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After years of owning other platforms I decided to pull the trigger on my first M car and my first BMW. I've always thought a small and nimble M would be my first BMW experience - enter M2 Competition. I have so many friends and family that either own or have owned M cars so I guess I'm a bit late to the the party, but better late than never.
I'm coming from JDM platforms - big surprise I currently have several vehicles including a off road truck being modified for overlanding. The two most relevant to this thread would be my Honda S2000s, one being a limited edition CR. So purchasing the M2C was a step up in performance while preserving some of the visceral and connected driving experience of an S2000 - which is arguably a well built performance car and still relevant in the performance car category to this day. Enough background and to the good stuff. I ordered my '21 M2C in July in Arizona. I deliberated on colors briefly but once I saw the Sunset Orange Metallic in person, I knew this was the color. I'm a fan of all their color offerings, but I just don't see Sunset Orange Metallic in Arizona or Northern California which makes it a bit rare. The buying experience was easy and BMW dealer ordered my car to specification without any hick ups. I took delivery the end of September and asked them to keep the protective wrap on so I could drive it over for PPF the following week. They were kind enough accommodate all my asks. I even had the opportunity to gas the car up at the dealership. it was a fun ride home with my two-tone temporary look. I got lots of thumbs up and smiles on the way which always makes a new owner feel good. Prior to the purchase I've had a lot of time to research and lurk around on forums. So I have good idea on how I want to make mine a bit unique without taking away from the looks and performance inherent in its stock form. I look forward to learning from others in this community and sharing my build as it progresses along with my experience owning and driving the car. I've been fairly involved in local and regional forums and clubs with S2000s some years back. It's fun to re-engage years later into my passion for performance cars. I will share some pics, vids, and reviews. Rather than posting multiple threads, I always find a build thread is a better way to share. It may also inspire others to share their builds and experience. My personal build experience will center around the following. (1) ways to personalize with interior and exterior changes, (2) protect the paint as best as possible, (3) drive it in stock form including 1-2 HPDE events for the next 6 months, (4) discern where I can sharpen specific performance characteristics (suspension, camber/alignment, brakes, etc.), (5) install selective parts to help achieve that purpose, (6) and most importantly - stop spending money I don't need to on a well built car from factory I've made the mistake to modify cars too quickly in the past, so I'm going to enjoy this one with some restraint while having fun at the same time. I also bought the M2C knowing I wouldn't have to alter the car with major power or structural modifications as it will serve as my daily for at least the next year or so. Special thanks to my friend Jason aka 'j0oftheworld' who was persistent and provided the influence I needed to buy another car and lighten my bank account. Plus he got me a great deal on mine. Delivery: Sept 26, 2020 Specs: SO M2C Manual, Exec Pkg, Blk 788 wheels 2020 Modifications: Oct 6 - Muzerna one stage polish prep for PPF *installed* Oct 7 - XPel Ultimate Plus - full front and high impact areas around the car *installed* Oct 8 - IND front reflector delete *installed* Oct 8 - IND body color painted side bar/marker *installed* Oct 9 - Autotecknic CF front splash guards *installed* Oct 9 - Optimum Gloss Ceramic Coating *installed* Oct 20 - Apex EC7 wheels delivered Oct 23 - IND parts: MP pedals, MP shift knob, M mode red buttons, interior trim tools, ACEXXON front bumper protector purchase Oct 24 - M Performance shift knob *installed* - REVIEW https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...9&postcount=41 Nov 27 - M Performance CF steering wheel trim, M Performance floor mats gifted Nov 28 - M Performance floor mats *installed* - REVIEW https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...6&postcount=73 Dec 1 - AutoSolutions short shifter kit purchase Dec 2 - Rogue Engineering transmission mounts purchase Dec 2 - MotorSport Hardware 78mm conversion studs purchase Dec 13 - OEM parts: Hazard road triangle, door moldings, extra oil bag *installed* - https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...2&postcount=76 Dec 27 - IND red M buttons *installed* - https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...4&postcount=79 2021 Modifications: Apr 2 - Rogue Engineering transmission mounts *installed* - REVIEW https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...1767722&page=5 Jun 10 - 2242 Mile Road Trip - REVIEW https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...1&postcount=94 July 22 - Ultimate Clutch Pedal and AutoSolutions Short Shifter *installed* - REVIEW https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...8&postcount=96
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Congratulations. Love the SO M2C.
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Congratulations! sunset orange really pops
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Congrats! That color should be called "Fire Orange" 'cause it's smoking..
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Something else cool to note is I took delivery of mine on Sept 25th and got yours a day later
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https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1756925The M2C and the S2000 have completely opposite personalities. The former is a brute force torque monster that easily pushes one into being a hooligan but can be driven Q-car like under the radar (with the appropriate color, sorry SO). Shifting is a bit wonky but higher gear pulls are amazing. The limits of this car far exceed my skills. Driving feedback is significantly less but not unexpected. My lightly modded Rio Yellow MY06 S2000 looks like an instant ticket but it's limits are so much easier to enjoy while still being mostly legal. Shifting is crisp and the clutch engagement is light, vtec has been lowered to 4200 and all the fun is shifted left up to the 8500 RPM redline. Top down driving is is amazing - the connection to the road (sounds, wind, feel through the suspension) is almost religious. I confess that I purchased the M2C as a mature replacement to my S2000 but I've been having second thoughts. I have a feeling if I sell it will be the one that got away. |
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Congrats on the new car! Be safe and enjoy
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Congrats on the new beast! It has been a while since I have been down to Tucson... I think highway 191 is calling my name, along with my new toy! Maybe I will see you around!
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I love that highway. Drove it back from Texas in my S2000. it was awesome. NM has some good roads and lots of Casino land. Maybe if there's interest I can organize a trip in the AZ mountain near Greer. Epic roads that bounce in and out of NM.
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I would be IN on that trip!
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Sure, heres a pic when I first installed them, (pardon the dirt!)
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