The brake is alright for me. When I am on track days, I do a cool down lap between each 2 or 3 flying laps. But the most fun part is throwing it sideways! There is barely any factory spec car that could do it better than the M2 comp. I own it since new, 26000+km within less than 3 years. Going to keep it for a lot more years!
Glad you’re still enjoying the car after many miles. They’re very capable out of the box for sure but for me the brakes just don’t cut it for track use. Virtually had no brakes after 1 lap of intense braking
Re: brakes, get some good pads and fluid. The stock M2C brakes are quite OK for track use. Brake hard when needed and do not ride them and they will not fade.
Good to see the real champ back, brilliant video once again, really love this real world videos super informative as always, please keep them coming on the mighty m2 competition. Thanks again.
Great review. Good to see the roads of Cheshire. Had an OG M2 Manual in the same colour as yours for 6 months and it was a great car but not the best daily and I couldn't get the dog crate in! I use my cars for some business trips also so needed something more dailyable (is that even a word!).
Spot on about the tires - I live in the PNW in the States and it's too cold most of the year to have grip with the MPSS, so I swapped them for Continetal DWS06+ and they have grip in ways the MPSS never did, and made the ride quite a bit softer! I'm loving my M2C more than ever, now. I kept the MPSS and am going to put them on some 437Ms for track.
I guess you are talking about the stock brakes and not the upgrade M Sport Brakes that are also in the Track Package. What is the opinion on those vs the stock ones?
As always banging video Christian. UA-cam defo takes a lot out of you to continually make videos and edit them plus deal with the normal stuff in life I completely understand how you feel mate. Great to see you back bro👍🏼
Do you folks in the UK have the “crooked” driver seat issue? Where the driver seat isn’t directly centered but slightly pointing outward towards the right headlight?
I’ve just got rid of an og lci and I’ve been looking at these. Had one for an hour last weekend. Loved the pace and the pick up on it but massively disappointed by how quiet it was in all modes. It doesn’t seem to make any difference what you have it in. I couldn’t hear it at all. It reminded me of a 320i or something even when your on it hard and dropping down the gears no crackles or burbles. I was so surprised I knew the exhaust was bad but not that bad! I’m still looking to get one but I think the first thing I need to do is ditch the gross wheels and bin the exhaust system.
Really good vid mate. I’ve had my OG M2 about 2 months. I totally agree with your observations. Brakes and DCT are a bit meh…. Prefer the ZF in my previous Mlite. However it is wicked to drive. I’ve booked my first track day with the car in October. 👍
Appreciate it buddy and congrats on the new motor! Yeah the ZF’s are awesome. You’ll love it on track, where are you headed? Best try and sort some pads out before
@@realtorque headed to Bedford on 3rd October along with MrHCars. Yea when I took my Mlite on track, pads, lines and fluids were already upgraded…. Not sure I’m gonna have time before the day for any upgrades. So it’s gonna be a case of having fingers crossed 🤞 that the brakes last a couple of laps without complete brake fade!! 😂
Welcome back Christian! Good to hear you feel back in the zone. Ref the vlog, jeez you do the miles😂. I’ve had mine for 3 years and I broadly agree with your points. Often my journeys can be relatively short (say 5 to 10 miles) and that kills the consumption - my 3 year average is a little over 23mpg tho I have had 30mpg on a long motorway run. MPSS tyres just don’t have the rear grip to handle the power and you’ve added to the positive comments I’ve heard on the 4S tyres. My car has been through BMW main dealers for all its services & yeah it smarts and that’s not the big one at 4yrs which as you say is around £1k. Overall I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it and even after 3yrs I still look back after parking it up. The only car I’ve driven recently which made me reconsider - a 2015 981 GT4 - that my friend is another level of stimulation but wouldn’t work as a daily (you know which vlogger we can blame for that with his 718 silver variant) - I still have a back twinge from getting out of the carbon buckets seats😂. Well all the best and keep pushing on with the content. Cheers, Kevin.
Thanks for the kind words Kevin! Yes I’d agree. I think the next level for me is the GT4. I’ve had some quotes on a 981 and very tempted. But now isn’t the right time. I’ll continue to enjoy the comp for now until the itch become irresistible haha
I'd love the m2 comp but young family so went a35 amg sedan as it's also the wife's daily 😂👍 I only do my vlogs as it helps my mental health. Keep doing the content when you can 🙂
I'm looking to buy a 2021 M2 Competition and I can't decide between DCT or Manual. It would be like weekend fun car. The eternal debate of DCT vs Manual 😆
Just found out my GT4 RS wait time is not build, that’s until they start building it… like WTF. Each dealership has only 2 cars in the first 12 months so no one’s getting one in 2022 unless your VIP… might have to bin it off and buy a Supra.
