[midwest 340xi 6sp]

Originally Posted by tehlopez

Two totally different cars for two totally different groups of consumers. The 228i is a more practical and cost effective car while the 235i is a more hardcore version of the 228i meant for the enthisuast. The real tradeoff is cost of ownership is much higher than that of the 228i. Long run you will probably spend close to triple the amount for gas, tires, brakes, and motor oil top offs on the 235i than you would on the 228i. In my experience so far, the costs on my 2016 M235i are more than that of my 2015 328i sportline (which I would expect the 228i to be similar in running costs) and my 2013 528i combined (I keep strict tabs on everything). If you take that into consideration many people will choose the 228i over the 235i due to its lowered overall cost of ownership. For those that it running costs is not a factor they are most likely the enthusiast whom wants the raw performance and track ability of an affordable sports coupé. Simply put. If you want a fun and more than capable commuter car, get the 228i. If you plan on modifying a 228i and can afford the offset in costs you are better off just buying a stock 235i and keeping your service warranty. Hope this helps just a little! @Bozman feel free to dm me if you have questions. Cheers
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I've been told by friends that the CPO program comes highly recommended. I personally have yet to use it because of the owners choice program, but I definitely see the benefit if you plan of keeping the car more than two years.

I've owned an N20 car for 3 years and my m235 for 1.5 years now. In my experience the M235i cost of ownership isn't sniffing 3x my N20 experience. Only way I can imagine this is if one is tracked and the other isn't.

And if I was a 228 owner, I'd probably consider myself every bit the enthusiast as 235 owner is...

I do agree that if the plan is to throw a bunch of mod $$'s at the 228, you'd probably be better off just getting the bigger motor to begin with.

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