All threads in this forum are "supposed" to be centered around the E9x - off topic content is generally moved to the dedicated OT forums (OT/PolySci) by the mods. Members of this forum have asked for a dedicated thread, just for OT content, allowing our "E9x community" to join the conversation without having to leave the comfort of our neighborhood... I mean, this forum.
The members asked for it, we listened. (The E36 forum has the same type of thread, running with much success.)
If it works, I will stick it. If it fails, it gets closed.
I had one for a full week in February. While the styling isn't exactly spectacular in my eyes, the engine (and exhaust note) changes the game. Nothing like a tuned 563 horsepower 6.2-liter V8 (MB calls it a 6.3-liter, but it is really 6208 cc). Step on the gas and it hunkers down and scooooots! It handles well too. Yes, it is a lot of fun to drive.
Of course, it gets TONS of looks and compliments. My son really enjoyed when we would pull into a strip mall/shopping center and open the gullwing doors in unison. :thumbup: Of all the cars I have had over the years, the SLS captured the most attention - I spent more than an hour in a grocery store parking lot allowing people to sit in it and take pictures one afternoon.
I have a story about it coming up in Autoblog in a week or so.
Ryan, thanks for your advice on the E36 OT Thread, I think the way you guys run that is an inspiration to us, and helped our Mods give the:thumbup: to us having one as well.
I mean, a single thread quickly fragments.....chilled tootsies....moderator eruptions....animal husbandry....legal advice....dealer recommendations....Audis....
Mike - Thanks for doing this. It will be interesting to see how it unravels. Question: If someone posts a new thread, for example: "Comparing the two POS rental cars I had this weekend", will the mod's be able to merge that thread into this one?
Good question... that may muddy the water, as it will likely drop random posts into their sequential time slots (I think) confusing all. I really don't know. :dunno:
When the E93 335i eventually passes away, (y'all saw what I did there right?) a potential candidate is the CTS-V Coupe. Have you driven it yet or the Coupe 3.6DI? If you did, please post the link.
If you can get past the interior (GM-ish), the mechanicals and underpinnings are superb. It is a great driver's car, in either transmission (I prefer the 6MT). Collectors... go grab a 6MT Wagon (very limited and rare).
I agree, I want one every time I see one...right up until I sit in one. What an ergonomic mess. the steering wheel to hand to gear lever is a mess it is actually painful.
Back to the CTS-V, I am amused by Cadillac pricing scheme - 180 from the germans. 6AT is standard, 6MT is an option. the sedan base price is more than the coupe.
At least at the dealership we went to, they told us their main customer base for the 2nd gen CTS is BM owners. Another bimmer couple were working a deal on a sedan, black over cashmere (creme) just like their current BM.
:thumbup: Wow. This was fast. I am in shock. Kudos to Emission and Llando88 for making this happen. Now if I post something on-topic in here, will it result in a report, ban or deletion? I'm confused, it's messing with my mind.
This makes me want to turn my sig into purple, as a drop in the bucket to support Emission after the hefty 25% moderator pay-cut he took for the team.
I have just had a message from the "Personal Messaging" system.
They feel that the E9X OT thread violates their CBA ans are suing anyone who post personal message material in E9X OT.
The PM section is debating whether or not to decertify. If they do decertify, they will be bringing an anti-trust law suit against Bimmerfest E9X forum and affiliated forums.
This is of course, a personal message from PM to OT and thus they will be suing themselves, and me as well for being an accessory.
Your trophy wife works? She can't be considered a trophy wife anymore. In fact, I'd go as far to assume that she's the bread winner in the mcmansion. Isn't she!? Isn't she!? Peasant.
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