E90 Styling Poll

[deutsch100]

That should be BMW's new marketing slogan: "You'll get use to it."

Meanwhile, when I see a new Ferrari, I think "I love it."

I used to think the same for BMW.

I remember when the new 8-series was announced in 1991 (?).

My jaw hit the floor when I saw a poster of it at the BMW dealer.

Guess those days are gone.

AMEN!!!!!

 

[Average Jae]

welcome aboard D-ZHP! what color's yours? i recently saw a black one on the road. and coupla imola red ones. (can't tell if its the same guy or not..) nice to see another detroiter w/ zhp! (not too many of us here..)

Where in detroit do you park or drive these cars? I know I wouldn't wanna drive a luxury car in Detroit...

hey Steve, that felt like a cheap shot! that's why most luxury cars are out in the burbs

 

[jaime-330]

That should be BMW's new marketing slogan: "You'll get use to it."

Meanwhile, when I see a new Ferrari, I think "I love it."

I used to think the same for BMW.

I remember when the new 8-series was announced in 1991 (?).

My jaw hit the floor when I saw a poster of it at the BMW dealer.

Guess those days are gone.

AMEN HERE TOO BTW I'm not a hater Just have a bit of good taste

 

[sly]

In my case I was pleasently surprised with the E90. Of course my expectations were really low after the Bangle inspired 5 series and 7 series. I agree that the M has a teriffic shape but the other 3 series cars were getting boring, at least to me.

 

[bmw555]

The rear end of the E90 looks like an ugly mid 90's Japanese entry level car. I see nothing weak about the back end of an E46:

hell yeah! It looks fantastic that's how it looks, E90 doesn't even come close to it, Hopefully E90 coupe's rear will not looks as terrible - BMW coupes always look better than sedans IMO

 

[btay1or11]

I am a fan of some older BMW designs, when the E30 went to the E36, it looked "foriegn", like BMW kept just enough of the old design cues, the quad headlamps, the bend in the c pilar, the kidney grille, etc. to have a resemblance. It seems with the E90, BMW did a similar job. I don't know if I like it or not, but "The Ultimate Driving Machine" is not just about driving anymore. I like a good looking car, and a well functioning interior. But I most appreciate a car that gives me chills from the way it turns and sounds and accelerates, knowing each inch of the road I just drove because my butt and my hands told me about it. More driving distractions are constantly bombarding the market, and it cost money. Not a slap at i-Drive, take a look at the ipod, similar idea but the ipod is user friendly. Who needs to watch TV in their car? Who needs dual climate control? You have at least two windows. Anything without three pedals is just not involving enough to keep me interested in DRIVING. All that being said, I dont think the styling is all that terrible, they kind of put a Z4 interior in there, too angular and booring for my taste, but to each, their own. The exterior is evolutionary, but not very attractive, at least at first. As for performance, I have not driven it, but the more computers you put between the tires and me, the less real it is, less of a challenge to drive well. BMW is out to sell a product, like any buisiness, and they are making what sells. Besides, if the E90 gets spanked, they will make changes with the next gen. But I still love the looks of the E46 M3, esp in Interlagos Blue.

 

[bmw555]

That should be BMW's new marketing slogan: "You'll get use to it."

Meanwhile, when I see a new Ferrari, I think "I love it."

I used to think the same for BMW.

I remember when the new 8-series was announced in 1991 (?).

My jaw hit the floor when I saw a poster of it at the BMW dealer.

Guess those days are gone.

I couldn't say it better - you don't have to get used to an ugly design, you should love the design of the car from the first sight and that's how BMWs always were made until recent models. The world is going crazy that's what happens, it's good to see that there are people here who share my opinion, otherwise I might think that it's me who's going crazy, lol, relativizm is a powerful thing, listen to new Pope, he's 100% right. We don't have to get used to f#cken sh%t, f#ck them all with their new design - that's what I say, no f#cken compromises here!

 

[Average Jae]

Brian, welcome to the board, and you made some good points.

