[Saintjah]

Love the M2C.... got impulsive and went out and tested the 2020 Mercedes C63s and just didnt like the feel. Sure the c63 was a lot more posh and has its ups, it just didnt feel like as much of a drivers car.

[TrentMeister]

Originally Posted by Saintjah

Love the M2C.... got impulsive and went out and tested the 2020 Mercedes C63s and just didnt like the feel. Sure the c63 was a lot more posh and has its ups, it just didnt feel like as much of a drivers car.

Looks great

Sounds great

Feels great to sit in

SUCKS to hoon it in

That was my impression on the test drive as well

It's just soft, unresponsive, and kind of hard to see out of. So getting near the limit was really sketchy

Just made me love the m2 more

[BigKutta]

After a lot of good warm weather and driving the M2 over the weekend, I feel like its really getting even better as i approach 3k miles. Everything seems better, the sound, the shifts, the power delivery, the car just seems like a well oiled machine now. Makes sense as the parts get driven in and bedded. Really enjoying the evolving character of the M2C. Hard to explain, but it just seems to be getting better, or maybe I'm just getting used to it now.

[///AVM]

Originally Posted by BigKutta

After a lot of good warm weather and driving the M2 over the weekend, I feel like its really getting even better as i approach 3k miles. Everything seems better, the sound, the shifts, the power delivery, the car just seems like a well oiled machine now. Makes sense as the parts get driven in and bedded. Really enjoying the evolving character of the M2C. Hard to explain, but it just seems to be getting better, or maybe I'm just getting used to it now.

Kutta

Not unusual at all. I have yet to explore the M2C . . . you know the story.

However, I can tell you my GTS continues to get better and better after 9 months, or so of ownership.

As you suggest, I am not sure if the car itself is getting better, or it is my understanding and comfort of the car that is better? Probably a little of both.

///AVM

[MThree_Forty]

After retiring in June of last year, I decided that I wasn't driving the long commutes any more, and a super luxury sports car (my 2018 Marina Bay Blue M5), was no longer a necessity. I switched to a 2020 G05 X5 40i as our family car and daily driver. I love the X5 tremendously, but could not get the performance car out of my mind. I longed for a smaller, yet fast and nimble alternative to the M5.

I had considered an M2 back in 2017, but decided to hold off, finally getting the M5 in 2018. For the model year 2020, I had heard nothing but good things about the M2 Competition, so decided to look into it.

I searched the internet for weeks, finally finding a Hockenheim Silver with the Executive Pkg, M-DCT, Black 788 Style wheels and decked out with a number of M-Performance CF accessories (mirror caps, side winglets, rear spoiler). It was delivered last Thursday.

I have put nearly 700 miles on the car over the weekend. This car is an absolute joy to drive. The M5 was insanely fast, and extremely luxurious. But, for being the entry level M-Car, this M2 is "money".

1. It is quick
2. It handles superbly. It is THE perfect size and looks super-aggressive. The wheels add a lot to the looks.
3. The exhaust (in Sport+ mode) sounds very good. Great sounding burbles and deep (not raspy) sounding pops. I was resigned to having to purchase an aftermarket exhaust (was looking at Remus), but don't think it will be necessary. I can use that money for a PPF wrap and vinyl wrapping the roof with 3M 1080 Film in Satin Black instead.
4. Gas mileage (highway) averaging 25 MPG. All around mileage seems to be around 19.

Bottom line, I am extremely pleased with this vehicle. It may sound crazy to say, but I think this M2 is the most fun M-car I have owned, and I have owned an E92 M3, an F80 M3, and the F90 M5. They all had positive things going for them, but, for me, the M2 seems to have taken the best of their features, and rolled them into one. The only thing that discourages me is the stuff I am reading about the locked DME bootloader which hampers one's ability to apply a tune. Hopefully, they find a hassle-free workaround for that at some point.

[baege]

Originally Posted by BigKutta

After a lot of good warm weather and driving the M2 over the weekend, I feel like its really getting even better as i approach 3k miles. Everything seems better, the sound, the shifts, the power delivery, the car just seems like a well oiled machine now. Makes sense as the parts get driven in and bedded. Really enjoying the evolving character of the M2C. Hard to explain, but it just seems to be getting better, or maybe I'm just getting used to it now.

man, I can't wait to get to where you are at

I am only at 1000 miles and am looking forward to really experiencing this car as it gets better and better!

