[Neusser]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

I don't Larry, you just need to be corrected once in a while.

What did you correct?

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by Neusser

What did you correct?

Not going there with you Larry. Been there done that on the star tires you never stood corrected on them not being more expensive. You’re just the forum agitator and I accept that.
Go back and read your comment on the B58 G30/31 handling the same as the 340.

I’m out, mic dropped.

[Neusser]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Not going there with you .

Of course you aren't. Because you can't edit my posts.


Too bad, so sad.

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by Neusser

Of course you aren't. Because you can't edit my posts.


Too bad, so sad.

Not following you…..as usual. Your posts speak for themselves.

[Neusser]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Not following you…..as usual. Your posts speak for themselves.

What did you correct?

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by Neusser

What did you correct?

Do star marked tires cost more than non starmaked? You know, the statement you emphatically made about how it’s all marketing so the dealers make more money and/or the tire manufacturers make more money? You know, when you said it’s a money grab for them to charge more (when they don’t)? Let’s start with that. Did you ever admit they actually are the same price? (Regardless of whether there is any difference or not in quality or specs). Nope, you just carried on taunting everyone with your “magic tire” sarcasm.

When you are posting with that thesaurus by your side so you can sound smarter than you are, look up the word humility.

[Neusser]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Do star marked tires cost more than non starmaked? You know, the statement you emphatically made about how it’s all marketing so the dealers make more money and/or the tire manufacturers make more money? You know, when you said it’s a money grab for them to charge more (when they don’t)? Let’s start with that. Did you ever admit they actually are the same price? (Regardless of whether there is any difference or not in quality or specs). Nope, you just carried on taunting everyone with your “magic tire” sarcasm.

When you are posting with that thesaurus by your side so you can sound smarter than you are, look up the word humility.

What did you correct?

Tumbleweeds.

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by Neusser

What did you correct?

Tumbleweeds.

Magic

[Neusser]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Magic

What did you correct?

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by Neusser

Tumbleweeds.

I’ll give you the last word, because everyone here knows how important it is to you. I can see I’ve annoyed you. Nothing like annoying a washed up ex pat who pumps up his tires behind a keyboard.

Tumbleweeds on the star marked claim huh? Seriously, look up humidity in that thesaurus and while you’re at it, look up Character.

Bye.

[Neusser]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

I’ll give you the last word, because everyone here knows how important it is to you. I can see I’ve annoyed you. Nothing like annoying a washed up ex pat who pumps up his tires behind a keyboard.

Tumbleweeds on the star marked claim huh? Seriously, look up humidity in that thesaurus and while you’re at it, look up Character.

Bye.

So nothing? Aw.

At least you didn't call me a pedophile this time.

That's progress, Joe.

[NGT2]

This thread is starting to remind me of The Big Lebowski…

Is this your homework Larry? IS THIS YOUR HOMEWORK LARRY?!

[NGT2]

Originally Posted by Neusser

So nothing? Aw.

At least you didn't call me a pedophile this time.

That's progress, Joe.

I don’t want to get in the middle of this little marital spat. Lord knows I have enough of that on my hands… but you do come off like an asshole sometimes.

[NGT2]

OP - I see two obvious answers and one obvious alternate route.

Option one - keep the F80 and maybe get an M550 to go with it.

Option two - get an M5.

Alternate route - M340

But if you get an M550 you won’t be disappointed. It’s fabulous. It’s a luxury muscle car. But in true muscle car form, it’s heavy. Especially the nose. It drives lighter than it is. DHP option can add to this trait. But not all like it. Coming from and M3, you may not love DHP. Regardless, the primary place the weight can’t hide is the nose. It’s a front heavy car. But it’s effortless in power and incredible to drive every day.

I had a G30 540i RWD before my M550. It’s also a great car and much lighter feeling. Depending on how you drive, you may like it as well. But if you’re going with the B58 engine, I think I’m back to the M340. Unless you’re ready to sacrifice sport for comfort. In which case, a 540 M Sport is a great option if you want a lighter feel. My wife’s X7 40ix is obviously big and drives big but the front end of it feels light as a feather. It’s really quite impressive. Such a large vehicle but it drives lighter than my M550. It rolls around more and is clumsier, of course. But the V8 makes a noticeable difference in the feel of the front end.

I don’t mind the front end feeling so heavy when I take a fast 90 degree turn because it feels so good when I straighten it out and release that power!

Keep us posted!

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by Neusser

So nothing? Aw.

At least you didn't call me a pedophile this time.

That's progress, Joe.

Correcting you once again Larry, I called you a Predator, which fits the bill.

[BMW012]

Originally Posted by NGT2

OP - I see two obvious answers and one obvious alternate route.

Option one - keep the F80 and maybe get an M550 to go with it.

Option two - get an M5.

