Thanks monk3y I have seen several posts from people who have owned both. Ultimately It seems that if money is no object, then get the M3
However, if you are using it as a daily driver and plan on packing on the miles get ready to shell out some serious cash.
Some other people said if you have to stretch to buy the m3 get the zhp you wont be disappointed.
Some other things to think about is that the steering seems to be better than the m3 which should give you some driving feedback from the vehicle.
For me, Money is an object right now. I have other business objectives in the next few years and I was hoping this next car would be as trouble free as possible.
It seems the zhp fits the perfect compromise for reliability and performance.
although not as fast still fun
cheaper to maintain. and has its own steering character that is one of the best Bmw has made.
Also the exhaust note was mentioned a lot.
I have learned a lot in the short time I have been here.