Voize

The new M3 looks wicked, I havent decide should I change my SLK350 to M3..?

The new M3 definitely will cost much much expensive, currently it cost US$63000++ average. The new one, I estimate will cost US$75000++ .

I just love SLK so much, the hard-top convertible feeling is priceless..

HLG600

Stick it out man. Enjoy the SLK350 for a while and wait for the new SLK63. Or, wait for the SLK63 release, purchase an SLK55 at price depreciation point, and tune it to outperform the new M3 with the money saved from not going with an SLK63.

Voize

hmmm... dunno hahaha

new M3 looks is irresistable too. I think I am going to keep my slk, sell my bro's, 545i and get new M3. But then I only can ride 6 persons all together.. instead of 7 people in my family.

HLG600

Personally, I'd hold out for the 63. But, to each his own, and if the M3 is the toy for you then go for it and enjoy it!

Or, trade up the 545 for an M5.

Edit: Wow, I forgot to even mention. Do you have any interest in the 4DR M3? Meet your seven person neccesity and have both an M3 and SLK.

Voize

woot 4D M3 ?? is there any? I don't think slk 63amg is gonna come out any sooner than new M3.. what do u think?

HLG600

Hmm, not to sure about exact release dates. SLK63 seems like a while away, but I'm pretty sure it will be worth the wait. A 4DR M3 is coming out, and it will be one helluva compromise with the new V8 motor and 5 seat room.

-1-

This is SOLID logic. When, if, the SLK 63 arrives, new and used SLK 55s could be a great choice at a bargain price.

Voize

I checked out M3 sedan. Not as appealing as M3 Coupe. Infact the 3-series coupe itself, 335i has stolen my heart with its body shape looks and its 300 hp twin-turbo charged in-line engine.

Easy-SLK

You live in Fantasy land. You don't even have an SLK. Your ignorant posts are now clear, no wonder you cannot understand what people say to you. Go away and get an education. I know I wind peole up on here, but at least I dam well own one.

http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r171...drive-slk.html

HLG600

Thank you.

Simpsonsrules

Im just wondering about the weight distribution of the car. The reason the previous M3 was so remarkable was excellent distrubtion of weight, amongst a million other things. I believe they said for the 335i, they didnt want to go with a bigger engine was because of the distribution of weight. So if the frame is about the same, im wondering how they plain on making this work. Hope this doesnt turn out like some glorified Mustang. But hey, its BMW, im sure they know what they are doing ( o wait, they made iDrive, ehh, they are still working on it)

HLG600

From what I heard, the new V8 is supposed to be very close in weight to the old I6.

Simpsonsrules

that would be impressive.

carnutess

Someone wrote,Quote:The new M3 looks wicked, I havent decide should I change my SLK350 to M3..?

The new M3 definitely will cost much much expensive, currently it cost US$63000++ average. The new one, I estimate will cost US$75000++ .

I just love SLK so much, the hard-top convertible feeling is priceless..///

Don't worry, sources tell me that sometime after the new M3 coupes get here next spring will follow the first-ever retractable-hardtop Beemer with a whopping 400 M3 ponies!!! At that point the 55 AMG just wont cut it, i reckon.
Im already praying for the slk63, our only hope it seems.

Voize

ok then SLK for now. I'm not considering SLK63, even if it's gonna be released. By that time (3-4 yrs?), something new from benz going to be more appealing. New SL maybe?

Vodil

Personally, I don't see the argument. M3 and SLK are so different that in my mind they don't compete. The BMW is always going to be better on the track. The MB is always going to have those luxury features. MB also has some unique things like the roof, the F1 nose etc.

The SLK was the first MB I ever bought after a couple of BMWs because it was the first to drive anywhere near as good as the BMWs, but if I wanted to race (and could not afford an SLR), I would go back to Bavaria.
Or, how about both?

carnutess

They'll both have the convertible hardtop, they'll both reach 60 in 4+ seconds, they'll be about the same price, they'll both have paddle shifters, they'll both be fun little rear wheel drive sports cars with high-tec features and quality craftsmanship, etc etc, thats why many folks may consider both come summer. To me, anyway.

