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2020 m340i to 2021 M2 Comp
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I am looking to move from a 2020 m340i to a 2021 M2 comp. Needed some advice on which is the best used M2 comp model year to go for, and if there is anything that I need to look out for, when considering a few prospects? I currently have my eye on a 14,000 miles driven accident free M2 Comp, which is listed for 48K USD. |
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I ask as I'm stuck on what to go for as my next car - I'm torn between either an M340i or an M2 Comp. What has made you want to switch? |
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Currently I see more 2019s that need bench unlocking than not. However this shouldn't be something to detract you from buying an M2C.
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However, when I test drove the M2 Comp, the sheer rawness of the actual M engine and the whole experience as a whole, was much more rewarding for me personally. Also, I am at a life stage when I can use a 2 Door coupe as a daily for now, might not be able to do that 5 years from now, as the family grows. Additionally, I want to take my car on track runs, and the handling + rawness of M2 comp just comes alive on the track. |
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The best way is to check the software IDs in the DME.
If the bootloader (btld) says this: btld_00005ba6_011_019_001 Then this can be unlocked over OBD. If the btld says this: btld_00005ba6_011_019_002 Then this is bench connection unlock only. This applies to all F87 M2C and F80/82/83 built 06/2018 and afterwards. Many programs read this, including esys, ISTA, INPA, Tool32, bm3, probably bimmerlink, etc.
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Neither is mine, but fortunately I can update my DME (and other 2019s) without losing the unlock.
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$48k seems like a good deal for 14k miles. |
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$48K is a steal at that mileage. Most with same specs (clean title, etc.) are going for ~$10K more.
I'd definitely look more into why that's such a good price. F87 is such a great platform, only thing I would look out for is 1) top mounted intercooler on the S55 platform tends to leak coolant, but easy fix with replacement/upgrade; 2) like others said, whether or not car is tuned and therefore may void warranty (e.g. - crank hub) For what it's worth, I went from a 335 (F30) -> M2C (F87). Reason behind it was that I wanted a better 'base' car that I could build into a track tool. Both very capable cars, but absolutely no ragrets. |
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I did check the car, its bone stock, except from some exterior mods like the splitter, side skirts and diffuser. I too thought it was too good a deal, so did my check with BMW with the VIN and everything checks out. One more reason why I got a good price is because I stay in Toronto, Canada, and this is the only M2 in the market. I decided to finally buy it! Honestly, looks and drives pretty sick. Its a beast for sure. |
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