specific resource, don't hesitate to drop me an email.
#8 of 275 M3 Reliability by scotth6 Feb 07, 2004 (8:54 am)
The M3 now has a 6 year 100,000 warranty on the engine. When they initially came out in 2001 there were a small amount of engines that blew up, BMW changed the oil to 5W60 weight to correct the problem. I have not heard of any problems on the 2002 or 2003 models. The 3 series is a very reliable car, I owned a 2001 330cic that I put 32,000 miles on with 0 problems and previously owned a 328ci and 325i. This is a proven highly reliable car and the only issues could be the SMG option. I can not speak for the Audi but any new model usually goes through a small amount of problems. The M3 has a 4 year 50,000 mile warranty, they even replace lights and wind shield wipers and all maintance is free. You can get it certified for about $1,000 which gives you a 6 year 100,000 warranty on most parts. The M3 also has a high resale value.
#9 of 275 S4 by markcincinnati Feb 09, 2004 (12:11 pm)
For some of us, the S4 doesn't shine in any one area but does very well in all areas.   Sound perhaps like a "YAWN?" -- yes, until you factor in that the S4 is all wheel drive.   And that makes a big difference.   Both cars go, both cars are very quick, fast, nimble, etc.   When the road is dry.   The Audi, however, goes when the road is not dry.   And that makes a huge difference here in the southern part of the north when we have lots of moderate snow days that basically paralyze a 1.5MM population metropolitan area. The Audis go, most BMW's sit and spin.   An "M3x" from BMW would probably be an Audi beater -- for my money, right now, it is the other way around.   My next car, based on what I know TODAY, will be an S4 Avant (I currently have an 03 allroad 2.7T 6spd).
#10 of 275 Here's a wierd thought... by lovemyclk Feb 28, 2004 (2:44 pm)
Given the relative excellence of both, which one can you see yourself in that will give you that "buzz" that can only come from a limited production high-performance car?   It's early Saturday morning and you enter your garage to take it for a spirited drive... which one makes YOU feel the best?... gives you that certain pride of ownership?... begs you to hand wash it lovingly?... begs you to drive it like you stole it to put that huge grin on your face?   Choosing the best for YOU should engage both halves of your brain Make mine the M3!!

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