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HippoSleek · 01-23-2003, 07:58 AM

That car is almost as fast as an e30 M3. Has a great chassis - even if a good bit heavier. Is more reliable, yet fun to drive. Has A+ resale value, but can be picked up in good shape for 10-15 grand.

Cheaper than a teggy, likely as much fun, cheaper to insure, more expensive on maintenance - but 325's aren't POSes either. Oh yeah - and when you have a race car and want a daily driver, a 325 is heads and tails above an ITR. ITRs are not known for being good road cars, they are known for being good mixed use cars. On the streets, they are uncomfortable b/c they are a cheap chassis that is all decked out. A 325 will perform almost as well on teh track, but is a GREAT road car. ...and you ARE buying a driver, not another track car, right?

I recently pushed myself to decide that when I buy my next driver, it will not be an e36 m3. As much as I want them, I already plan on owning one race car. I don't need a second (that isn't just a shell/parts car). 3 series would be great - but not an M. I'm looking at a 540 Sport Wagon, T5r, or maybe a newer A4 wagon. With a wagon, there is an 85% chance I'll be able to keep it off the track. (plus I think wagons are pretty cool)

01-23-2003, 07:58 AM	#22
HippoSleek Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: elsewhere Posts: 2,081 Trader Rating: (0)	e36 325 That car is almost as fast as an e30 M3. Has a great chassis - even if a good bit heavier. Is more reliable, yet fun to drive. Has A+ resale value, but can be picked up in good shape for 10-15 grand. Cheaper than a teggy, likely as much fun, cheaper to insure, more expensive on maintenance - but 325's aren't POSes either. Oh yeah - and when you have a race car and want a daily driver, a 325 is heads and tails above an ITR. ITRs are not known for being good road cars, they are known for being good mixed use cars. On the streets, they are uncomfortable b/c they are a cheap chassis that is all decked out. A 325 will perform almost as well on teh track, but is a GREAT road car. ...and you ARE buying a driver, not another track car, right? I recently pushed myself to decide that when I buy my next driver, it will not be an e36 m3. As much as I want them, I already plan on owning one race car. I don't need a second (that isn't just a shell/parts car). 3 series would be great - but not an M. I'm looking at a 540 Sport Wagon, T5r, or maybe a newer A4 wagon. With a wagon, there is an 85% chance I'll be able to keep it off the track. (plus I think wagons are pretty cool)