[mfritz]

I am close to putting an order in for an m2. I am excited about the car. Apparently the U.S. spec car does not have fold down rear seats or a pass through for long items. Please correct me if I am wrong. I had an e36 m3 which I loved but it had fixed rear seats. It was an inconvenience. I am a skier and biker. I guess I could get a seasucker rack or something like that. A rear hitch rack might work but I don't think I would install it myself.

[swilliams]

That's a bummer, if true. I swear I saw pictures of folded rear seats, but maybe that was a Euro model. Either way, I'm a biker, as well, but not worried because BMW has nice bolt mounts for a roof rack. This is the ideal setup, in my opinion. Full use of the interior, no wear and tear from moving the bike in and out and since the car has a bolt mount you won't have to mess with the window sill bike mounts resting on the paint.

[hyperzulu]

The Euro cars have a folding rear seat. Considering how tight BMW is keeping production, I would be surprised if they used different rear seats for the US. At worst they would use the 60/40 split that the M235i gets for the US market, but a non-folding rear seat which isn't even available on the standard 2 series would mean custom rear seats JUST for the US market M2s. Seems a stretch.

[Nahlem]

Get the folded rear seat if its an option you can't go wrong with them i have them on my 2er and i freaking managed to get a whole IKEA kitchen in putting the car to use!!

[dammitcubs]

wow - i was counting on this and it was a major factor. I hope this isn't true

[OrangeCrush]

Originally Posted by dammitcubs

wow - i was counting on this and it was a major factor. I hope this isn't true

I agree. I use my 1M for Lowe's trips all the time. How can we find out?

[ORIGIN M.]

Because, roll-cage will go in its place.

[pruettfan]

I don't see folding seats or the pass through on the list but I see something called the storage package, not sure what that is.

[metrickid]

60/40 is standard. Just take a VIN from this list and see if it lists option 465, if it does it includes the 40/20/40 split and trough-loading-armrest-system-thingy otherwise you are stuck with the standard 60/40 split without an armrest/through-loading-system.

[BEM-S4]

No folding seats would definitely be a huge pain in the ass. How would you even transport your off season wheels and tires to swap, let alone all the other times they're of use.

[chmura]

No biggie for me as this is my fun car. I have a Toyota 4Runner 4x4 to do all the hauling.

The M2 will be purely a fun car for me. I won't be going to Home Depot with it and picking up lumber.

[mfritz]

Originally Posted by metrickid

60/40 is standard. Just take a VIN from this list and see if it lists option 465, if it does it includes the 40/20/40 split and trough-loading-armrest-system-thingy otherwise you are stuck with the standard 60/40 split without an armrest/through-loading-system.

I hope you are correct. I believe my order has just been placed.

[dammitcubs]

Doesn't look like it's there...

This is what my VIN number shows for my car:
Type M2 (USA)

Dev. series F87 ()

Line 2

Body type COUPE

Steering LL

Door count 2

Engine N55

Cubical capacity 3.00

Power 272

Transmision HECK

Gearbox MECH

Colour LONG BEACH BLUE METALLIC (C16)

Upholstery LEDER DAKOTA/SCHWARZ KONTR.BLAU (LCNL)

