I really need to know.
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I really need to know.
I live in metropolitan Chicago and am definitely considering a C63. However, it would--nonsensically--be my winter car. I have an A3 winter beater right now, which will go to my very appreciative son, and am thinking of "stepping up" a bit, LOL.
My main question: can this thing handle Chicago snow and potholes? I would stick with the 18" rims and get snow tires, for sure. I consider myself to be a pretty decent driver. I would undoubtedly end up driving it for more than just the winter because it's such a fantastic car, but this is a question that must be answered before I even consider a test drive.
Should I go for it, or be more sensible and buy a 335xi sedan instead?
My main question: can this thing handle Chicago snow and potholes? I would stick with the 18" rims and get snow tires, for sure. I consider myself to be a pretty decent driver. I would undoubtedly end up driving it for more than just the winter because it's such a fantastic car, but this is a question that must be answered before I even consider a test drive.
Should I go for it, or be more sensible and buy a 335xi sedan instead?
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I live in metropolitan Chicago and am definitely considering a C63. However, it would--nonsensically--be my winter car. I have an A3 winter beater right now, which will go to my very appreciative son, and am thinking of "stepping up" a bit, LOL.
My main question: can this thing handle Chicago snow and potholes? I would stick with the 18" rims and get snow tires, for sure. I consider myself to be a pretty decent driver. I would undoubtedly end up driving it for more than just the winter because it's such a fantastic car, but this is a question that must be answered before I even consider a test drive.
Should I go for it, or be more sensible and buy a 335xi sedan instead?
My main question: can this thing handle Chicago snow and potholes? I would stick with the 18" rims and get snow tires, for sure. I consider myself to be a pretty decent driver. I would undoubtedly end up driving it for more than just the winter because it's such a fantastic car, but this is a question that must be answered before I even consider a test drive.
Should I go for it, or be more sensible and buy a 335xi sedan instead?
i live in NY so our winters and potholes are pretty much the same
worse roads in NY actually i think
anyways, in the snow this car aint going anywhere
in the rain i hear its alrite
but definitely not snow
as far as potholes are conserned, be carefull
one good pothole might **** up ur tires and/or rim and the pzero tires it comes with are very dellicate
as all real sport cars the ride will be a little stiff, but its like that in all cars of this nature
and as far as changing the tires, i think you can only have high performance ZR rated tires on it
dont think snow tires are a good idea
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I know exactly what it is, which is an eight-cylinder small sedan hot rod. I know many people who get through winter easily in RWD BMWs (5 Series, mostly), so I was only wondering if the same was true of this car.
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(think M5 if youre thinking 5 series)
dont get me wrong it will be my daily driver, and in the winter it snows here
but expect to have difficulties in severe weather
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snow and power just dont mix
NYC its pretty much the same. I usually let my car hybernate during the really snowy days.
I can be 200% attentive and still get hit or bumped by others on the road.
NYC its pretty much the same. I usually let my car hybernate during the really snowy days.
I can be 200% attentive and still get hit or bumped by others on the road.
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I for the life of me can't figure out why people spend so much on a car and drive it in the hellish conditions we have in Chicago and similar areas during the winter season. Especially a sports type car.
Winters are nothing but snow, salt, ice, and torn up roads. I have no problem parking my nice car and driving a $5k or so car. Let the elements beat the hell out of it and I won't lose one wink of sleep or care to impress as even that nice car looks like *** coated in salt and dirt.
Winters are nothing but snow, salt, ice, and torn up roads. I have no problem parking my nice car and driving a $5k or so car. Let the elements beat the hell out of it and I won't lose one wink of sleep or care to impress as even that nice car looks like *** coated in salt and dirt.
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I for the life of me can't figure out why people spend so much on a car and drive it in the hellish conditions we have in Chicago and similar areas during the winter season. Especially a sports type car.
Winters are nothing but snow, salt, ice, and torn up roads. I have no problem parking my nice car and driving a $5k or so car. Let the elements beat the hell out of it and I won't lose one wink of sleep or care to impress as even that nice car looks like *** coated in salt and dirt.
Winters are nothing but snow, salt, ice, and torn up roads. I have no problem parking my nice car and driving a $5k or so car. Let the elements beat the hell out of it and I won't lose one wink of sleep or care to impress as even that nice car looks like *** coated in salt and dirt.
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This car would be impossible to drive in the snow unless you op for the LSD option. I was going up my driveway the other night after it rainned, and it wouldn't get up there without the continuous intervention of the traction control.
