1M owners: your thoughts on the M2 after the reveal?

[bdaddylo]

Originally Posted by eeghie

And based on that previous quote I'd argue that 1M prices may rise beyond ~MSRP once M2 factory warranties have ended (4-5 years), or sooner if M2 handling is reviewed as sub 1M

The M2 will easily out handle the 1M because it has a much better chassis. The M235, which is on skinnier tires, nearly out handles the 1M.

IMO the low number of 1Ms produced for NA will keep prices relatively stable regardless of how good the M2 is. I'm kind of glad that BMW also skimped out on the M2 as they did with the 1M (i.e., no CF roof, no M seats, no fender vents, etc.). The M2 has so much potential, but BMW has to protect the beloved M3/M4.

[IEDEI]

Originally Posted by bdaddylo

The M2 will easily out handle the 1M because it has a much better chassis. The M235, which is on skinnier tires, nearly out handles the 1M.

IMO the low number of 1Ms produced for NA will keep prices relatively stable regardless of how good the M2 is. I'm kind of glad that BMW also skimped out on the M2 as they did with the 1M (i.e., no CF roof, no M seats, no fender vents, etc.). The M2 has so much potential, but BMW has to protect the beloved M3/M4.

have you driven a 235? it's very soft and floaty.

the 228s I've driven handled poorly. drove one on an autocross once and it under steered like a drunk elephant

I do agree that the M2 will out handle a 1M due to it having superior F8X M3 parts....but in terms of feel and enjoyment I wouldn't be surprised if it is lacking some as that is the general trend amongst BMWs

As for chassis itself...the current 2-series chassis was an evolution of the E8X chassis design...it's not a huge leap in any way.

[JasonCSU]

Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

that's how you go third person!

Haha, yes it is.

Originally Posted by eeghie

And based on that previous quote I'd argue that 1M prices may rise beyond ~MSRP once M2 factory warranties have ended (4-5 years), or sooner if M2 handling is reviewed as sub 1M

I certainly agree with that as well.

[Dee Pee]

M2 is going to be a 5-year run.
http://www.bmwblog.com/2015/12/03/bm...-through-2020/

I imagine the depreciation will rival that of the M3/4.


This will probably bode well for 1M prices.

I just told my new CA that I won't be taking delivery of the first one at my dealership because I intend to wait for any CSL variant. In the interim, I suspect I'll just store my 1M and go lease a Mini Cooper JCW or S hardtop.

[champignon]

Originally Posted by Dee Pee

M2 is going to be a 5-year run.
http://www.bmwblog.com/2015/12/03/bm...-through-2020/

I imagine the depreciation will rival that of the M3/4.

Which is to say, at the speed of a colonoscopy prep?

[Dee Pee]

Originally Posted by champignon

Which is to say, at the speed of a colonoscopy prep?

dude!
you just made my week

GOLYTELY!

[champignon]

Originally Posted by Dee Pee

GOLYTELY!

This is what they call in the trade, "one trial learning."

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by Dee Pee

M2 is going to be a 5-year run.
http://www.bmwblog.com/2015/12/03/bm...-through-2020/

So BMWBlog also reads my posts.

Here they got it from: http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1201091

[IEDEI]

Originally Posted by Artemis

So BMWBlog also reads my posts.

Here they got it from: http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1201091

Horatiu, who runs and owns BMWblog...is a 1M owner and a good guy...I'm sure he checks in here from time to time!

[Chunner]

Originally Posted by IEDEI

Horatiu, who runs and owns BMWblog...is a 1M owner and a good guy...I'm sure he checks in here from time to time!

You PM box is full. Clear it up so I can send you a PM.

[IEDEI]

Originally Posted by Chunner

You PM box is full. Clear it up so I can send you a PM.

lol sorry. done!

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by IEDEI

Horatiu, who runs and owns BMWblog...is a 1M owner and a good guy...I'm sure he checks in here from time to time!

Horatiu got all my respect.

[nachob]

I was getting excited for my fellow M2 owners but just got wind that it appears BMW will force power seats and power folding mirrors on USA and Canada customers like they did with M235i. While I know most want it, it's really a pisser because I'm pretty sure the weight figures they post are for the manual seat version. I thought it was great offering fixed manly suspension a la 1M was great, but now BMW USA messes it up again with their stupidity.

Why not let people have the choice?????

It makes no sense. They spend billions on their just-in-time production line and computerized option system but force weight adding and slow seat moving options on the North America.

[Iceman21]

Looks a bit boring in these pics.

[GAZ 345]

,change the wheels,arches.bumpers enormous fuel flap & dash display & it would be ok,1M' s a keeper

[eeghie]

Originally Posted by GAZ 345

...change the wheels,arches.bumpers enormous fuel flap & dash display & it would be ok,1M' s a keeper

Originally Posted by Iceman21

... Looks a bit boring in these pics.

+1, Having seen quite some images now, the M2 does have some great front angles, but the off shape of the rear flares and the rear 'blob' (between the rear reflector strips) are emerging as aesthetic deal breakers for me. Reserving a final judgement till I've seen it in person but I'm already doubting the M2 would give me the same desire to look back in awe after parking the 1M.

The 1M rims were the first design elements that drew my attention and are spot on in the overall design. In comparison the M2 rims are 'Mehh'.

[COChris]

Originally Posted by eeghie

+1, Having seen quite some images now, the M2 does have some great front angles, but the off shape of the rear flares and the rear 'blob' (between the rear reflector strips) are emerging as aesthetic deal breakers for me. Reserving a final judgement till I've seen it in person but I'm already doubting the M2 would give me the same desire to look back in awe after parking the 1M.

The 1M rims were the first design elements that drew my attention and are spot on in the overall design. In comparison the M2 rims are 'Mehh'.

I hope those aren't stock wheels.

I really like it in blue. Actually a saw one in person in SC over thanksgiving.

The car looks really blah in white. Black is just ok. I bet a metallic grey looks nice.

[ajshanny]

I'm not impressed by the looks of the M2. The so-called fangs are not appealing to me at all and the back end looks sort of pear shaped. The 1M is far better looking in my opinion.

[Iceman21]

http://www.bmwblog.com/2016/01/04/bm...white-clothes/

[phunky_monkey]

[2010MSPORT335i]

Pricing starts at 51.7


http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1213927

[Iceman21]