10-21-2014, 09:08 PM | #23 |
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I was in the same boat as you before I decided to get a m235i
The 228i I build had $550 for paint $3000 for msport $900 for lighting It was somehwere just below $38,000 I negotiated down to $31,800 with incentives at the time (in July) Ended up getting a m235i It comes standard with Power seats Lighting package Moonroof Msport That you would have to pay for in a 228i I added Metallic paint Red leather interior And paid $41,450 If you skip the leather you'll may be able to get your $40k mark or maybe below |
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10-22-2014, 01:57 AM | #24 |
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Mine was a pretty similar build (with the 2014 model). I live in SoCal now and really didn't care about the heated seats. I was really looking forward to the power seats with memory buttons because any time my wife drives my car, it takes me a while to get the seat back to where I like it. Having said that, I realized that it happens very rarely and wasn't worth it when I was trying to go on the cheaper side (MSRP of $40k, bought for $37k). Manual seats took a little bit of time to get used to because there are so many buttons/ levers. Every time someone gets in my car, they can't figure out how to push the seat back. For the driver though, they seem great to me.
I think the H/K system could be improved, but is still way better than the stock and worth the price. Lighting seems to be a no brainer. I occasionally see pretty recent M3's driving around OC with non-Xenon lights and it seems so ridiculously dated. It does seem to provide a really good view at night as well. |
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10-27-2014, 09:19 PM | #25 |
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I'm finally getting ready to build mine and have pretty much decided on lighting, m and track packs, and cold weather. I'm also considering the premium package, but would prefer the resiliency of the sensatec seats. But I also want the auto dimming mirrors, keyless start etc. I wish you could order a premium package with sensatec and I'd do it. Otherwise, I'll have to go with the power seat option and moonroof ala cart and forego the other items.
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