Is the BMW M3 CS worth the PREMIUM? -- AutoTopNL Review

ScullyD · 06-22-2023, 02:30 PM

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yaymitch · 06-22-2023, 03:22 PM

This car seems super amazing, I want one but sadly have to settle for the non-CS version.

Humdizzle · 06-22-2023, 04:50 PM

looks like the 100-200 km/h time is the same as the M5 comp.

ScullyD · 06-23-2023, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Humdizzle

looks like the 100-200 km/h time is the same as the M5 comp.

Way slower than the M4 CSL and M5 CS though.

Chicane_ · 06-24-2023, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ScullyD

Way slower than the M4 CSL and M5 CS though.

CSL definitely feels quicker than the M3 CS.

5_chill · 06-25-2023, 09:11 AM

Based on the comments here, just pick up an M5 comp. Lol

Evinrude1975 · 06-25-2023, 09:21 AM

For the 0 to 100, I would suggest to buy a Tesla. For racing, you may probably need a M4 CSL or a Porsche GT3. If you need is to sit in a comfort and sporty car, go and get the M5. But if you wanna buy a car that you can drive on a daily basis, enjoy on a trak day, and move your family without any particular sacrifice, a car that holds the value.. the M3CS is a great car.

DukeofAlexandria · 06-25-2023, 09:22 AM

Lemme save everyone 18 minutes; no.

-Duke

5_chill · 06-25-2023, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by yaymitch

This car seems super amazing, I want one but sadly have to settle for the non-CS version.

The non-CS version is amazing. The difference is mainly tuning and suspension. Oh yeah, and badging lol

r0wr · 06-25-2023, 10:01 AM

From my anecdotal experience of driving a F8x and the CS of said car, the premium today (plus ADM) being asked for is not worth it. There was a point in time where you could get a F8x CS for $7-$800 a month and that was an absurd steal and deal at the time. Unfortunately those days are over.

darrvao777 · 06-25-2023, 10:07 AM

no manual transmission for the CS right ?

Evinrude1975 · 06-25-2023, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by darrvao777

no manual transmission for the CS right ?

Nope

F80DK · 06-25-2023, 10:34 AM

Happy to announce I - out of the blue - just got an allocation here in Denmark w no ADM! 1 out of 2. Frozen Solid White Metallic is just an amazing color.
The options were not many but mine has double glazing, privacy glass, electric boot and the M strut. Wheels are black as are the calipers. Full Premium Shield PPF consisting of 160 pieces. Of course, the back of the front seats are covered, too.
Having driven 1,700 km, I can tell you this car feels special and people here go ballistic w telelenses when they see the yellow driving lights.
Time will tell if its worth the premium over the M3C (which I hammered around Zantvoort at BMW M Experience), but at no ADM it was a nobrainer for me.

HudsonHornett · 06-25-2023, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Chicane_

CSL definitely feels quicker than the M3 CS.

Interesting… the CSL is very, very fast though. I gave it full beans today (but not in sport mode) and wow! Think I gave the tuned M140i next to me a bit of thrill though 😉. Love those, my Mrs had an M235i when it first came out and I loved it!

WWM3 · 06-25-2023, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Evinrude1975

For the 0 to 100, I would suggest to buy a Tesla. For racing, you may probably need a M4 CSL or a Porsche GT3. If you need is to sit in a comfort and sporty car, go and get the M5. But if you wanna buy a car that you can drive on a daily basis, enjoy on a trak day, and move your family without any particular sacrifice, a car that holds the value.. the M3CS is a great car.

Just hope your family never needs a cupholder! No more Happy Meals lol

Also, that description might better apply to a regular M3 IMO.

Evinrude1975 · 06-25-2023, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by WWM3

Just hope your family never needs a cupholder! No more Happy Meals lol

Also, that description might better apply to a regular M3 IMO.

