3 Series or Subaru Wrx Sti??

snosk8tr123 · 11-28-2006, 04:58 PM

Which one would be better for a first car?

Russellnyc · 11-28-2006, 05:00 PM

Hmmm, let me see.... bmw forum.... BMW?

ArmyBimmerDude · 11-28-2006, 05:01 PM

lol

BMW F22 · 11-28-2006, 05:01 PM

never been a fan of Subaru so Im biased here. Even if I wasnt, im still a badge whore so BMW all the way

Brunotheboxer · 11-28-2006, 05:06 PM

i'd have to say.............................3 Series but ask this same question on a Subaru forum and then decide.

ward · 11-28-2006, 05:09 PM

neither, go get a car you can afford

Tedesco · 11-28-2006, 05:13 PM

depends on what you want out of the car. i have both and they are 2 totally different driving machines. the 3 series is obviously going to have the luxury appeal to it, nice smooth ride, all the bells and whistles, along with that lovely BMW badge. the sti is going to blow the doors off the bmw and you can make them go extremely fast at an affordable price. how old are you if you don't mind me asking? i have had my stage 4+ wrx since i was 18 and am 23 now. i still love driving it, but it has taken a back seat to the 335i. maybe it's cause i am getting old! haha. the wrx/sti is an awesome car. it has been modded since day one and i have never had a problem with the car. it is still going strong with over 95,000 miles and i have no plans of getting rid of it. like i said, it all depends on what you want out of the car, both are great cars. if you want more info on subies, check out www.nasioc.com. best subie forum out there!

-Chris

snosk8tr123 · 11-28-2006, 05:14 PM

i can afford either if i get A's

nmulax · 11-28-2006, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ward

neither, go get a car you can afford

+1

Since you're saying "first car" and not "first new car" or something similar, I'm guessing you just got your license. Since you mention the STI, I'm guessing you're considering the 335i. Both car's are way to much car for a first vehicle.

Go get a Mini, Scion TC, Honda Civic, regular Subaru Impreza, or something similar. You'll save on the car as well as insurance, and they're all still fun cars to drive. Keep in mind that this thing will without a doubt get a few scrapes as well as a fender-bender here and there... if you don't wrap it around a tree first.

snosk8tr123 · 11-28-2006, 05:17 PM

i am 16 btw and im getting a car in 2 months when my report card comes out and i have no idea what i want. if i get good grades i have many options and i dont know if i want a nice bmw or a fast/fun subaru and if i get a bmw i dont know if i want the coupe or the sedan!! ahh so frustrating

snosk8tr123 · 11-28-2006, 05:23 PM

i agree

nmulax · 11-28-2006, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by hkwallace328

don't under estimate new drivers, i got my lience 2 years ago, and i started learning driving in my mom's SL 55 and i have no problem, it's not the car, it's the way a person drives.

Yeah, I'm not saying "all young drivers are bad drivers"... just that 300hp is a lot of power. Younger drivers are typically more likely to show off for friends and stuff.

Inexperienced driver + powerful car + anything but complete focus = bad news

sflgator · 11-28-2006, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by snosk8tr123

i am 16 btw and im getting a car in 2 months when my report card comes out and i have no idea what i want. if i get good grades i have many options and i dont know if i want a nice bmw or a fast/fun subaru and if i get a bmw i dont know if i want the coupe or the sedan!! ahh so frustrating

Yeah, sounds like you have a real rough life, son.

How about getting A's, working part-time to save up just enough to buy a used Honda Civic or something for your first car, then going to college, get A's again in college, graduate college, go out into the business world, work you a$s off for many years, and then buy yourself a $50,000 BMW.

What ever happened to integrity and a little sense of self accomplishment and self worth these days?

Sorry, just had to vent. Ok now, get whatever your heart desires.

ward · 11-28-2006, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by snosk8tr123

i can afford either if i get A's

your parents can afford it, not you. Be clear on that.

good luck on your fortunate situation though

therealm3 · 11-28-2006, 05:39 PM

Hahahah. I could not agree more. My first car was a POS 84 Ford Bronco II. but it got to school, work, and practice (most of the time). I had to wait till I was 30 with a good job to buy my first new BMW.

Oh well, not everyone is fortunate like this guy. Honestly I would get the Evo MR if I was 16 and my parents were buying me a car.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sflgator

Yeah, sounds like you have a real rough life, son.

How about getting A's, working part-time to save up just enough to buy a used Honda Civic or something for your first car, then going to college, get A's again in college, graduate college, go out into the business world, work you a$s off for many years, and then buying yourself a BMW.

What ever happened to integrity and a little self worth these days?

Sorry, just had to vent. Ok now, get whatever your heart desires.

Mr. Smith · 11-28-2006, 05:44 PM

if you are going to get a BMW, i suggest that you get the 328i, because there is no need for the 335i. it has too much power and is too nice for a 16 year old kid

espo · 11-28-2006, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sflgator

Yeah, sounds like you have a real rough life, son.

How about getting A's, working part-time to save up just enough to buy a used Honda Civic or something for your first car, then going to college, get A's again in college, graduate college, go out into the business world, work you a$s off for many years, and then buying yourself a BMW.

What ever happened to integrity and a little self worth these days?

Sorry, just had to vent. Ok now, get whatever your heart desires.

