/DRIVE 100 Tribute - What's the Best BMW of All Time?

jtodd_fl · 05-06-2016, 06:18 PM

V10 M5
/thread

Sassicaia · 05-06-2016, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raysspl

I would also go & say E92 M3, the last of the N/As...

Interesting. E92 wouldnt even make my top 5

Z80
E30 M3
E39 M5
E46 M3 (Manual)
F80 M3 (Manual)

MiamiFan13 · 05-06-2016, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigMacMeal

Quote:

Originally Posted by Law

Nope.
Three letters: SMG

Well... mostly likely you've never driven one before or you did but didn't know how to use it properly.
People like you might think SMG is just an automatic but it is not. It has a clutch..
SMG is a great transmission, especially with CSL tune or CSL SMG software version.

You ignorant people should stop making a statement like that.

Stop.....just stop.

MilehighM3 · 05-06-2016, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jtodd_fl

V10 M5
/thread

SMG, V10 internal oil leaks, vanos oil pump and rod bearing failures. Also the slowest track times of any M5 to date, IIRC. The E70 X5M is a better vehicle than the E60 is, was or will ever be, and it's not even in my top 25. The E39 M5 was a much better car. The current values of the two models prove that.

For me it's a toss up between a few cars I've yet to own, and may never own. I've driven all of them many times however-

E30 M3
E36 M3 LTW
E39 M5

KevinM · 05-06-2016, 09:26 PM

Well, of course everyone is biased about what they chose to buy, but of affordable modern BMWs, I'll give an honor roll call out to my current BMWs:

1) E39 M5. My daily driver for almost 12 years now, and it is amazingly still a relevant car. I'm picking up a F80 M3 on June 3 (ED) but I will keep this car. I think it is the most balanced car I will ever own.

2) Z4M coupe. The last of a breed from BMW - iconic I6 S54, MT only, minimal electronics. Another keeper.

3) Z8 - I'm not a convertible fan but I would love to have this one (would probably put the hardtop on). I'm a big fan of the S62 in the E39 M5, and this car is so beautiful...

Three Pedal Steve · 05-06-2016, 09:28 PM

1939 BMW 328...
Pre-war success.
Post war basis for Veritas racers.
And after the war, Britain stole the engine to create the Bristol straight six which was adapted by Sir Lyons for Jaguar cars until 1971.

Fundguy1 · 05-06-2016, 09:34 PM

Can't believe the 507 hasn't been mentioned yet.

dubsesd · 05-06-2016, 09:44 PM

z4mc. loved my old one. one of the most connected cars i have owned and driven

bmwerdna · 05-06-2016, 11:36 PM

I love my modest little E91 328i so that gets my vote.

Fundguy1 · 05-07-2016, 12:05 AM

Actually the best one is mine because it's mine.

adc · 05-07-2016, 12:51 AM

E36 M3, had that honest old school mechanical feel.
E46 M3 had more energy and enthusiasm but the steering was ruined IMO - and going forward through the next generations it never recovered.
Z4M vert, because wind in your hair. I might buy one while they are still reasonable.

But ultimately I don't regret that the journey has brought me to the F80.

MilehighM3 · 05-07-2016, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fundguy1

Can't believe the 507 hasn't been mentioned yet.

It has, read the thread

phukjason · 05-07-2016, 01:47 AM

1) There is only one BMW which won more racing titles than any other car in history of BMW.

BMW E30 M3

Racing improves the breed and if you use that as a measuring stick then choice is clear. It is the car after all other M cars were modeled after. It is the M car with highest resale value. It is easily and by far the best BMW ever made. It is a winner and champion.

2) It has been said that the most balanced and practical BMW of all time in terms of price/utility/performance/weigh distribution/gas mileage is

BMW E39 530i.

It is the quintessential BMW that will not break the bank. It is very good at literally everything, but excellent at nothing. Being average at everything at a lot of things is evolutionary the most advantageous.

3) Most famous BMW engine. This is easy choice and while V10 is glorious everybody who knows BMWs will realize

S38 I-6 in E34 M5 is essence of what BMW is. Hand built.

4) Above is my opinion based without taking bias into consideration. Being that I am on my 5th E39 M5 you can probably guess my choice for best BMW.

JMD · 05-07-2016, 02:11 AM

I vote the E36 M3 as the best! It's Fast,...relatively lightweight,...and goes around corners like crazy!

Plus,...it was my first M car!

Swashplate · 05-07-2016, 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KevinM

Well, of course everyone is biased about what they chose to buy, but of affordable modern BMWs, I'll give an honor roll call out to my current BMWs:

1) E39 M5. My daily driver for almost 12 years now, and it is amazingly still a relevant car. I'm picking up a F80 M3 on June 3 (ED) but I will keep this car. I think it is the most balanced car I will ever own.

2) Z4M coupe. The last of a breed from BMW - iconic I6 S54, MT only, minimal electronics. Another keeper.

3) Z8 - I'm not a convertible fan but I would love to have this one (would probably put the hardtop on). I'm a big fan of the S62 in the E39 M5, and this car is so beautiful...

What he said.

x5mad · 05-07-2016, 07:08 AM

Best BMW engine - the one in the mclaren F1. A shame they didn't use it for themselves. Would have loved to see a BMW supercar.

Robin_NL · 05-07-2016, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by x5mad

Best BMW engine - the one in the mclaren F1. A shame they didn't use it for themselves. Would have loved to see a BMW supercar.

At last, somebody agrees with me, S70/2 in the McLaren F1 is without doubt the greatest (BMW) engine ever

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robin_NL

M1 Procar, easy.

Best BMW engine ever: S70/2

Cheers
Robin

Cheers
Robin

3M TAPE · 05-07-2016, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Law

Not sure when i used "automatic" to describe SMG so speak for yourself

Ok then.. tell me why you hate SMG? (No, it's not an automatic slushbox)
I really want to hear this.

GFK007 · 05-07-2016, 02:54 PM

1)e30 M3
2)e46 csl
3)e39
4)z8 - may have underperformed, but IMO, the prettiest car BMW has ever made.

Needbmwpartzz · 05-07-2016, 02:58 PM

E90 328 x-drive.

XMetal · 05-07-2016, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigMacMeal

Ok then.. tell me why you hate SMG? (No, it's not an automatic slushbox)
I really want to hear this.

When did "automatic" implies that it's a slushbox? To me, and most people, an "automatic" is anything that can shift itself. So, yes, a slushbox, SMG, DTC, PDK, etc...(whatever the technology behind it) anything without a 3rd pedal IS an "automatic"!

Law · 05-07-2016, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XMetal

When did "automatic" implies that it's a slushbox? To me, and most people, an "automatic" is anything that can shift itself. So, yes, a slushbox, SMG, DTC, PDK, etc...(whatever the technology behind it) anything without a 3rd pedal IS an "automatic"!

AHAHAHA its okay just let the guy have his moment.

When you see Convertible SMG M3s being listed under "manual" on Autotrader be sure to thank BigMacMeal for helping to educate the masses

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