Hiya man been a big fan for a long time. I've watched you since the polo GTi days and you also inspired me to get that exact car. I've recently sold it and bought a Renault Clio 172 cup which I've already done a couple videos on. I don't expect you to check them out or anything but I just wanted to know if there's any little things that make the difference when it comes to car videos like how to word them or certain tags to use. I ask as I am very familiar with UA-cam on the Vlogging side of things and have just hit 1k subs but I'm trying to introduce my love of cars onto the channel now and would love some advice from you as you have always been a huge role model to me for UA-cam and cars. Thanks man🙏
Really appreciate the kind words buddy honestly means a lot that my videos have inspired you to first, start a channel and second to go out and buy the car. My biggest tip is to be consistent, I stopped uploading and was very ‘irregular’ with my videos. As a result my views dropped massively. In regards to tags and stuff, just be smart and think ‘what would people search?’ And make sure your tags are in line with your title and what you say on the video. Thanks again though buddy! I’ve subbed and will check your channel out
@@realtorque aw man thanks so much that is great advice. Mate I can't believe you've subbed like you've been my idol for years, I can't stop smiling😂🙏 You've always replied to my comments to so big thankyou for that! Can't wait for more videos from you brother♥️
You make some appalling and unfounded assumptions about BMW technicians driving cars when serving them - not sure you can make such statements. If that was to happen then the individual won't be in a job for much longer. Also you're clearly not aware that there's a serving package that is administered by Emac Ltd. (who do approved servicing packages for most major brands) that significantly reduces the main dealer prices. Look it up. I have one for the next 5 years on my 69 plate owned from new, equates to one free minor service and all MOT's are free and serving on e.g. brake fluid changes etc. is lower than on the spot prices.. Ok, so when we "shop round" for serving, some people always go for the word "cheap" when we forget a few longer term things..... So when your car is out of warranty which I see is Jan. 23, and let's say the crank hub slips or something else major that needs replacing (my diff is being replaced under warranty in 3 weeks time - price it up, 18,000 miles), you'll find that manufacturers like BMW will probably look to offer a "good will contribution" on a major component issue. However, only if it's got main dealer service history thought-out, stands to reason why should they trust some person who's claiming to be to be a "specialist'? So the point being, your "saving on servicing" is actually a potential loss. Me personally, I'd never buy a second hand car like this without main dealer service history. Hope this helps people decide on the pros and cons of serving cars and to focus on over all "value" and not to focus on "cheap". Just like if the as we're focused on, the "all important running in service", if it's not done will reduce the price of the car. As for me, I've had 100% excellent service and faith in my main dealer where I bought my car from as new.
Hi Keith, without getting in to the ins and outs. I have personally had a few bad experiences with BWW. Each to their own where someone takes their car. Personally I wouldn’t take it to just any claimed specialist dealer just to be clear. Where I take my car, is well know BWM specialist and has been dealing with my cars for a number of years. I’ve worked in car sales too (BMW too) and have also seen hands on how ‘some’ treat others cars. Your dealership may be exceptional when it comes to servicing and that’s great. But my experience is very different to yours
@@realtorque Absolutely I agree each to their own and we pay our money and take the chance. As I said, you should not castigate all BMW franchises and should have said "some personal experiences" that hopefully you raised with the dealership to sort out. From an experience perspective as someone who's spent 38 years in a safety critical industry (nuclear power and previously marine engineering - i.e. heavy engineering and stripped down many, many cars in my own time) and have a lifetime of experience of terminology such as SQEP (suitably qualified and experienced) I ought to know what's what when it comes to qualifications and experience c.f. those garages who say the are "specialists". At the end of the day, your car like mine, was supplied from a BMW franchise and not the independent. Fingers crossed you won't experience any main component issues out of warranty when things can become expensive. Keith Craig B.Eng. C.Eng. FIMechE
That M2 comp is such a great car, specially with you behind the wheel 🤣🤣! Great video mate 🤩
Hahahaha appreciate that buddy!
