Is the BMW 4 Series Only for Younger Drivers?

DJ Rocc · 07-19-2014, 04:14 PM

Just Curious what age group buys the 4 Series?

I am over 40, and have my GC on order, but wondering if I will look too old driving it? LOL

Rxpert · 07-19-2014, 04:19 PM

Ha ha, it's funny because I feel the exact opposite. I'm 29 and just got my first Bimmer, but where I live I'm by far one of the youngest ppl with one. I'm curious to see what others experience.

BigDumbAnimal · 07-19-2014, 04:39 PM

Chicago suburbs. I'm 37 and it feels about right in my opinion. No way I could go to a 5 series yet. The GC is a good option too, just wasn't available when I ordered mine.

Saphirschwarz · 07-19-2014, 04:51 PM

I am 38 but honestly it dont think most ppl care about that. I had the E92 at 33 y old and nobody really watched me or anything... I would drive a 5 series and it would be the same i think.

Now If i was driving a 911 or an M6 well everybody would be staring for sure...

bsricker · 07-19-2014, 05:00 PM

43yo here ... just waiting for the boat to cross the pond so I can take delivery

minn19 · 07-19-2014, 05:08 PM

This topic comes up quite a bit. I'm always amused by the responses because I don't see why age has anything to do with what car you should buy. Just get what you want.

That being said, I'm sure you will see mostly middle aged to older buyers because BMW's and brands like it are obviously generally more expensive than others. The idea being that these people are generally financially more stable, thus being able to afford them.

DrivenByE30 · 07-19-2014, 05:35 PM

Age doesnt count when you are in love...

Fat Panda · 07-19-2014, 05:36 PM

28 with a 435i xDrive on it's way. First bimmer too.

X2 Monstah · 07-19-2014, 06:32 PM

I bought my E92 when I was 46 or 47. After a couple of years, I felt a little too old for it and traded it in for a MB C Class. The C Class made me feel like I was 70. I'm now in an F30 and I think we're a perfect fit. But, like DrivenByE30 says, age does not matter. Enjoy it!

chiefneil · 07-19-2014, 06:46 PM

The 4-series seems like it's targeted more towards the 35+ crowd. It's big, soft, luxurious, and expensive. When I was in my 20's I found smaller, lighter, cheaper, and sportier much more attractive.

BEAR-AvHistory · 07-19-2014, 06:48 PM

Can't believe someone over 40 would be asking such a question. How about just growing up buy what you like regardless of what anyone thinks.

Was 72 last Dec.

Danman5666 · 07-19-2014, 07:14 PM

Yeah, who gives a sh!t? Buy what you want and be happy.

BimmerBoomer · 07-19-2014, 07:19 PM

I look old no matter what I drive.

plutnicki · 07-19-2014, 08:09 PM

I hope not. 41 and when my "grown-up" lease on my 528 is up in a couple months I'm planning on moving to a 435, and seriously considering Estoril Blue. If that screams "mid life crisis", I could care less.

I'm also thinking about a more mature color in Mineral Grey.

cwazy1 · 07-19-2014, 08:16 PM

I am 22 and I do not think the 4 series is targeted towards the younger crowd, it is after all considerably more expensive to load up than a 3 series of similar caliber. I have a f30 and did not even considered the 4 series when I went shopping, its just not practical enough for me.

I see the 4 series as being more the weekend car for someone in their 40's who wants to be in a vehicle that has the looks, but can still use it for practical means.

Just my 2c.

bill1718 · 07-19-2014, 08:43 PM

23 here i think any age you look good in the 4 series

FC4 · 07-19-2014, 08:43 PM

Yes. It's the entry-level BMW coupe. I don't even consider the 1 or 2-Series since they are just down-market models BMW needed to make to stay competitive. If you think the 4-Series is NOT intended for a younger buyer, then who the hell is the 6-Series intended for? Senior citizens?

25 to 35 is the age group I see most other 4-Series drivers in the Bay Area. I frankly would not be driving one if I was over 35.

Chicken Corners · 07-19-2014, 09:43 PM

49 years old, but I only look 55 years old. Mine will be at port in 5 days.

I do not care what people think, about anything I do.

DC X3M40i · 07-19-2014, 11:05 PM

Who cares as long as you like the car. I will be picking up my f30 sometime this week. Can't wait to see how it looks with the car seats in the back.

Samurai30 · 07-19-2014, 11:15 PM

It really shouldn't matter how old you are, if you like it you like it. The 4 series GC is sportier than the 3 for sure (which would satisfy younger folk) but still has that practicality for the mature person. I'm 38 years old, my m sport 328i is coming in 2 weeks. Some people say the m sport line is too young for me.

Pungschter · 07-19-2014, 11:17 PM

64 years young. Had my mid-life crisis a long time ago!

marvin100 · 07-20-2014, 12:13 AM

I'm 41, but at least I'm immature.