Prod. date 2016-01-16




Order options
No. Description
2VB TYRE PRESSURE INDICATOR

248 STEERING WHEEL HEATING

3AG BACKUP CAMERA

302 ALARM SYSTEM

319 INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL

322 COMFORT ACCESS SYSTEM

423 FLOOR MATS, VELOUR

430 INT/EXT RR VW MIRROR W AUT ANTI-DAZZLE

431 INTERIOR RR VW MIRROR W AUT ANTI-D

441 SMOKERS PACKAGE

459 SEAT ADJUSTM., ELECTR. W. MEMORY

488 LUMBAR SUPPORT DRIVER/FRONT PASSENGER

493 STORAGE COMPARTMENT PACKAGE

494 SEAT HEATING F DRIVER/FRONT PASSENGER

5AC AUTOM. HIGH-BEAM HEADLIGHTS CONTROL

5AP DECODING FOR NO-DAZZLE HIGH-BEAM AS

5AS DRIVING ASSISTANT

507 PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)

521 RAIN SENSOR

524 ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS

534 AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING

563 LIGHTS PACKAGE

6AC INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL

6AE TELESERVICES

6AK CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES

6AM REAL TIME TRAFFIC INFORMATION

6AP REMOTE SERVICES

6NS CONVENIENCE TELEPHONY WITH EXTENDED

609 NAVIGATION SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL

655 SATELLITE RADIO

674 HIFI LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM HARMAN KARDON

697 ****-CODE 1

8KL OELSERVICEINT. 15.000KM/11MONTHS

8S4 DECODING VARIABLE LIGHT DISTRIBUTIO

8TH SPEED LIMIT INFO

8TN DAYTIME DRIVING LIGHTS SELECTABLE B

9AA EXTERNAL SKIN PROTECTION

925 SHIPPING PROTECTION PACKAGE

999 ORDER CONTROL FIRST DEALER CARS




Series options
No. Description
1CB CO2 CONTENT

2VZ 19"LT/ALY WHEELS DO.SP. 437 M/MT BL

249 MULTI-FUNCTION FOR STEERING WHEEL

4AE ARMREST FRONT RETRACTABLE

4MC INTERIOR TRIM FINISHERS CARBON FIBRE

4NE BLOW-BY-HEATER

481 SPORT SEATS F DRIVER/FRONT PASSENGER

5DC FOLDING REAR-SEAT HEADRESTS

5DS LUGGAGE-COMPARTMENT EMERG. RELEASE

502 HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM

522 XENON LIGHT

544 CRUISE CONTROL WITH BRAKING FUNCTION

645 RADIO CONTROL US

760 INDIVIDUAL HIGH-GLOSS SATIN CHROME

823 HOT CLIMATE VERSION

845 ACOUSTIC BELT WARNING

853 LANGUAGE VERSION ENGLISH

992 NUMBER PLATE ATTACHEMENT MANAGEMENT

993 MODEL YEAR CODE

[dammitcubs]

If you guys look carefully at this youtube video - you see Carlos Lago go inside this M3 that was at the Detroit auto show. You will see the rear seats are folded Down! Go to 2:20 Marker

I don't know if that is any clue but lets pray for the best.

[zenmaster]

Originally Posted by dammitcubs

If you guys look carefully at this youtube video - you see Carlos Lago go inside this M3 that was at the Detroit auto show. You will see the rear seats are folded Down! Go to 2:20 Marker

I don't know if that is any clue but lets pray for the best.

Big clue.

[mfritz]

Awesome. Thanks for finding that. Hard to tell if it's 60/40 or 40/20/40. Either way that is great news.

[metrickid]

Originally Posted by mfritz

Awesome. Thanks for finding that. Hard to tell if it's 60/40 or 40/20/40. Either way that is great news.

That was the 40/20/40 split with arm rest.

[ConR]

Folding rear seats is an option for us down here in Australia

[metrickid]

Originally Posted by ConR

Folding rear seats is an option for us down here in Australia

40/20/40 is an option, 60/40 is standard.

[dammitcubs]

Originally Posted by metrickid

40/20/40 is an option, 60/40 is standard.

Okay new question. what is the difference?

UPDATE: I think I know what it is now.

If that's the case, then I think it's solved that the M2 will have some type of foldable reat seats in the USA.

