M3 vs C63 AMG vs RS4 Saloons....
Discussion
To be used as your only car for every situation which one would you choose and why?
Having not driven any of them 'yet' Im leaning towards the AMG, it seems to be the hooligans choice... The exhaust note sounds lovely from the tests ive seen, the looks are... unrestrained... looks like a monster of a car...
The M3 is a very close second but Im not sure on the coupé's front and the saloons rear... also I think the interior is too bland for an M Car it should at least have the option of Carbon trim like the Audi and the Merc...
The RS4 is a few years old now so you could save a bunch by getting a second hand one... Although the interior dash looks dated in comparison IMO (and I have an A4) and Ive always thought the front overhang was too much. 4wheel drive is a plus point for added safety but also restricts 'fun'... If one had a toy in the garage I'd say the RS4 is the weapon of choice...but as your only car it looks like the other two offer more...
Both the M3 and C63 are getting close to £60,000 for a good spec, the Audi could be had for nearly £20,000 less!
What would you have?
I'm biased, but I adore the RS4 because:
Limited production
From a family of limited production cars
Flared wheel-arches (muscle!)
Characterful, sonorous V8
Seats that squish you into place
Enthusiasm for and respect for the brand (from all walks of life I find)
Firm residual values
Steering wheel and seats give a real sense of occasion even when bimbling
The handling feels very, very nice indeed. Not go karty like an Elise, it just feels precise, well weighted and inspires confidence
Sensible fuel economy is doable (mid 20s)
Looks very different from the rest of the range
Driving position is absolutely dead on
I don't "like" many modern BMWs or Mercedes though, but that's my two one-hundredths of a US currency unit
Limited production
From a family of limited production cars
Flared wheel-arches (muscle!)
Characterful, sonorous V8
Seats that squish you into place
Enthusiasm for and respect for the brand (from all walks of life I find)
Firm residual values
Steering wheel and seats give a real sense of occasion even when bimbling
The handling feels very, very nice indeed. Not go karty like an Elise, it just feels precise, well weighted and inspires confidence
Sensible fuel economy is doable (mid 20s)
Looks very different from the rest of the range
Driving position is absolutely dead on
I don't "like" many modern BMWs or Mercedes though, but that's my two one-hundredths of a US currency unit
again not really having any experience only knowledge..
the rs4 seems like the best allrounder. it'd be the avant not saloon though.
but if i was in the market for one it'd be on the never never/co.car so that gets you to a car that isn't produced yest and one that is.
so do you wait for the bmw?
i'd say only car go bmw, if one of two and you've got something genuinely sporty for weekends go merc.
overall i still like the old skoolness of the audi.
it's a sahame cars keep growing because that's an ideal size for a family car (IMO)
the rs4 seems like the best allrounder. it'd be the avant not saloon though.
but if i was in the market for one it'd be on the never never/co.car so that gets you to a car that isn't produced yest and one that is.
so do you wait for the bmw?
i'd say only car go bmw, if one of two and you've got something genuinely sporty for weekends go merc.
overall i still like the old skoolness of the audi.
it's a sahame cars keep growing because that's an ideal size for a family car (IMO)
Dr G said:
I'm biased, but I adore the RS4 because:
Limited production
From a family of limited production cars
Flared wheel-arches (muscle!)
Characterful, sonorous V8
Seats that squish you into place
Enthusiasm for and respect for the brand (from all walks of life I find)
Firm residual values
Steering wheel and seats give a real sense of occasion even when bimbling
The handling feels very, very nice indeed. Not go karty like an Elise, it just feels precise, well weighted and inspires confidence
Sensible fuel economy is doable (mid 20s)
Looks very different from the rest of the range
Driving position is absolutely dead on
I don't "like" many modern BMWs or Mercedes though, but that's my two one-hundredths of a US currency unit
What he said.Limited production
From a family of limited production cars
Flared wheel-arches (muscle!)
Characterful, sonorous V8
Seats that squish you into place
Enthusiasm for and respect for the brand (from all walks of life I find)
Firm residual values
Steering wheel and seats give a real sense of occasion even when bimbling
The handling feels very, very nice indeed. Not go karty like an Elise, it just feels precise, well weighted and inspires confidence
Sensible fuel economy is doable (mid 20s)
Looks very different from the rest of the range
Driving position is absolutely dead on
I don't "like" many modern BMWs or Mercedes though, but that's my two one-hundredths of a US currency unit
Although I'm biased too.
I'd add the seats don't squish that much if you get the optional Recaros. (A good thing.)
The car lets you change gear all by yourself.
And most people don't think you're a show off.
C63 estate, but I'm a bit biased.
I also want to move to the US as theirs will cost US$53,800 (£27,000)... less than half what we pay
http://www.leftlanenews.com/mercedes-benz-c63-amg....
I also want to move to the US as theirs will cost US$53,800 (£27,000)... less than half what we pay
http://www.leftlanenews.com/mercedes-benz-c63-amg....
New M3 Coupe of course (they are bringing a Saloon and Convertible out 
) in White with plain black leather. 
Or get an original M3 (E30) and loads of money spare to buy a nice Porsche!
Mercedes - Personally I think it's ugly though thats only my opinion.
Audi RS4 - Great car my mum had one and loved it, got to be in blue though! Still like the M3 more.
Or buy a Porsche 911 (996) GT3 or turbo.
ETA: your asking me what I'd pick as a best everyday car?? A Porsche 911 (996) turbo X50 of course now what are waiting about for?
) in White with plain black leather. Or get an original M3 (E30) and loads of money spare to buy a nice Porsche! Mercedes - Personally I think it's ugly though thats only my opinion.
Audi RS4 - Great car my mum had one and loved it, got to be in blue though! Still like the M3 more.
Or buy a Porsche 911 (996) GT3 or turbo.
ETA: your asking me what I'd pick as a best everyday car?? A Porsche 911 (996) turbo X50 of course now what are waiting about for?
Edited by car.chic on Friday 29th February 18:13
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