M3 VS 911 help
M3 VS 911 help
Okay guys, I’m currently thinking about picking up a M3 or 911, but I’m undecided. What is your opinion on these 2 cars… reliability, performance, price. Which one would you pick up?
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of the two I would go with the 911
but there's a 15K difference in cars?!
you could get an 04' or 05' M3 with under 10,000 miles and a 6/100,000 warranty for around 48-50K
actually I was just in this situation and went with the M3 because of the warranty and it could fit my golf clubs in the trunk (CPO'd 911's run in the high 50's to 60K range)
plus the 911 has no space to put anything...really not a practical for someone with just one car
but there's a 15K difference in cars?!
you could get an 04' or 05' M3 with under 10,000 miles and a 6/100,000 warranty for around 48-50K
actually I was just in this situation and went with the M3 because of the warranty and it could fit my golf clubs in the trunk (CPO'd 911's run in the high 50's to 60K range)
plus the 911 has no space to put anything...really not a practical for someone with just one car
Originally Posted by stckyfngz
of the two I would go with the 911
but there's a 15K difference in cars?!
you could get an 04' or 05' M3 with under 10,000 miles and a 6/100,000 warranty for around 48-50K
actually I was just in this situation and went with the M3 because of the warranty and it could fit my golf clubs in the trunk (CPO'd 911's run in the high 50's to 60K range)
plus the 911 has no space to put anything...really not a practical for someone with just one car
but there's a 15K difference in cars?!
you could get an 04' or 05' M3 with under 10,000 miles and a 6/100,000 warranty for around 48-50K
actually I was just in this situation and went with the M3 because of the warranty and it could fit my golf clubs in the trunk (CPO'd 911's run in the high 50's to 60K range)
plus the 911 has no space to put anything...really not a practical for someone with just one car
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My fiance bought a 2003 911 (996) and it has been fairly reliable. From her research the big thing (like the engine on certain E46 M3s) is there is a pretty pervasive issue with the rear main seal on the engines. It's a pretty big fix so under warranty is good advice (her's is and was specifically inspected for that issue prior to purchase).
From what I recall Porsche in general shows up pretty high on quality in surveys like JD Powers, etc BMW is above average.
From what I recall Porsche in general shows up pretty high on quality in surveys like JD Powers, etc BMW is above average.
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Originally Posted by GTSLEX
I was on a 911 forum and people kept saying that they wouldn't by a used 911 without factory warranty.
both cars are great IMO (you can't go wrong with either) I wish you the best on your search
yes, i believe from PD powers porsche rating is pretty high
although the 01 engine problems on the m3 was supposed fixed or whatever, personally i would still try to avoid 01. you just want to minimize your chance, right?
although the 01 engine problems on the m3 was supposed fixed or whatever, personally i would still try to avoid 01. you just want to minimize your chance, right?
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Originally Posted by DaveGS4
My fiance bought a 2003 911 (996) and it has been fairly reliable. From her research the big thing (like the engine on certain E46 M3s) is there is a pretty pervasive issue with the rear main seal on the engines. It's a pretty big fix so under warranty is good advice (her's is and was specifically inspected for that issue prior to purchase).
From what I recall Porsche in general shows up pretty high on quality in surveys like JD Powers, etc BMW is above average.
From what I recall Porsche in general shows up pretty high on quality in surveys like JD Powers, etc BMW is above average.
I have a 996 C2.. I had no major issue with the car and my 911 doesn't have as much problems as my old E39 M5. if money is not a issue I would say go for the TT or GT2, with no boost the regular 911 is boring.. I'm actually selling my (listed on 6speed forums)to replace with a TT or possibly a GT2..
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Hm.. both are great cars but I'd have to say the 911, but if you do plan on getting a used M make sure it has the rod bearing recall done which was infected in the 01-03 models. Good luck on your purchase!
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