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M3s are a dime-a-dozen here in Southern California (just drive around the UCI campus or any high school). I respect the performance of the M3, but to me it'sbasically a car that's the size of a Civic with a big engine. In PA, my guess is that the M3 is not as ubiquitous, so it might have a little more status appeal than here in SoCal.
Maybe it's just me, but 'round these parts there is a certain stigma about M3 owners I don't really care for- perhaps it's because I'm a "self made" guy (mommy & daddy never bought me a car; I bought my own, started detailing cars at 13 years old to save for the car, insurance, gas, etc.) and the M3 seems to be a rich 20-year old's car.
I know a few people with modified M3s, and I would have to say my modified GS generally gets more looks - and more respect when I 'pull up at the club." The M3 is a fairly cool car- I could easily afford one of I wanted one - but I like the 'uniqueness' of the GS. And with forced induction... what a sleeper.
One more note; you're a young guy with relatively little driving experience- before getting the M3 or making the GS faster, I'd recommend attending a performance driving school (would be a great holiday gift from your folks). A powerful car can get you in trouble very quickly- and I'm not just talking about with Johnny Law. The life you save could be mine!
WELL SAID and I AGREE Originally Posted by SoCalSC4
You might check the insurance rates on the M3 before you jump- you might be surprised. If mom & dad are footing the bill, it's probably not a concern...M3s are a dime-a-dozen here in Southern California (just drive around the UCI campus or any high school). I respect the performance of the M3, but to me it'sbasically a car that's the size of a Civic with a big engine. In PA, my guess is that the M3 is not as ubiquitous, so it might have a little more status appeal than here in SoCal.
Maybe it's just me, but 'round these parts there is a certain stigma about M3 owners I don't really care for- perhaps it's because I'm a "self made" guy (mommy & daddy never bought me a car; I bought my own, started detailing cars at 13 years old to save for the car, insurance, gas, etc.) and the M3 seems to be a rich 20-year old's car.
I know a few people with modified M3s, and I would have to say my modified GS generally gets more looks - and more respect when I 'pull up at the club." The M3 is a fairly cool car- I could easily afford one of I wanted one - but I like the 'uniqueness' of the GS. And with forced induction... what a sleeper.
One more note; you're a young guy with relatively little driving experience- before getting the M3 or making the GS faster, I'd recommend attending a performance driving school (would be a great holiday gift from your folks). A powerful car can get you in trouble very quickly- and I'm not just talking about with Johnny Law. The life you save could be mine!
fast car + young kid = death/injuries (usually)
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M3s are a dime-a-dozen here in Southern California (just drive around the UCI campus or any high school). I respect the performance of the M3, but to me it'sbasically a car that's the size of a Civic with a big engine. In PA, my guess is that the M3 is not as ubiquitous, so it might have a little more status appeal than here in SoCal.
Maybe it's just me, but 'round these parts there is a certain stigma about M3 owners I don't really care for- perhaps it's because I'm a "self made" guy (mommy & daddy never bought me a car; I bought my own, started detailing cars at 13 years old to save for the car, insurance, gas, etc.) and the M3 seems to be a rich 20-year old's car.
I know a few people with modified M3s, and I would have to say my modified GS generally gets more looks - and more respect when I 'pull up at the club." The M3 is a fairly cool car- I could easily afford one of I wanted one - but I like the 'uniqueness' of the GS. And with forced induction... what a sleeper.
One more note; you're a young guy with relatively little driving experience- before getting the M3 or making the GS faster, I'd recommend attending a performance driving school (would be a great holiday gift from your folks). A powerful car can get you in trouble very quickly- and I'm not just talking about with Johnny Law. The life you save could be mine!
i definitely agree and going to performance driving school would be a lot of fun! Originally Posted by SoCalSC4
You might check the insurance rates on the M3 before you jump- you might be surprised. If mom & dad are footing the bill, it's probably not a concern...M3s are a dime-a-dozen here in Southern California (just drive around the UCI campus or any high school). I respect the performance of the M3, but to me it'sbasically a car that's the size of a Civic with a big engine. In PA, my guess is that the M3 is not as ubiquitous, so it might have a little more status appeal than here in SoCal.
Maybe it's just me, but 'round these parts there is a certain stigma about M3 owners I don't really care for- perhaps it's because I'm a "self made" guy (mommy & daddy never bought me a car; I bought my own, started detailing cars at 13 years old to save for the car, insurance, gas, etc.) and the M3 seems to be a rich 20-year old's car.
I know a few people with modified M3s, and I would have to say my modified GS generally gets more looks - and more respect when I 'pull up at the club." The M3 is a fairly cool car- I could easily afford one of I wanted one - but I like the 'uniqueness' of the GS. And with forced induction... what a sleeper.
One more note; you're a young guy with relatively little driving experience- before getting the M3 or making the GS faster, I'd recommend attending a performance driving school (would be a great holiday gift from your folks). A powerful car can get you in trouble very quickly- and I'm not just talking about with Johnny Law. The life you save could be mine!
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this is a wonderful dilemma... at your age, i would go with m3.
i am sure your parents, just like any other korean parents, they worked hard and long so that their children can have what they could not and did not have. (or not)
keep your gs, and with the money saved up send your parents to HAWAII. i'm sure penn is COLD! my humble 2cents.
i am sure your parents, just like any other korean parents, they worked hard and long so that their children can have what they could not and did not have. (or not)
keep your gs, and with the money saved up send your parents to HAWAII. i'm sure penn is COLD! my humble 2cents.