And napkins in the armrest. 😂

cfm56d7b · 06-25-2023, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by F80DK

Happy to announce I - out of the blue - just got an allocation here in Denmark w no ADM! 1 out of 2. Frozen Solid White Metallic is just an amazing color.
The options were not many but mine has double glazing, privacy glass, electric boot and the M strut. Wheels are black as are the calipers. Full Premium Shield PPF consisting of 160 pieces. Of course, the back of the front seats are covered, too.
Having driven 1,700 km, I can tell you this car feels special and people here go ballistic w telelenses when they see the yellow driving lights.
Time will tell if its worth the premium over the M3C (which I hammered around Zantvoort at BMW M Experience), but at no ADM it was a nobrainer for me.

Congratulations! May I ask how much this car costs in Denmark? Almost afraid to ask.

yaymitch · 06-25-2023, 01:21 PM

Had a dealer call me yesterday offering an M3 CS at MSRP. Have a G80 x-drive sitting at port in Germany. Now I have a dilemma. Wasn’t considering the CS initially but the reviews have been really good. I currently have an F87 CS that I’ll sell/trade and I’m afraid I’ll miss the steering and feel of the CS. But not sure I want to pay $25k more to get it with the G80 CS. First world problems…

F80DK · 06-25-2023, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by cfm56d7b

Congratulations! May I ask how much this car costs in Denmark? Almost afraid to ask.

Hehe, I know! It was 142K $ plus 25% VAT. This is with out addtl tax which is a 150% add on. So, around 400K. BUT most people like myself lease and pay a monthly fee. Which is 10,000 dollars roughly. And I had to put it on plates: BMW does not allow the car just to be stored by a collector, they want it to be registered. They would not even allow me to PPF the car before registration or leaving their premises. Also, was given a non-signed contract by a large German dealer but after I signed the contract, they cancelled out of nowhere. So, happy my local dealer called!

carseatsm5 · 06-25-2023, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by F80DK

Hehe, I know! It was 142K plus 25% VAT. This is with out addtl tax which is a 150% add on. So, around 400K. BUT most people like myself lease and pay a monthly fee. Which is 10,000 dollars roughly. And I had to put on plates:BMW does not allow the car just to be stores by a collector, they want it to be registered. They would not even allow me to PPF the car before registration or leaving their premises. Also, was given a non-signed contract by a large German dealer but after I signed the contract, they cancelled out of nowhere. So, happy my local dealer called!

I must be misunderstanding because I think you just said you’re paying $10K a month for this car.

Ilyam5 · 06-25-2023, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by F80DK

Hehe, I know! It was 142K plus 25% VAT. This is with out addtl tax which is a 150% add on. So, around 400K. BUT most people like myself lease and pay a monthly fee. Which is 10,000 dollars roughly. And I had to put on plates:BMW does not allow the car just to be stores by a collector, they want it to be registered. They would not even allow me to PPF the car before registration or leaving their premises. Also, was given a non-signed contract by a large German dealer but after I signed the contract, they cancelled out of nowhere. So, happy my local dealer called!

Wow. Respect. I wish i made this kind of money. In USA ONE CAN BUY OR LEASE A PLANE FOR THAT

anielsen71 · 06-25-2023, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by F80DK

Happy to announce I - out of the blue - just got an allocation here in Denmark w no ADM! 1 out of 2. Frozen Solid White Metallic is just an amazing color.
The options were not many but mine has double glazing, privacy glass, electric boot and the M strut. Wheels are black as are the calipers. Full Premium Shield PPF consisting of 160 pieces. Of course, the back of the front seats are covered, too.
Having driven 1,700 km, I can tell you this car feels special and people here go ballistic w telelenses when they see the yellow driving lights.
Time will tell if its worth the premium over the M3C (which I hammered around Zantvoort at BMW M Experience), but at no ADM it was a nobrainer for me.

Tillykke med den. Ikke lige en model man forventer at se herhjemme 😊

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yaymitch Major 1086 Rep 1,303 Posts Drives: 2024 M3CS & 2022 RSQ8 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Houston iTrader: (2)	Had a dealer call me yesterday offering an M3 CS at MSRP. Have a G80 x-drive sitting at port in Germany. Now I have a dilemma. Wasn’t considering the CS initially but the reviews have been really good. I currently have an F87 CS that I’ll sell/trade and I’m afraid I’ll miss the steering and feel of the CS. But not sure I want to pay $25k more to get it with the G80 CS. First world problems… __________________ 2024 BMW M3CS 2022 Audi RSQ8
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