Voize

hmmm new M3 hardtop convertible? I estimate the new M3 will do 4.7 in acceleration, than its current 4.9

correct me if i'm wrong.

Simpsonsrules

Most report 4.8, with M5 and M6 recorded at 4.5, that should sound about right, but BMW has a habit of reporting cars slightly slower than others test at, so you could probably push a lil faster for all Ms.

carnutess

If memory serves me right Car & Driver has already squeezed low-to-mid 4's out of a stock 333 hp M3, so i wouldnt be suprised to see a dip down into 3's for 07! They could engineer it if they wanted to.
Thats why I say Benz may need to six-three/four-seventy-five our beloved amg, otherwise how will we manage to hold our heads up high?
I really think Benz might loose sales to this new competition, after all, its likely to be a 2+2, whereas the slk only seats 2 and can feel cramped by comparison.

Ynot

but don't know how creditible it is, the MSRP is tooooooo cheap to be true.

BMW E92 M3 Coupe Pricing per M5board:

Major Standard Equipment***
Adaptive Xenon Headlights
Carbon Fiber Roof
SMG III 7-Speed transmission with DRIVELOGIC
18" M Double Spoke Alloy Wheel
18x8F/18x9R with P235/45ZR18 Front, P265/40ZR18 Rear Performance tires.


Invoice $49,117
Base Price USA Port of Entry* $53,975

Vehicle Options List
Metallic paint $475
Nappa leather $1,450
Carbon fiber trim $300
Aluminum trim NC
Comfort Access $500
M Multifunction Seats with Active Width Adjustment $1,900
Front Heated Seats $500 / ZCW
Power Rear Sunshade $350
Head-Up Display $1,000
Navigation System w/I-Drive $2,100
Power Rear Sunshade $350
Rear Park Distance Control $350
19" M Double Spoke alloy wheel $1,750
19x8.5F/19x9.5R with P235/40ZR19 Front, P265/35ZR19 Rear Performance tires.
Logic 7 sound system $1,200
SIRIUS Satellite Radio $595
High Definition Radio $500
Premium Package (ZPP) $3,100
Cold Weather Package (ZCW) $750
6-speed manual transmission NC
Rear Spoiler Deletion NC

4.0L 307kW (418HP) 420Nm

SLK55AMG

No chance of dipping into sub 4 second times unless its got around 500bhp as you need around 310-320 bhp/ton and the right gearing to hit those sorts of times.

The new 400bhp M3 should be good for 60 in 4.5 (assuming its the same weight as the E46) and 100mph in around 10.5sec

carnutess

Well, umm, I..a,.. I ..meant with slicks on!

So you've given up on the idea of getting the 55amg? why's that? By the way, what is an Aston MArtin "AMV8"? Price is? Is that the V8 Vantage?
May I have your MB forum name, if you're giving it up!? I plan to get one myself soon, the 55 that is, unless a 63 becomes available.

Has anyone attempted to special order a color, or request options not normally available on the model of your choice? Id like the 280/350 shiny dark wooden steering wheel on my amg. What about a source for slk decals?
I reckon it would look great with some tasteful hood stripes, or even along the side line. pics?

Ynot

It's called designo, get any color combo you want for $8k, they will throw in the wood, with carbon fiber and racing stripes on the steering wheel if you want. Exterior color could be had for $1,100 to $1,500 more. Interior color, MB isn't so accomodating, especially if you want custom interior and exterior, it's designo. Interior alone depends, some dealers will do it, some won't for an extra charge.

It's an SLK, not an American muscle car, why do you want decals, especially hood (racing) stripes. Even if I do know where, I'm not going to let you ruin your SLK.

dsb

Ynot,

Thanks for the information regarding the M3. If it is real, it looks like a great package. Don't get me wrong, I love my SLK. If correct, MB needs to up their game. I don't want to switch, but that M3 looks good on paper.