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I would love one, but cant justify the large expense for a car to take to work on a rainy day and to take the kids to child care 3 times a week, an all up trip of 5kms. Im sort of after a bit more style and comfort over the STI, with a bit of power over time from adding a bit here and there. I do most of my work myself, so would only be doing the basics really. I had toyed with turboing but cant really see the sense when im not after big power or big expense.

Thats starting to sound better. Are the computers remappable? If I can get to around 140- 160kwatws over time id be pretty happy. As you say power isnt everthing, but it is nice to have a certain amount when you need it. My 2006 Xr6 had a bit of poke, but wasnt really free revving and drove like a barge, so similar power to that would keep me happy.

Yip bang on. What sort of performance can I expect (compared to an STI i guess) and can you get more kws with simple breathing mods etc? My last STI had close to 350hp atw so im not expecting that. The one I have just about sold is standard, but isstill pretty quick. Im not after big power, but I really dont think 142kw will keep me interested for that long. Thanks for the help.

Hi, Im just in the process of selling my STI and am quite keen on a BMW coupe 328i. Im completely new to BMWs having owned 5 subarus recently. I having a bit of an old man complex and want to get away from the boy racer thing. Is there anything I should be looking out for specifically when purchasing? Any help is much appreciated. Cheers Matt