[CANBeamer]

Hey,

Just wanted to get thoughts on the value of the M235i if BMW releases an M2 and discontinues the M235i.

Will the M235i decrease in value if that above happens? I'm an M235i owner, was a little concerned about that.

Thanks

[Cavpilot2k]

I think it is likely, but who cares, really? Did you buy your M235 as an investment? Not likely, as cars are usually a shitty investment. You bought it to drive and enjoy, so drive it, enjoy it, and let its value be what it is!

I actually think the car that will take the biggest value hit when the M2 comes out is the 1M. Yes, it was a very special limited-production now-collector's car, but part of the appeal of the 1M is that there is nothing else in the BMW stable, nor has there been since the E46 M3 that is anywhere close as far as sporting character and performance in a small package. The M2 will fill the same niche, so the 1Ms floating around will not be the only player in that division.

[overcoil]

The 1M's going for ~$60000 will probably see a correction if the leading journalist give really high praise for the 2M.
I don't think they'll stop making M235's when the 2M arrives. M235 is too good.

[DSTR]

Originally Posted by CANBeamer

Hey,

Just wanted to get thoughts on the value of the M235i if BMW releases an M2 and discontinues the M235i.

Will the M235i decrease in value if that above happens? I'm an M235i owner, was a little concerned about that.

Thanks

You bought a new car. Depreciation is a given. M2 doesnt matter only the car that you own. Stop comparing to a car that does not exist yet and you will be fine. Its a car. Drive it, enjoy it and move on.

[Lucky13]

I think this thread is a repeat from a couple weeks ago. $10K difference so probably no impact, I would be more worried about it killing a 435 or M4 value. Why buy a 435 when you can get an M2.

[overcoil]

Originally Posted by Lucky13

Why buy a 435 when you can get an M2.

Interior space
Trunk space
My friend has a 435 in dark grey metallic with the turbine style wheels and it's one of the best looking coupes.

[vantagesc]

Originally Posted by ScottSinger

Interior space
Trunk space

Agree. For 95% of people, 435 is a far better choice than M2. Possibly better interior as well. More luxuries available.

[ska///235i]

Or we could say why buy a M6 when theres a M4. Why buy a ferrari when there a porsche gt...it goes on

[hyperzulu]

Why buy a car, when you can get mini wheels on your shoes?

[SmallTownBoy]

I don't know about the rest of you, but my glass is half full.

[abp689]

It will be similar to the 135 and 335is. Probably hold value better than the non (is) models. The M's seem to depreciate to a point, then rebound. Doubt that will happen with the 235.