[wjones14]

Originally Posted by bogdiniciu

If you don't track/autocross your M2 you bought it for the wrong reason.

Out of curiosity, how many of you do any track/autocross events with their M2?

I haven't yet as I wanted to wait until break-in is complete. And now, the season is just about over in the northeast U.S. But I do plan on taking it to a track next year.

I have done one HPDE track day per year since 2007 with 3 different cars: 2005 Mustang GT, 2015 BMW M235i, and a 2018 Camaro 2SS 1LE. With only 1 track day per year, none of my cars showed any visible signs whatsoever of being "beat up" as some suggested in this thread. Unless you count tire wear. I run in the Intermediate run group, not setting any records, but just having fun while learning more about my car. It's enough to satisfy my need for speed.

As others have said, running on track, even as a Novice or Intermediate, is totally different than driving on public roads. It's sustained high speed driving for 20-30 minutes at whatever your maximum comfort level is. And then repeat 3 or 4 more times.

[bogdiniciu]

Originally Posted by wjones14

I haven't yet as I wanted to wait until break-in is complete. And now, the season is just about over in the northeast U.S. But I do plan on taking it to a track next year.

I have done one HPDE track day per year since 2007 with 3 different cars: 2005 Mustang GT, 2015 BMW M235i, and a 2018 Camaro 2SS 1LE. With only 1 track day per year, none of my cars showed any visible signs whatsoever of being "beat up" as some suggested in this thread. Unless you count tire wear. I run in the Intermediate run group, not setting any records, but just having fun while learning more about my car. It's enough to satisfy my need for speed.

As others have said, running on track, even as a Novice or Intermediate, is totally different than driving on public roads. It's sustained high speed driving for 20-30 minutes at whatever your maximum comfort level is. And then repeat 3 or 4 more times.

Right on point!

Some people believe you need to run 24h of Nurburgring competing with GT3s.

I ran an entire season 10 events on Autocross and some HPDE events and only expense I have to deal with is changing the tires.

My initial post was meant to spark to conversation around the subject - which it did. Of course you can do whatever you want with your money and with your car - but I think you are missing out if you just drive it to cars and coffee .

[nioh_lbbm2]

Originally Posted by bogdiniciu

At least I picked the right title

No you didn't. You're just a gatekeeper. Get over yourself and let people do what they want with their own money. They bought it for themself not for you.

[BigKutta]

Originally Posted by bogdiniciu

Some people believe you need to run 24h of Nurburgring competing with GT3s.

I ran an entire season 10 events on Autocross and some HPDE events and only expense I have to deal with is changing the tires.

I am sure someone does, and thinks that you are wasting you car by doing your measly 10 events

[MmmmmM2]

Originally Posted by atruong247

There are things you say that I agree with, and unfortunately people don't see it that way. To hell with them. The m2 is a terrible GT, commuter, and everyday car.

I bought my m2 as a garage queen and pseudo tracker. I can not, for life of me, drive this thing everyday nor on a 1000mile road trip. That is what the 5 and 8 series is for. This thing can sit in my garage until the owner wants to go do some crazy driving.

If people say they love driving this thing everywhere, oh how limited their perception is and they should, themselves, get over themselves.

As for canyon driving, this thing will slide on those beautiful paved roads. Join me and I will change your perspective on how crazy canyon driving can be. Kudos to the Japanese with their gorgeous mountain passes.

I took a 1500 mile road trip in my M2C and it did just fine.

[atruong247]

Originally Posted by MmmmmM2

I took a 1500 mile road trip in my M2C and it did just fine.

any car can do a 1500mi road trip. missing the point.

[M3R1]

This is the only reason to buy an M2/M2C/M2CS. Anyone who doesn't do this bought the wrong car!

[E30M3Driver]

Totally agree! I bought mine mainly because we like to autox. Otherwise I would have gone with an M240xi. Maybe. My wife and I are co-driving it. We are running 200tw tires and alignment for now and the car is an absolute blast. M2's are dominating AS, BS and ladies classes in our area BMW Club autox series. We also have an E36 M3 for autox and track work.

[bogdiniciu]

Originally Posted by E30M3Driver

Totally agree! I bought mine mainly because we like to autox. Otherwise I would have gone with an M240xi. Maybe. My wife and I are co-driving it. We are running 200tw tires and alignment for now and the car is an absolute blast. M2's are dominating AS, BS and ladies classes in our area BMW Club autox series. We also have an E36 M3 for autox and track work.

I had a great season at our local autox. They had me in AS class and it was a blast, pure stock. Great way to learn the limits of the car.

Quick question what tires are you using?

[bogdiniciu]

Originally Posted by atruong247

any car can do a 1500mi road trip. missing the point.

To me a GT is a sports car that's spacious and luxurious, the M2 is the least luxurious of them all. An M8 is a GT car or previous M6s, at least were I grew up - in Europe.

