[barryc365]

F80 is a timeless design. That M3 CS above looks insane!

To the OP, I would probably cash out on the F80 but TBH you might have a hard time getting a crazy premium on the low mileage car. I was actually in the market for an F80 and the prices were so crazy I decided to get a G80 as it was better value in the long run, brand new, warranty etc

I would not pay over the odds for an F80 right now. Used car prices will normalise eventually and all of a sudden there will be a glut of used cars. I would take the money and get a G80 if you can get a really good offer

[Alpine300zhp]

OP. Your car is nice and low-mileage. As a guy who had 3 F80/82 cars, I love that chassis. Personally, I'd keep the F80 because it's so low-mileage. Don't get me wrong, I love my G82, but I wouldn't have traded a low-mileage F80 for it. I only got my G82 because I drive 20-30k miles a year and it was time for a new ride.

[Alpine300zhp]

Originally Posted by beachBmmr

You have a low mileage car. Why? How do you use your car?

The g80 interior is much nicer but you have to go full merino.

I prefer the analog gauges of the f80, I dont love the digital screen cluster.

The aftermarket for g80 is super thin right now.

My HK radio in my F80 sounded better than my g82.

My G82 gets a LOT of attention.

This.

[mugenap2]

Sell the F80, I got rid of mine and never looked back after driving the G80. I find now having the G80 and looking at the F80 the styling looks old. I had my F80 since 2015. They made the G80 more refined and it’s hella fun!

[02M3ForMe]

The drive and tech and overall quality are much better on the new car. I've had 8 S55 cars; the only ones I miss somewhat are my M2 Comps (and that's only because I'm waiting for my 2nd G82 order and I'm feeling the itch to get something immediately while I wait). Haven't looked back at any of my old F80/82s, not even the beautiful SMB M3 CS.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by barryc365

F80 is a timeless design. That M3 CS above looks insane!

To the OP, I would probably cash out on the F80 but TBH you might have a hard time getting a crazy premium on the low mileage car. I was actually in the market for an F80 and the prices were so crazy I decided to get a G80 as it was better value in the long run, brand new, warranty etc

I would not pay over the odds for an F80 right now. Used car prices will normalise eventually and all of a sudden there will be a glut of used cars. I would take the money and get a G80 if you can get a really good offer

I just got offered almost $8k more than what I owe as a trade-in for the G80. I don't think the value is going to go up, and even if it does, so will the new car that I get to replace it.

[BMWRacer523]

sell f80, cash out the equity, buy g80.

[mile2424]

Thanks for all the feedback guys. I was definitely impressed with the G80 overall, but think I might wait and see how things transpire over the next couple years. I am always looking, but the Miami F80 is a tough spec to beat.

[RPM33]

Originally Posted by mile2424

So I drove the G80 M3 Competition today. I currently have a bit of a Unicorn F80 M3. 2018 Comp package, DCT with 4600 miles in Miami Blue (1 of 6 in the US). I love Miami Blue and have always gravitated towards the brighter blue colors. As for the G80, the car felt lighter and more nimble especially in the front end compared to the F80. The interior was way more modern feeling and looking which I know is not surprising. I also found the carbon buckets to be plenty comfortable as a big guy. The looks have been growing on me, and I still think the F80 is a better looking car overall. More of a seamless design. The G80 still looks more aggressive, but a little choppy and boxy in some areas. G80 is also a bigger car aesthetically, but doesn't feel it when driving. The G80 ZF transmission also felt extremely smooth and shifted extremely fast. I also like how the G80 has the ability to put roof racks on the carbon roof if desired.

So now the conundrum. Should I order a G80 or keep the unicorn F80 which I am sure I will kick myself if I sell. For reference I have had 2 E36's and now 2 F80's over the years.

Some pics, sorry my car is filthy and lighting is bad but you get the idea...

Skip the Competition version and wait for the CSL or CS version.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by RPM33

Skip the Competition version and wait for the CSL or CS version.

I would normally second this, but at almost $100k optioned out on the Competition, I worry that the CS or CSL is going to be starting at $120k. At that price point many other cars enter the conversation.