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Your all friggin nutzzzzzzzzz!
you just gave the OP bad bad imfo,, hope he dosnt shun the c63 cause you told him it dosnt go in the snow!
Snow tires on this car and your golden,
For **** sakes , does it snow in Germany? Yes, Wheres this car from?
Get new rims and mount snow tires on, then just swipe out when its winter time.
I just had to post this.
I also put snows on my 335i. It goes like a tank in the snow. Its alotta fun.
you just gave the OP bad bad imfo,, hope he dosnt shun the c63 cause you told him it dosnt go in the snow!
Snow tires on this car and your golden,
For **** sakes , does it snow in Germany? Yes, Wheres this car from?
Get new rims and mount snow tires on, then just swipe out when its winter time.
I just had to post this.
I also put snows on my 335i. It goes like a tank in the snow. Its alotta fun.
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Your all friggin nutzzzzzzzzz!
you just gave the OP bad bad imfo,, hope he dosnt shun the c63 cause you told him it dosnt go in the snow!
Snow tires on this car and your golden,
For **** sakes , does it snow in Germany? Yes, Wheres this car from?
Get new rims and mount snow tires on, then just swipe out when its winter time.
I just had to post this.
I also put snows on my 335i. It goes like a tank in the snow. Its alotta fun.
you just gave the OP bad bad imfo,, hope he dosnt shun the c63 cause you told him it dosnt go in the snow!
Snow tires on this car and your golden,
For **** sakes , does it snow in Germany? Yes, Wheres this car from?
Get new rims and mount snow tires on, then just swipe out when its winter time.
I just had to post this.
I also put snows on my 335i. It goes like a tank in the snow. Its alotta fun.
if you can put diff rims and snow tires on it thats cool
i just dont know if you can/should
plus, it might be a little expensive buying a new set of rims and tires just for the snow
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are you telling me that becuase of the LSD i will have better rain/snow handling???
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Different strokes for different folks - everyone purchases an auto for different roles and not everyone can live in SoCal or South Florida for great weather and great roads.
Like someone said - the car can handle the roads. As far as snow - again, snow tires and maybe even a different set of wheels (smaller) for the strong part of the season will help you out tremendously.
Enjoy the car if you end up purchasing.
Like someone said - the car can handle the roads. As far as snow - again, snow tires and maybe even a different set of wheels (smaller) for the strong part of the season will help you out tremendously.
Enjoy the car if you end up purchasing.
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i live in NY so our winters and potholes are pretty much the same
worse roads in NY actually i think
anyways, in the snow this car aint going anywhere
in the rain i hear its alrite
but definitely not snow
as far as potholes are conserned, be carefull
one good pothole might **** up ur tires and/or rim and the pzero tires it comes with are very dellicate
as all real sport cars the ride will be a little stiff, but its like that in all cars of this nature
and as far as changing the tires, i think you can only have high performance ZR rated tires on it
dont think snow tires are a good idea
worse roads in NY actually i think
anyways, in the snow this car aint going anywhere
in the rain i hear its alrite
but definitely not snow
as far as potholes are conserned, be carefull
one good pothole might **** up ur tires and/or rim and the pzero tires it comes with are very dellicate
as all real sport cars the ride will be a little stiff, but its like that in all cars of this nature
and as far as changing the tires, i think you can only have high performance ZR rated tires on it
dont think snow tires are a good idea
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just my two cents
BUY THE C63
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i thought that getting a set of of tires and rims would be pretty expensive
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heres a vid of the C63 in the snow
maybe it will help
wish i could tell you what theyre saying
http://youtube.com/watch?v=txac2kecFq4
maybe it will help
wish i could tell you what theyre saying
http://youtube.com/watch?v=txac2kecFq4
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Your all friggin nutzzzzzzzzz!
you just gave the OP bad bad imfo,, hope he dosnt shun the c63 cause you told him it dosnt go in the snow!
Snow tires on this car and your golden,
For **** sakes , does it snow in Germany? Yes, Wheres this car from?
Get new rims and mount snow tires on, then just swipe out when its winter time.
I just had to post this.
I also put snows on my 335i. It goes like a tank in the snow. Its alotta fun.
you just gave the OP bad bad imfo,, hope he dosnt shun the c63 cause you told him it dosnt go in the snow!
Snow tires on this car and your golden,
For **** sakes , does it snow in Germany? Yes, Wheres this car from?
Get new rims and mount snow tires on, then just swipe out when its winter time.
I just had to post this.
I also put snows on my 335i. It goes like a tank in the snow. Its alotta fun.
