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Jul 17, 2012 7:43:18 AM

Sidney: Pilot; Loc: D , Germany; Posts: 306, Gallery; Registered on: Jan 11, 2005

991 vs. i8

Hi all!

In the next 4 weeks I wanted to order a 991S for 02/13 delivery. But now my BMW salesman told me the pricing of the new BMW i8 hybrid ... well known as Tom Cruise´ car in MI4.

The price is between 110.000 and 120.000 Euro - respectively 110.000 - 120.000 USD ( Europe car in USD pricing is not the same as exchange rate ) which is pretty close to a well-equipped 991S. The delivery starts end of 2013 - at least in Europe. So I would have to drive my current car for another 6-8 months which is not a real problem.

Now I´m in doubt what to do .... a critical decision.

Is someone in the same situation? Is anybody here helping me in this decision-making process Smiley

Best

Gregor

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BMW X6 4.0d * Mini Cooper S Cabrio * 991 (02/2013)

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Jul 17, 2012 9:33:58 AM

Upsa: Senior; Loc: Dubai , United Arab Emirates; Posts: 508, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 11, 2008; Reply to: Sidney

Re: 991 vs. i8

Very interesting that the 18 is being produced, I thought it would stay as a concept. Now i'm gonna have to reconsider too...........

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Jul 17, 2012 9:40:53 AM

reginos: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Nicosia , Cyprus; Posts: 12130, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 20, 2005; Reply to: Upsa

Re: 991 vs. i8

Hybrid technology needs time. I wouldn't like to be an experimental pioneer and jump into such new products. Diesels are as economical as hybrids without any of the complications.

Want a sportscar, then buy a Porsche.

Besides I wouldn't buy a product endorsed by Tom Cruise indecision

"Form follows function"

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Jul 17, 2012 9:53:59 AM

Upsa: Senior; Loc: Dubai , United Arab Emirates; Posts: 508, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 11, 2008; Reply to: reginos

Re: 991 vs. i8

I've reconsidered....nah, I'm gonna stick with my passion, I have always dreamt of having a 911 and in my eyes the new 991s is fantastic!! For me, its the ideal car. I considered the panamera & my wife keeps on telling me to get it, but i dont love it. Cant wait for my 991....

Good luck, whatever choice you make

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Jul 17, 2012 10:20:52 AM

reginos: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Nicosia , Cyprus; Posts: 12130, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 20, 2005; Reply to: Upsa

Re: 991 vs. i8

I am skeptical about BMW in general. I like the brand because my first "good" cars were from BMW and I am a fan of BMW Motorrad.

However, their more special cars overpromise on the spec sheet but undeliver on the road. The 6 series previous and present are nothing special given the prices and the featured technology, the M5 has traction issues according to rennteam, the Z cars are just poseur cars etc.

The "ultimate driving machine" brand now makes some excellent diesels and successful middle segment saloons for family/business transport. The only BMW I find desirable now is the outgoing M3 Coupe but then again I am not fond of the idea of a large V8 to power a small car. And in its class the 911 is the leader.

"Form follows function"

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Jul 19, 2012 1:50:24 AM

John H: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Cheshire, UK , United Kingdom; Posts: 7682, Gallery; Registered on: Oct 20, 2005; Reply to: reginos

Re: 991 vs. i8

The only BMW I would consider is if they replaced the 8 series (E31) with a suitable replacement.

That pre-Bangle model was a great tourer and a great looker. I enjoyed the experience whilst waiting for the 997 to be launched as I decided to give the 996 a miss!

"Things turn out best for people who make the best of the way things turn out."

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Jul 20, 2012 12:45:02 PM

Ferdie: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Europe , Germany; Posts: 8234, Gallery; Registered on: Jul 2, 2004; Reply to: Sidney

Re: 991 vs. i8

That´s an interesting choice of cars. I find it difficult to judge the i8 without having driven the car, having experienced its character or discovered its quirks on a day-to-day basis. For me, it would depend on whether I use this car as a daily driver or just for some weekend fun. If both, one cannot go wrong with the 991.

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