[Hazey82]

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Not asking for which is better as I know those threads already exists. I just thought I would share in case it helps anyone else. I hope the quality isn't affected with the upload if it is use this https://goo.gl/photos/ociWfeLgiiJJiGxZ7

My M2 obsession has kicked back in again and considering MG and AW. I have thrown in BSM for good measure, sorry LBB you are too green for my liking.
MG because I like how it shows the lines and I like metallic cars and it's closer to my old Silver Grey E46 M3 which I miss. I like the AW because of contrast between black wheels tyres and the white and also think it looks great with a gloss black roof. I don't like the way the front looks in AW though. Looks to bare or flat??

[pissclams]

The LBB looks much different in person than it does in photographs, assuming though that you know that.

I love the look of the BSM but I've owned a black car and never again, too much work.

I currently have an Alpine White M3 and needed a change, the LBB fit the bill. Never really considered the MG.

[jdarwin]

I find it ironic that folks talk about how hard it is to maintain a black car. The hardest thing to keep clean on an M2 is the wheels. And guess what ? They're BLACK. It takes me half the time to clean the car as it does the wheels.

[seis-speed]

I have seen all 4 in person. Pictures do not do BSM justice !!!!

[Dabozo]

Originally Posted by jdarwin

I find it ironic that folks talk about how hard it is to maintain a black car. The hardest thing to keep clean on an M2 is the wheels. And guess what ? They're BLACK. It takes me half the time to clean the car as it does the wheels.

100%! I love the look of these wheels but It's what I completely dread when it comes to washing this car...and I have a BSM. Such a PITA. You have to get in behind and clean the entire width (depth) of the wheel otherwise it looks like crap when ur done because e/t is visible. Def takes at least as long to clean wheels vs rest of car.
...and boy do these wheels get dirty fast! As my first BMW, I kind of expected this since almost every (non enthusiast) BMW Ive ever seen has had super dirty front wheels. Would def look into other pad options when the time comes but at same time would hate to lose some stopping power.

[Verdi]

Originally Posted by Dabozo

100%! I love the look of these wheels but It's what I completely dread when it comes to washing this car...and I have a BSM. Such a PITA. You have to get in behind and clean the entire width (depth) of the wheel otherwise it looks like crap when ur done because e/t is visible. Def takes at least as long to clean wheels vs rest of car.
...and boy do these wheels get dirty fast! As my first BMW, I kind of expected this since almost every (non enthusiast) BMW Ive ever seen has had super dirty front wheels. Would def look into other pad options when the time comes but at same time would hate to lose some stopping power.

I washed my car yesterday and couldn't bother doing the wheels on the "inside". You even have to move the car a little so you can wash the parts blocked by the brakes...

This almost calls for another set of wheels, don't you think? Especially since I got Contis... 20" M666 looks great on the M2 IMO. But they are expensive... And doesn't look too easy to clean either.

[UltraMagneticAL]

aw is the fastest colour. lol


also it looks great in a Panda scheme.

[Aerosoul Bastard]

BSM > all of it

[McPurrs]

Those who think black is toughest to keep clean just have a lower standard of clean IMO. Paint color does not matter. Take two cars and drive them in the same conditions on the same road at the same time. They will be just as dirty. Colors that don't 'seem' as dirty, are still.

[metrickid]

Originally Posted by McPurrs

Those who think black is toughest to keep clean just have a lower standard of clean IMO. Paint color does not matter. Take two cars and drive them in the same conditions on the same road at the same time. They will be just as dirty. Colors that don't 'seem' as dirty, are still.

Duh, but if the car doesn't look dirty there is no reason to clean it (within reason)?
So in other words it is harder to maintain a black car.

[McPurrs]

Originally Posted by metrickid

Duh, but if the car doesn't look dirty there is no reason to clean it (within reason)?
So in other words it is harder to maintain a black car.

Oh I see, so other colors let you be lazy and not take care of the paint. Got it

That's probably just one reason why black is the fastest color.

[metrickid]

Originally Posted by McPurrs

Oh I see, so other colors let you be lazy and not take care of the paint. Got it

That's probably just one reason why black is the fastest color.

Black looks like shit with just some dust on it, something most other colors still can have but look just fine. I wash my car at least once per week but while that is enough for the red, white and blue cars I've owned it wasn't for my black cars.

[UltraMagneticAL]

Originally Posted by McPurrs

That's probably just one reason why black is the fastest color.

AW doesn't have metallic flakes in the paint = lighter = fastest colour

[omasou]

I have bought white cars since 1987 starting w/my Audi GT Coupe (wish quattro wasn't an arm and leg back then)

Any way white always looks clean as long as you don't smear the dirty on it.

My X5 is Space Gray...a nice color...the problem with gray, black, etc. is they look fantatic when clean but as soon as they get a light coat of dust on them they look...ummm...OK.

My bike was black and though I love clean black paint it gets swirls in the clear which are reflected back by the black. Most annoying when up close detailing.

If you live in a state that snows look at the white cars when driving in the slush and muck. They still look good.

Just my 2 cents.

[omasou]

Originally Posted by McPurrs

Those who think black is toughest to keep clean just have a lower standard of clean IMO. Paint color does not matter. Take two cars and drive them in the same conditions on the same road at the same time. They will be just as dirty. Colors that don't 'seem' as dirty, are still.

Very true but from a distance the white car will still look best and pop the most...all that flake and sparkle won't show through even a light coat of dust.

[Aerosoul Bastard]

Originally Posted by metrickid

Black looks like shit with just some dust on it, something most other colors still can have but look just fine. I wash my car at least once per week but while that is enough for the red, white and blue cars I've owned it wasn't for my black cars.

never had these problems with black cars either, people always yelling at me how clean and shiny the car looks and how often I wash it. I tell them, once a month if I'm in the right mood

I really think this black-color-is-harder-to-maintain-thing is a bit overrated

[metrickid]

Originally Posted by Aerosoul Bastard

never had these problems with black cars either, people always yelling at me how clean and shiny the car looks and how often I wash it. I tell them, once a month if I'm in the right mood

I really think this black-color-is-harder-to-maintain-thing is a bit overrated

I wish it was. I love black cars but it is impossible to own one where I live, as the weather is the biggest reason you have to wash it. If you live in California or Miami you don't know how it is.

[M3 Adjuster]

Originally Posted by UltraMagneticAL

aw is the fastest colour. lol


also it looks great in a Panda scheme.

DIRTY wheels especially the front

[termigni]

my vote goes to MG. if there were LBB here, i'll go with LBB

[Hazey82]

I am leaning toward the MG. I think it will bring more satisfaction as far as angles and certain lighting conditions based on some of the pics I have seen on here and because I loved silver grey metallic on my e46. But then I love the contrast of the white with black wheels tyres and blue calipers. Just pops!

[seis-speed]

I have never struggled over a color like BSM vs MG. I just think BSM hides the few features I dislike about the M2. Fangs and no CF roof, it also suits the stock wheels a little better than MG, IMO.

[pissclams]

Originally Posted by seis-speed

I have never struggled over a color like BSM vs MG. I just think BSM hides the few features I dislike about the M2. Fangs and no CF roof, it also suits the stock wheels a little better than MG, IMO.

It's only a car, man, you're not naming your first born. You're not going to make "the wrong" decision. Pick one and go, it's a beautiful vehicle in all colors and you will be happy with whatever you choose.