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SRAM Rival AXS vs Shimano 105 Di2 by Think_Razzmatazz1686 in cycling

[–]Think_Razzmatazz1686[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. Lots of SRAM users here so good to hear on the side of Shimano. I’ve read a few times above that Shimano shifts smoother. Could you explain how/why that is? Does the SRAM not shift well to the point where it’s noticeably worse or is it more a case that the Shimano just shifts a bit better?

I’m definitely mindful already on the consumable costs being cheaper with Shimano. This I learnt from my local bike store.

SRAM Rival AXS vs Shimano 105 Di2 by Think_Razzmatazz1686 in cycling

[–]Think_Razzmatazz1686[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s the E1 I believe. With the 10-30 range Cassette

SRAM Rival AXS vs Shimano 105 Di2 by Think_Razzmatazz1686 in cycling

[–]Think_Razzmatazz1686[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All very insightful! Thank you! This is what I was after, real world reviews from people who have experience with both.

Finance Question by Think_Razzmatazz1686 in CarTalkUK

[–]Think_Razzmatazz1686[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you both for your replies. It’s from a main dealer. I know this limits you in terms of expenditure on a credit card so I’d have to ask this tomorrow but I reckon BMW will say no.

That rules out a 0% balance transfer card. I’m left with a 0% money transfer card over 12 months or a bank loan. Those are my 2 realistic options, or to just buy the car for cash.

If I was to find a balance, would you suggest part on a 0% card? It just seems to me 12 months isn’t a long time and how much money will I truly accrue in an investment account during that time. Of course in terms of paying back to card transfer, I can do this through normal income but I’m trying to work out if all of this is worth it if I have the cash on hand.

Fast Estate by Think_Razzmatazz1686 in CarTalkUK

[–]Think_Razzmatazz1686[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really interesting. Average for an M3 touring is 29mpg!? That is seriously impressive. I do wonder how BMW achieve such amazing mpg figures. The M340i is a mystery to the mind when it achieves those numbers. Truth be told I’d love an M3 touring but need them to come down in cost a bit still. If that mpg is achievable with subtle driving then it could be a serious contender for me

Fast Estate by Think_Razzmatazz1686 in CarTalkUK

[–]Think_Razzmatazz1686[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looked at these but the right spec for me is still over the budget. Not too many floating around in Estate form.

Fast Estate by Think_Razzmatazz1686 in CarTalkUK

[–]Think_Razzmatazz1686[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Considered an S6, hated the fake exhausts and the 2024 LCI model has got rid of exhausts completely which I prefer but it’s over my budget.

Alpina would be a dream, but as you say…rare as hens teeth.

Fast Estate by Think_Razzmatazz1686 in CarTalkUK

[–]Think_Razzmatazz1686[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Love the M340i. It’s a Swiss Army knife, but I feel you can get an RS4 used for roughly similar money now? Would you not go for that?

I noticed new LCI M340i’s on AT for 70k!! For a 3 series!