[psuibmw]

Originally Posted by chmura

Pricing is not that big of a surprise to me.

The next BIG question is when will U.S. dealers receive their allocations???

The next BIGGER question is how much mark up dealers will add?

[BTWoody]

Why bother getting an M4 when you can get an M2 that does the same 0-60 time

[Cope]

Originally Posted by BTWoody

Why bother getting an M4 when you can get an M2 that does the same 0-60 time

For those quality mirrors duh

[Die ///M Rakete]

Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

as a 1M owner.. yes.. flood the market please.. but I don't think that's gonna happen

Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

same was said about the 1M... go aftermarket.

I hereby nominate you for the M2 Bimmerpost Objectivity and Impartiality Award

[PawnStar]

Originally Posted by Suave

I'm glad to see the 0-60 time improved with DCT. I was a bit disappointed with the initial numbers and thanks to conservative values I expect this car to clock a sub 4 second time on the vbox. Excited about our upcoming trip with RS Touring club in May and spend 10 days with over 50 of these cars in May. We still have spots of interested but contact me ASAP.

There have not been any updates or responses to your official Euro delivery thread since the call on Dec 21st??

[TheBingoBalls]

Originally Posted by BTWoody

Why bother getting an M4 when you can get an M2 that does the same 0-60 time

Because people who buy M3/M4s, don't just buy it for performance. The M3/M4 is a lot more car than the small M2.

[BTWoody]

Originally Posted by Cope

For those quality mirrors duh

Haha yeah totally worth the wait alright

[hellrotm]

Originally Posted by hoyasaxa

So, M2 is $51.7k, 0-60 in 4.1s, does the 'ring in 7:58

For comparison:
Cayman S is $64.1k (probably less standard equipment), 0-60 in 4.7s (manual) 4.4s (PDK with $port chrono), and does the 'ring in 8:04 (quickest listed wiki time).

BMW has a real ED program with a 5% discount. Porsche has no discount and most dealers take a 20% VAT deposit up front, so you get to give $12k cash to your dealer to hold at 0% for 3-4 weeks.

The M2 is looking amazing.

Originally Posted by dmboone25

That might be the base - see here:

http://fastestlaps.com/models/porsche-cayman-s-981

I am guessing those numbers might change with the new turbo 981.2.

[BTWoody]

Originally Posted by TheBingoBalls

Because people who buy M3/M4s, don't just buy it for performance. The M3/M4 is a lot more car than the small M2.

I think I will stick with my M4, hard to beat (pun intended)

[blackholescion]

Originally Posted by BimmerFSC

Is the M2 indeed twin turbo? It is what he said!

Nope. Twin scroll single turbo still.

[PawnStar]

Originally Posted by hoyasaxa

So, M2 is $51.7k, 0-60 in 4.1s, does the 'ring in 7:58

For comparison:
Cayman S is $64.1k (probably less standard equipment), 0-60 in 4.7s (manual) 4.4s (PDK with $port chrono), and does the 'ring in 8:04 (quickest listed wiki time).

BMW has a real ED program with a 5% discount. Porsche has no discount and most dealers take a 20% VAT deposit up front, so you get to give $12k cash to your dealer to hold at 0% for 3-4 weeks.

The M2 is looking amazing.

Those numbers are for base Cayman. Current Cayman S appears to be faster around the 'Ring. And replacement 2017 Cayman S with turbos will be even quicker. But there's likely to be about $10k price difference, which means 2017 Cayman S FTMFW 😉

[Powaup]

now does that price include DCT? ???

[KevinM]

Nice. Very aggressive pricing from BMW. Looking forward to seeing what is standard equipment.

[dmboone25]

Originally Posted by BlackJetE90

I am guessing those numbers might change with the new turbo 981.2.

I bet you'r right - the new car will certainly be faster - look at the 991.2.

[dmboone25]

Originally Posted by Powaup

now does that price include DCT? ???

I doubt it - look for the DCT to cost ~85% of what it costs for the M3/4. 3K-ish is my bet.

[hoyasaxa]

Originally Posted by PawnStar

Those numbers are for base Cayman. Current Cayman S appears to be faster around the 'Ring. And replacement 2017 Cayman S with turbos will be even quicker. But there's likely to be about $10k price difference, which means 2017 Cayman S FTMFW 😉

Maybe a base Cayman S, but I'm looking at porscheusa.com right now, and the 0-60 is correct for the Cayman S. The lap time may be a 7:55 for the Cayman S though, based on the link provided a few posts back.

0-60 for a BASE Cayman with a manual is 5.4s. That car MSRP is $52,600.

[bim2er]

Originally Posted by Powaup

now does that price include DCT? ???

It does not, the 0-60 time * says with the optional 7-speed DTC

http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/conte...rience/m2.aspx

[Adem1534]

Originally Posted by hoyasaxa

Maybe a base Cayman S, but I'm looking at porscheusa.com right now, and the 0-60 is correct for the Cayman S. The lap time may be a 7:55 for the Cayman S though, based on the link provided a few posts back.

0-60 for a BASE Cayman with a manual is 5.4s. That car MSRP is $52,600.

Porsche. 50,000 for the car, 10,000 for the name.

[Powaup]

Originally Posted by bim2er

It does not, the 0-60 time * says with the optional 7-speed DTC

http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/conte...rience/m2.aspx

Good eyes, Pricing is about as expected then, $60k out the door

Oh and don't forget to factor in $2.5k of maintenance over the first 3 years since brakes aren't covered anymore *sigh*

[Rock Sweden]

Anybody know when the Build Your Own configurator will be up and running??

[Big Tuna]

Originally Posted by TheBingoBalls

The M3/M4 is a lot more car than the small M2.

Kind of like how a fat chic is more woman than a small one?

[gthal]

Originally Posted by BTWoody

Why bother getting an M4 when you can get an M2 that does the same 0-60 time

Because 0-60 is a largely meaningless stat as it is too oriented to traction off the line. The 1/4 is more representative (although not great either) and I bet the M4 is much faster. There is little doubt the M4 will be faster than the M2 in almost every meaningful way. However, the price/performance ratio for the M2 is VERY compelling IMO!!