The 1 is for me.

[imported_Stu]

I've made the decision. I'm going to get a 135i.

As someone who has, for the most part, daily driven a S2000 for the past two years, the 135 perfectly embodies what I need out of my next car: immense power, great looks, fairly small package, great handling, and above all... COMFORT!

My journey to be financially ready begins now, so the wait might be a bit. As a recent college graduate (boiler up!), I'm trying to be smart about painting my financial picture. My S is paid off, and I'll be saving throughout the winter months for a good down payment on a slightly used 08. I've been trolling around this board for months... and can't wait for my day to come, whenever that may be. :wink:

[trashcan]

Great choice! Have any pics of the S2000? What % are you planning to save for your down payment?

[ptack]

Another acolyte for our cult
very good

[imported_Stu]

My goal is to have $15-16k down on a used 08 model. That shouldn't be too shabby.

I'll throw up some pics of my S tonight. This forum reminds me of re ol' s2ki days... Such a niche group of performance car enthusiasts. Love it.

[imported_Katera]

Originally Posted by Stu

My goal is to have $15-16k down on a used 08 model. That shouldn't be too shabby.

I'll throw up some pics of my S tonight. This forum reminds me of re ol' s2ki days... Such a niche group of performance car enthusiasts. Love it.

Good way to do it. I applaud young guys actually putting money down on a car. So many just finance it all. Saving for something for 6-12 months makes it that much sweeter when you get it, and there is nothing better then a "paid off" sports car :biggrin:

[mfratt]

You go to Purdue? I was actually there last year, but I transferred back to Boston, the midwest wasn't for me.

FWIW, not sure I'd want to drive a 1er year round out there, last winter was pretty nasty and it did a number on my 3er.

[imported_Stu]

Originally Posted by Katera

...and there is nothing better then a "paid off" sports car :biggrin:

Agreed. I did the same thing with my S, and paid it off during college. I've seen too many friends graduate and finance $30k+ cars with HUGE payments. I'm fortunate enough to graduate with relatively little in loans, and don't feel it would be right to put myself under a mountain of debt for a car.

Originally Posted by mfratt

You go to Purdue? I was actually there last year, but I transferred back to Boston, the midwest wasn't for me.

FWIW, not sure I'd want to drive a 1er year round out there, last winter was pretty nasty and it did a number on my 3er.

Yup: Purdue grad. Never been to the east coast, actually. Would love to. I own a 90' Accord that I drive on those snow-ridden days. I'm not getting rid of that thing until it just dies. It's Mr. Dependable.