02-16-2016, 07:12 PM | #90 |
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Solid review, but need to see a write up coming from someone who isn't a Bimmerpost guy.
There's got to be a bias here, no? That said, agree completely with assessment of m3 and m4.
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02-16-2016, 07:35 PM | #93 |
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Omg that's long as hell lol. Was gonna watch it work right now but immediately closed it lol
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02-16-2016, 07:36 PM | #94 |
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Thanks Sam, great driving and review.
Looks like a fantastic car that recaptures the playfulness of older generations M's! About the few niggles in this car, such as disabling the automatic rev matching, I'm pretty sure someone will find a way to do it with a new encode, likewise for the active sound...
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02-16-2016, 07:37 PM | #97 |
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Got a note today from the dealer..ordering may be as soon as the end of April...all about allotment numbers now...Mineral Gray DCT with all the icing.... please..
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02-16-2016, 07:40 PM | #98 |
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Autoblog says otherwise... "As a quick aside, the HUD is clear and functional – not a new feature for BMWs, but worth noting." http://www.autoblog.com/2016/02/16/2...-drive-review/
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02-16-2016, 07:48 PM | #100 |
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Thanks for the review Sam.
Multiple reviewers have commented about the engine's ability to keep pulling strong all the way to redline. That's really good news! That was probably the only uncertainty I had about the M2. It seems like a stellar car. I'm happy for all the people that want to purchase this car. It seems like you can't go wrong. |
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Can't wait to drive this bad boy. T-20 days
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To the left of the orange M Dynamic Mode dash light (which comes on in sport+), did anyone else notice that additional driving nannies appeared to be coming on, especially as he powered out of corners? Any thoughts?
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Throttle response?
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With all the series and models that BMW has now, and all the X3, X4, X5, X6, X-1, MX0.4M and iCars, with the 5, 6 and 7 series becoming tanks, the M3/M4 increasing a good amount in size, with no MCoupes that look like shoes, and the slow death of the manual.... it is great to see the BMW M2 getting the superlatives it deserves.
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02-16-2016, 08:08 PM | #109 |
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Can't seem to find it anywhere either on their brochures and online configurators... Strange so probably does not exist!
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This is a good question. I think the e9x does maintain something special and that's its naturally aspirated V8. It's a great engine and something we no longer get. But in terms of steering, chassis, shift feel (both manual and auto), I think it's outclassed by the modern machinery. If you've already got one, I would give the M2 a thorough test drive before making a decision to trade. A lot of the differences between the two will be down to preference.
FWIW, here is how I would rank my current order of preference: M2 E46 M3 E9x M3 F8x M3 M4 This is just me, and what I kind of driving experience I prefer. It's very personal and I'm not saying one car is better than another. Your list might be totally different from mine. Quote:
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