hmmm in that case...my post is invalid...D'oh

 

Supra


Lexus IS350/G37?

Personally, I would take the 370Z.

 

328is are moderately quick. But slow compared to a 350Z, 370Z, and a 335i. Your choice should be either a 335i or 370Z.

 

Nope, I havn't but just imo, I like the 370z better. But if instant max torque is what you're trying to get at, then 335 is definitely that car. Just throwing this out if that is the case, but have you also looked at the 135, its basically the same thing but more cramped with less weight, not sure if the price is the same for used or not though (also if that is what you're after).

 

328i's aren't the fastest but yea, it isn't the slowest. Like many Bmw's and Benz's their torque comes extremely early and maxed at low rpm's.

 

Good honesty. The 370 is much much more raw. The 335 is a perfect blend of luxury and performance. The 335 shifts are SO SMOOTH, as are the 328's, but the 370z has a shorter throw and amazingly rev-matches with downshifts! I'd say going from a 350, you'd like the 370 more. 335's are quite a bit more luxurious, like a g35/37.

 

Yea, my friend was looking at the 335 just because of those factors. I also perfer the 370z over Bmws in general. I'm fairly young and around where I live having a Bmw (3series to be more specific) also gives you the title of douchebag at my age group .

 

I hear ya on that one! Actually one of aspects the BMW didn't get rated so well in was its looks, I read somewhere. Pull up in the 370z and everyone's staring. I barely see any on the road, and I'm in So-Cal!

 

Exactly...

You can find a 335 for around the price you're willing to purchase that 328 for. Even having to cough up an extra couple thousand is more than worth it.

 

If you want a 4 door sports car that will blow the doors off of either of those pick up one of these, it has a Z06 engine, and its stats are astounding.

http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...5&aff=national

http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...5&aff=national

911 is probably the most reliable sports car ever made.

Or if you just want backseats, get a G35, or G37 coupe.

 

IMO Porsche exhausts sound like absolute crap.

 

honestly, if ur gonna get a bmw, dont get a 3 series..almost everyone that has a bmw has a 3 or 5 series, i see at least 3-4 at every red light not even exaggerating, if ur gonna go with bmw, go for a 6 series or 7 series if u want it to stick out and be something special. and honestly i've seen the 370z a million times on the computer but whenever i see it on the road it truly grabs my attention.

 

go for the 370

 

370 ftmfw !

 

WTF you guys are right, it's a yuppie car, I'm most likely going with the 370z vs the 328 coupe.
the 335 is still out of my range for a really low mile one and all extended warranty and maint.

Z FOR LIFE !!!!!!!
or until something better comes out,
kidding.

My 350 has been so much fun and the 370 will be too.

Thanks for setting me straight, needed a reality check.

 

370z but i like the M series especially m5/6

 

LOL @ all the opinionated responses from people who have probably never driver a 328, or 335 for that matter.

And the guy that said the 335 has "mech. issues with the turbo engine". Where did you get that crap from? The N54 in the 335 also comes in the 135 and 535. Out of all those cars with the N54 I have seen maybe 3 with actual mechanical issues. As a general rule, BMWs are usually really well built mechanically. The majority of the problems you get in a BMW are related to the modules, programming, etc.

The 328 is a nice car, and depending on what options it has, could be a very nice car. It all depends on what kind of car you want. Other than the price range, they really don't have much in common.

I can tell you that the maintenance program is a very convenient thing. Also, as long as your local dealership isn't crappy, I can almost guarantee you will get better service at BMW than Nissan. We had a guy with an E46 that had a cracked cylinder head. We are putting a brand new head on it for half of what the labor should be and not charging for diagnosis. My dealer goodwills stuff all the time.

Also, just a tidbit to know what you're buying. BMW uses real rubber wiper inserts. To prevent the edges of the wiper insert from getting a groove worn in the, every 4 days or so the wipers blades change position about 1/2" so the other edge of the wiper blade is resting against the windshield. That's the kind of detail the engineers put into designing a car.

The 370Z is a great car, but more a a sports car, not designed as much for comfort, driveability, etc. The resale value on the BMW will also hold better, for two reasons. First, it is a used car so the original owner has already taken the biggest hit on depreciation. Second, a BMW will hold its value better than a Nissan anyway.

These are just some things to consider, take it for what its worth.

 

I would personally get a 335i. You can easily find one for about 30k. But, if it were between the 370z and 328i, I would go for the 328i. The new Z's might have problems in the future, as they are the first models of their kind. Z's are much cheaper to take care though. The 328i's have been out for a couple years now.

 

328i will feel too slow for you coming from a Z. Atleast look into the 335

 

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...e&rdpage=thumb

Go test drive both the 370z and 335 and see which you prefer.