I am considering getting an M3 (2002 or 2003) and keeping it for a couple of years. I have decided that I like variety and like to try different cars so will try getting some late model cars and changing them out very so often.
* Winter driving: I live in Denver and contrary to what most people think we don't get that much snow although we do get dumped on at times. The snow usually melts within a few days and they don't use much salt on the roads. I have an easy commute about 10 miles on back roads with very few hills. My wife has an SUV. It seems that good snow tires on a M3 make all the difference. I was considering a 330xi but it felt underpowered. I am from the midwest and grew up driving before front wheel drive was popular so snow isn't a huge issue for me but at the same time I am not a fan of sliding around in traffic. Can anyone provide me their experiences with winter driving in several inches of snow?
* Resale value. Because I plan on selling the car in a couple years I want to minimize my loss. I just sold a 1995 993 and actuially made 4% on my initial investment. I don't intend to make money but don't want to take a bug hit either. Do M3's hold their value if it is a well maintained low mileage car? How would an M3 compare to a 330i or a 540i in terms of % of value retained?
Thanks for your help.
* Winter driving: I live in Denver and contrary to what most people think we don't get that much snow although we do get dumped on at times. The snow usually melts within a few days and they don't use much salt on the roads. I have an easy commute about 10 miles on back roads with very few hills. My wife has an SUV. It seems that good snow tires on a M3 make all the difference. I was considering a 330xi but it felt underpowered. I am from the midwest and grew up driving before front wheel drive was popular so snow isn't a huge issue for me but at the same time I am not a fan of sliding around in traffic. Can anyone provide me their experiences with winter driving in several inches of snow?
* Resale value. Because I plan on selling the car in a couple years I want to minimize my loss. I just sold a 1995 993 and actuially made 4% on my initial investment. I don't intend to make money but don't want to take a bug hit either. Do M3's hold their value if it is a well maintained low mileage car? How would an M3 compare to a 330i or a 540i in terms of % of value retained?
Thanks for your help.