poll- which configuration to order
 

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3.0si- Black saph/black perf. nev/bamboo trim/vent. seats/cold weather/prem. pkg/sport pkg/tech package

4.8-black saph/black nev./bamboo/sport pkg/tech pkg/heated frnt/bmw assist

difference in price only about three grand, with order date coming up i cant decide which... any opinions much appreciated

For 3 grand, I would go with 4.8 or go with 4.8 and drop Sport Pkg

4.8i is what I will go with. If you do not intend on geting it now and will be willing to wait for another 4 months, then I will suggest getting the 3.5i.

4.8i, no question. Negligible difference in MPG for a huge difference in performance. I agree, drop the sprt pckg and get some extra goodies--that is, unless you really want those rims.

I wouldn't hesitate to order the 4.8i if you don't mind the gas. $3k is chump change for what you get in the performance. $9k is a different story (if ordering identical options). BUT, I'd be scared of the jerkiness of the transmission being reported all over the place. Cross your fingers.

What is the 3.5i? Is this the diesel?

Yeah. If gas doesn't bother you, the 4.8i is nice.

Gas wouldnt be a huge issue. I wish they would just throw in the twin turbo (which could be the 3.5?) and that would solve my power thirst, as for a diesel though, I am not too big of a fan

Are you getting 2008 or 2009?

Get the diesel with sport package. I'm not a fan of many options either. Is the tech package that pertinent?

Navigation 100% is and rear park sensor is pretty vital considering I live in a city and paralell park 2-3 times daily it is a big help. I looked at what those two options are independent of the package and it is the same as the package so i may as well get the other goodies thrown in there for free