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Originally posted by Seven of Nine
The clouds have parted for your humble scribe, and nothing but sunshine stands in my way. Accordingly, I was thinking of rewarding myself with a little treat. Specifically, I would like to buy a new car and am currently trying to decide between a Mercedes Benz C32 AMG and a BMW M3. In similar compros, just about all of the car magazines gush over the M3 because of its driving characteristics. However, the M3 is no longer available with 4-doors. So, the question becomes, if you can only own one of these lovely automobiles, does the everyday convenience of four doors outweigh the magazine reviewers impressions of the driving fun of the M3?
I would love to hear from anyone who has made the choice (or a similar choice) recently, and why.
Thanks.
Seven
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I've driven both cars and they both have their own distinct personality. I have also driven the 330i with the performance package. It's not an M, but it's a lot more sporty than the regular 330. The Mercedes is a quieter car on the freeway, but the M kicks its ass in driveability and I think that's the gushing you read in the mags. The Mercedes can be described as a little more "polite" - not quite as jerky or zippy, but also, not as fun. I also prefer the interior of the BMW, and of course the seats are much much better. So, depends on what you want. Quiet, fast, point and shoot or a car that does the twisties!!
