IS A BMW M240I POINTLESS?!
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- Опубліковано 19 жов 2021
- BMW M240I VS M140I comparison.
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Which one you buying? M140i or M240i?
M140i
I’d go for the M240i. Each to their own!
M240i
Out of those two I would go for the M140i. Not a fan of the M240i but do like the M2 because it suits the coupe shape and looks that bit more aggressive.
M240i I like the shape more than the 1 series but if I was picking a bmw (which i am next year) then I’ll get a 640 or 650.
As a 240 owner I love how it's not aggressive in looks but is a powerhouse 😁
2 series platform outperforms 1 series in all aspect, far more capable chassis. B58 in a 2 series is a dream come true!
Unless you're buying an M2C then you get the 240. I have a 240 and wouldn't buy an original M2 over it. The 240 is better for daily driving/commuting and easier on the wallet in terms of maintenance and insurance - with a simple stage 1 remap it'll easily outperform an M2 in terms if speed. Obviously if you really want M handling characteristics from factory, get the M2 but for me the 240 is the sweet spot, mainly due to the B58.
With Bird suspension is a complete car 👍
Can’t deny the engine is decent but it will never have the road presence of an M2
@@jim8462 that’s for sure but not everyone need it ;)
@@pavelkwasniewski192 very true
@@jim8462 cheers 🤝
Recently sold my M240. Had a 100 Cell sports cat, Remus exhaust and remap and loved it. Miss it actually.
Calvin I love the constipation face you pull every time you put your foot down in your videos.
Love your videos u make me chuckle and honest I am struggling with loss of my dad on 14 th oct to covid and your videos help keep them up keep me smiling thank u mate
Sorry for your loss, I lost my Dad over 2 years ago so I can relate.
@@John-fo9jy thank u it’s been hard
@@nwd99 Don't bottle it all up mate, find someone to talk to.
I’m sorry for your loss. There are some great car channels on UA-cam with some daft people on that have me laughing away. Motor Addicts are a bunch of silly arses that do the trick for me personally. All the best pal.
@@Buck3366 thank u mate
Love the 240i perfect daily for me, hopefully I’ll have one soon
So glad you found some quieter roads to use on your channel
Had a 135i manual at the same time I had my F80 M3 Comp both 66 plates brand new.
I'd often take the 135 out because it was more fun on the roads and £40k cheaper I love them.
I’m Digging the peace. Nice car! 🥂Calvin 👍
For starters, it looks way more special than a 1
I had a m240i stage 1 and it was absolutely insane best car I have owned yet would have one back in a heartbeat great value for money and just such fun to drive.
Took it out on many days out with Rampage Rally and was just such a joy to drive🙌👌
Hopefully will have one back next year 🤞 never fun when you have to sell your car to buy a new house 🙄🤦♂️ but definitely not a pointless car at all 👌
Had to sell my F-type to get enough money together for a house :( Driving an old mind cooper D 07 plate atm. Looking to get an M240i with an M2 bodykit eventually put on or a M140i . Im so torn !!!!!!
Hey I’m assuming your UK resident.
My country just got some 240i imported from the UK(old UK plates were still attached🤣) and I’m looking to get one to dip my toes in that B58 family.
What are the expenses like? As well as the pros and cons of the car? Anything to look out for besides coolant leaks?
Big respect to you Calvin love your videos stunning car 🇬🇧👍🇬🇧👍
I would take a 240i over a 140i but I would have to change the standard wheels and I wouldn't have grey on red myself.
Great video! Pls bring 0-60 times back!!
This is deffo what I want as my next car love the coupe look!
It's a coupe
@@Scouse.Malinois yeah I meant that 🤣
Super content, is that the Omega speedmaster Calv?
Hi Calvin what app is that you use to check options? Thanks
Definitely not pointless!! Just depends how deep your pockets are Calv. I would love a 220d as a daily and a m2 for the weekends hahah
I went from a 230i to an M240i, both manual. I love the 2er, it’s like a new old 3 series and has that classic small saloon look. Never been in a m140i but from what I’ve read the 2 series is that little bit sharper to drive because it’s stiffer, particularly in the rear as the 2 has a solid structure where the hatch would be on the 1. Wheelbase between the 2 cars is identical, the longer body of the 2 is purely down to the elongated rear deck/boot section. The chassis is fundamentally a 3 door 1 series with some adjustments to the spring rates as is is slightly stiffer.
I’ve put an LSD in mine and I’ve increased the front and rear tracks with lower offset wheels so now it’s a proper little performance car. The diff cleans up that uncertain feeling you get from the rear axle and the car feels like it’s on rails for the most part even in the rain. When the rear steps out in the dry it is very smooth and quite easy to correct, more snappy in the wet but as long as you know what to do it’s good fun. The wheels really helped out the looks also. They are actually lighter than the m140i like for like also. Interesting to hear your thoughts on it though.
