[solstice]

I'm considering the M235i myself. It will have similar weight and a similar engine and probably be as fun to drive for $20k less. Here's the rub, I know I will still lust for the M3 and feel a pang of regret everytime I see one while if I get the M3 I will never again think of the M235i.

I'll happily admit though that I don't think cars need to be as fast as they are today. I'm ready for lighter better handling more involving cars and I don't think that the new M3/M4 need any more power than advertised, the M235i power is more than sufficient for me but I assume the M3 will have better response which is important to me.