[IcebergM4]

Hello everyone. I recently sold my 2011 6MT N55 335 cpe (AW/CR) and I'm in the market for a new coupe. I've been following the GT-R for some time and a put a deposit on an incoming 2013 due for delivery in April. I know I know, it's just a Nissan, but the performance is phenomenal. I recently found a loaded 2012 335is with DCT (also AW/CR) and have the chance to get it for invoice. I test drove another DCT 335is and I was completely blown away by the performance!! I know some of you might be asking why I'm comparing a 335is with a GT-R, but my next car purchase will be one I keep for a while. I also would like to stay in the BMW family and the is's fit and finish can't be denied. My fiance and I are using her Murano as a DD right now. I can easily afford the payment and maintenance on either car, so that's not a concern. I drove a 2011 M3 DCT back to back with the IS and wasn't really impressed with the M3's acceleration and fuel consumption. I appreciate your time and opinions on this matter, as I have only a short time to make the decision.

[Brey335i]

GTR just a Nissan? Lol

[E90_boostjunky]

is that even a question. GTR all day hands down.

[korr]

What you mean its just a nissan lol. IF you can afford the GTR, i say go for it honestly, because thats what i would do, and im pretty sure you wont regret it. But like you said if you want to stay in the bmw family. the 335is is not bad a choice either, but i personally would rather take the M3 instead. GL with your decision!

[rbtamms]

Whenever I see a Nissan GTR...it looks very intimidating...

[morphius909]

The GT-R is in the M5 class or at least I've seen performance comparisons to it.

Way different price point vs the 335i as well.

If you can afford it...GT-R all the way.

[edirtaynine]

Originally Posted by Brey335i

GTR just a Nissan? Lol

+1

[Q4P]

Two different cars for 2 different purposes... if performance is your goal, then the choice is obvious here.

No idea who would say the GTR is just a nissan.

[TheStigsTwin]

Have you driven the GT-R yet? The performance potential of the car is phenominal and cannot be denied. I would say that whether or not you can live with it as a daily driver is a big part of the equation. When I was younger I drove around stiff street to track cars without even thinking about it but now.... Well, lets just say I'm older and I hear the GT-R is a tough ride everyday. Make sure you drive it. I suspect the 335is will blend daily use with performance more efficiently but that GT-R.. Wow, i would love to ring one of those out on the track for a day.

[SLCGoonski]

I've heard GTRs are expensive to own (even though you say you can afford either). Gotta think about insurance rates, tires, gas, etc...

[M3PGH]

If your looking for a daily driver, the 335is will definitely be a softer ride, but by no means is the GT-R an unbearable daily driver. If you have decent roads and set it on comfort it's not a bad DD IMHO. Like it has been said before, there is just no comparison. Good luck

[Bavarian13]

How long are you planning on owning the car? How many miles will you put on it?

[Carl Morris]

Would have to know what you really want in a car. Like somebody else said, if performance is top priority the choice is obvious. Sounds like maybe that's not your top priority, though.

[TheBingoBalls]

Originally Posted by TheStigsTwin

Have you driven the GT-R yet? The performance potential of the car is phenominal and cannot be denied. I would say that whether or not you can live with it as a daily driver is a big part of the equation. When I was younger I drove around stiff street to track cars without even thinking about it but now.... Well, lets just say I'm older and I hear the GT-R is a tough ride everyday. Make sure you drive it. I suspect the 335is will blend daily use with performance more efficiently but that GT-R.. Wow, i would love to ring one of those out on the track for a day.

This. Performance there is no comparison but comfort definitely takes a pretty big hit with the GT-R (based what I've read from reviews). If you can tolerate it and can easily afford the GT-R, I say go for that but if not, the 335is is a good car.

[sinister1]

What is the warranty period for the GTR? And what about fuel pump issues? LOL, just kidding....man, go for the GT-R!

[avocet]

one word - duh.

no brainer.

[BQTuning]

If you are looking for best performance then the GTR

If you are looking for a DD then the 335is

If you want your cake and eat it at the same time then mod the hell out of the 335is.

Nothing feels better than a build investment that you can sit back, look at it and say yes I did this.

[3er]

Talking performance only, a GTR is leaps and bounds better than anything BMW makes - especially the 335is. If I had enough disposable income that I didn't care to save, I'd have a GTR in my garage right now.

For shits and giggles:

[IcebergM4]

I didn't mean to say that the GT-R is "just a Nissan" because I am by no means a fanboy. I've owned a G37 and IS-F previously and they were pretty good cars. I plan on keeping the car for at least 4 or 5 years and yes, performance is top priority only because I want to have some fun.

[SilverII]

GTR

[BQTuning]

Originally Posted by Iceberg3

I didn't mean to say that the GT-R is "just a Nissan" because I am by no means a fanboy. I've owned a G37 and IS-F previously and they were pretty good cars. I plan on keeping the car for at least 4 or 5 years and yes, performance is top priority only because I want to have some fun.

Then the GTR....just pray you dont meet someone with a hulk modded 335is cause that will really piss you off

[Carl Morris]

Originally Posted by Iceberg3

yes, performance is top priority

There you go.