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Buying a BMW 435i - auto or manual?

I drive a BMW 330i M Sport Coupe and love it. My next car will most likely be a 4 series, but sadly there is no equivalent 430i. Whilst the 428i performs well on paper (even faster than mine) I doubt it can be as nice an engine, with two cylinders missing. I am therefore considering stretching myself to a 435i M Sport.

I've always had manual gearboxes and it is unlikely I will do any different this time - despite the auto box being faster, more economical and producing less CO2. However, I just wondered how it will affect residuals?

Asked on 23 March 2014 by b6waf

Answered by Honest John
That's an interesting question.

In trade terms, yes, because the trade will want the car that the public wants.

But this will create a shortage of manuals and there will always be enthusiasts who prefer a manual 435i to an auto.

As I would, with this particular engine.


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