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Nice list of cars but I don't think I'd go with an evox or anything I wanted to mod if it was me. I'd get a nice comfy old man car that was still halfway fun to drive for my daily driver and leave it alone. Then get a fun car or bike to mess with when you want to go fast.

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I think the key is to put a lot of thought into proper mods and not go overboard, and if you do, have the maturity to remove/replace that certain part. I like to think of my X as the ultimate fun DD. It idles/drives just as easy and smooth as stock; my mom has even driven it a few times and my dad has plenty when down to visit (or me up there visiting). It's also quiet enough to be comfortable on roadtrips, talk on the phone over the Bluetooth system, and have a conversation with passengers.

Mods I have specifically avoided this time around:
-stiff motor mounts
-big cams
-lightweight flywheel
-aggressive clutch
-loud exhaust

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Not possible, I already have a long list of stuff to do to my new car although most is looks.

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@ Brandon, I like the SHO but it is bigger than what I am looking for.

I hope to be test driving the Evo X at Kline tonight, haven't heard from the other one yet that it is ready today. Also swinging by to take a 2008 335i xDrive for a test drive after work. After looking at them more it seems like they may be the right balance for me. Easilly modable to 400whp, 3800 lbs so it isn't extremely heavy and nice interior and ride.

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Alright, got a little ways tonight but didn't get to drive the Evo as it was pouring by the time I got over there. The 335xi wasn't running right, it was missing on a cylinder. The ride is very planted and composed like only BMW can seem to do. Interior was decent. One 335i I looked at was at a Nissan dealership so I decided to check out the G37x again since they had several.

The interior in this one was fine, the only thing I can think of is the seat was adjusted all goofy in the first one I sat in. I took it for a test drive and was amazed at the response of the engine, it is immediate. The handling was good (it wasn't a sport) and steering was quick, dartier than the BMW. Not that either was bad, just different. I will have to test drive a 335xi that is running decent to really tell.

So not much accomplished tonight except the G37x is back on the list and towards the top too. They have a G37xS coming in and are going to call me when it gets there in a week or so.

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Nice! Jana and I both love ours and the xS is fun. Sportier seats & paddles.

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Glad you tried the g37 again, they are nice. But if you like it, then how can you consider the SHO too large? They are full size sedans (I.e. Maxima, Avalon, Impala, Genesis, etc).

Either way, of all cars I've had as rentals for the past 8 years, the g37x was my favorite and is responsible for me wanting more torque and getting out of the 4cyl (dsm) game.

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One reason, the SHO is over 500lbs heavier than the G37x. 4,388lbs isn't going to cut it. It is also 16" longer and 7" wider. I wish they made a SHO Fusion, LOVE the looks of the new Fords.

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How about a Prius?

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I am too scared I would mod it too much!

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LOL! Neon lights around all the batteries!

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Wire in some old cell phone batteries for some extra juice!

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Hayabusa motor.

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X2!

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Alright, test drove a 2011 335i with xdrive, sport, premium and cold weather packages. It was awesome! I am going to attempt to buy it Monday. They don't have picks up yet because it is brand new trade and they haven't even cleaned it yet, but this is basically what it looks like.

http://cdn.getauto.com/photos/8/1559...E578000-4s.jpg

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I didn't realize how close that pic was, here is my car that I got. 2011 335i xDrive, M sport, premium, iDrive, comfort access and cold weather packages. 41k miles and set of 17" wheels with snow tires on them and warranty/maintenance package until 100k. I love the saddle brown interior! This really was the right car for me, very nice interior and quite sporty.


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https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphot...71505462_n.jpg

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Very nice, I have the same color interior.

I call it peanut butter, lol.

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Awesome DD! Looks great!

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Dang! Was coming to this thread to tell you I checked out a black-on-black touring package ralliart this weekend....car was HAWT I would so drive one daily.

Nice on the bimmer!

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Haha this forum is turning into kraut-style!

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I love the brown interior, wish more cars came with it. Aaron's car was really nice inside too. Congrats!

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More than you know, lol :)

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Thanks guys! Went down and picked up my durango tonight, I got 31.5mpg on the way back and I got on it a few times getting on the interstate. I keep finding new things it has like LED's under the door handles. I love never having to use a key too, just the push button start. It even has a power rear window shade. I believe it has every option available, stickered at over $57k. I didn't realize it had the headlights that turn with the wheel until I pulled in the driveway tonight :P

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You would!

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Looking good!

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Niiiiice looks good! Cant say im a fan of brown interior at all, but if you like it great! Woo for kraut!

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Thanks guys! Interior is darker than what it looks like in the pic, it is a bit washed out. I would probably call it caramel. Loving it so far!

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Nice pick up. I love that interior personally, the brown and black contrasting, 2 thumbs up!

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Nice whip! Those things can be made stupid fast with little parts. Expensive but little bit of work haha. Excellent choice though. I like the interior as well.