MoNkEyT88 Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 :excited: Yep, trading in my STI for an 02 M3. I have an 04' STI with 39,250mi on it, trading for an 02' M3 with 76,000mi on it.. Yeah, I'm getting a good deal on the trade and in the long run the M3 is cheaper anyway. I usually end up getting a new car (to me)every year anyway, I tend to get bored with what I have. I checked the CARFAX report, and the M3 has been in an accident, where as my STI has never been. I called the guy selling it, and he says that the front fender was replaced and then repainted, and it's almost impossible to tell. I'm pretty picky about EVERYTHING, so if it passes my inspection tomorrow then I will buy it. So basically, 02' M3, Titanium silver, 6-speed man, 76k mi, for $21,500. STI trade in for $19,000 = $2500 out of pocket. Hi. Bye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 They are both gorgeous!! Keep them both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mauisnow13 Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 I'll trade you a Porsche for a Z. haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john kosmatka Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Nice man! I was looking at E46 M3's myself earlier this year. They're such nice driving cars. They aren't the quickest cars out there, but their silky smooth and a joy to drive. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cygnusx1 Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 I've driven both pretty hard and have to say the STI has more adrenaline factor. The M3 just feels anemic to me. Too clean, too polished, too quiet... Still an awesome car though. Best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoNkEyT88 Posted June 22, 2008 Author Share Posted June 22, 2008 Here we go. I like it A LOT, I'm glad I went through with it. It's been a long day though. 275's on back, 245's up front. It looks MEAN! The 260Z project is jealous. Oh, and you don't get on the throttle if the roads are damp. wooooooooo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete84 Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 Very nice!! What all are you going to do to it? Is there very much to be gained in the exhaust? Chip? Awesome E46 M3 CSL straight pipe clip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mauisnow13 Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 Love the first pic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slownrusty Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 Good luck with your M3. I recently looked at purchasing an E46s and have several friends who own E46s (good and poor experiences). The pre '04 years had issues with camshaft failure and crank bearing issues. So check into those and also join bimmerforums for the best support. Good luck with the car. Regards - Yasin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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