My previous car was a M235i and I loved it ... spent thousands on it in lockdown then before I could get a rear diff it was written off by someone who jumped a red light. Gutted I never got a chance to try with a diff, it was tuned and on springs but still felt really floaty at the rear
@@hjms7977 did you get thousands back + cost of the car? That’s gutting
@@hjms7977 wouldn't surprise me if you got more than you paid due to crazy used prices
@@hjms7977 that is a real shame, for me the diff solved that floaty behaviour, the rear end grips as power goes to the outside wheel and it loads up more consistently so you know exactly when it’s gonna break away into a slide. It actually felt like I had a whole new rear end, completely connected to whatever I do with my right foot. Still doesn’t like high frequency bumps though.
Upgraded turbo (bigboost) RWD M240’s are absolute cheat codes now. I believe one just ran sub 5 60-130 fairly basically modded. The rear are doing 5.3-5.5 with ease.
what app do you use to find out the options the cars had ?
I bought my M240 for three reasons - 1. The B58, 2. It reminded me of my old E46, and 3. Its'a proper q-car compared to the M2 which is way too shouty for me, at my age!! 😂
What is the app your using to check the specs of the car from factory?
Cal what app are you using for the checks???
A friend of mine writes for car magazines and did an article on why you should not run modern cars low on fuel due to the high pressure of the fuel pumps and the injectors ending up damaged.
Love your videos… most UK UA-cam videos is just mods then bought a new car
Just bought one Calvin m240i ,going for stage 1 I think that’s all it needs ,love it mate
I just had a lsd fitted on mine. Must have upgrade for big skids....lol.
Looking forward to the evil GT colab
What would hold its money better calvin Golf r or 240i as thinking of financing either
Its definitely not pointless got to love the look of these 🥳
What app do you use to get the cars specs??
Calvin.... Do you still have your E63 m6 if so please can you do a review on it?
This exact car was on AutoTrader again recently, sold now I believe.
Ghost-II antihijack, I was told is not legal in the UK but can still be programmed
Nothing beats this car at its price point.With a stage 2,lsd and coilovers you've got the perfect coupe tbh.The m2 is a superior car,but its nowhere near as practical especially with that dct box.A novice wouldn't notice so much of a difference in shifting speeds between the dct and zf.The zf is probably as quick as the dct with the xhp flash
btw,calvin sport mode completely cuts the traction when there isn't any heat in the tyres.It's an annoying mode tbh,but comfort traction(press the traction button once) allows way more slip on the rear,gearshifts are faster and throttle response is comforty,but still gets moving.
I’ve a M240i running Stage2+ and meth if wanted to compare 👌🏻
Since The window trim is blacked out, I think it's a must to get some blacked out kidney grills. Just that alone with totally transform the car.
I’d say the 240i because it’s more like an old 3 series - reminds me of the E36. Both good cars though, the B58 is a beast.
My thoughts as well mate. Also it’s got the same figures as the e46 m3 or there abouts!
Nice cars along with the 140i, but if you can stretch or wait until you can get into a M2 you won't regret it
Drive a m240i x drive 2018 , how it compares to the m2 comp , very different vehicles but a m240i at nearly 40k with most comps going for 65-70k i believe the m240i x drive mounted with some mps4s and hood 18’ square setup it’s the best bang for buck
Put some bloody fuel in calv 🤣 typical trader running on dregs lol. Great video keep it up 👍
Also worth knowing that the m240i comes from factory with an underbody brace and the m140i doesn't, not sure why BMW did that. As a m140i owner myself, the underbody brace is not expensive and when I did put it on I really noticed the difference.
M140 comes with an underbody brace stock on 3 door
That was true for the 35i pretty sure they're basically the same on the 40i
depends on doors and year! Mines got one from factory
Every time I park my M2 next to a 240 I always think it looks so much more aggressive and special and confirms I made the right choice. Many people can afford a 240 and not an m2 so are more common on the road. Yes the b58 is better before you all come at me but my m2 is stage 2 running useable power and on everyday roads is more than enough it’s the full package looks, sound, handling and Iv daily driven it for 3 and a half years and love it. Also Iv done many visual mods to enhance its already aggressive appearance.
Stage 2 bmw 140i or 240i beats the m2 on a straight the b58 is different gravy but m2 is better handling looking and track car
@@prometheustv2084 as he said tho just get a comp :)
@@prometheustv2084 someone needs to b58 swap an m2
@@KiranPatel-fk1pg man like Patel u know g
M2 are definitely more common than m240, I’ve seen 5 m2 before 1 240. M240 as a daily and if you want a solid buy of a track car with more power potential skip the m2 and get a m2c.
what's the app you use to hpi check and check the spec optionals?
