[Eric335]

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[rgpwr]

Buy a cheaper car (both in price and maintenance), especially if you will be attending college.

[AoS810]

I hate these kinds of threads.

Which car is a better all around vehicle, and why? Which would you be more happy with, why? Which would you choose for me, why?

This is a BMW forum, everything that's not a BMW is a POS. I'd be more happy with the BMW, why? Because its a BMW. I would choose the BMW for you, same reason as previous.

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LOL In all honesty, just take a test drive of both, you don't need us to decide whats going to make you happy. Oh.. and just to throw this out there, HPFP TEEHEEEE!!

[Eric335]

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[BMWonderful]

Buy a cheaper car (both in price and maintenance), especially if you will be attending college.

While that ^^^ may be good advice in general, I don't think money (help) is going to be a problem if he needs to fix something on any car he gets. Sounds like a kid that works very hard at school and grades and has well off family, school is hs job right now and the family will pay the bills if needed.

My advice op, the bmw BY FAR. I could see if you were talking about a v8 well optioned stang, but if you are talking a 6 cylinder stripped stang vs a black 335i there is no comparison in my head.

I love Ford and Mustangs, but after having gotten my first bmw about a month ago I am going to find it hard to drive any other family of cars until I can afford something REAL nice. These cars are incredible, and the one you are looking at is way faster than mine.

[Eric335]

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[zobr]

I stopped reading at "affluent parents" ROFL

[shockin330i]

Save your money and invest it. Then you can buy a bad ass new ride when you get out of college.

Buy a cheap ride with warranty. Trust me whe your 25 an you have 50k in the bank you will be happy with your savings.

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[lopealle]

not one of theses again. Eric I totally understand that you want to have an awesome car when you hit 16..shit I think we all did. Do you really think you need a 335 though? The insurance for you is gonna be killer. If this is going to be your first car I suggest a beater. we know you will be trying to race your friends. There's no denying it we all did at 16. You sure you dnt want to get a Honda or something like that? The S2000 is pretty awesome. Even the Civic Si can be had and tuned well. I mean im niot old by ny mean (26) but I definitely think you should rethink your options. Although if it was me back then I would go for a 03 Cobra ...........anyways good luck with your purchase.

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[RoundelM3]

A 16-year-old needs a BMW 335 like he needs a craniotomy...regardless of financial abilities, no 16-year-old should be driving a car with that much performance - particularly with the cost of insurance. Do yourself (and your parents) a favor, Eric - if you really, really want a BMW, get an older 3-series, but I'd highly recommend something a lot less costly to operate and insure. A VW turbo beetle comes to mind, or a Civic SI, or even a Scion Tc. When you're 21 and out of college (hopefully), then you'll be in a better position for an expensive performance car. It's not just the price of the car, it's the total cost of ownership, and that embodies a lot more than you can imagine right now.

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[shockin330i]

Originally Posted by roundel335

A 16-year-old needs a BMW 335 like he needs a craniotomy...regardless of financial abilities, no 16-year-old should be driving a car with that much performance - particularly with the cost of insurance. Do yourself (and your parents) a favor, Eric - if you really, really want a BMW, get an older 3-series, but I'd highly recommend something a lot less costly to operate and insure. A VW turbo beetle comes to mind, or a Civic SI, or even a Scion Tc. When you're 21 and out of college (hopefully), then you'll be in a better position for an expensive performance car. It's not just the price of the car, it's the total cost of ownership, and that embodies a lot more than you can imagine right now.

Those scions are nice. You can get one for 14-18k. You put half and your grandparents go half. Or they can get it for you. Then invest more of your money. Start a Roth IRA, you'll be 10 years ahead of the game. Invest in more than just ge and mcdonalds.

[mrholm]

Originally Posted by Eric335

Already do, sort of. I have some stock in GE and McDonalds that has been doing pretty good....

im not a big part of the stock process, as i am busy with lacrosse and school, but my father says its been doing well

I'm annoyed. Think of your future young man. You will be the butt end of jokes, AND you will carry the burden in conversations knowing your first car was a relatively new BMW. Totally your call. It is a tool bag thing to do. Get a gti, mustang, or something. Work a deal with your grandparents to put the difference somewhere other than a depreciating box of metal.

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[ragingclue]

I'd recommend something that'll be harder to get yourself in trouble with. You may be really smart and responsible, but everyone has a learning curve when it comes to driving. Certain things will only come through experience. So I'd recommend something that's either FWD or AWD and if you're gonna go RWD, get something that's low on HP.

Also, if reliability is a consideration, it is best to stay away from the N54/N55. It's statistically one of the worst cars sold in that regard.

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[EDM92]

I got my 335 when I was 16, and looking back on it, I wish I had a cheap car like a Nissan 240sx or similar to learn how to better drive defensively. My parents always told me that they weren't worried about how I drive, but about how the other idiots on the road drive. This turned out to be 110% true. I wish I had a cheap car that I could park anywhere and not worry about it at all. The worst is going to a party where there is no parking and you have to park in the absolute worst spot ever. Do yourself a favor and get a cheap but decent car like a 240sx. They're small, cheap cars that you can definitely have some fun with.