++1

but add graduate school and paying off student loans

bigcracker22 · 11-28-2006, 05:54 PM

I am 24 and i thought i was young getting a 330i ...

man ... A's in report card = BMW .. i would've gotten a lot of BMW back in high school then .. and even college ... sorry .. just not a big fan of people going to school and trying to get good grades so they can get something from their parents...

arbitrage · 11-28-2006, 06:02 PM

Its nice to have such generous parents, mine only bought me an 89 civic during high school (1995) and then a 2001 civic during university. Still I'm forever grateful and am not complaining. After 8yrs university I've worked one year and could now afford my bimmer. But I have no problem, with people who are given better cars as many of my friends got nothing from their parents so in a way I know how your situation might feel. Its definetely more rewarding to earn your first high end car but I don't think many of us would have turned it down at 16 either. 300hp is a lot to start with, civics with 130 or less are actually just as fun to drive (5spd of course) to work for all the power up to 6800rpm can be fun and you can drive the shit out of it and not worry! That said, either car you mentioned would be awesome, Subaru is a more "raw" car, BMW more luxury but the 335 will keep up so power isn't really an issue.

TommyBahama · 11-28-2006, 06:08 PM

i dont think your parents understand a lot about cars.

i got my 330i for good grades as well so im not going to give you any crap.

67bmer · 11-28-2006, 06:13 PM

since you are asking and its your first car, definitetly a WRX!

If there is any doubt in your mind, do not bother with the BMW....

IDENTITY_MOTORSPORTS · 11-28-2006, 06:14 PM

Is it just me or is this craziness? Go for the Gallardo.

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Tedesco Motorsports Photography Guru 33 Rep 236 Posts Drives: 98 E36 M3/4/5 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (4)	depends on what you want out of the car. i have both and they are 2 totally different driving machines. the 3 series is obviously going to have the luxury appeal to it, nice smooth ride, all the bells and whistles, along with that lovely BMW badge. the sti is going to blow the doors off the bmw and you can make them go extremely fast at an affordable price. how old are you if you don't mind me asking? i have had my stage 4+ wrx since i was 18 and am 23 now. i still love driving it, but it has taken a back seat to the 335i. maybe it's cause i am getting old! haha. the wrx/sti is an awesome car. it has been modded since day one and i have never had a problem with the car. it is still going strong with over 95,000 miles and i have no plans of getting rid of it. like i said, it all depends on what you want out of the car, both are great cars. if you want more info on subies, check out www.nasioc.com. best subie forum out there! -Chris
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snosk8tr123 Second Lieutenant 19 Rep 243 Posts Drives: E90 335i 6mt M Sport AW/Saddle Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: OC iTrader: (4)	i am 16 btw and im getting a car in 2 months when my report card comes out and i have no idea what i want. if i get good grades i have many options and i dont know if i want a nice bmw or a fast/fun subaru and if i get a bmw i dont know if i want the coupe or the sedan!! ahh so frustrating
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snosk8tr123 Second Lieutenant 19 Rep 243 Posts Drives: E90 335i 6mt M Sport AW/Saddle Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: OC iTrader: (4)	i agree
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bigcracker22 Private 0 Rep 50 Posts Drives: e90 330i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Oakland, CA iTrader: (0)	I am 24 and i thought i was young getting a 330i ... man ... A's in report card = BMW .. i would've gotten a lot of BMW back in high school then .. and even college ... sorry .. just not a big fan of people going to school and trying to get good grades so they can get something from their parents... __________________ '06 330i - Sparkling Graphite - Black Premium Pkg \| Sport Pkg \| Navigation \| iPod Adapter \| OEM spoiler and lip \| Blackline \| PIAA angel lights \| rear fog light \| M Steering Wheel \| LED license plate light Coming soon ... Tints \| CF Trim
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arbitrage First Lieutenant 14 Rep 371 Posts Drives: 07 335i coupe Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Whitehorse Yukon Territory Canada iTrader: (0)	Its nice to have such generous parents, mine only bought me an 89 civic during high school (1995) and then a 2001 civic during university. Still I'm forever grateful and am not complaining. After 8yrs university I've worked one year and could now afford my bimmer. But I have no problem, with people who are given better cars as many of my friends got nothing from their parents so in a way I know how your situation might feel. Its definetely more rewarding to earn your first high end car but I don't think many of us would have turned it down at 16 either. 300hp is a lot to start with, civics with 130 or less are actually just as fun to drive (5spd of course) to work for all the power up to 6800rpm can be fun and you can drive the shit out of it and not worry! That said, either car you mentioned would be awesome, Subaru is a more "raw" car, BMW more luxury but the 335 will keep up so power isn't really an issue. __________________ Ordered June 3 '06: E92 335i Saph Blk, Jade Grey lthr, poplar grey trim, 6spd, Sports Pkg, CA. Update Sept 29 '06: Got the car...It rocks!! Update Sept 08: Moved to Whitehorse and had to buy out of my lease. Miss the car a lot. Will return to BMW family in a couple of years.
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TommyBahama Second Lieutenant 11 Rep 258 Posts Drives: e90 330i Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Umass iTrader: (0)	i dont think your parents understand a lot about cars. i got my 330i for good grades as well so im not going to give you any crap.
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67bmer Private 24 Rep 77 Posts Drives: BMW 325is, e92 328i Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: md iTrader: (0)	since you are asking and its your first car, definitetly a WRX! If there is any doubt in your mind, do not bother with the BMW....
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IDENTITY_MOTORSPORTS Second Lieutenant 24 Rep 244 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Las Vegas, NV. iTrader: (0)	Is it just me or is this craziness? Go for the Gallardo.
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