I have an m235i stage 2 and can’t recommend a better car for the price :)
Nice car but how about a older C63
@@patrickheart9390 a couple of problems with the c63, the age at that point, it’s getting a bit old, it’s not faster, and they drink fuel like there’s no tomorrow😂 yeah they do sound good, but if you daily an m240, you’d easily get 30+mpg around town, you won’t even get 15 out of the c63😩 but they do sound good sooo🤷🏼♂️😂
What have you done to get to stage 2 just brought a 235i myself and wondering what to get
@@duncann9152 hi I wouldn't bother doing a stage 2 . It's not worth it and will cause mega issues . Stage 1 ya cool but after that I'd change cars. I real job involves major work and anyone who claims to do it for anything reasonable will destroy it . But that's just my advice by all means check it out
@@duncann9152 decat downpipe, front mount intercooler upgrade, air intake, and BM3 stage 2
What is the app called that you uses to find out the options on cars?
its for trade only unfortunately
Had a 135i and then a 240i bought the coupe for its looks.
I have an M235i with M Performace kit and its an absolute dream. I think it sounds nicer than the M240i nut appreciate its not quite as quick. If I could afford an M2 I would go for one but sadly out of my price range.
235 is fwd right? 240 is based on m2 rwd
@@michaelmich00 nope the M235i is also RWD just the same as the M240i
@@RSTurbo50 so where does the price difference come from?
Sounds nice
Calv can we get a BINCA tour?
Birds B3 kit will sort the suspension 👌
One thing that shocked me is no LSD. I had an IS200 sport i paid 2k for 15 years ago and that had an LSD with over half the power of the M240i
what hpi checker do you use for that ?
I have no signal so I have no hope off my phone ringing either that made me laugh this guys on job
Went for the 240 over the 140 simply because the insurance is half the price
Serious machines
Love love my 240 xdrive!
I have a stage 2 M140i, I’ll be honest I preferred it stage 1. It’s too fast for the roads. Get on it from any speed and 5 seconds later it’s licence loosing territory. It’s fun to upset exotica with a 4 year old 1 series, but the handling is quite vague even with my LSD and usual upgrades.
What I hate most about the M140 is the way every chav in the world wants to race you. Revving up next to you, cutting in and booting off to try to goad you. I’d rather an M240 stage 1 where people tend to take less notice of you. I’d love an M2C for the handling but think it would get the same amount of boy racer attention as the M140.
Hi Barry and,
I agree with "vague" handling. Have you installed any mods which would improve handling, such as M3/4 LCA, etc?
Alright calvin . I am interested in m3 convertible you have . I have 2 cars I want to trade in towards it . I have a vw bora tdi st pd in reflex silver . stage 1 revo remap . Turbotechnics pd 150 hybrid turbo. Darkside development side mount intercooler hardpipe kit just under 200bhp and 429 nm i have print out of power run . I am one of a few bora s in UK with this power from stage one and having Turbotechnics turbo makes it that much better . Rev limiter nearly 5500 rpm . R32 steering wheel . Mk 4 recaro s . Anniversary side skirts . V6 valance front and rear spliters all colour coded . 18 inch dotz wheels smoked chrome fully refurbished. H and r cup kit 35 mm . Brembo 170 bhp drilled and vented front discs and ebc red stuff at front rear brembo discs 170 bhp discs ebc red stuff pads. Poly bushes all round . And I have a e46 325i auto sport with the m pack on the face lift model in black shaphire black leather no rust . Airbag recall completed by bmw and a complete health check which she breezed through. I always wanted a m3 . Love your channel bro . It's mega . My favourite video is with evil gt funny as . Great laugh 😅🤣
4:15 “Who’s that chav in the Beamer” 😂😂😂
Your beggy comments on other peoples videos are so cringe.
@@Nathan-gh3jx you have succeeded well done 👏 😂
@@EVILGT more successful than 2 bald lads tugging each other off?
@@Nathan-gh3jx keep going 😂
Was this filmed in summertime?
No mate, last week.
My car was taken with keys with a ghost on it, I got it back thanks to the tracker than worked out how they did it, it wasn't too hard.
How what happened thought you can't take it with ghost on it
I almost bought a M240i but went for the M140i 5dr instead mainly for the added practicality.
The coupe does ride slightly better though, it's less harsh at the rear due to more weight and structure but the trade-off, you hear less exhaust note.
Not looking forward to selling my 140i in a couple of months ☹️
He probably thinks you're doing a drug deal....or dogging...😂
Evil GT sent me
I have a stage 2 mhd m240i rwd and it’s an absolute maniac even on my 93 map I smoke so many cars I’ve never lost once tuned besides too my
Buddies 340i stage 2+ too test how good id do an I only lost by half car at around 135 mph
Was his 340i gutted?
I had a 135i auto, Mrs had a 235i manual. The 135 felt night and day quicker.