Na.... it's crap
The brake is alright for me. When I am on track days, I do a cool down lap between each 2 or 3 flying laps. But the most fun part is throwing it sideways! There is barely any factory spec car that could do it better than the M2 comp. I own it since new, 26000+km within less than 3 years. Going to keep it for a lot more years!
Glad you’re still enjoying the car after many miles. They’re very capable out of the box for sure but for me the brakes just don’t cut it for track use. Virtually had no brakes after 1 lap of intense braking
New to the Channel. Ecstatic to see you found yourself back My Dude. Let's Get It!
Thank you bro! New video up this evening
Picked up a black 1 owner M2 Comp of this generation today. Phenomenal machine.
@@soccerholidays3338 congratulations buddy! Enjoy that amazing car
I also have an M2 comp however, I need some training to fully experience its ability. Thinking of a BMW M day at Phillip Island, that would be fun.
Re: brakes, get some good pads and fluid. The stock M2C brakes are quite OK for track use. Brake hard when needed and do not ride them and they will not fade.
Good honestly video really enjoyed it keep the videos coming 🤜🏽🤛🏻🥂
Good to see the real champ back, brilliant video once again, really love this real world videos super informative as always, please keep them coming on the mighty m2 competition. Thanks again.
Thanks John! Nice to see you back in the comments section with your nice words. Of course! Plenty more to come
Great review. Good to see the roads of Cheshire. Had an OG M2 Manual in the same colour as yours for 6 months and it was a great car but not the best daily and I couldn't get the dog crate in! I use my cars for some business trips also so needed something more dailyable (is that even a word!).
Haha thanks buddy! And manual! Wish I got Manual. Makes sense why you’ve changed for sure haha
Spot on about the tires - I live in the PNW in the States and it's too cold most of the year to have grip with the MPSS, so I swapped them for Continetal DWS06+ and they have grip in ways the MPSS never did, and made the ride quite a bit softer! I'm loving my M2C more than ever, now. I kept the MPSS and am going to put them on some 437Ms for track.
I guess you are talking about the stock brakes and not the upgrade M Sport Brakes that are also in the Track Package. What is the opinion on those vs the stock ones?
The only upgrade from factory is the BBK (6 piston callipers) which are better but the pads aren’t great
Love the car mate, I fancied getting a nice car myself but I decided to buy my first house instead. Love the content 👍🏻
Cheers buddy! Wise choice you made to be honest haha. A house takes priority over everything, congrats!
Thanks again for the kind words
" Hooning it" That's why 2nd hand it's necessary to go for a main dealer after 3 years pcp use with no more than 20k miles or better to avoid
As always banging video Christian. UA-cam defo takes a lot out of you to continually make videos and edit them plus deal with the normal stuff in life I completely understand how you feel mate. Great to see you back bro👍🏼
Really appreciate it buddy and thank you for the kind words really means a lot. In a much better place now
Great video! You’ve done a lot of miles!! Haha, keep up the good work! You definitely deserve more followers! Glad to see you’re nearly at 10K though!
Massively appreciate that buddy! The goal is 10k hopefully we hit that soon! Thank you for the support
hey, life happens to all of us, I am just glad you are sharing yours!
Thanks buddy!
Do you folks in the UK have the “crooked” driver seat issue? Where the driver seat isn’t directly centered but slightly pointing outward towards the right headlight?
Yes same over here
Great bit of info there. I also use RSV so that’s good to know re servicing etc. Very tempted to take the plunge.
I’ve just got rid of an og lci and I’ve been looking at these. Had one for an hour last weekend. Loved the pace and the pick up on it but massively disappointed by how quiet it was in all modes. It doesn’t seem to make any difference what you have it in. I couldn’t hear it at all. It reminded me of a 320i or something even when your on it hard and dropping down the gears no crackles or burbles. I was so surprised I knew the exhaust was bad but not that bad! I’m still looking to get one but I think the first thing I need to do is ditch the gross wheels and bin the exhaust system.
Excellent review thanks 🙏
good vid mate, somehow watched it all even though I don't plan on buying an m2 comp
Hahaha appreciate that Jonny!
