I realize it sounds crazy,
I realize it sounds crazy, but I tracked the 228i M Spec again this week. BMW had a few folks on hand form the performance division. They tell me that yes, the 235i is a rocket, but that on-track the 228 is better balanced (almost exactly 50-50) and to many, more enjoyable. New story coming on the 228 on-track. - With regard to the comments about other brands moving upscale and meeting the BMWs coming down, if you ever have a chance drive a loaded Mazda3 2.5. Then drive a BMW 320 with the same MSRP. Or even an X1 28i. Looking at photos and reading specs and such doesn't work. The Mazda will be a big surprise. Audi has much more to worry about.