This is a 240
@@codskilclanchannel6420 making the point that the auto felt a lot quicker.
Anyone Know what app the HPI spec checker is?
M240i convertible?
With the B58 engines you can't complain. However I would take the 340i over the 1/2er all day.
The 140i looks chavy. Maybe a ok car if you're 20 something
Another cracking little belter again Calvin lad….I would rather pay an extra few bags for the m2 💯brother👌anyways respect as always from wales 🏴 👍
Nah b58 is too beast of an engine compared to an m2 n55. Faster, cheaper, lighter. But if its an m2 comp thats a diff story.
@@j.f.4765 can’t deny the engine is a beast but it just doesn’t have the road presence of an m2. The m2 is special
@@j.f.4765 b58 is like driving a diesel - no top end. M2 better in every way
@@jamiedickinson5112 ive never seen an n55 hit 3s 100-200. M2 is definitely a weapon and on its own category but a b58 is a beast of its own.
Yes
Literally the issue I have at the moment, deciding between m140i vs m240i. I do think the tyres have let you down a bit. I have always seen people running Michelin ps4s on these and they perform really well.
Ps4s dont exist with 18. Just ps4. I got an m140 and tbh they're both good motors. Looks and practicality should be the thing to consider as theyre both similar.
I run PS4 on my Volvo V70 18’’ r design wheels, it’s no performance car by any means but I can still chuck it about and speed in it knowing it will hold the road in the corners.
@@j.f.4765 Sorry, I meant ps4's plural. I do think the m240i looks better.
@@Muckwell bmw 140i looks better when u get maxton kit ie: side skirts rear spoiler front splitter side skirts rear defuser etc specially in estoril blue, I got one few weeks ago
@@prometheustv2084 I would then argue if you did the same to the m240i it would look much better than the m140i with the same. Imo
M140 & M240 is basically the same car:
- M140 more practical and for those who prefer the understated looks
- M240 for those that do not care about practicality and and prefer the sedan/coupe looks
What time do you call this !??????😂😂😂😂😂😂
🤣😂
No idea what happened. Even I was shocked when I realised it hadn’t gone live 😆
@@CalvinsCarDiary just don’t do a again great video you got to love the m140i’s and m240i’s
M240! all day long. Looks and style
Personally, I'd purchase the m235i as you can get a decent one (now) for less than 12k with low miles, Vs an m240i with similar miles for 20k.
I wish this was true, more like 17k unless you want a (cat) car
The B58 is so much more tuneable (and reliable) - the M240 is the only way to go
@@joehewison397 just need to low ball all these traders and you will eventually succeed, although probably won't be in a desirable paint colour. I bought an M235i
@@relentlesspursuit6894 Perhaps. If someone had 10-15k budget and wanted a "tuneable' car they would eventually end up with a fiesta st180. I won't be turning the m235i, what's the point lol. The m240i may be more reliable vs the m235i but most expensive repair would probably be a new gearbox and reason why I went with an m235i Vs m240i is I could buy a new gearbox for £1k Vs £2.5-3k.
Man that’s crazy, you got a bargain in today’s market. Feel like that’d be cheap even before the pandemic
Video starts at 8:50
But how' does it compare to the M2
It’s faster but not as wide
nice BMW :)
240s look so meh to me, Probably because I know what an M2 looks like
I absolutely hate with a passion those nasty flat bench rear seats that manufacturers having been using for the past few years for no other reason than being cheap! Shame on BMW, MB & every other luxury make who have had the front to put them in the back of their coupes and cabriolets! They look shite and ruin the car
240i over 140 alllll day
M5 ☝🏻😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
I bought an m240i solely for the xdrive. It is the best fastest AWD car on the market for less than $50k. I test drove a bunch of cars and this one felt way quicker around town CLA 45 amg, c63 amg, c43 amg, Maserati sq4, m550i, etc.
In the UK there is no option to get an xDrive M240i though
That's cool that you were able to compare it against so many other cars!
YES, ABSOLUTELY 💯😁
M240i on top👑
Bmw are making a new m240i
Hi
M240s an absolutely brilliant car, chosen this over the m2 & beat my mates m2 in a straight line. Perfect daily!
Yup, although they aren’t as wide they do everything else bettee, m2 is still beautiful
Got the M240i great car until it's parked next to an M2... Just a bit plain looking I think, drives great though...
better engine than the m2
I just sold mine made 10k on it then bought m140i lol love them both tbh, p zeros are the WORST
To answer the title…… yes 😌
Pointless??? Obviously fuckin not. Not everyone has 30-40k for an m2 or better. Plus you can pick up a decent low milage 240 or 140 for 21-22k.....spend 1k on it an you've got a 450bhp with 650nm beast😂.... find me another car for that price with them numbers🤔
Can we have normal cars please.