2018 or 2017?

FrankLo · 10-17-2018, 07:38 PM

After sold my Boxster, I am looking for M2 now.

I did some research that the biggest difference between 18 and previous year is the digital dashboard.. and might feel hard to read in some condition.

Also I know that the Idrive is slightly different.

Can any 18 M2 owner kindly give me some suggestion above?

Thank you!!

soco352 · 10-17-2018, 08:18 PM

You also have the option for LED headlights and moonroof if those are important to you. The center console is slightly different as well. Other than that though, and what you mentioned above, it's the same car. Can't go wrong with either.

rgeorge33 · 10-17-2018, 08:18 PM

I would just look for the best deal. With some 18 models still new on the lot, you may be able to get a good deal with the full maintenance and warranty as a significant plus. I picked up a 17 last July, but the LCI changes weren't important to me. Performance and driving experience are essentially the same between the two model years.

DanG · 10-17-2018, 08:21 PM

Go 18 all the way. LED headlights are tail lights are a big improvement. The LCI dash is also extremely nice.

GoneIn4Secs · 10-17-2018, 08:42 PM

I admit the led adaptive lights were a big desire for me, it gave it a modern look

izzyM2 · 10-17-2018, 08:47 PM

I actually like the 17’ styling better than the newer ones. Get what you like since either one is awesome.

qnet · 10-17-2018, 08:54 PM

I could take either also, but I do like the changes that came with the LCI.

PLF69 · 10-17-2018, 10:00 PM

I got my fully loaded DCT 2018 for the same price my friend ordered is M/T 17 two years ago..

EDIT: you will enjoy ether 17or18 just get the best deal you can.

CosmosMpower · 10-17-2018, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by PLF69

I got my fully loaded DCT 2018 for the same price my friend ordered is M/T 17 two years ago..

Yeah but he got to enjoy his car for 2 years and your car is now outdated too

PLF69 · 10-17-2018, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by PLF69

I got my fully loaded DCT 2018 for the same price my friend ordered is M/T 17 two years ago..

Yeah but he got to enjoy his car for 2 years and your car is now outdated too

Don't be too harsh with me I had a nice 550whp 135i I was trying to keep together from blowing up and a 2k10 miata I was learning to track with

Beakster · 10-17-2018, 10:42 PM

I searched extensively for a used 2017. Test drove a few but couldn't find one that I felt like actually buying. Found a new 2018 with no test drive miles equipped as I would have ordered one and pulled the trigger on it about 6 weeks ago. Got a pretty decent discount and am more comfortable having bought a new one. I personally like the LCI cluster and headlights, but I'm sure I would have been happy if I found the perfect 2017.

ZPrime · 10-17-2018, 10:44 PM

THE LCI GAUGES AREN'T DIGITAL

(Sorry, but this has been covered over 9000 times here by now.)

tranck · 10-18-2018, 02:44 AM

Here you can see the differences between a 17 and an 18 M2:

Scrape · 10-18-2018, 04:20 AM

Sorry, I am new here and in the same boat but I was curious as to what does “LCI” means? Thank. I am leaning towards a 2018 myself. I love the LED light treatment personally.

tranck · 10-18-2018, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Scrape

Sorry, I am new here and in the same boat but I was curious as to what does “LCI” means? Thank. I am leaning towards a 2018 myself. I love the LED light treatment personally.

LCI just means that it was the last year of the current model before the M2C.

Scrape · 10-18-2018, 05:27 AM

Thank you sir. Learn something new everyday

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Originally Posted by tranck

LCI just means that it was the last year of the current model before the M2C.

Joakim_79 · 10-18-2018, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Scrape

Sorry, I am new here and in the same boat but I was curious as to what does “LCI” means? Thank. I am leaning towards a 2018 myself. I love the LED light treatment personally.

Life Cycle Improvement, has nothing to do with if it is the last year of a model or not. It is a facelift.

LuvMyE92 · 10-18-2018, 06:58 AM

The other acronym that gets thrown around here in this forum is "OG". I'm assuming that it means "original generation" to distinguish the older cars with the N55 from the newer ('19) post LCI S55. Am I right?

doug_999 · 10-18-2018, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Joakim_79

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Originally Posted by Scrape

Sorry, I am new here and in the same boat but I was curious as to what does “LCI” means? Thank. I am leaning towards a 2018 myself. I love the LED light treatment personally.

