335i Convertible, first drive - AutoCar

Bruce · 01-22-2007, 10:45 PM

What's new?

"Fourth generation of the 3-series convertible gets a folding hard-top for the first time, which means added comfort and security to go with the style.
What's it like to drive?

Even BMW admits that this isn't as much of a driver's car as normal for them. What it is is a beautifully engineered open cruiser, with a softer ride and a more laid-back attitude than the coupe.
The chassis is impressively rigid and the three-piece roof folds away in 22sec to create a genuinely pleasant open-air experience. Roof down there's the odd little tremor through the helm, and the extra 200kg it carries (compared with the coupe) is noticeable even with the storming twin-turbo six up front, but no other affordable four-seat convertible comes close to matching this for all-round ability and usability.

Should I buy one?

The coupe is a sharper, more rewarding car to drive, but anyone in the market for an open four-seater can't go past this. It's got the style AND the talent.
Allan Muir"

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First drive data

How much?

Price when new £37,895
Price as tested £37,895

How fast?

0-62 mph 5.8 sec
Max speed 155 mph

How big?

Weight 1600 kg

How thirsty?

Combined 28.5 mpg
CO2 emissions 228 g/km

Engine

Layout 6 , 2979 cc
Max power 302 bhp at 5800 rpm
Max torque 295 lb ft at 1300 rpm

RICHBOY · 01-22-2007, 11:10 PM

Love the coupe, hate the drop!

Deutsch · 01-22-2007, 11:16 PM

Don't hate it, but a car I'd never buy. I'm not a drop top kinda guy, fortunately.

RICHBOY · 01-22-2007, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deutsch

Don't hate it, but a car I'd never buy. I'm not a drop top kinda guy, fortunately.

If the pic under your name is more your style, then your alright with me!

Deutsch · 01-22-2007, 11:39 PM

Yes, I do prefer coupes, though I like sedans better for reasons of practicality. The R8 is a supercar though, so it's only right it comes with compact proportions a tin top (real tin) and two doors.

01-22-2007, 10:45 PM	#1 (permalink)
Bruce Crazy Canadian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: British Columbia Posts: 9,450 My Mood: Thanks: 3,577 Thanked 2,870 Times in 1,761 Posts Blog Entries: 2	335i Convertible, first drive - AutoCar *What's new?* "Fourth generation of the 3-series convertible gets a folding hard-top for the first time, which means added comfort and security to go with the style. *What's it like to drive?* Even BMW admits that this isn't as much of a driver's car as normal for them. What it is is a beautifully engineered open cruiser, with a softer ride and a more laid-back attitude than the coupe. The chassis is impressively rigid and the three-piece roof folds away in 22sec to create a genuinely pleasant open-air experience. Roof down there's the odd little tremor through the helm, and the extra 200kg it carries (compared with the coupe) is noticeable even with the storming twin-turbo six up front, but no other affordable four-seat convertible comes close to matching this for all-round ability and usability. *Should I buy one?* The coupe is a sharper, more rewarding car to drive, but anyone in the market for an open four-seater can't go past this. It's got the style AND the talent. *Allan Muir"* - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER First drive data How much? Price when new £37,895 Price as tested £37,895 How fast? 0-62 mph 5.8 sec Max speed 155 mph How big? Weight 1600 kg How thirsty? Combined 28.5 mpg CO2 emissions 228 g/km Engine Layout 6 , 2979 cc Max power 302 bhp at 5800 rpm Max torque 295 lb ft at 1300 rpm

01-22-2007, 11:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
RICHBOY Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: United States Posts: 1,089 Thanks: 387 Thanked 107 Times in 91 Posts	Re: 335i Convertible, first drive - AutoCar Love the coupe, hate the drop!

01-22-2007, 11:16 PM	#3 (permalink)
Deutsch Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: L.A. Posts: 5,362 Thanks: 301 Thanked 468 Times in 240 Posts	Re: 335i Convertible, first drive - AutoCar Don't hate it, but a car I'd never buy. I'm not a drop top kinda guy, fortunately.

01-22-2007, 11:39 PM	#5 (permalink)
Deutsch Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: L.A. Posts: 5,362 Thanks: 301 Thanked 468 Times in 240 Posts	Re: 335i Convertible, first drive - AutoCar Yes, I do prefer coupes, though I like sedans better for reasons of practicality. The R8 is a supercar though, so it's only right it comes with compact proportions a tin top (real tin) and two doors.

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