BigBodyBenzC240

I am thinking about crossing over to the dark side and picking up an 04 M3. I am also looking at an 05 C55. I like MB but the M3 is just so sexy, haha. Performance wise both are close but for maintaining the cars I think both have there fair share of problems. Just curious as to what you guys would do if you had the choice between an M3 or a C55. Thanks.

TemjinX2

you want handling or torque. Test drive both and see which one you like better.

aac85

c55 ftw

its more rare

m3s are everywhere

samaritrey

i would take the c55 because i like the car better for many reasons. the m3 would be better if you want a more track car but for everyday use i would rather use a c55. either way you will be happy . my next move in a few years will be to get an slk55 amg and keep my c320 for airport duty or family hauling.

samaritrey

oh my god +1
every older BMW convertible i see is a dam m3

OneOfaKindTrini

I really like the e46 m3. Make it a horsepowerfreak turbo'd m3 every better, but a c55 is really a wolf in sheep's clothing. they both have their advantages. I'd probably take the c55.... (iTs Still a benzz))!

laneshift

I often hear of a Bimmer's stiff ride, which, depending on the person, would be a plus or an annoying factor.

Irrelevant, but I recently took a few test-drives with my brother in a C55 that he almost pulled the trigger on. Quite the pull in that sucker, my friend.

Twenty4Play

For spirited driving (tight/stiff handling), M3. For sex appeal, M3. For the fact that you can get them in manual transmission, M3. For all other reasons, including rarity, C55.

91RS

I would go with the C55. I like BMWs, but I've never cared too much for the interior layout and the buttons, dials, and such. I thought about getting a 540i, but the interior just put me off, same with the 07 328i I looked at. I really like the Benz feel and layout in the interior so much better. I think you could also get a car in better shape for the money over a BMW because Benzes aren't beat on as much and don't usually attract the young croud who buy cars to impress people. The C55 really is a beast and it's a blast to drive.

Phin

Op,what do you want out of your car?...one's a 4-door and one's a coupe...one's a sleeper and the other one's not..lol..All things being equal you should take the newer car with fewer miles.Do either come with an extended warranty?I can't speak for the C55's,but the M3's can be pricey to maintain.GL with your purchase.FWIW...I love my M3..this car will make you smile.

BigBodyBenzC240

I prefer the coupe. Already got a 4 door but not a 4 door beast like the C55. I want manual trans but the C55 is more of a daily driver. They both have the same amount of miles so I will flip a coin haha!!!

anthonyy

They are completely different feels, I've driven the 04 m3 and the 05 c32 amg (not the c55). Because I have never driven the c55, i cannot comment on power-wise but the m3 is definitely much stiffer. It's also your preference on a coupe or a small 4-door. Only you can test drive to know which one suits you better.

Phin

...My M3 is my DD...makes going to coming from work a lot more fun...

Phin

...I thought they stopped producing the C32 after the 04' model?

Norwichdelta06

both are great cars but honeslty I would never buy a used high performance sport cars like that...most ppl that buy high performance cars usually beat the **** out of them.

JattMundazMerc

I'd personally go for the C55. I agree with some others on that its more rare. M3s are everywhere. I like things others dont have lol. Plus I dont think i'd buy a 2 door car again. I had one when I was younger, but i personally prefer the practicality of a 4 door.

moosejaw

C55 easier to drive, more suited to everyday use. better handling than any other W203. Faster than M3 and very rare on the road, but perhaps the average person cannot tell a C55 from a regular W203.

E46 M3 better handling, 2 door, manual transmission. More mods for the M3 than C55. I think the m3 will hold its value more than a C55

Both are expensive to mod. (M3 slightly more) and both drink the same amount of gas.

skittles

take each one of them for a joy ride, then decide.

FrankW

depends on if you want to join a forum with younger douches or join a forum with older douches.

go drive'em and decide.

I like both.

FrankW

yes they did. 02-04 C32 ...05-06 for C55 in the US.

TexasC230

hey that funny cuz im actully looking at a c55 my self and ive had nothing but good feed back they stuffed a 5.4L V8 into that thing and now its on....good luck and ill post up the new pics when purchaced.....

HellsAngel

C55 of course.. M3 is better in 1 thing only : track days !

F1Bobby

I've had quite a few BMWs and I do like them a lot. I bought a C55 a little more than a year ago and I really do love the car.
You just have to go drive each one and then make the decision.

krisv420

I see an m3 like its an everyday thing.. I saw one C55 like three weeks ago..

Seems like M3/BMW side is the punk teenager side =(

If you want the real power with the outlook of a rare car get the C55 ( Then take me for a ride )

If i was working right now.. My car would be sold for a C32 =P just wish i knew about them before i bought my car haha

advans

C55. it's quicker. I know