Quote Originally Posted by Raza View Post
Why are 435is cheaper than comparable 335is and around the same price as M235is? It’s the most expensive of the three from factory. I like the 4 series (of that generation, the whale mouth one is hideous), but I’d rather have the rear doors of a 3 series or the smaller side of the M235i (especially if I decide to sell the Z4 before having a replacement lined up). The 4 is very stylish, but despite the larger size and back seat, doesn’t seem all that practical. I mean, much more practical than my Z4, which is why it’s still on the list…and surprisingly becoming front runner.



I’d prefer AWD, but it’s so hard to find what you’re looking for these days when you refuse to buy an automatic. If the previous generation Golf R just came with a sunroof, I wouldn’t be in this dilemma. But a fixed roof car with a backseat and no sunroof? I’ve never owned a car without one and it feels so strange whenever I’m in one. I get claustrophobic.
I've only owned a few automatics - my two BMW 5 series and my current Jeta GLI, and as much as I love a manual tranny, the DSG is sublime, and, quicker than the manual. I'm loving it.

Why not the MK8 over a MK7? I've driven both extensively (2017R and 2021R owned by friends) and I feel the MK8 superior in every way, and so does my MK7 owner friend.

Heck, do what I did - get a Jetta GLI and toss $$$ at it to give it almost 400HP and Corvette handling on the skidpad. I love a good sleeper!