Life Cycle Improvement, has nothing to do with if it is the last year of a model or not. It is a facelift.

And I think it is Life Cycle Impulse?

And it is a mild refresh of the model after the current one has been on the market for about 2 years. Tweaks to the bumpers, dash, few changes options, etc. not sure I've ever seen one after just one year.

MPBK · 10-18-2018, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by DanG

Go 18 all the way. LED headlights are tail lights are a big improvement. The LCI dash is also extremely nice.

I concur. The LED lights are fabulous.

Blurbo311 · 10-18-2018, 12:42 PM

LCI = Life Cycle Impulse...Which really means, it got a minor facelift in 2018.

I decided on a 2018 because I liked the improvements and it wasn't much more expensive than a 2017. Like many have said, they are the same car just with a few little (mostly cosmetic) updates here and there.

Find a good deal on a clean car and ENJOY!

junx · 10-18-2018, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Blurbo311

LCI = Life Cycle Impulse...Which really means, it got a minor facelift in 2018.

I decided on a 2018 because I liked the improvements and it wasn't much more expensive than a 2017. Like many have said, they are the same car just with a few little (mostly cosmetic) updates here and there.

Find a good deal on a clean car and ENJOY!

I agree. I ended up getting a huge discount and great rate on a LCI. I'm not big on the competition's aesthetics or sound. So happy with my purchase!!!

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FrankLo New Member 2 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 2011 E92 M3 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: SAN JOSE CA iTrader: (0)	2018 or 2017? After sold my Boxster, I am looking for M2 now. I did some research that the biggest difference between 18 and previous year is the digital dashboard.. and might feel hard to read in some condition. Also I know that the Idrive is slightly different. Can any 18 M2 owner kindly give me some suggestion above? Thank you!!
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soco352 Private First Class 78 Rep 121 Posts Drives: F87 M2 (On Order) Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Orange County iTrader: (0)	You also have the option for LED headlights and moonroof if those are important to you. The center console is slightly different as well. Other than that though, and what you mentioned above, it's the same car. Can't go wrong with either.
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rgeorge33 New Member 15 Rep 16 Posts Drives: 2017 LBB M2 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Kansas City iTrader: (0)	I would just look for the best deal. With some 18 models still new on the lot, you may be able to get a good deal with the full maintenance and warranty as a significant plus. I picked up a 17 last July, but the LCI changes weren't important to me. Performance and driving experience are essentially the same between the two model years.
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DanG Major General 10658 Rep 6,937 Posts Drives: 2018 M2 AW DCT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2018 BMW M2 [7.68]	Go 18 all the way. LED headlights are tail lights are a big improvement. The LCI dash is also extremely nice.
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Scrape Car Guy 38 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2018 M2 Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Richmond Hill iTrader: (0)	Sorry, I am new here and in the same boat but I was curious as to what does “LCI” means? Thank. I am leaning towards a 2018 myself. I love the LED light treatment personally.
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LuvMyE92 Occasionally frequent poster 3000 Rep 2,744 Posts Drives: CT5V-Blackwing Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: RTP NC, USA iTrader: (0)	The other acronym that gets thrown around here in this forum is "OG". I'm assuming that it means "original generation" to distinguish the older cars with the N55 from the newer ('19) post LCI S55. Am I right? __________________ Current inventory: F22 & G05 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing w/3 pedals Past: E24,E28(3),E34,E36,E37,E38(2),E39(4),E46,E89,E92 (obviously),F01,F06,F10,F30,F87,G12,G30(2),G82(2)
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Blurbo311 Private First Class 197 Rep 177 Posts Drives: 2018 M2 LBB 6-Speed Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Phoenix iTrader: (0)	LCI = Life Cycle Impulse...Which really means, it got a minor facelift in 2018. I decided on a 2018 because I liked the improvements and it wasn't much more expensive than a 2017. Like many have said, they are the same car just with a few little (mostly cosmetic) updates here and there. Find a good deal on a clean car and ENJOY!
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