[tuned2ride]

My beloved E90 is gone ... what should I get ?

That is the question.

Spec-wise, a manual RWD M235i would be the closest, except the 2-dr (I want 4 dr).

Now what?

[dannyjones]

Aston Martin vanquish. Ah wait, 2 dr as well

[Flynn43]

340i or 435i gran coupe which I personally love


or....audi rs3?

[justpete]

Rapide then, that's the ticket. Big damn ticket though. 80

[tuned2ride]

Ok, let's precise one almost insignificant thing; under $45K.

[shirtpants_]

I mean, you could always get another e90...

[Nitrousbird]

2nd Gen CTS-V. Well, if you like going fast at least.

[B.M.W.]

Ford Focus RS if you can find it for MSRP

If not, I think the Chevy SS' are pretty amazing cars. The Q50 sport is also around $43k MSRP but you can find them around the high $3x,000's new.

[JayZ]

i would get a M3

[Fabb]

Originally Posted by B.M.W.

Ford Focus RS if you can find it for MSRP

If not, I think the Chevy SS' are pretty amazing cars. The Q50 sport is also around $43k MSRP but you can find them around the high $3x,000's new.

BMW drivers don't let BMW drivers buy Camaros

[Game]

You didn't think of this before you sold the car? lol

[B.M.W.]

Originally Posted by Fabb

BMW drivers don't let BMW drivers buy Camaros

It's not a Camaro, it's a Holden Commodore.
Robust LS3 up front, manual 6 speed in the middle, magnetic ride control on all 4 corners & 4 doors.

It's interior leaves a bit to be desired, but it's resale value like the G8 GXP will be excellent. The aftermarket is already amazing for an LS motor and the LS3 is a favorite. Not to mention it follows in the footsteps of the legendary E39 M5

[feudaldeci]

I think the Chevy SS' are pretty amazing cars.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by Game

You didn't think of this before you sold the car? lol

LOL

[CookMaster]

Try to find a lease return that is loaded. The company has taken the devaluation hit and the vehicle will have average to below miles and you may be eligible for an extended maintenance contract. Buy something you know you'll enjoy, not something that would just look good. Be patient in your pursuit, as the right car/model will come along.

[ilicboris]

Get a 340i.

[Miller335]

Lots of people getting rid of their e9x's lately it seem.

[tuned2ride]

Originally Posted by ilicboris

Get a 340i.

Doesn't pass the $45K limit new... never warmed up with the F30. I want something with a good engine sound right of the box. 4-cyl. hardly qualify, specially at this price level. Must be 4 doors and have reasonable fuel economy. I thought Passat V6 but they are rare, a bit overpriced and their value falls like a rock.

[cdgatti]

2017 Audi S4

[skepticalMD(?)]

The new GTI is a pretty sweet ride

[Lshaw]

Originally Posted by tuned2ride

Doesn't pass the $45K limit new... never warmed up with the F30. I want something with a good engine sound right of the box. 4-cyl. hardly qualify, specially at this price level. Must be 4 doors and have reasonable fuel economy. I thought Passat V6 but they are rare, a bit overpriced and their value falls like a rock.

Add 4 more cylinders you'll get that right out of the box.

[Fabb]

Originally Posted by tuned2ride

Doesn't pass the $45K limit new... never warmed up with the F30. I want something with a good engine sound right of the box. 4-cyl. hardly qualify, specially at this price level. Must be 4 doors and have reasonable fuel economy. I thought Passat V6 but they are rare, a bit overpriced and their value falls like a rock.

Ford RS would be your best choice. Don't buy VW unless you really drove one and liked it