Another "what to buy" thread...

Bönz · 01-15-2015, 05:29 PM

I made this post on the "other" 6er forum and would appreciate the input of those on this forum that don't "cross over." I thought posting a link would be easier then pasting and reformatting the entire post. I appreciate all input and apologize if this method of posting is inappropriate. Thanks.

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=820225

poloka · 01-15-2015, 07:31 PM

Dude, you've done your research. My brother has the 2014 AMG and its a pretty solid ride. Initially liked but once inside I felt like I was in the 1980's with all the buttons. The 6's just felt classy. Buying a used M I'd be sure if it was personally owned or leased. Most leased are driven like they were stolen. I like new because then I know how the vehicle is treated from day 1.

M6-Coupe · 01-16-2015, 02:02 AM

Well I will be happy to have some valid points to help you before I simply say: " get M6 coupe" LOL
I think most likely you are looking for Coupe since most of the cars in your list are coupe.
As far as AWD vs RWD, it’s completely different story and you are the one who has to define which one has higher priority, but overall:

1.650Xdrive Coupe: I used to have two 650i Coupe, 2012 (N63) and 2013 (N63tu + M Sport package). Clearly there was a big difference between them and the second one was more powerful, faster and more fun to drive; but comparing to M6? Oh man trust me…night and day!

2. Keep your car: well it depends on how much you are connected to this car, but how come you want to keep the car when the new one with more option/feature/power is available? I don’t know about your current payment, but for sure you can find a brand new car with more options while the same payment you have unless you had got a perfect deal back in 2011/2012.

3. 2015 M5: It's a great car if you need a sedan.

4. CPO M6 Coupe: M6 has a crazy depreciation so buying a CPO as long as there is no major issue with car is a smart shopping, but you will probably join the club of “drinking oil” and “squealing brakes”… oh wait there is a new service for brakes that should solve this issue…amazing DCT and amazing LSD with lots of torque and power

I bet you will fall in love with this car if you enjoy more power

5. CPO MB SL: Even with SL which is supposed to be sport car, I felt old when I sat behind the wheel...plus as you said not as pretty as 6 series. Also it’s a two seat car; so basically it’s not practical unless you have second or third car for other occasions…

6. 2016 AMG C63S: Don't get the first year car! Let's people give you some feedbacks about this car and manufacturer fixes the issues... I had so many issues with my first year 2012 650i and software update fixed some of them after 6 months of ownership!

There are many luxury cars out there (MB)…. There are many sport cars out there (Corvette, Camaro, GTR,..) and also there are sport- luxury cars out there (Porsche, MB AMG), but for 100-120K car (MSRP) I believe M6 is the best choice that have both of them... not extremely luxury and not extremely sport car but a good trade-off for the money you pay... I know Audi S6/S7/RS7 and MB E/CLS/S/SL AMG are other options as well, but I paid for M6 because I felt better behind the wheel of M- Cars

The only cars that I would consider (in this range) are S63 Coupe, AMG GT S and 991 GT3, but again I have to see how this works in next 1-2 years since they are in their first year.
Jag F Type R is another option if you like a powerful and nimble car with nice exhaust sound, but it's a small car!

I had tough time to get decision to get my M6 back in summer 2013 and was thinking about different cars… 911TT, SL63 AMG, CL63 AMG, Maserati GT, M3, RS5,… but after all test drives I chose the M6 because it was the only car that put smile on my face and I had hard time to figure out how to control this torque monster LOL … DCT was another thing that convinced me to get the car. The well-tuned stiff suspension, handling, differential, CF roof, aggressive body/bumpers/rotors/wheels, beautiful full merino leather, instrument cluster and steering wheel were the rest of them

.... She doesn't sound amazing like MB AMG, but to me it's not a deal breaker...

atg4 · 01-18-2015, 12:44 PM

Personally, I'd say get something other than a 6. Unless you absolutely love the car, try something new.

Bönz · 01-21-2015, 06:54 PM

I decided on the M5.

doug_999 · 01-23-2015, 01:12 PM

It takes me about 9 months to decide on what car to get next. I calculate you did it in under 6 days. That's impressive!

Bönz · 01-23-2015, 01:30 PM

Thanks Doug. I know it looks that way, but it probably was closer to 9 months. I only posted when I was down to the nitty-gritty. It's funny, but in retrospect, it came down to HP/$, within the frame of a premium vehicle.

Bönz · 04-06-2015, 01:15 PM

It has arrived.

POBA · 04-06-2015, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Bönz

It had arrived.

Congrats!! Love this color. Please post more pics including interior. Enjoy it safely and in good health

Would suggest to start a new thread for this beauty...

M6-Coupe · 04-06-2015, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Bönz

It had arrived.

Wow... it's so nice. One of the best colors on M5.
Congratulations buddy

troymi · 04-06-2015, 01:47 PM

That's an amazing sight I'm sure! Grand Blanc or Okemos? Only two Benz/BMW dealers local I know of.

Bönz · 04-06-2015, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by troymi

That's an amazing sight I'm sure! Grand Blanc or Okemos? Only two Benz/BMW dealers local I know of.

