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#234 of 275 Re: [rhino01] by habitat1 May 17, 2006 (1:39 am)
Replying to: rhino01 (May 16, 2006 3:40 pm) Interesting post and I appreciated the well written comparison of the S4 vs. M3. However, I did get a kick out of:   I believe a person should buy whatever car that they will enjoy not what has the best resale. I don’t keep my cars long so I just consider cars an expense for my enjoyment.   preceeded by   ..the wife didn’t approve the 72K budget for a loaded RS4.   For what it's worth, I've kept my 1995 Nissan Maxima for 12 years and 155k miles (still have it at our second home). When I was thinking of splurging for a Boxster S, my wife kicked me in the pants to get a 911S Cab. Mostly so all of us could fit in it (2 kids), but also on the basis that (1) if we keep it a long time, the extra cost is worth it and/or (2) if we don't, the high 911 resale value will be a benefit.   I've always thought that resale value should be relatively more important to someone who doesn't keep cars a long time. But I agree, cars are not investments.
#235 of 275 need help by borno May 17, 2006 (5:18 am)
Very interesting posts. But my cars 1-2 years old and try to keep awhile. LOVE my M3, but know that audi is an everyday car. Haven't driven S4 but have to agree that it is a daily drive that meets more needs of more people.   Live in Mass, and own 01M3cic, and an 00A6Q,2.7t, both 6sp.,wife drives awd sienna. The problem is that I need a vehicle to tow a boat with. love both my cars for thier intended purpose. bmw is pure sports car, with limited use season, have hard top, but prefer A6 unless it sunny and 60+. Audi is also a blast. Estimated values are M3,$36K/A6,$12K Total $48K. Way I see it, options are:   1. Keep both, get 4th beater truck,$7K, to move boat, except all three vehicles could have high maintenance $, plus Insurance $$. Have camp to park truck. Total $55K   2. Replace both for an X5, or Q7, still pricey, $60K, and lose all benefits of having bought exhisting vehicle used and good prices, variety, etc.   3. Replace both with 4Runner, save a few bucks now and when 11 year old son gets closer to driving p/u an used S4 cab., that can be driven in winter on snows, unlike M3.   4. Replace Audi with decent tow vehicle like 4Runner,$36K, still pricey, but would allow me to keep m3 for awhile. Total $72K, bit too much.   See, I'm a bit car crazy, like the rest of you, but really need ideas on best solution to problem, leaning towards #2 or 4, but 1 + 3 seem to make more sense. Insurance and maintenance are some concern, but with a total of 15K miles annually, and vehicles already in excellent condition, I'm not to worried about repairs/maintenance. Just raised insurance deductible to $1K so insurance isn't to bad either.   Any help is appreciated!!! Replies to this message: rhino01 (May 17, 2006 2:46 pm)
#236 of 275 Get a by dhamilton May 17, 2006 (7:31 am)
used F150, or silverado to pull the boat, [15-20k] sell both the Audi and the bimmer and get a certified S4 or M3. Problem solved
#237 of 275 Re: need help [sbornstein] by rhino01 May 17, 2006 (2:46 pm)
Replying to: borno (May 17, 2006 5:18 am) Easy solution:   Get a boat too big to pull so you have to leave it at a marina. You can sell your wife on not having to get another.   Now if you are talking about a fishing boat, I can understand the need to pull it. You can get a fairly loaded Ford F-150 for about $10K off of sticker. That would be about $22K.   If you love your M3 keep it. I regret having gotten rid of the Corvette. I would get another one in a heartbeat but my wife has not signed off on 3 vehicles for 2 drivers yet.
#238 of 275 Re: Want to know positives/negatives of S4 and M3 [jlmagicarethus] by arvin1 May 17, 2006 (2:56 pm)
Replying to: jlmagicarethus (Feb 05, 2004 10:24 pm) I would go for the m3..they are both good cars but the bmw is better..
#239 of 275 Re: [rhino01] by rjlaero May 18, 2006 (1:19 pm)
Replying to: rhino01 (May 16, 2006 3:40 pm) Waiting for an 2007 S4 is not a bad idea. 2007's will have the new FSI injection and the hp is bumped up to 350. More power and better fuel economy   The 25th anniversary cars are really nice. But at 62 grand, I'd spend the extra money to get the RS4, or just order a regular 07 S4 to get the FSI. Replies to this message: rhino01 (May 30, 2006 5:49 pm)
#240 of 275 Re: [rjlaero] by rhino01 May 30, 2006 (5:49 pm)
Replying to: rjlaero (May 18, 2006 1:19 pm) All my research on performance sedans was for naught. My wife finally acquiesced to having 3 cars. So we got her a fun car and I got to order a 2007 Corvette. I guess I will be moving over to the Corvette forum. Thank you for all your comments.
#241 of 275 Re: S4 vs. m3 [bogueavant] by socaljoe Jun 05, 2006 (11:01 am)
Replying to: bogueavant (Aug 19, 2004 6:52 pm) I'm not sure if anyone has posted this, but it's a comparison between the M3 and S4 M3 vs. S4
#242 of 275 Re: 1997 M3, Check Engine Light [jackreid] by esf Jun 12, 2006 (10:18 am)
Replying to: jackreid (Apr 17, 2006 10:28 am) I had the same problem on my 2006 A3 for about two months. I brought it to the Audi dealer for the 5000 mile checkup, and they fixed it no-charge.   '06 Audi A3 2.0T DSG • '05 Audi S4 Cabriolet • '04 Lexus RX 330
#243 of 275 What BMW dealer were you at? by bmargolis Jun 12, 2006 (4:43 pm)
Replying to: rhino01 (May 16, 2006 3:40 pm) I'm interested in an M3 with the Competition Package and can find very few of them here in the Northeast. Where did you see them?   Thanks,   Bob Replies to this message: rhino01 (Jun 13, 2006 4:35 pm)

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