Got myself a 2018 M2 as well. It was my first new car and not looking to let it go anytime soon. Looking forward to see what you guys do with this one. The exhaust could be the factory upgraded MPerformance Exhaust?
I've got a DCT LCI OG M2, it is the best M Car i've driven. The N55 is a hilarious beast of an engine, handling is beautiful. Its a thirsty car but amazing in every situation
Got the same car but with the DCT. Couldn't be happier and was lucky to find one with 3200 miles 6 months ago... just hit 5k. Anyway, I am sure F80 and 82 owners couldn't be happier with their cars, that's the reason we all have different cars lol. But my main reason to pursue an N55 LCI M2 is that it is the second rarest after the M2 CS. Wasn't made in too many numbers. Also the Competition has 40HP more but also has 400Lbs extra, and that is a looooot of weight for that little oomph. Also not planning on dping much to it, I love it as it is, maybe going catless, and that's about it.
*I have the 2018, DCT LCI M2 in black and love it! Got the DINAN exhaust package and the thing sounds MNEAN, low and deep! Get compliments on it all the time!*
Glad I found this video. Just bought a 66 plate OG M2. My last car was a 2017 M140i, so I am very much a serial BMW owner. I think the B58 with the ZF8 was actually a better combo than the N55 and DCT in the M2, but obviously the rest of the car is on another level. First thing I noticed, the M2 suspension is MILES ahead of the M140i (which had adaptive), it just feels much more planted, and didn't have any of the M140i's wobbly rear end or feeling of bouncy rear damper action over rutted surfaces. This surprised me, because the M2 seems to get a lot of criticism about it's suspension damping. The iDrive system was a bit of a backward step, as my M140i had the newer version, but I'm getting used to it. My M140i was running 455bhp/634nm, and being lighter it was an absolute beast, so fast. I feel my standard M2 is noticeably slower, but it's fast enough, and I actually think I am leaving it standard.
@@PrecisionMotorwerks Yes, don't get me wrong it's a fantastic engine/gearbox combo (the B58/ZF8). I guess if you daily the car, the softer suspension of an M lite is a lot easier to live with. Of course, for a weekend/fun car, a real M car is the better option. The OG M2 is so much more than just a better chassis, the whole driving experience makes every journey an occasion for me.
Good choice, congrats lads from downunder. I've got Oct 2016 build OG F87 which has different headlights (eyebrows also lit up) and tail lights (like the more classic L shaped one better - although both front and rear have halogen bulbs...). Look the manual is definitely a better choice (more control, a car shouldn't shift by itself...), however, having driven the NC ND MX-5 and some other brilliant manual gearboxes, I really hate the OG F87's gearbox (not the same as M2c), especially the positions of the 3 pedals (RHD), probably the worst I've ever driven. Anyway, I still think the 7 speed DCT isn't too bad, would have got the manual back then the non Pure OG F87 did not come with a sunroof (WTF 25kg on top of our head, no use in Aussie climate but raise the centre of gravity...) Recommend replacing all plastic pipes under the hood (especially the charge pipe, it is guaranteed to break and pop). BTW: the PPF in front of the rear wheel arch (quarter panels) are factory fitted PPF, which doesn't make much sense...
im getting this tomorrow. any tips on maintenance? its a 2017 m2 with perf package in long beach blue with 39k miles on it, anything to look out for>? thanks in advance
How are you getting on with the car ? Just bought a 2016 (66 plate) M2 with 25,800 miles on, DCT g/box. It has a reversing camera and electric heated seats, but haven't explored what other options it might have yet.
OG 6MT owner too. Best mods: sports cat, turbo inlet pure/MST V2, carbon and ally M3/4 brace, chargepipe, Ps4S 255/275 (you already got), stage 2 MHD/BM3, uprated intercooler, Suspension stock is good above 40-45mph, around town thuds shock into the chassis a bit. I went Litchfield b16 and it's very good but more NVH comes in.
BuT ItS NOt aN M CAaaRr 😂 Good thing about the later LCi cars, if you fit M4 or M2 comp seats all the functions work, lumbar support and the button on top of the backs to move them forwards and back etc. Must have the same wiring as the M2 comp. It will be a PCW or Mod Stock exhaust. Recently took off my PCW exhaust as it was too much for me with a downpipe.
@@gedam131 how did you go about getting all the lumbar and forward back button on the back rest to work? Everyone else says it’s only the main forward/back/up/down that work.
@@gedam131 strange, from what I seen the pre LCi harness wasn’t wired up to supposed lunbar or the button on the back rest. Only LCi cars since they then changed to M2 comp mid 2018 and had M4 style seats with those functions from the factory.
Got myself a 2018 M2 as well. It was my first new car and not looking to let it go anytime soon. Looking forward to see what you guys do with this one. The exhaust could be the factory upgraded MPerformance Exhaust?
Where did you find it new in 2023??
I've got a DCT LCI OG M2, it is the best M Car i've driven. The N55 is a hilarious beast of an engine, handling is beautiful. Its a thirsty car but amazing in every situation
Best upgrade is a M perf exhaust, no power bump without a downpipe but the best sound for OG by far...
I bought F80, but the M2 N55 is so lovely car!!
Got the same car but with the DCT. Couldn't be happier and was lucky to find one with 3200 miles 6 months ago... just hit 5k. Anyway, I am sure F80 and 82 owners couldn't be happier with their cars, that's the reason we all have different cars lol. But my main reason to pursue an N55 LCI M2 is that it is the second rarest after the M2 CS. Wasn't made in too many numbers. Also the Competition has 40HP more but also has 400Lbs extra, and that is a looooot of weight for that little oomph. Also not planning on dping much to it, I love it as it is, maybe going catless, and that's about it.