GB.

Thanks to all for the encouraging words. Will certainly post more pics.

cjackson1906 · 04-06-2015, 03:52 PM

Congrats Bonz! I may be following in your footsteps very soon...

doug_999 · 04-06-2015, 09:06 PM

Beautiful!

M6-Coupe · 04-06-2015, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by doug_999

Beautiful!

Dude, now it's your turn

Go for M car (probably M3 since you are in love with her )

doug_999 · 04-06-2015, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by M6-Coupe

Dude, now it's your turn

Go for M car (probably M3 since you are in love with her )

I just don't think I can go back to a RWD car* - until I convince the family to move.

Plus I have a large bet with my dealer that the 2016 M3 will be an LCI.

large bet = beer

*Might even sell my 1M

M6-Coupe · 04-06-2015, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doug_999

I just don't think I can go back to a RWD car* - until I convince the family to move.

Plus I have a large bet with my dealer that the 2016 M3 will be an LCI.

large bet = beer

*Might even sell my 1M

LOL.. I was quoting you on the other thread...

Yeah you are right... RWD is kinda hard for where you live, but you are losing a big fun. I encourage you to have some good seat time behind the wheel of MDCT car to enjoy the ride...

However I understand the joy of your MT 1M... I'm a manual guy and have driven manual cars for more than 20 years. DCT is not the feeling of truth manual, but it's another fun to drive...

m34SPD · 04-06-2015, 10:35 PM

The 6 is a very nice car for the price point. I'm either considering an X5/6M next. But nothing is exclusive as the 6 for the price.

JimM6GC · 04-07-2015, 12:10 AM

Congrats on the new addition, Bonz!

Bönz · 04-08-2015, 06:13 AM

Got it. Love it. I'll post more pics and review this weekend.

m34SPD · 04-08-2015, 12:14 PM

Nice. Monte Carlo Blue? I love that color.