Never thought the smallest and most uncomfortable M car is a GT.

[bogdiniciu]

Originally Posted by nioh_lbbm2

No you didn't. You're just a gatekeeper. Get over yourself and let people do what they want with their own money. They bought it for themself not for you.

This is a forum, a place to discuss ideas and opinions.

I stated my opinion and was curious about others. A lot of people chimed in and good points were brought up from both sides. I read and adapted my thinking throughout - if you would of read the threat.

Nobody is telling you what to buy and do so stop being a snowflake.

[E30M3Driver]

Originally Posted by bogdiniciu

I had a great season at our local autox. They had me in AS class and it was a blast, pure stock. Great way to learn the limits of the car.

Quick question what tires are you using?

Originally Posted by bogdiniciu

I had a great season at our local autox. They had me in AS class and it was a blast, pure stock. Great way to learn the limits of the car.

Quick question what tires are you using?

We are running 255/35 19 and 275/35 19 Yokohoma A052s on Apex M2 fitment SM10 Wheels. Would like to move to 265/35 19 and 295/30 19 Falken Azenis RT660s but need some camber and suspension tweaks to do that. Not a priority right now. We ran the last events this year in BS but it sounds like they are moving the M2c's to AS for next season.

[bogdiniciu]

Looks like the poll is approaching 50/50, I was definitely expecting a lower % but I'm glad people are tracking (at least once) their M2 they are a blast!

[bogdiniciu]

Originally Posted by E30M3Driver

We are running 255/35 19 and 275/35 19 Yokohoma A052s on Apex M2 fitment SM10 Wheels. Would like to move to 265/35 19 and 295/30 19 Falken Azenis RT660s but need some camber and suspension tweaks to do that. Not a priority right now. We ran the last events this year in BS but it sounds like they are moving the M2c's to AS for next season.

Only heard good thing about RT660s. Right now they are my first choice for next season. I ran this year with the MSS so there should be an improvement.

[dblm]

Originally Posted by bogdiniciu

Only heard good thing about RT660s. Right now they are my first choice for next season. I ran this year with the MSS so there should be an improvement.

I wanted to get the RT660s but I couldnt find any inventory where I live, then my 2nd choice which were the GY super car 3s where also out, so then decided to get the pricey Cup 2s (240 tw). I am using the cup 2s on my dedicated track wheels but so far I've liked them. They were probably too much tire for me in the beginning as on my first track day I was only maybe 0.2 seconds faster on them vs the stock MPSS. Fast forward to the 4th track day with them, and am now about 4 seconds faster per lap and more comfortable with them. I found them to provide better steering feel and rotation both at entry in corners and on transitions. They do get quite edgy and a bit scary for my liking when very hot.

[nioh_lbbm2]

Originally Posted by bogdiniciu

This is a forum, a place to discuss ideas and opinions.

I stated my opinion and was curious about others. A lot of people chimed in and good points were brought up from both sides. I read and adapted my thinking throughout - if you would of read the threat.

Nobody is telling you what to buy and do so stop being a snowflake.

Lmao ok

[Ratcher]

Originally Posted by BigKutta

I am sure someone does, and thinks that you are wasting you car by doing your measly 10 events

Wasting your car? What does that mean, actually using it?
I mean, his post is kinda stupid, but....

[Davil]

Originally Posted by Ratcher

Wasting your car? What does that mean, actually using it?
I mean, his post is kinda stupid, but....

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/amp/english/sarcasm

[Ratcher]

Originally Posted by Davil

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/amp/english/sarcasm

Not really the case

[bogdiniciu]

Originally Posted by dblm

I wanted to get the RT660s but I couldnt find any inventory where I live, then my 2nd choice which were the GY super car 3s where also out, so then decided to get the pricey Cup 2s (240 tw). I am using the cup 2s on my dedicated track wheels but so far I've liked them. They were probably too much tire for me in the beginning as on my first track day I was only maybe 0.2 seconds faster on them vs the stock MPSS. Fast forward to the 4th track day with them, and am now about 4 seconds faster per lap and more comfortable with them. I found them to provide better steering feel and rotation both at entry in corners and on transitions. They do get quite edgy and a bit scary for my liking when very hot.

Thanks for the info!

[NEfan508]

I don't baby it or dog it, yes hand washed and has a no eating inside rule except the occasional everything bagel with coffee @ drive through…

Honestly, this car is more than I can handle, like most buyers (I think) we wanted a car with just a little more power than needed and something we wouldn't need to check on when it's parked on the street when we get dinner off Mass Ave

perfect balance, long term keeper

I wouldn't feel comfortable leaving a $100k car on the street for the night or have a Ferris Bueller valet take it @ dinner but with my m2 it's ok 👌

[MmmmmM2]

Originally Posted by atruong247

any car can do a 1500mi road trip. missing the point.

https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2...on-test-drive/