Keep my M2C or switch to an M4?

MKParris · 06-05-2021, 08:25 AM

I have a line on a bsm M4 with 6spd. I have good very good offer on my 2020 M2C 6spd. Net cost to me to upgrade is about $21k. Do you think the new car is better? Do you guys think the M4 is fast on the track as the M2C? I strongly dislike the new grille but love the interior and the bsm hides the grille well enough for me that I don’t notice it.

Thoughts…

Pic of my M2c below.

Asindhidude · 06-05-2021, 10:41 AM

Keep your car.

DFW_M · 06-05-2021, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Asindhidude

Keep your car.

I agree. The M2 is a very different car that is worth keeping.

bri1042 · 06-05-2021, 10:54 AM

Don't listen to us. Both of them are worth having and keeping. YOU need to weigh anything that you aren't liking about the M2 and if the M3 fixes any of those things. For me it fixed the things I didn't like about owning my M2C without adding any significant new negatives....but my opinion is only worthwhile if you have the same issues/complaints.

MKParris · 06-05-2021, 11:02 AM

My complaint is mainly that I am just not comfortable and while i love the go-kart feel, i miss the space that my M3s had since i shuffle my two kids around a good bit. I miss the HUD and cup holders that can hold a large chick fila cup, lol. I would also hope that at highway speeds it is slightly faster than the M2.

dialogical · 06-05-2021, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by MKParris

My complaint is mainly that I am just not comfortable and while i love the go-kart feel, i miss the space that my M3s had since i shuffle my two kids around a good bit. I miss the HUD and cup holders that can hold a large chick fila cup, lol. I would also hope that at highway speeds it is slightly faster than the M2.

Ok then yeah - the M3 is a great choice. It will give you what you want based on those comments.

Pantagathus · 06-05-2021, 11:21 AM

I was 100% sure I was going to get an M2C before the M3 was released. Loved the car, loved the look etc. I then really looked at the new M3, and decided to go with that. Couldn't be happier, it is an amazing car. Have absolutely zero regrets. Anecdotally, a number of forum members have switched from thr M2C to M3/4 and all seem to be really happy with the move. It feels a vastly newer platform. I have two kids that I have in the car almost every day and the M2C would have annoyed me after awhile. It's also starting to feel a bit dated.

It's really what you value though, it's such a personal decision.

barryc365 · 06-05-2021, 11:24 AM

It sounds like you need an M3 rather than an M4 but either way if you are looking for the combination of tech, comfort and speed I would make the change because your never gonna be selling in to a second hand market as hot and sounds like the 3/4 suits your needs better. With the kids the 4 door is a game changer, worth considering that as I'm sure you have

MKParris · 06-05-2021, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by barryc365

It sounds like you need an M3 rather than an M4 but either way if you are looking for the combination of tech, comfort and speed I would make the change because your never gonna be selling in to a second hand market as hot and sounds like the 3/4 suits your needs better. With the kids the 4 door is a game changer, worth considering that as I'm sure you have

The problem is the dealer only has an M4 and they are willing to do invoice -500 for me. If i order they will only do $500 off sticker.

barryc365 · 06-05-2021, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by MKParris

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Originally Posted by barryc365

It sounds like you need an M3 rather than an M4 but either way if you are looking for the combination of tech, comfort and speed I would make the change because your never gonna be selling in to a second hand market as hot and sounds like the 3/4 suits your needs better. With the kids the 4 door is a game changer, worth considering that as I'm sure you have

The problem is the dealer only has an M4 and they are willing to do invoice -500 for me. If i order they will only do $500 off sticker.

What's the difference in that? I wouldn't let a few grand stop me from getting the right car in the grand scheme of things if it suited my needs better

M3 is cheaper too right? but they're taking ages to order as you know

MKParris · 06-05-2021, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by barryc365

What's the difference in that? I wouldn't let a few grand stop me from getting the right car in the grand scheme of things if it suited my needs better

M3 is cheaper too right? but they're taking ages to order as you know

Difference is like $5k sticker to invoice.

02M3ForMe · 06-05-2021, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by MKParris

Difference is like $5k sticker to invoice.

What's the MSRP on the M4?

AndroidRobot · 06-05-2021, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by MKParris

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Originally Posted by barryc365

What's the difference in that? I wouldn't let a few grand stop me from getting the right car in the grand scheme of things if it suited my needs better

M3 is cheaper too right? but they're taking ages to order as you know

Difference is like $5k sticker to invoice.

you're correct, there isn't a lot of markup on these compared to other vehicles

Bimmer TiM3 · 06-05-2021, 10:03 PM

I don't think an M4 will make you happy based on your comments. You need an M3. Good luck with your decision.

mzcp · 06-05-2021, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MKParris

My complaint is mainly that I am just not comfortable and while i love the go-kart feel, i miss the space that my M3s had since i shuffle my two kids around a good bit. I miss the HUD and cup holders that can hold a large chick fila cup, lol. I would also hope that at highway speeds it is slightly faster than the M2.