01-15-2015, 05:29 PM	#1
Bönz Captain 184 Rep 764 Posts Drives: 2018 M5 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	Another "what to buy" thread... I made this post on the "other" 6er forum and would appreciate the input of those on this forum that don't "cross over." I thought posting a link would be easier then pasting and reformatting the entire post. I appreciate all input and apologize if this method of posting is inappropriate. Thanks. http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=820225
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01-15-2015, 07:31 PM	#2
poloka Private First Class 17 Rep 125 Posts Drives: 540xi Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: KCMO iTrader: (0)	Dude, you've done your research. My brother has the 2014 AMG and its a pretty solid ride. Initially liked but once inside I felt like I was in the 1980's with all the buttons. The 6's just felt classy. Buying a used M I'd be sure if it was personally owned or leased. Most leased are driven like they were stolen. I like new because then I know how the vehicle is treated from day 1. __________________ BMW CCA: 501218 Current owned: 2018 540xi MSport Previously owned: 2015 650xi Gran Coupe MSport 2011 X5 50xi MSport
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01-16-2015, 02:02 AM	#3
M6-Coupe Major General 1125 Rep 6,066 Posts Drives: F92 M8 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Bay area iTrader: (0)	Well I will be happy to have some valid points to help you before I simply say: " get M6 coupe" LOL I think most likely you are looking for Coupe since most of the cars in your list are coupe. As far as AWD vs RWD, it’s completely different story and you are the one who has to define which one has higher priority, but overall: 1.650Xdrive Coupe: I used to have two 650i Coupe, 2012 (N63) and 2013 (N63tu + M Sport package). Clearly there was a big difference between them and the second one was more powerful, faster and more fun to drive; but comparing to M6? Oh man trust me…night and day! 2. Keep your car: well it depends on how much you are connected to this car, but how come you want to keep the car when the new one with more option/feature/power is available? I don’t know about your current payment, but for sure you can find a brand new car with more options while the same payment you have unless you had got a perfect deal back in 2011/2012. 3. 2015 M5: It's a great car if you need a sedan. 4. CPO M6 Coupe: M6 has a crazy depreciation so buying a CPO as long as there is no major issue with car is a smart shopping, but you will probably join the club of “drinking oil” and “squealing brakes”… oh wait there is a new service for brakes that should solve this issue…amazing DCT and amazing LSD with lots of torque and power I bet you will fall in love with this car if you enjoy more power 5. CPO MB SL: Even with SL which is supposed to be sport car, I felt old when I sat behind the wheel...plus as you said not as pretty as 6 series. Also it’s a two seat car; so basically it’s not practical unless you have second or third car for other occasions… 6. 2016 AMG C63S: Don't get the first year car! Let's people give you some feedbacks about this car and manufacturer fixes the issues... I had so many issues with my first year 2012 650i and software update fixed some of them after 6 months of ownership! There are many luxury cars out there (MB)…. There are many sport cars out there (Corvette, Camaro, GTR,..) and also there are sport- luxury cars out there (Porsche, MB AMG), but for 100-120K car (MSRP) I believe M6 is the best choice that have both of them... not extremely luxury and not extremely sport car but a good trade-off for the money you pay... I know Audi S6/S7/RS7 and MB E/CLS/S/SL AMG are other options as well, but I paid for M6 because I felt better behind the wheel of M- Cars The only cars that I would consider (in this range) are S63 Coupe, AMG GT S and 991 GT3, but again I have to see how this works in next 1-2 years since they are in their first year. Jag F Type R is another option if you like a powerful and nimble car with nice exhaust sound, but it's a small car! I had tough time to get decision to get my M6 back in summer 2013 and was thinking about different cars… 911TT, SL63 AMG, CL63 AMG, Maserati GT, M3, RS5,… but after all test drives I chose the M6 because it was the only car that put smile on my face and I had hard time to figure out how to control this torque monster LOL … DCT was another thing that convinced me to get the car. The well-tuned stiff suspension, handling, differential, CF roof, aggressive body/bumpers/rotors/wheels, beautiful full merino leather, instrument cluster and steering wheel were the rest of them .... She doesn't sound amazing like MB AMG, but to me it's not a deal breaker... __________________ Current : 2020 F92 Black Sapphire M8 - ZF8 Gone : 2018 F80 Mineral Gray M3 - 6MT Gone : 2016 F82 Austin Yellow M4 - 6MT Gone : 2013 F13 Sakhir Orange M6 -7DCT Gone: 2013 F13 Alpine White 650i -ZF8
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01-18-2015, 12:44 PM	#4
atg4 First Lieutenant 85 Rep 381 Posts Drives: F30 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: CA iTrader: (3)	Personally, I'd say get something other than a 6. Unless you absolutely love the car, try something new.
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01-21-2015, 06:54 PM	#5
Bönz Captain 184 Rep 764 Posts Drives: 2018 M5 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	I decided on the M5.
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01-23-2015, 01:12 PM	#6
doug_999 Brigadier General 2542 Rep 3,968 Posts Drives: 2011 1M/2021 992/2023 X3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	It takes me about 9 months to decide on what car to get next. I calculate you did it in under 6 days. That's impressive! __________________ 2011 1M, Black loaded sans sat radio 2021 911 C4S Gentian Blue, manual 2023 X3 M40i - loaded sans Park Assist
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01-23-2015, 01:30 PM	#7
Bönz Captain 184 Rep 764 Posts Drives: 2018 M5 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	Thanks Doug. I know it looks that way, but it probably was closer to 9 months. I only posted when I was down to the nitty-gritty. It's funny, but in retrospect, it came down to HP/$, within the frame of a premium vehicle.
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04-06-2015, 01:15 PM	#8
Bönz Captain 184 Rep 764 Posts Drives: 2018 M5 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	It has arrived. Attached Images Last edited by Bönz; 04-06-2015 at 01:59 PM..
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04-06-2015, 01:47 PM	#11
troymi Lieutenant 64 Rep 467 Posts Drives: '15 M235i Convertible Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Michigan iTrader: (2)	That's an amazing sight I'm sure! Grand Blanc or Okemos? Only two Benz/BMW dealers local I know of.
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04-06-2015, 03:52 PM	#13
cjackson1906 Private First Class 40 Rep 190 Posts Drives: 2018 Alpina B6 GC & 2019 M5C Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW M5 [0.00]	Congrats Bonz! I may be following in your footsteps very soon... __________________ 2019 M5 Comp; 2018 Alpina B6 GC; 2019 M4 CP (gone); 2018 X3 M40i (gone); 2015 M5 Comp Pkg (gone); 2016 X5M (gone); 2013 650 xDrive Coupe M-Sport (gone); 2013 F10 M5 (gone); 2011 550i (gone)
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04-06-2015, 09:06 PM	#14
doug_999 Brigadier General 2542 Rep 3,968 Posts Drives: 2011 1M/2021 992/2023 X3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	Beautiful! __________________ 2011 1M, Black loaded sans sat radio 2021 911 C4S Gentian Blue, manual 2023 X3 M40i - loaded sans Park Assist
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04-06-2015, 10:35 PM	#18
m34SPD Picture me rollin' 307 Rep 1,130 Posts Drives: e36 m3, e39 m5, f80 m3 CS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: At the gas station iTrader: (0)	The 6 is a very nice car for the price point. I'm either considering an X5/6M next. But nothing is exclusive as the 6 for the price.
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04-07-2015, 12:10 AM	#19
JimM6GC Private First Class 29 Rep 180 Posts Drives: '15 M6 GC; '16 B6 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Northern California iTrader: (0)	Congrats on the new addition, Bonz!
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04-08-2015, 06:13 AM	#20
Bönz Captain 184 Rep 764 Posts Drives: 2018 M5 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	Got it. Love it. I'll post more pics and review this weekend. Attached Images
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04-08-2015, 12:14 PM	#21
m34SPD Picture me rollin' 307 Rep 1,130 Posts Drives: e36 m3, e39 m5, f80 m3 CS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: At the gas station iTrader: (0)	Nice. Monte Carlo Blue? I love that color.
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