[bmedude]

Don't think about it, just get it! The car is frikken fantastic. You will love it and the front end will grow on you very fast. I can't stress enough how much I giggle everytime I am behind someone on the highway and they move over. I don't speed on highways since this thing is an absolute cop magnet.

The car is quiet when you need it to be and makes enough noise to make you feel like you're in a video game. It's not too obnoxious looking and can blend in to its surroundings if you get an neutral color.

[BGM-M3COMP]

Originally Posted by bmedude

Don't think about it, just get it! The car is frikken fantastic. You will love it and the front end will grow on you very fast. I can't stress enough how much I giggle everytime I am behind someone on the highway and they move over. I don't speed on highways since this thing is an absolute cop magnet.

The car is quiet when you need it to be and makes enough noise to make you feel like you're in a video game. It's not too obnoxious looking and can blend in to its surroundings if you get an neutral color.

This.

Life is too short to wait around.

We're at the cliff of the ICE demise man. We're standing at the cliff. It's almost over. This is it.

And yes the grille has grown on me. That's why i changed my mind on mounting the front plate over the grill and just mounted it at the tow hook area.

[khanyam4]

Keep the unicorn don't be a prisoner of the moment and waste money on a car where aesthetically it had to grow on you.

[Grumpy514]

Prices on cars like yours are insane right now...sell it while you still can for a GOOD price. Order an individual G80 & enjoy.

[Salespunk]

Originally Posted by KnightedBMW

The F80 is great. I loved mine. It was such a fun car to drive. I still think its a good looking car and the design is timeless, but compared to a G80, they look dated.

The interior is a major step up in a G80, which you obviously know.

Not that my F80 was unique in any way (MW/black), DCT, with 437M wheels, and no mods, but that car got next to zero looks. My G80 (BG/fiona) with 826M black wheels, lowered with spacers, gets tons of looks. People taking pictures, etc.

Obviously the G80 platform is new and my car stands out much more than my old one, but I think its a much more striking looking car.

I say make the jump. Your car has minimal miles on it, which leads me to believe you don't drive it all that much for whatever reason...get something you'll drive!

I agree that the F80 looks dated next to the G80, but that is just an opinion. I will say that I get WAY more compliments on my G80 than I did on my F82. The general public loves the new front end.

The real question for you is why you went and looked at the newer car. I know that when I do that and like the car it is only a matter of time until I break down and buy one. Personally I would just order a PTS car so it has the uniqueness that you enjoy about the older car.

[mile2424]

No doubt I would only order or buy a G80 with individual paint. Maybe some day, but for now I will enjoy the F80 for a while longer. In a perfect world, it would be amazing to have 1 from each generation.

[JEM3]

Is the F80 something you will keep forever? If the answer is yes, then keep the F80 and enjoy it.

If it is something you are thinking about upgrading in the future, then honestly this is the best possible time to sell a car. You are never going to get as much money as now for a used car. If you're considering the G80, I'd say take advantage of the market and get top dollar for that F80.

[ottm3]

Totally agreed about the F80/F82 look boring and outdated, to me anyway. I love my G82.

[ROBERT1183]

Once you sit in a G80 the F80 interior feels very dated. Bmw should have switched to the G80 interior at the end of the F80 run.

[heavyD^2]

Originally Posted by ROBERT1183

Once you sit in a G80 the F80 interior feels very dated. Bmw should have switched to the G80 interior at the end of the F80 run.

It doesn't help that the F8x never got an interior update in it's entire run. I believe the G8x LCI's will get the new interior upgrades of the LCI 3 series.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by ROBERT1183

Once you sit in a G80 the F80 interior feels very dated. Bmw should have switched to the G80 interior at the end of the F80 run.

I like everything except the center console which has everything on that flat plastic square in the middle. I probably just have to get used to it, but I found it difficult to find the right button without looking down. In the F80, you could do it all by touch.

[Corms85]

I am making the switch from my F80 to the G80 which is hopefully getting delivered next week to my dealership. I can't wait and haven't thought twice about it. I got the G80 for MSRP and sold my F80 for $2.5K less than I bought it for 3.5 years ago. So it literally cost me $800ish a year to drive my F80 which I am looking at as a huge win.