Really good vid mate. I’ve had my OG M2 about 2 months. I totally agree with your observations. Brakes and DCT are a bit meh…. Prefer the ZF in my previous Mlite. However it is wicked to drive. I’ve booked my first track day with the car in October. 👍
Appreciate it buddy and congrats on the new motor! Yeah the ZF’s are awesome. You’ll love it on track, where are you headed? Best try and sort some pads out before
@@realtorque headed to Bedford on 3rd October along with MrHCars. Yea when I took my Mlite on track, pads, lines and fluids were already upgraded…. Not sure I’m gonna have time before the day for any upgrades. So it’s gonna be a case of having fingers crossed 🤞 that the brakes last a couple of laps without complete brake fade!! 😂
@@CJR_989 sounds awesome though man! Have fun buddy
Smh at this comment, preferring the zf8 over the dct... you are in the wrong car and not driving it the way its means to be
Very inciteful!
Why did you do the plugs so early? Interval is 30k miles. Or at least it is here stateside. Maybe different over there?
I think I major service over here includes that. Plus after a few track days they need changing
Mega Vid chrissy!
Cheers buddy!
I can’t decide manual or dct I live in city have u driven both thanks
DCT is certainly more convenient. But….. I wish I got the manual as it’s superb
Are you running the PS4s in stock tire specs or are you running wider tires?
Wider tyres bud. Works out cheaper too
@@realtorqueist your car lowered?, cuz mine is and iam afraid that the wider tires wont fit
@@sebastianhartwich233 mine was with motech’s stance plus and fitted ok
20k miles my first year too - 3k maintenance for the year!
Not too bad!!!
I’m between an M240i G42 and this car (same price). What do you guys think?
The m2 platform feels a lot special than the g42 240i trust me bro. And these will probably home their value more
@@realtorque much appreciate it :)
Hey mate, nice to see you're back and hope you're coping well ❤
Do you know of a Honda specialist for cheaper services than going direct to Honda?
Thanks buddy! Hmmmm where abouts is it your based?
@@realtorque Manchester
@@horatio.v I’m trying to think. Chester too far?
Welcome back Christian! Good to hear you feel back in the zone. Ref the vlog, jeez you do the miles😂. I’ve had mine for 3 years and I broadly agree with your points. Often my journeys can be relatively short (say 5 to 10 miles) and that kills the consumption - my 3 year average is a little over 23mpg tho I have had 30mpg on a long motorway run. MPSS tyres just don’t have the rear grip to handle the power and you’ve added to the positive comments I’ve heard on the 4S tyres. My car has been through BMW main dealers for all its services & yeah it smarts and that’s not the big one at 4yrs which as you say is around £1k. Overall I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it and even after 3yrs I still look back after parking it up. The only car I’ve driven recently which made me reconsider - a 2015 981 GT4 - that my friend is another level of stimulation but wouldn’t work as a daily (you know which vlogger we can blame for that with his 718 silver variant) - I still have a back twinge from getting out of the carbon buckets seats😂. Well all the best and keep pushing on with the content. Cheers, Kevin.
Thanks for the kind words Kevin! Yes I’d agree. I think the next level for me is the GT4. I’ve had some quotes on a 981 and very tempted. But now isn’t the right time. I’ll continue to enjoy the comp for now until the itch become irresistible haha
I’m in a dilemma. Supra or M2 competition ?!
M2 competition
I'd love the m2 comp but young family so went a35 amg sedan as it's also the wife's daily 😂👍 I only do my vlogs as it helps my mental health. Keep doing the content when you can 🙂
Hahaha a wise choose there! And yes it does help for sure! Thanks for the support buddy
A35 is cool but cant compare a 4cil to a 6cil
@@michaelmich00 got a 5.0 Mustang now can't beat a V8 😂 still would have an M2 though but hadn't scratched that V8 inch
Do you plan on upgrading suspension?
Yes! Thinking coilovers soon
I'm looking to buy a 2021 M2 Competition and I can't decide between DCT or Manual. It would be like weekend fun car. The eternal debate of DCT vs Manual 😆
DCT for the win
I have it in manual version, it is quite engaging, but it goes so fast in revs that you cannot keep up with it, go with dct !
“As people who know me, will know… I drive it quite hard” he says Sideways out of the office ;) haha
Hahaha. My foot honestly slips every time
Just found out my GT4 RS wait time is not build, that’s until they start building it… like WTF. Each dealership has only 2 cars in the first 12 months so no one’s getting one in 2022 unless your VIP… might have to bin it off and buy a Supra.
