Traded the RS5

[Burrcold]

I would only get CS if I track it, otherwise it's just for show (just like carbon buckets), which 95% of owners have it for- it must be rather uncomfortable in day-to-day driving. I also don't think that coding it makes sense, since M3C is far exceeding almost any drivers ability to handle it, straight line acceleration, aka "racing", notwithstanding -:)
The cheapest RS6 I saw at my dealer was almost $140K, usually around $150k

Coding the CS actually makes the car even better in daily and sporty driving (better steering feel, more compliant suspension, smoother transmission logic). It's definitely a must have regardless of how or what you use your car for.

[vexige]

Coding the CS actually makes the car even better in daily and sporty driving (better steering feel, more compliant suspension, smoother transmission logic). It's definitely a must have regardless of how or what you use your car for.

I didn't know that, seems counterintuitive for the track oriented car, except the steering, perhaps.

[Burrcold]

I didn't know that, seems counterintuitive for the track oriented car, except the steering, perhaps.

The actual CS is just a better all around car (street and track). The only downside to the CS for street use is the removal of the center armrest cup holders. Aside from that, the suspension is more compliant (not softer) - however, more controlled and compliant = a better ride in daily use as well. The gearbox mapping is quicker as well, but it also equates to less clunky gear changes. The steering is what most people get the CS coding package for. It eliminates any slop and introduces more road feel. Again, keep in mind that these are just the software changes that improve the the regular M3 Competition xDrive. The actual CS has revised physical dampers as well, and additional bracing, bushings, etc.

[JohnEnglish]

Are people paying MSRP for the M3 CS? With all the hype around it being an "extremely limited production run" I would imagine that dealers are marking them up a fair bit.

[wwhan]

The actual CS is just a better all around car (street and track). The only downside to the CS for street use is the removal of the center armrest cup holders. Aside from that, the suspension is more compliant (not softer) - however, more controlled and compliant = a better ride in daily use as well. The gearbox mapping is quicker as well, but it also equates to less clunky gear changes. The steering is what most people get the CS coding package for. It eliminates any slop and introduces more road feel. Again, keep in mind that these are just the software changes that improve the the regular M3 Competition xDrive. The actual CS has revised physical dampers as well, and additional bracing, bushings, etc.

Do you use the "Bummercode" & "OBDLink CX Bluetooth" for coding? I need to permantly delete fake exhaust sound (ASD). I have M1 & M2 modes set to sound off, but I think there might be some residual sound.

[Burrcold]

Are people paying MSRP for the M3 CS? With all the hype around it being an "extremely limited production run" I would imagine that dealers are marking them up a fair bit.

People were paying markups, but the CS model for the M3 was only a 2024 model so it's no longer in showrooms (unless it's marked up and sitting without someone wanting to spend that kind of money).

[Burrcold]

Do you use the "Bummercode" & "OBDLink CX Bluetooth" for coding? I need to permantly delete fake exhaust sound (ASD). I have M1 & M2 modes set to sound off, but I think there might be some residual sound.

I don't do any coding myself as it's much more difficult (for me) to do vs say OBD11. I just pay to get remotely coded whenever I want to change things. You buy the cable and then it's usually $200-300 for whatever you want to get done in a full session.

[bloodstar57]

My 2019 RS5 window sticker was $86,790 and I sold it to Carmax for $44,400, so I think residual value was good (at a trade-in price).

That is great pricing. My 2019 RS5 with 49k is not pulling near that much

I got $42k plus tax savings for mine with 45k miles on it. The sticker was around 94, i think. Blemish on Carfax- hail (minor damage) 3 years ago. I think it's decent for a 5-year-old performance car.

How many miles?

[vexige]

That is great pricing. My 2019 RS5 with 49k is not pulling near that much


How many miles?

45000.

[bloodstar57]

45000.

Just did KBB trade value is 43k

To the original topic:

I test drove the M3 and M4 in South Korea on the BMW track. That is the reason we got the RS5. The BMW is a monster and very fun but I didn’t do chill like the RS5. I’m older now and I chill more than being a hooligan on the street.

[vexige]

Just did KBB trade value is 43k

Not with my carfax... If not for hail damage (pdr fully repaired, btw) it'd be worth another 4-5k back in October I was told by two other dealers. Regardless, I was happy and got almost new M3C

[bloodstar57]

Just did a quick search and find stuff like this. Holding value rather well.

https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...ckType=listing

[FLOS5IN]

Just did a quick search and find stuff like this. Holding value rather well.

https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...ckType=listing

I think these B9 RS models are going to be highly sought after with the huge change ups on the B10 and beyond. Holding mine as long as I can and making great use of it.

[bloodstar57]

I think these B9 RS models are going to be highly sought after with the huge change ups on the B10 and beyond. Holding mine as long as I can and making great use of it.

We shall see… Need to see the B10 in person… the photos are not doing it for me.

[Gregory_Tolson]

I got $42k plus tax savings for mine with 45k miles on it. The sticker was around 94, i think. Blemish on Carfax- hail (minor damage) 3 years ago. I think it's decent for a 5-year-old performance car.

wow, not going to lie, why not use the $52,000 you lost to drive 45k miles and buy a nice car for its lifetime? for 52k you can get like a lightly used M440i or a brand new Integra type S or a brand new Golf R. Granted the RS5 has more horsepower. I guess i could never justify buying a $94k car.

Why did you sell the car?

[wwhan]

wow, not going to lie, why not use the $52,000 you lost to drive 45k miles and buy a nice car for its lifetime? for 52k you can get like a lightly used M440i or a brand new Integra type S or a brand new Golf R. Granted the RS5 has more horsepower. I guess i could never justify buying a $94k car.

Why did you sell the car?

With vehicle Horse Power;

.......A little is good

........More is better

..........Too much is just right.

523 HP > 444HP

Also for reliability, the B9 water pump is a ticking time bomb, which limits ability to make reliable cross country trips.

I don't miss the RS5 DRC suspension at all. I do miss the velvet smooth transmission, though.