I didn t know the lci n55 M2 was the rarest After the CS. So if you have one in grey and manual, it will be a rare car soon.
@williamdtt the truly rarest is a yellow one. BMW only made one from factory.
Comp is prob 150-200lbs more I think
I recommend going sportcat instead of catless. Catless you will lose the beautiful N55 tone.
@@gedam131 thx for the tip🙏🏻
*I have the 2018, DCT LCI M2 in black and love it! Got the DINAN exhaust package and the thing sounds MNEAN, low and deep! Get compliments on it all the time!*
Best M2 at any price in 2023
Glad I found this video.
Just bought a 66 plate OG M2.
My last car was a 2017 M140i, so I am very much a serial BMW owner. I think the B58 with the ZF8 was actually a better combo than the N55 and DCT in the M2, but obviously the rest of the car is on another level. First thing I noticed, the M2 suspension is MILES ahead of the M140i (which had adaptive), it just feels much more planted, and didn't have any of the M140i's wobbly rear end or feeling of bouncy rear damper action over rutted surfaces.
This surprised me, because the M2 seems to get a lot of criticism about it's suspension damping.
The iDrive system was a bit of a backward step, as my M140i had the newer version, but I'm getting used to it.
My M140i was running 455bhp/634nm, and being lighter it was an absolute beast, so fast. I feel my standard M2 is noticeably slower, but it's fast enough, and I actually think I am leaving it standard.
I am contemplating selling my 17 340i for one. Would you do it again ?
@@PrecisionMotorwerks Yes, don't get me wrong it's a fantastic engine/gearbox combo (the B58/ZF8).
I guess if you daily the car, the softer suspension of an M lite is a lot easier to live with.
Of course, for a weekend/fun car, a real M car is the better option. The OG M2 is so much more than just a better chassis, the whole driving experience makes every journey an occasion for me.
Esta marca y modelo de auto es fabuloso y por fin lo tengo es de mi pertenencia estoy muy emocionado gracias hecho esta❤
These cars were instant classics.
Very rare in manual ! Nice car !
Not really.. still a nice car tho.
My fav M2. Still looks great today.
7:17 - Now go look at the back of an M2 Comp and tell me you don't want to vomit from that eyesore of a sagging exhaust system..
Good choice, congrats lads from downunder. I've got Oct 2016 build OG F87 which has different headlights (eyebrows also lit up) and tail lights (like the more classic L shaped one better - although both front and rear have halogen bulbs...).
Look the manual is definitely a better choice (more control, a car shouldn't shift by itself...), however, having driven the NC ND MX-5 and some other brilliant manual gearboxes, I really hate the OG F87's gearbox (not the same as M2c), especially the positions of the 3 pedals (RHD), probably the worst I've ever driven. Anyway, I still think the 7 speed DCT isn't too bad, would have got the manual back then the non Pure OG F87 did not come with a sunroof (WTF 25kg on top of our head, no use in Aussie climate but raise the centre of gravity...)
Recommend replacing all plastic pipes under the hood (especially the charge pipe, it is guaranteed to break and pop).
BTW: the PPF in front of the rear wheel arch (quarter panels) are factory fitted PPF, which doesn't make much sense...
Because its the best car in the world.. for me its the m3 e36 type ll
Are the Icon adaptive lights just plug & play ..?
That grey colour is just perfect.
im getting this tomorrow. any tips on maintenance? its a 2017 m2 with perf package in long beach blue with 39k miles on it, anything to look out for>?
thanks in advance
How are you getting on with the car ?
Just bought a 2016 (66 plate) M2 with 25,800 miles on, DCT g/box. It has a reversing camera and electric heated seats, but haven't explored what other options it might have yet.
Congrats dude!
Can we put G82 M4 kit on a F87 M2
OG M2’s are one of the best BMWs.
OG 6MT owner too. Best mods: sports cat, turbo inlet pure/MST V2, carbon and ally M3/4 brace, chargepipe, Ps4S 255/275 (you already got), stage 2 MHD/BM3, uprated intercooler, Suspension stock is good above 40-45mph, around town thuds shock into the chassis a bit. I went Litchfield b16 and it's very good but more NVH comes in.
I’m looking for a OG 6MT any advice for upgraded for the shifter in general and in terms of feel?
Or should I just give in a get the DCT ?
Now that's a beauty 😍
Perfect Car my G
Top choice.
smashed it boys
manual ✌️
pumped for this
love it
BuT ItS NOt aN M CAaaRr 😂
Good thing about the later LCi cars, if you fit M4 or M2 comp seats all the functions work, lumbar support and the button on top of the backs to move them forwards and back etc. Must have the same wiring as the M2 comp. It will be a PCW or Mod Stock exhaust. Recently took off my PCW exhaust as it was too much for me with a downpipe.
Non LCI cars also is a easy Comp seat swap. I fitted M4 Comp seats with all of the functions in my OG M2 pre LCI, no problems.
@@gedam131 how did you go about getting all the lumbar and forward back button on the back rest to work? Everyone else says it’s only the main forward/back/up/down that work.
@@gedam131 in fact you would have a hard time getting lumbar support to work on comp seats, they don’t have that function.
@@Mac_F87 haha no obviously because of the cut out parts that’s gone but the rest was pretty straight forward.
@@gedam131 strange, from what I seen the pre LCi harness wasn’t wired up to supposed lunbar or the button on the back rest. Only LCi cars since they then changed to M2 comp mid 2018 and had M4 style seats with those functions from the factory.
yea yea ya! Boring dammit.