I made the switch from M2C to G80 and could not be happier. For me, the comfort and the new technology were the major pluses. I feel that the G80 is more stable at high speed. It's not as nimble as the M2C but it picks up speed pretty quick from a roll. Power delivery is more linear and does not drop until redline.

wtwo3 · 06-06-2021, 07:49 AM

The answer is simple. Keep the M2C and also get an M4C.

Nettles · 06-06-2021, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by wtwo3

The answer is simple. Keep the M2C and also get an M4C.

I was going to recommend something along these lines. Get an M2c down the road if you really miss it that much, but I don’t think that big of a gap will exist. Depending on how G87 ends up actually looking it might convert more owners.

chris719 · 06-19-2021, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by bri1042

Don't listen to us. Both of them are worth having and keeping. YOU need to weigh anything that you aren't liking about the M2 and if the M3 fixes any of those things. For me it fixed the things I didn't like about owning my M2C without adding any significant new negatives....but my opinion is only worthwhile if you have the same issues/complaints.

I know you had posted a very nice comparison, but was curious how different the steering feel in particular is on the two cars?

MKParris · 06-20-2021, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by wtwo3

The answer is simple. Keep the M2C and also get an M4C.

True story. My GF wants to buy the M2C and have it be her car

If not I have a buyer for more than I bought the car for and basically will have driven it for free for a year.

barryc365 · 06-20-2021, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by MKParris

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Originally Posted by wtwo3

The answer is simple. Keep the M2C and also get an M4C.

True story. My GF wants to buy the M2C and have it be her car

If not I have a buyer for more than I bought the car for and basically will have driven it for free for a year.

Well that sounds ideal. Keep it in the family!

Definitely get the M3 because you'll still have access to the M2!

flanast · 06-20-2021, 08:42 AM

If you aren't using the Car on the track then M4 all day

CSanto · 07-12-2021, 05:15 AM

Keep It. No way its worth that cash. You can do a lot with 20k. Invest it

06-05-2021, 08:25 AM	#1
MKParris Major 908 Rep 1,110 Posts Drives: M3CX Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2022 M3 Comp Xdrive [0.00]	Keep my M2C or switch to an M4? I have a line on a bsm M4 with 6spd. I have good very good offer on my 2020 M2C 6spd. Net cost to me to upgrade is about $21k. Do you think the new car is better? Do you guys think the M4 is fast on the track as the M2C? I strongly dislike the new grille but love the interior and the bsm hides the grille well enough for me that I don’t notice it. Thoughts… Pic of my M2c below. Attached Images __________________ Sold: 2008 335i, 2015 M3, 2018 M3, 2020 M2 Comp Current: 2022 M3 CompX, 2024 M2 6-Spd
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bri1042 Brigadier General 5882 Rep 3,281 Posts Drives: 2021 IOMG M3 6MT Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	Don't listen to us. Both of them are worth having and keeping. YOU need to weigh anything that you aren't liking about the M2 and if the M3 fixes any of those things. For me it fixed the things I didn't like about owning my M2C without adding any significant new negatives....but my opinion is only worthwhile if you have the same issues/complaints.
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MKParris Major 908 Rep 1,110 Posts Drives: M3CX Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2022 M3 Comp Xdrive [0.00]	My complaint is mainly that I am just not comfortable and while i love the go-kart feel, i miss the space that my M3s had since i shuffle my two kids around a good bit. I miss the HUD and cup holders that can hold a large chick fila cup, lol. I would also hope that at highway speeds it is slightly faster than the M2.
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Pantagathus Lieutenant 744 Rep 596 Posts Drives: 2021 M3 BGM Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: California iTrader: (0)	I was 100% sure I was going to get an M2C before the M3 was released. Loved the car, loved the look etc. I then really looked at the new M3, and decided to go with that. Couldn't be happier, it is an amazing car. Have absolutely zero regrets. Anecdotally, a number of forum members have switched from thr M2C to M3/4 and all seem to be really happy with the move. It feels a vastly newer platform. I have two kids that I have in the car almost every day and the M2C would have annoyed me after awhile. It's also starting to feel a bit dated. It's really what you value though, it's such a personal decision.
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barryc365 Major 1953 Rep 1,377 Posts Drives: BMWM3 Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: NYC iTrader: (1)	It sounds like you need an M3 rather than an M4 but either way if you are looking for the combination of tech, comfort and speed I would make the change because your never gonna be selling in to a second hand market as hot and sounds like the 3/4 suits your needs better. With the kids the 4 door is a game changer, worth considering that as I'm sure you have
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