What else can you get for STI money?

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Dec 28, 2007 | 11:34 AM

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cdawg

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From: San Jose

Car Info: 05 SLK 350

All new BMWs include 4 years service.

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Originally Posted by mattsn0w

BMW is very nice, but cost of maintenance is $$$$.

i'll wait it out before I buy another new car. It's more likely that i'll buy a donor STi car and pimp my wagon with brembos, 2.5L, and a 6-speed w/ DCCD. that will run me what, $10-$15k ?

Dec 28, 2007 | 05:13 PM

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Car Info: 09 STi, 10 Cayman S

how do the 335's handle and brake? I know they make great power..

Dec 29, 2007 | 08:09 PM

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Car Info: SGM 135i

Here's what Jeremy Clarkson said about the 135i. Should make the decision making a lot easier.

"The fact of the matter is this. The 135 coupé is the best car BMW makes. I have no hesitation at all, then, in giving this long-awaited return to form the rare accolade of five stars. "

Full Article:
http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/tol...cle3103294.ece