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      07-20-2018, 06:08 PM   #111
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Huh, that's interesting. I wonder why they limited it. It seems like any model with coral red has great resale value.
Because if the options are limited, some folks will get pissed and decide to "upgrade" to an M3 or M4.

Which is fine by BMW...if you want an M2, that's what you're going to get, limited options be damned.

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Why does the comp pack come with a sunroof tho
I don't believe it does. For US spec vehicles the sunroof is simply an option.
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      07-20-2018, 06:39 PM   #113
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That's awesome! I want to do the same with my 10 yr. old.

Enjoy!
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Huh, that's interesting. I wonder why they limited it. It seems like any model with coral red has great resale value.
Because if the options are limited, some folks will get pissed and decide to "upgrade" to an M3 or M4.

Which is fine by BMW...if you want an M2, that's what you're going to get, limited options be damned.

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Why does the comp pack come with a sunroof tho

Because customers complained.

BMW added the following to appease customers ... while adding some profit into the deal for themselves via a $5k " M Tax " .

-" M seats "
-" M mirrors "
-" M brakes " that won't turn green
- " M buttons "
- an "M motor "
- Sunroof as an option in the USA because it was already being offered in North America in Canada as well as many parts of the rest of the world.

All of these add ons/updates above were items simply taken out of the production bins of other vehicles, meaning very little development and increased profit. Not slamming the parts bin approach , it's been successful on many cars, but it is a cost saving approach.

I agree with you ... one would think that a hardcore version would come -without- a sunroof but hey .. this really isn't that hardcore a car now is it ? It's a daily driver with many creature comforts including power seats.


The complainers still aren't happy by the way ..

They still want

HUD
Carbon fiber roof
Carbon ceramic brakes available as an option
Glossy carbon fiber
Anything else not on the M2 that is on the M4.
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      07-20-2018, 07:19 PM   #116
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it will probably handle like shiet because of that huge sunroof
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Why does the comp pack come with a sunroof tho
It doesn’t. Sunroof is a $1050 option.
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it will probably handle like shiet because of that huge sunroof
This is interesting... unless you are simply poking fun, could you explain the difference in handling characteristics between a M2C with a sunroof vs one without it?
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Wow. Stunning. And my biased opinion hasn't said that for any M car since 2011. Car is beautiful and I really like what they did for wheels, offset and design look perfect, kinda like modern 359 comp wheels. I hope it's as good as it looks.
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Go to the BMW NA website, and build one. Then you'll see the few exterior colors available, and the only interior color -- except for contrasting thread (if wanted, in blue or orange).

The choices for the M2 are very limited. If you want more choices, get an M240. Some reviewers think it's the sweet spot between the base 2 series and a bonafide M car as the 2C is now. For a commuter, they may well be right.
I don't see why it's a sweet spot. It's less expensive but it's the same level of practical for a daily driver.
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This is interesting... unless you are simply poking fun, could you explain the difference in handling characteristics between a M2C with a sunroof vs one without it?
I think he was joking.

Both the OG M2 and M2C are rather portly.
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This is interesting... unless you are simply poking fun, could you explain the difference in handling characteristics between a M2C with a sunroof vs one without it?
The idea is that you don't want weight up high because it will make the car roll more in turns, I think. Another bad place would be un-sprung weight like the wheels. Can you tell the difference when driving between a slick top and the extra weight of the moon roof? Shrug.
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This is interesting... unless you are simply poking fun, could you explain the difference in handling characteristics between a M2C with a sunroof vs one without it?
The idea is that you don't want weight up high because it will make the car roll more in turns, I think. Another bad place would be un-sprung weight like the wheels. Can you tell the difference when driving between a slick top and the extra weight of the moon roof? Shrug.
So yes, the majority of these vehicles will never see a track, much less be driven by a professional driver who will be able to feel the difference. I love a sunroof but opted out on my build....not because it will make me faster at all
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Why does the comp pack come with a sunroof tho
Competition isn't a package. Its the 2019 model moving forward.
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it will probably handle like shiet because of that huge sunroof
I have a sunroof in my '18 and I can verify that it doesn't make a bit of difference except for the fact that i get to look at the Moon... Which is awesome!
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How can you get this car before the press? Never heard of that!
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How can you get this car before the press? Never heard of that!
They did this with the new M5 also on rollout. Maybe it's their new policy to delay media access.
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