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Rxpert Second Lieutenant 187 Rep 231 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 M3 ZCP 6 Speed Manual Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Ha ha, it's funny because I feel the exact opposite. I'm 29 and just got my first Bimmer, but where I live I'm by far one of the youngest ppl with one. I'm curious to see what others experience.
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BigDumbAnimal New Member 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 2014 435i M Sport, PPK, MPE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	Chicago suburbs. I'm 37 and it feels about right in my opinion. No way I could go to a 5 series yet. The GC is a good option too, just wasn't available when I ordered mine.
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Saphirschwarz Major 1066 Rep 1,366 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Belgium iTrader: (0)	I am 38 but honestly it dont think most ppl care about that. I had the E92 at 33 y old and nobody really watched me or anything... I would drive a 5 series and it would be the same i think. Now If i was driving a 911 or an M6 well everybody would be staring for sure...
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minn19 Lieutenant General 14035 Rep 10,080 Posts Drives: 24 Z06, 23 CT4VBW, 22 PFinder Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Minnesota iTrader: (0)	This topic comes up quite a bit. I'm always amused by the responses because I don't see why age has anything to do with what car you should buy. Just get what you want. That being said, I'm sure you will see mostly middle aged to older buyers because BMW's and brands like it are obviously generally more expensive than others. The idea being that these people are generally financially more stable, thus being able to afford them.
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X2 Monstah Captain 301 Rep 718 Posts Drives: 2018 X2 XDrive 28i M Sport Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Fairfax, VA iTrader: (1)	I bought my E92 when I was 46 or 47. After a couple of years, I felt a little too old for it and traded it in for a MB C Class. The C Class made me feel like I was 70. I'm now in an F30 and I think we're a perfect fit. But, like DrivenByE30 says, age does not matter. Enjoy it! __________________ Mine: 2019 Mini Cooper S / Moonwalk Grey / Black Interior Wife's: 2018 X2 XDrive 28i / MSport X / Mediterrean Blue / Mocha Dakota Leather Previous: 2008 E92; 2014 F30; 2016 F30 M Sport; 2011 E82 (Man I miss the 1er!)
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chiefneil Lieutenant Colonel 772 Rep 1,502 Posts Drives: 2014 335i M-Sport Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Arizona iTrader: (0)	The 4-series seems like it's targeted more towards the 35+ crowd. It's big, soft, luxurious, and expensive. When I was in my 20's I found smaller, lighter, cheaper, and sportier much more attractive.
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BimmerBoomer demoted 453 Rep 1,172 Posts Drives: 2022 Audi S5 Sportback Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Grimsby, Ontario iTrader: (0)	I look old no matter what I drive.
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plutnicki Private First Class 75 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2024 M8C Coupe & 2019 X3 M40i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Hampshire iTrader: (0)	I hope not I hope not. 41 and when my "grown-up" lease on my 528 is up in a couple months I'm planning on moving to a 435, and seriously considering Estoril Blue. If that screams "mid life crisis", I could care less. I'm also thinking about a more mature color in Mineral Grey.
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cwazy1 Second Lieutenant 46 Rep 211 Posts Drives: MG F80 ZCP Join Date: May 2014 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (0)	I am 22 and I do not think the 4 series is targeted towards the younger crowd, it is after all considerably more expensive to load up than a 3 series of similar caliber. I have a f30 and did not even considered the 4 series when I went shopping, its just not practical enough for me. I see the 4 series as being more the weekend car for someone in their 40's who wants to be in a vehicle that has the looks, but can still use it for practical means. Just my 2c.
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bill1718 Lieutenant 19 Rep 463 Posts Drives: 2015 F32 435i ///Msport Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Staten I$land iTrader: (1)	23 here i think any age you look good in the 4 series
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FC4 Brigadier General 2680 Rep 3,406 Posts Drives: Yes Join Date: May 2014 Location: US iTrader: (0)	Yes. It's the entry-level BMW coupe. I don't even consider the 1 or 2-Series since they are just down-market models BMW needed to make to stay competitive. If you think the 4-Series is NOT intended for a younger buyer, then who the hell is the 6-Series intended for? Senior citizens? 25 to 35 is the age group I see most other 4-Series drivers in the Bay Area. I frankly would not be driving one if I was over 35.
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Chicken Corners Enlisted Member 0 Rep 33 Posts Drives: 435i Convertible Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Shakedown St. iTrader: (0)	49 years old, but I only look 55 years old. Mine will be at port in 5 days. I do not care what people think, about anything I do. __________________ 2014 435i Convertible M Power Kit M Sport Brakes Alpine White Burl Walnut wood, Dakota Black/Blue Highlights
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DC X3M40i Captain 663 Rep 767 Posts Drives: 2023 X3 M40i Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Long Island ny iTrader: (0)	Who cares as long as you like the car. I will be picking up my f30 sometime this week. Can't wait to see how it looks with the car seats in the back.
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Samurai30 Private 4 Rep 58 Posts Drives: 2014 328i msport Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: San mateo, ca iTrader: (0)	It really shouldn't matter how old you are, if you like it you like it. The 4 series GC is sportier than the 3 for sure (which would satisfy younger folk) but still has that practicality for the mature person. I'm 38 years old, my m sport 328i is coming in 2 weeks. Some people say the m sport line is too young for me. Last edited by Samurai30; 07-19-2014 at 11:38 PM..
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Pungschter 435i 5 Rep 29 Posts Drives: 435i Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Alabama iTrader: (0)	64 years young. Had my mid-life crisis a long time ago!
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marvin100 Enlisted Member 4 Rep 43 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: , iTrader: (0)	I'm 41, but at least I'm immature.
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