Opinions on 335i vert?

alex12342011 · 02-18-2010, 08:22 PM

I've been browsing around the auto trader listings in my area, and see convertibles going for 45 to 50k. My sister is intent on getting the 335i, specifically the convertible. I'd like to offer her some advice. Honestly, I think the coupe is a better choice, less weight, and it looks more streamlined from the rear. Plus, it looks as if the convertible hardtop doesn't seem too reliable? Then again who am I to say, that's why I came here.

So.. what do you guys think?

Spec 1 · 02-19-2010, 11:45 AM

The convertible tops are reliable. I actually prefer the look of the E93 Convertible to the E92 coupe, so that's subjective. And if you sister wants a vert then let her have a vert! Coupe's are dreary being enclosed all day. If I didn't ride motorcycles I would be driving a convertible.

am_ver · 02-19-2010, 07:23 PM

The extra weight of the hard top does sap out the acceleration in the 'vert as compared to the coupe. The top is reliable, nothing wrong with it - just noises, but then you'll be told by the dealer that since it is a floating roof, noises are normal. My front windows always rattled - and a few people have complained of a buffeting/resonating noise from the rear of the car at 50-60mph.

The coupe does look better compared to the vert with the top closed. But then the top drops, on a nice sunny day - its heaven. Nothing beats that look.

Z4@Phuket · 02-19-2010, 11:05 PM

If you need a convertable , go for the new Z4

It's a whole new world

Belarus · 02-20-2010, 12:03 AM

Had my Vert for almost a year. LUV it

. The best of two worlds. Can't thank enough my wife and daughter convincing me to get it since I wanted a coupe.

Yes there is no doubt weight difference and you do feel it when you drive Vert compare to E90 or E92. It feels heavier and less agile. However is she buying a car to race with or cruise/drive around the city ? Even with almost 400lbs additional weight 335i Vert has more than enough peppiness in it. And if you add JB3 with DCI performance tune it'll be more than enough to keep her happy when she puts pedal to the metal.

Also there is nothing like taking it for a test drive. Take her to BWM dealership and take Coupe and Vert for a test drive. Ideally if she can wait until late spring so you can test drive Vert both with roof up and down.

One recommendation since she's looking to purchase a pre-owned BMW, if she does decide to go with Vert, before purchasing it take it to Touch-less car wash to make sure there are no defects and roof doesn't leak.

EDIT: after reading one of the posts above. Don't worry about external noise because of hard top. I certainly didn't notice it, and I spend quite a bit of time on hands free phone driving @ 140-150...

Good luck

b0bab0i · 02-20-2010, 02:23 AM

^ where the fvck are you driving 140-150 mph?

Belarus · 02-20-2010, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by benmoooon

^ where the fvck are you driving 140-150 mph?

I'm in Canada... we use metric system... 140-150 Km...

Dan in PA · 02-20-2010, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by benmoooon

^ where the fvck are you driving 140-150 mph?

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Originally Posted by Belarus

I'm in Canada... we use metric system... 140-150 Km...

b0bab0i · 02-20-2010, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Belarus

I'm in Canada... we use metric system... 140-150 Km...

oh haha my bad!

pmeloche · 02-20-2010, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by benmoooon

oh haha my bad!

140kph = 81mph.

02-18-2010, 08:22 PM	#1
alex12342011 Registered 3 Rep 1 Posts Drives: TBA Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Opinions on 335i vert? I've been browsing around the auto trader listings in my area, and see convertibles going for 45 to 50k. My sister is intent on getting the 335i, specifically the convertible. I'd like to offer her some advice. Honestly, I think the coupe is a better choice, less weight, and it looks more streamlined from the rear. Plus, it looks as if the convertible hardtop doesn't seem too reliable? Then again who am I to say, that's why I came here. So.. what do you guys think?
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Spec 1 Faster in the Corners 58 Rep 1,062 Posts Drives: '91 E30, '05 ZX6-R, '06 300C Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	The convertible tops are reliable. I actually prefer the look of the E93 Convertible to the E92 coupe, so that's subjective. And if you sister wants a vert then let her have a vert! Coupe's are dreary being enclosed all day. If I didn't ride motorcycles I would be driving a convertible. __________________ '91 M42 E30 - All sorts of goodies.
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am_ver Lieutenant 38 Rep 587 Posts Drives: Audi A6 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SF Bay Area (Woodside) iTrader: (2)	The extra weight of the hard top does sap out the acceleration in the 'vert as compared to the coupe. The top is reliable, nothing wrong with it - just noises, but then you'll be told by the dealer that since it is a floating roof, noises are normal. My front windows always rattled - and a few people have complained of a buffeting/resonating noise from the rear of the car at 50-60mph. The coupe does look better compared to the vert with the top closed. But then the top drops, on a nice sunny day - its heaven. Nothing beats that look. __________________ 2006 A6 3.2 Quattro 2008 e93 335i, 6sp MT, Montego Blue, Saddle, Burl, ZSP, Bluetooth, iDrive, PDC, V1+CD 2007 e92 335i coupe, 6sp MT, Montego, Beige, ZPP, iDrive, PDC 2006 e90 325i, ZPP, iDrive, Arctic, Xenon
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Z4@Phuket Lieutenant 69 Rep 432 Posts Drives: Z4 E89 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Bangkok, Thailand iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW Z4 [8.00] 2004 BMW 525i [0.00]	If you need a convertable , go for the new Z4 It's a whole new world __________________
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02-20-2010, 12:03 AM	#5
Belarus Brigadier General 154 Rep 3,868 Posts Drives: E93 335i Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: GTA iTrader: (11) Garage List 2008 E93 335i (Conv ... [4.40]	Had my Vert for almost a year. LUV it . The best of two worlds. Can't thank enough my wife and daughter convincing me to get it since I wanted a coupe. Yes there is no doubt weight difference and you do feel it when you drive Vert compare to E90 or E92. It feels heavier and less agile. However is she buying a car to race with or cruise/drive around the city ? Even with almost 400lbs additional weight 335i Vert has more than enough peppiness in it. And if you add JB3 with DCI performance tune it'll be more than enough to keep her happy when she puts pedal to the metal. Also there is nothing like taking it for a test drive. Take her to BWM dealership and take Coupe and Vert for a test drive. Ideally if she can wait until late spring so you can test drive Vert both with roof up and down. One recommendation since she's looking to purchase a pre-owned BMW, if she does decide to go with Vert, before purchasing it take it to Touch-less car wash to make sure there are no defects and roof doesn't leak. EDIT: after reading one of the posts above. Don't worry about external noise because of hard top. I certainly didn't notice it, and I spend quite a bit of time on hands free phone driving @ 140-150... Good luck __________________ 12.770 @ 112.81 mph\|\|slip\|\|JB4\|FMIC\|DPs\|DCI\|N54 DVs\|ER CP\|Koni FSD\|Eibach-Pro\|F Strut-bar\|R Sway-bar\|Hankooks V12\|DPE SP16\|BBK\|15%Tint\|CF Front Lip\|CF Diffuser\|M3 Spoiler\|SmartTop\|LUX AE\|Debadged Last edited by Belarus; 02-20-2010 at 12:10 AM..
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02-20-2010, 02:23 AM	#6
b0bab0i Major 24 Rep 1,033 Posts Drives: 03 TiAG z4 3.0i w/ hardtop Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	^ where the fvck are you driving 140-150 mph?
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