Thanks,
Tom

[Artemis]

Option 465 - Split-folding rear seats
The through-loading system is characterised by its rear seat backrest that can be divided in a 40:20:40 ratio for enhanced transport options, as well as more individualised seating and storage configurations. The right seat segment, as well as the smaller centre one, can be folded down individually, and the left seat segment can be folded together with the centre one. This allows the vehicle to offer an extremely high level of flexibility during packing and transporting. For example, two passengers can be seated comfortably in the rear, while long objects such as ski and snowboard bags can be transported at the same time. These are available in suitable sizes from Original BMW Accessories. The self-supported rear centre armrest features two cup holders. Items can be easily secured on the two additional fastening points in the luggage compartment.
Benefits at a glance:
- high level of flexibility when transporting people and goods
- provides space for two rear passengers and long objects such as ski and snowboard bags
- safe transport thanks to additional fastening points in the luggage compartment
(source: BMW UK - M2 configurator)

[OrangeCrush]

Originally Posted by dammitcubs

Doesn't look like it's there...

This is what my VIN number shows for my car:
Type M2 (USA)

Dev. series F87 ()

Line 2

Body type COUPE

Steering LL

Door count 2

Engine N55

Cubical capacity 3.00

Power 272

Transmision HECK

Gearbox MECH

Colour LONG BEACH BLUE METALLIC (C16)

Upholstery LEDER DAKOTA/SCHWARZ KONTR.BLAU (LCNL)

Prod. date 2016-01-16




Order options
No. Description
2VB TYRE PRESSURE INDICATOR

248 STEERING WHEEL HEATING

3AG BACKUP CAMERA

302 ALARM SYSTEM

319 INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL

322 COMFORT ACCESS SYSTEM

423 FLOOR MATS, VELOUR

430 INT/EXT RR VW MIRROR W AUT ANTI-DAZZLE

431 INTERIOR RR VW MIRROR W AUT ANTI-D

441 SMOKERS PACKAGE

459 SEAT ADJUSTM., ELECTR. W. MEMORY

488 LUMBAR SUPPORT DRIVER/FRONT PASSENGER

493 STORAGE COMPARTMENT PACKAGE

494 SEAT HEATING F DRIVER/FRONT PASSENGER

5AC AUTOM. HIGH-BEAM HEADLIGHTS CONTROL

5AP DECODING FOR NO-DAZZLE HIGH-BEAM AS

5AS DRIVING ASSISTANT

507 PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)

521 RAIN SENSOR

524 ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS

534 AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING

563 LIGHTS PACKAGE

6AC INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL

6AE TELESERVICES

6AK CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES

6AM REAL TIME TRAFFIC INFORMATION

6AP REMOTE SERVICES

6NS CONVENIENCE TELEPHONY WITH EXTENDED

609 NAVIGATION SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL

655 SATELLITE RADIO

674 HIFI LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM HARMAN KARDON

697 ****-CODE 1

8KL OELSERVICEINT. 15.000KM/11MONTHS

8S4 DECODING VARIABLE LIGHT DISTRIBUTIO

8TH SPEED LIMIT INFO

8TN DAYTIME DRIVING LIGHTS SELECTABLE B

9AA EXTERNAL SKIN PROTECTION

925 SHIPPING PROTECTION PACKAGE

999 ORDER CONTROL FIRST DEALER CARS




Series options
No. Description
1CB CO2 CONTENT

2VZ 19"LT/ALY WHEELS DO.SP. 437 M/MT BL

249 MULTI-FUNCTION FOR STEERING WHEEL

4AE ARMREST FRONT RETRACTABLE

4MC INTERIOR TRIM FINISHERS CARBON FIBRE

4NE BLOW-BY-HEATER

481 SPORT SEATS F DRIVER/FRONT PASSENGER

5DC FOLDING REAR-SEAT HEADRESTS

5DS LUGGAGE-COMPARTMENT EMERG. RELEASE

502 HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM

522 XENON LIGHT

544 CRUISE CONTROL WITH BRAKING FUNCTION

645 RADIO CONTROL US

760 INDIVIDUAL HIGH-GLOSS SATIN CHROME

823 HOT CLIMATE VERSION

845 ACOUSTIC BELT WARNING

853 LANGUAGE VERSION ENGLISH

992 NUMBER PLATE ATTACHEMENT MANAGEMENT

993 MODEL YEAR CODE

Where do you go for this info?