[BigKutta]

Originally Posted by Zero260in3

After retiring in June of last year, I decided that I wasn't driving the long commutes any more, and a super luxury sports car (my 2018 Marina Bay Blue M5), was no longer a necessity. I switched to a 2020 G05 X5 40i as our family car and daily driver. I love the X5 tremendously, but could not get the performance car out of my mind. I longed for a smaller, yet fast and nimble alternative to the M5.

I had considered an M2 back in 2017, but decided to hold off, finally getting the M5 in 2018. For the model year 2020, I had heard nothing but good things about the M2 Competition, so decided to look into it.

I searched the internet for weeks, finally finding a Hockenheim Silver with the Executive Pkg, M-DCT, Black 788 Style wheels and decked out with a number of M-Performance CF accessories (mirror caps, side winglets, rear spoiler). It was delivered last Thursday.

I have put nearly 700 miles on the car over the weekend. This car is an absolute joy to drive. The M5 was insanely fast, and extremely luxurious. But, for being the entry level M-Car, this M2 is "money".

1. It is quick
2. It handles superbly. It is THE perfect size and looks super-aggressive. The wheels add a lot to the looks.
3. The exhaust (in Sport+ mode) sounds very good. Great sounding burbles and deep (not raspy) sounding pops. I was resigned to having to purchase an aftermarket exhaust (was looking at Remus), but don't think it will be necessary. I can use that money for a PPF wrap and vinyl wrapping the roof with 3M 1080 Film in Satin Black instead.
4. Gas mileage (highway) averaging 25 MPG. All around mileage seems to be around 19.

Bottom line, I am extremely pleased with this vehicle. It may sound crazy to say, but I think this M2 is the most fun M-car I have owned, and I have owned an E92 M3, an F80 M3, and the F90 M5. They all had positive things going for them, but, for me, the M2 seems to have taken the best of their features, and rolled them into one. The only thing that discourages me is the stuff I am reading about the locked DME bootloader which hampers one's ability to apply a tune. Hopefully, they find a hassle-free workaround for that at some point.

I too was tempted to skip the "would love to have car" (M2C), and just step into something along the size of the 5er I was driving. I looked at the M5, but for whatever reason, it didn't get me as excited as an M2 did (maybe I'm weird). I just wanted an M2, and I'm so glad I did. This is my first M car, and going forward I'm going to always be looking for smaller cars that can deliver this driving experience, or better. Your post really validates the decision to not have gone with a bigger car...zero regrets, and all smiles on my end.

[MMMBRAP]

I just realized the other day how I love that I get to do lower-back twist exercises every time I go for a drive and reach for my seat belt.

Usually accompanied by a short groan.

[BigKutta]

Originally Posted by MMMBRAP

I just realized the other day how I love that I get to do lower-back twist exercises every time I go for a drive and reach for my seat belt.

Usually accompanied by a short groan.

Use the seatbelt hook bro, no groans

[xxyion]

This weekend i stretched the legs of my M2C a bit too. I'm approaching 1500 miles and i agreethe drive keeps getting better and better.

Theres a small strip of open road behind an abandoned parking structure near my place that i found. Taught the girlfriend how to drive manual and then i decided to see how fast i could do a 0-60. Holy cow this car flies. I had too much fun i forgot to time myself. Hard launching this car and hearing the tires squeal before taking off foot to the floor was breathtaking. I've never done a launch in a car this fast before and i really cant wait to take it to the track. I never drive like that when there are people around and so really being to feel the acceleration this car offers was a treat.

[veenut28]

Originally Posted by MMMBRAP

I just realized the other day how I love that I get to do lower-back twist exercises every time I go for a drive and reach for my seat belt.

Usually accompanied by a short groan.

I don't have much flexibility in my back and this annoyed me at first, but try dropping your arm down to the side to catch the belt lower down, and you don't have to reach as far.

I never remember to use that belt holding thing. Still not entirely convinced it's not just a random piece of plastic that they labeled post hoc

[baege]

so I just had the break in service completed and have now been able to fully experience the car and holy cow!

did my first full throttle on ramp yesterday and wow this thing pulls

I get what they say about m engines even more now, the s55 just has this eager loves to rev character that draws you in (so why is the redline so hard to see )

I have done the same ramps with my 2016 cayman S and while the s55 doesn't sound as good, it does have a similar motorsports engine feel to it, and it is definitely quicker

compared to the b58 in my m240i the s55 just feels much more race car and visceral than the b58 which feels kind of synthetic

my love for this car has gone next level now and I look forward to the next drive even more

what a car!