I couldn't say it better - you don't have to get used to an ugly design, you should love the design of the car from the first sight.

while i agree, you have to figure some designs are just ahead of their time at the introduction. i really like the e60s now, altho i have gotten used to it, but that's not why i like it. i actually think it looks pretty damn sharp. (m5 certainly helped) same goes for the fx45. the design was way out there, but once you get over the initial: "that's different" thought, you could appreciate it better. then again, there is the aztek and the vehicross..

as for the car design that you love from the first sight: does it last? most can look played out and dated even with in the production cycle of 6-8 years. very few cars can retain the classic look, and even if they are classic, the vintage look is cool, was it always loved? it took me a while to fully appreciate the e30. now i really like it. and just because i didn't love it from the beginning doesn't take anything away from the looks imo.

there are many examples i'm sure both for pro and against, but here's few pros on the new designs. e36 v e46: e46 instantly made the much loved e36 look dated when seen side by side. (i didn't like the redesign at first tho..) audi a4: the current gen's front, when seen in person makes the "classy" last gen's front look really plain jane and outdated. same goes for the new accord. i hated the new accord, but it does make the last gen look older. still classy, but dated. and if you sit on your laurels, competion and critics alike will eat you alive. but to each their own ^^;;

 

[Militant-Grunt]

I couldn't say it better - you don't have to get used to an ugly design, you should love the design of the car from the first sight and that's how BMWs always were made until recent models. The world is going crazy that's what happens, it's good to see that there are people here who share my opinion, otherwise I might think that it's me who's going crazy, lol, relativizm is a powerful thing, listen to new Pope, he's 100% right. We don't have to get used to f#cken sh%t, f#ck them all with their new design - that's what I say, no f#cken compromises here!

The E46 M3 is the reason why I fell in love with BMW, when I got a poster of it, and saw it in person at the auto show, I was like wow..... Since then BMW has fit my fancy perectly.. But when gremlins like the 7 series and X3, and the quality of all BMs just going down the drain, that BMW magic is just slowly dissapearing from my eyes..

 

[Bmw 325i 7803]

Has anyone noticed that the longer the poll runs the more even all the responses become...

It seems like it's a 50:50 on the E90 like it or hate it, especially among the middle choices.

 

[TheBry]

I'm voting "undecided" but only because I've yet to see one in person. I'm not convinced I like the new kidney grille, the rear lights or anything about the interior of the new 3. Being an owner of an E46, looking at the new E90 makes me think of such makes as Buick or Cadillac -- but the 1989 versions of those cars... It's so uninspired... so austere. The E46 has a fantastic driver oriented dash -- in my opinion, it should have carried over with minor tweaks to controls, etc. The new interior is weak.

 

[Pete K]

I don't like it. It's not as bad as the 5 or the 7 though. In particular I hate the "slitty" headlights. The kidney grill looks too delicate, feminine. And the rest of it is just kinda bland and Japanese looking.

Bimmers in the 80s and 90s had a sophisticated, yet capable look--maybe like Pierce Brosnan. Now the new ones look delicate and a bit odd--maybe like Neil Simon.

I don't think a car should have to grow on you. I loved the Nizzan 300ZX from the first time I saw it and still do. Same for the Lexus SC400, the first Audi A4, and the Merc E Class for example.

 

[clipper318]

I have to say deutsch100's M3 looks incredible! I don't know why BMW would change anything!

 

[deutsch100]

I have to say deutsch100's M3 looks incredible! I don't know why BMW would change anything!

I couldn't agree with you more Kimberlee Thanks!!!!

 

[Kilomph]

I hate to say it because i've ragged on people for it, but after that 3 series video that was recently released, i've grown to like it a lot more. I could see myself buying the upcoming M3, i'll need about an 80k raise though

 

[Steve176]

My 2005 330cic is the same color as deutsch 100's M3 and I can not believe the comments on the color, awsome. As for the e90, I like it more everytime I see any advertising, will need to go take a personal look one of these days.

 

[Average Jae]

hey Steve, did you special order that color? i thought interlagos was the zcp only color..

 

[deutsch100]

Interlagos is only available on the 2005 M3 coupe...not even an M3 convertible has it. I was told by 2 dealers and BMWNA that it cannot be ordered on any other model. Maybe your 2005 M3 is Mystic Blue...they are similar.

As we have seen pics though...looks like some Euro specs M5 have Interlagos...and it might look good on an M6. I lovvvvvvve it

 

[///M SPEED]

You can order ANY color BMW currently produces on any vehicle they produce for a fee. Anywhere from $2000 to $3500 (depending on car/SUV/Location) bucks.

Yes, there are Euro M5’s with the Interlagos Blue. The color is a Competition package (ZCP) new stock color, but it not exclusive only to the M3....

 

[BMWJO]

I'm sorry but the new styling does not rock!
It looks bloated and Japanese like compared to the e46. Sure after seeing it on the road in time we will grow accustomed to its looks . Before I purchased my BMW I remember every time I saw an E46 coupe or sedan I said damn now that is a beautiful car. Now I think you have to convince yourself that this car is beautiful. All in all I'm sure it's a nice ride but I'd wait to buy till they tame all the awful bangled up lines. I think I know what it is that will sell these cars the name and the prestige the drive will help of course. Oh and the cool commercials always get you "the ultimate driving machine".