BMC SLR3 Vs BMC SLR 2 Which one to go for as an enthusiast?

[AndromedaTheM31]

BMC SLR3 Vs BMC SLR 2 Which one to go for as an enthusiast?
Does the extra money spent on SLR 2 frame worth it?

I am in verge of buying my first road bike and I have go 1000 pounds voucher from Cycle scheme, I have never raced so far and most probably I will never race. I want to ride for pleasure and
ON and OFF for commuting (25 Miles per day). I don't have any hobby as of now so planning to join in some cycling club. (I prefer short to medium rides. 30 -50 Miles max ) . I have hybrid which I will use predominantly for commuting and we have average bike shed in our office and I am commuting for the last 3 years..
OK enough background there I suppose.

I Trial ran Super six which i did not like at all for some reason (No offence). and some endurance bike like Specialized Roubaix and Synapse. (I have mixed opinion on them)
Strangely enough I liked SLR3 with Tigra/105 But was clearly able see the difference between full 105 and Tigra/105 combination. But I liked the frame and comfort in SLR 3.

Evans has got sale on SLR3 with Tigra/105 sifters for £900. (Very tempting for the money.) Not sure it would be good idea to upgrade in coupe of years with another £ 600 cycle Scheme voucher to the 105-group set and good wheels (Campagnolo Zonda Clincher). By which I am not paying the tax man £500 extra .

OR go for SLR 2 with 105 Group set now which cost £1500. I am paying £500 extra from my pocket.

I can afford either of them - but I would always like to take sensible decision.


What would you suggest for me? SLR3 with Tigra/105 sifters or SLR 2 with 105 Group set. I am not able to take the decision ,. So I will go your suggestion- What ever the majority of you say..


Please help me to decide.

 

[Onyer]

I have not ridden either of them so cannot comment on how they feel, ride, comfort etc. A few factors that may, or may not, influence you.
Colour - choose the one you like as you will have to live with it.
Upgrade path - could you upgrade to Di2 gearing. You may not want to at the moment but in the future who knows.
Comfort and fit - make sure you really enjoy riding it.

Whatever you decide a lot of the fun in getting a new bike is in the research and trying a few out.

 

[bonsaibilly]

Are you prepared to / comfortable breaking the law, as the cycle scheme typically a) does not allow top-ups from your own pocket, and b) does not allow subsequent wheel upgrades a year later. BB

 

[vickster]

Think this guy has started another thread about commuters

 

[wheresthetorch]

Think this guy has started another thread about commuters

I think he can hear you!

 

[mythste]

Are you prepared to / comfortable breaking the law, as the cycle scheme typically a) does not allow top-ups from your own pocket, and b) does not allow subsequent wheel upgrades a year later. BB

IIRC the Evans scheme does allow top ups as part of the terms. I know the halfords voucher does not.