Alternate route - M340

But if you get an M550 you won’t be disappointed. It’s fabulous. It’s a luxury muscle car. But in true muscle car form, it’s heavy. Especially the nose. It drives lighter than it is. DHP option can add to this trait. But not all like it. Coming from and M3, you may not love DHP. Regardless, the primary place the weight can’t hide is the nose. It’s a front heavy car. But it’s effortless in power and incredible to drive every day.

I had a G30 540i RWD before my M550. It’s also a great car and much lighter feeling. Depending on how you drive, you may like it as well. But if you’re going with the B58 engine, I think I’m back to the M340. Unless you’re ready to sacrifice sport for comfort. In which case, a 540 M Sport is a great option if you want a lighter feel. My wife’s X7 40ix is obviously big and drives big but the front end of it feels light as a feather. It’s really quite impressive. Such a large vehicle but it drives lighter than my M550. It rolls around more and is clumsier, of course. But the V8 makes a noticeable difference in the feel of the front end.

I don’t mind the front end feeling so heavy when I take a fast 90 degree turn because it feels so good when I straighten it out and release that power!

Keep us posted!

lol ever get a chance to drive one yet? or just think you will enjoy the m340?

[adhrp]

Originally Posted by Bt31st

I think I'm finally going to part with my 2016 M3 that I ordered new and have daily driven for 48k miles over the last 8 years. Don't like the new M3 or the new 5 series. I feel like the G30 may be the last body style that looks like an actual BMW as every new vehicle they release just gets uglier. Anyway I've never bought a used BMW so I wanted some advice. Looking to get a 2021-2022 M550i. Probably in blue or grey.

First off, anyone make the same move from an F80? I love my M3 and would be happy to keep driving it. But it's not the most comfortable car for longer distances and I wouldn't mind a little more luxury and comfort. I realize the 5 won't be as much fun to drive but I think I'm OK with that. Also, I can't keep the M3 forever and if I wait another couple of years I don't know that BMW will even make anything I would want.

OP, I have bolded what I think is the most decision-driving part of your post and with that I agree with NGT2's advice above but will add a bit more to it. Since you don't want a constantly aggressive drive, I would mostly rule out the M5. That leaves you with the M340i and M550i. The M340i will be a wonderful driver that is more comfortable than your M3, but probably not more luxurious. The M550i will be very comfortable, very luxurious, VERY powerful, but less tossable than the M3 or M340i (still very good handling nevertheless). With these attributes in mind, I think you will be able to see which one fits your needs/priorities and hope this helps with your decision-making.

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by adhrp

OP, I have bolded what I think is the most decision-driving part of your post and with that I agree with NGT2's advice above but will add a bit more to it. Since you don't want a constantly aggressive drive, I would mostly rule out the M5. That leaves you with the M340i and M550i. The M340i will be a wonderful driver that is more comfortable than your M3, but probably not more luxurious. The M550i will be very comfortable, very luxurious, VERY powerful, but less tossable than the M3 or M340i (still very good handling nevertheless). With these attributes in mind, I think you will be able to see which one fits your needs/priorities and hope this helps with your decision-making.

Have you driven the M5? I was surprised how tame and soft it could be configured. Pretty much an M550 that handles like a car half it's weight but is also comfortable on bad pavement. Now that an LCI is in the $80's, I wouldn't overlook it if I were shopping.

[adhrp]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Have you driven the M5? I was surprised how tame and soft it could be configured. Pretty much an M550 that handles like a car half it's weight but is also comfortable on bad pavement. Now that an LCI is in the $80's, I wouldn't overlook it if I were shopping.

I haven't... should have added that as a disclosure. I know how much you enjoyed it, but reading about the M5 and from OP's perspective re: comfort during longer distances, it seems like he's looking to move away from full M.

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by adhrp

I haven't... should have added that as a disclosure. I know how much you enjoyed it, but reading about the M5 and from OP's perspective re: comfort during longer distances, it seems like he's looking to move away from full M.

Understood, I guess I was so surprised by how much closer it was to the M550 in terms of overall comfort that it may be worth a look if he can find one locally to drive and it's in his budget.

The seats in the M5C were noticeable more comfortable than mine.

[NGT2]

Originally Posted by BMW012

lol ever get a chance to drive one yet? or just think you will enjoy the m340?

Funny you ask. If it’s still there, I’m going to text my local sales guy (who I’ve never bought from) and ask him if I can test drive one today. It’s a nice day, why not?

[NGT2]

Originally Posted by adhrp

I haven't... should have added that as a disclosure. I know how much you enjoyed it, but reading about the M5 and from OP's perspective re: comfort during longer distances, it seems like he's looking to move away from full M.

I feel like longer drives would be pretty comfortable in the M5. I haven’t been in one but it seems long drives are typically on decent roads (highway/interstate) and the M5 should have pretty comfortable seats. Any negative effect from the tighter suspension would be in town, I’d think.