[AUSf22]

My experience made me fall in love with the car.

I had my last scheduled free service in my f22 and as I was waiting for them to finish my service check I asked to test drive one of the cars in stock.

Had no plans of changing cars but after I drove it, I went back and started negotiating.

Ended up ordering a brand new one to my specs.

[BigKutta]

Originally Posted by baege

I get what they say about m engines even more now, the s55 just has this eager loves to rev character that draws you in (so why is the redline so hard to see )

I have no idea how anyone can daily this car and not get in trouble. Its built to rev high, and frankly I love pushing it even when going to the grocery store.

And dont get started on the redline visibility. I posted that here when I first bought my M2 and was called all kinds of things like blind, etc etc...

[Poochie]

Originally Posted by BigKutta

I have no idea how anyone can daily this car and not get in trouble. Its built to rev high, and frankly I love pushing it even when going to the grocery store.

And dont get started on the redline visibility. I posted that here when I first bought my M2 and was called all kinds of things like blind, etc etc...

Yea, I never mention it but it's always in the back of my mind; if I get a faster car, I'll end up hurt or in jail.

I just can't help myself; I just get a rush, like I'm on drugs, when the M2 pedal is touching the floor..

I hear you Vin Diesel

[JustinHEMI]

I loved Challengers so much that I've owned 5 over the last 7 years. I was so worried about trading my last one in this past Saturday..., would I like the M2? Hate it? Miss the Challenger?

I'm over all of that. It could still be the honeymoon, but this car is everything I thought it would be and more. I haven't had one second of regret or missing the Challenger.

I fell in love with the M2 when they first came out, and kicked the tires a few times, but finally pulled the trigger and couldn't be happier.

I am surprised that I don't miss the Challenger at all.

[Poochie]

Originally Posted by JustinHEMI

I am surprised that I don't miss the Challenger at all.

Nice!

By you handle, I'm assuming you had a Hemi engine, what trim level was it (RT, Scat Pack, etc)?

[BigKutta]

Originally Posted by JustinHEMI

I loved Challengers so much that I've owned 5 over the last 7 years. I was so worried about trading my last one in this past Saturday..., would I like the M2? Hate it? Miss the Challenger?

I'm over all of that. It could still be the honeymoon, but this car is everything I thought it would be and more. I haven't had one second of regret or missing the Challenger.

I fell in love with the M2 when they first came out, and kicked the tires a few times, but finally pulled the trigger and couldn't be happier.

I am surprised that I don't miss the Challenger at all.

I hear ya man. I loved the M2 when I first saw it, and just had to have it. The time came and I pulled the trigger on it too. It bring me great joy every time..stereo off, windows down and high rev shifts all day.

I was at a light today next to an Alpina M6 GC, and I decided to punch it and the back end was slipping like crazy more than enough power...

[JustinHEMI]

Originally Posted by Poochie

Nice!

By you handle, I'm assuming you had a Hemi engine, what trim level was it (RT, Scat Pack, etc)?

My most recent was a 392 T/A edition. Manual, of course. Loved the sound, etc, but I really love windy mountain roads, and that simply isn't its forte.

[Poochie]

Originally Posted by JustinHEMI

My most recent was a 392 T/A edition. Manual, of course. Loved the sound, etc, but I really love windy mountain roads, and that simply isn't its forte.

Damn, that's the big boy; I hope you gave it a good wirl, before you handed them the key and kissed it goodbye..

[JustinHEMI]

Originally Posted by Poochie

Damn, that's the big boy; I hope you gave it a good wirl, before you handed them the key and kissed it goodbye..

Sure did! Got to drive it all the way to Atlanta from Pittsburgh and had fun on the way.

[TrentMeister]

Originally Posted by AUSf22

My experience made me fall in love with the car.

I had my last scheduled free service in my f22 and as I was waiting for them to finish my service check I asked to test drive one of the cars in stock.

Had no plans of changing cars but after I drove it, I went back and started negotiating.

Ended up ordering a brand new one to my specs.

I especially think if I had DCT I'd get in trouble.

The 6mt helps me restrain myself a bit I think.