@@i8-thief879 absolutely not. You’re waiting….. if you don’t, you’re just a fass
@@realtorque LOL….
Great video Chris, welcome back👍
Hiya man been a big fan for a long time. I've watched you since the polo GTi days and you also inspired me to get that exact car. I've recently sold it and bought a Renault Clio 172 cup which I've already done a couple videos on. I don't expect you to check them out or anything but I just wanted to know if there's any little things that make the difference when it comes to car videos like how to word them or certain tags to use. I ask as I am very familiar with UA-cam on the Vlogging side of things and have just hit 1k subs but I'm trying to introduce my love of cars onto the channel now and would love some advice from you as you have always been a huge role model to me for UA-cam and cars. Thanks man🙏
Really appreciate the kind words buddy honestly means a lot that my videos have inspired you to first, start a channel and second to go out and buy the car. My biggest tip is to be consistent, I stopped uploading and was very ‘irregular’ with my videos. As a result my views dropped massively. In regards to tags and stuff, just be smart and think ‘what would people search?’ And make sure your tags are in line with your title and what you say on the video.
Thanks again though buddy! I’ve subbed and will check your channel out
@@realtorque aw man thanks so much that is great advice. Mate I can't believe you've subbed like you've been my idol for years, I can't stop smiling😂🙏 You've always replied to my comments to so big thankyou for that! Can't wait for more videos from you brother♥️
@@TeamTidy 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼
20k miles in one year 😳 suppose it's like hoping for a virgin bride on your wedding day and a brass turns up instead lol
You make some appalling and unfounded assumptions about BMW technicians driving cars when serving them - not sure you can make such statements. If that was to happen then the individual won't be in a job for much longer. Also you're clearly not aware that there's a serving package that is administered by Emac Ltd. (who do approved servicing packages for most major brands) that significantly reduces the main dealer prices. Look it up. I have one for the next 5 years on my 69 plate owned from new, equates to one free minor service and all MOT's are free and serving on e.g. brake fluid changes etc. is lower than on the spot prices.. Ok, so when we "shop round" for serving, some people always go for the word "cheap" when we forget a few longer term things..... So when your car is out of warranty which I see is Jan. 23, and let's say the crank hub slips or something else major that needs replacing (my diff is being replaced under warranty in 3 weeks time - price it up, 18,000 miles), you'll find that manufacturers like BMW will probably look to offer a "good will contribution" on a major component issue. However, only if it's got main dealer service history thought-out, stands to reason why should they trust some person who's claiming to be to be a "specialist'? So the point being, your "saving on servicing" is actually a potential loss. Me personally, I'd never buy a second hand car like this without main dealer service history. Hope this helps people decide on the pros and cons of serving cars and to focus on over all "value" and not to focus on "cheap". Just like if the as we're focused on, the "all important running in service", if it's not done will reduce the price of the car. As for me, I've had 100% excellent service and faith in my main dealer where I bought my car from as new.
Hi Keith, without getting in to the ins and outs. I have personally had a few bad experiences with BWW. Each to their own where someone takes their car. Personally I wouldn’t take it to just any claimed specialist dealer just to be clear. Where I take my car, is well know BWM specialist and has been dealing with my cars for a number of years. I’ve worked in car sales too (BMW too) and have also seen hands on how ‘some’ treat others cars. Your dealership may be exceptional when it comes to servicing and that’s great. But my experience is very different to yours
@@realtorque Absolutely I agree each to their own and we pay our money and take the chance. As I said, you should not castigate all BMW franchises and should have said "some personal experiences" that hopefully you raised with the dealership to sort out. From an experience perspective as someone who's spent 38 years in a safety critical industry (nuclear power and previously marine engineering - i.e. heavy engineering and stripped down many, many cars in my own time) and have a lifetime of experience of terminology such as SQEP (suitably qualified and experienced) I ought to know what's what when it comes to qualifications and experience c.f. those garages who say the are "specialists". At the end of the day, your car like mine, was supplied from a BMW franchise and not the independent. Fingers crossed you won't experience any main component issues out of warranty when things can become expensive. Keith Craig B.Eng. C.Eng. FIMechE
I own a 2020 mustang GT and maybe next year buy one in manual
Absolutely great video. You have sold it for me. Deposit paid on 69 plate and collect end of the week.
Buzzing buddy! Congratulations
Waffler
automatic...sigh....
😂you clearly have no idea what your talking about
And why’s that?