@@purwantiallan5089Even with that not considered, it weighs more than the whole solar system and looks ugly as fcuk compared to this one, and has an engine that might create more power than BMW claims, but sounds like nothing and feels punishing to drive with a manual.
I get what his going through. I'm in a similar situation. I have the bus for the daily. Subway for the weekends. Train for when I want a little bit more adventure, and lastly a Bicycle. I always question if I should sell my Bicycle.
@@purwantiallan5089You mean the ones with the M engine? The S55? That engine is very boring and sounds like nothing, but creates a ton of power and torque, and the rest of the car is still a playful little thing. That goddamn XM is a pile of [2 mins of beeping]
I have a 2018 M2 and THE FIRST THING I DID, was delete that clutch delay valve. Fixed the 1-2 and clutch engagement. HIGHLY recommend to and BMW owners with a 6spd. (I also swapped in some comp seats 😁)
I have a 2018 M2 with a CDV delete. It made things better, for sure, but I wouldn’t say it fixed the issue completely. For what it’s worth though, I have auto rev match disabled though.
I have an M2C and I've found that when I'm stepping on it from a stop sometimes I totally miss engaging 2nd and feel like I've never driven a manual. What does the clutch delay delete do?
I'm not a BMW guy, but this M2 is the sweetest car BMW has made in the last decade. Especially with a manual gearbox. Tomas is going to regret it badly, since cars like this are almost extinct.
I have an M2C and it's my lil fun toy when I want to drive a manual or when I'm going out in the city and want to park easily. I drive my X6M a lot more and that car is fun as f* to drive. I love them both but it in had to choose one, regrettably it's the X6M
@@jakejohnson6120 of course you couldn’t keep up with the gas consumption, it was an M2 dude not a 220d, next time never bite more than what you can chew..
I too, am NOT particularly a BMW guy nowadays (EXCEPT for the previous M5CS in that green with bronze trim), and, even though I LOVE the E30 325i SE I had, and the E39 5 series in general. But, being one that prefers a good looking Coupe & Saloon - NOT this BIG BULKY SUV sh!te nowadays - but a proper car, I fell in love with the 2 & 4 series when they came out, ESPECIALLY in that gorgeous Aquamarine colour... The colour only comes a close second to my ULTIMATE FAVE - Audi's 'Ara Blue Christal Effect' like on their S3, TT's and such... 😎🇬🇧
I have to say the F82 M4 (last gen) is the most beautiful BMW ever made and one of the best looking cars ever made in my opinion. I does not get old. The dimensions are perfect and aggressive and sporty. I liked the E46 growing up and I loved the sound of the E92, even the bonder was less aggressive and more sleek. The F82 is the perfect M car in my opinion in terms of looks
This is a fun daily. Not a weekender, that's the problem. Edit: As a car guy I always want something fun for everyday (mid powered manual ticks that box) personally I have a manual M4, and the rev match feature makes it very dailyable. For a weekender I'm talking about something less convenient, high powered, maybe 2 seats, screaming engine. Something more special for a point A to point A drive.
Idk why the internet is so obsessed with 'daily' driver this daily driver that. Usually, when you have to debate a car's "daily- ness," it's likely does not possess the most 'quotidian' friendly attributes. It's like nowadays we need that reassurance to have to spend 100% out our time with our heroes and we are afraid to admit....maybe if we drive it 100% of the time it will just become 'another car'.
It is the enthusiast's justification. "I haven't fall out of love with it". Yes, yes you have. And that's okay. As an M2 owner myself, and buying and selling several cars throughout my years I understand this feeling. Its not that you can specifically point out anything wrong with the car (which is why you're saying you still love it), but it just doesn't make your pants tingle anymore. Cars are not logical decisions, and logically the car is great. Perfect even. But as time goes on, everytime you get in, it feels slightly less special. Its part of the human condition. Lucky for us, unlike with women, we're generally welcome to swap in and out of new cars whenever we please!
@movement2contact I bought a neglected 1980 Fiat Spider that I've been rebuilding bit by bit. That gets me excited. Otherwise my M2C just got new wheels/tires and a 500hp tune on it so pants are still fully tingled.
This is almost spot on I think. I feel this particular case is maybe a little different as it sounds like he doesn't have/ make the time to drive his M2, but generally you are right and he's likely to get bored and replace the M2 with something spicy in the future as well. We car enthusiasts are always looking for the next car (and falling out of love with our current cars in the process). The way I've found that addresses this somewhat is to watch reviews of your own car. It helps you fall back in love Also completely agree with you re wrenching on your own cars. The sense of freedom of not needing to go to a mechanic is just so nice. Good luck with your Fiat! FWIW I drive a Clio 182 cup and Megane R26. Both after Renault Sport cars which I'm guessing you don't have in Canada either. I think the closest place to you that got the Clio (and maybe others) is Mexico.
1:21 James is basically explaining the life of a watch collector. You buy one watch that does everything, and as you enjoy other watches that is more characterful in certain ways, and you start to drift apart from your GADA(Go Anywhere Do Anything) watch. Basically that in the car variant, with the M2 being the GADA car. 😁
The solution is to buy a larger watch box. And then another one. Because ohh look a [insert limited edition here]. And then before you know it, you have 50. Then you're thinking of making a drawer setup like Marc from Long Island Watch. Send help 😅
@@tailsneon556 strict "watch in Watch out" rule when you go over six watches. Six is already.... to much, but you can cover every form of situation with six and it really makes you think if you would like to loose one of the six to get that new new one.
Exactly, everyone complains about things they will end up dping. Because as much as we hate it, the NPCs are also humans, and since they don't care about cars like us, they only care about whats better for them as people, and thus, the cars they buy truly are the best cars we all need and will end up buying, we just are reluctant to do so :(
This is too relatable haha. I actually owned a 16’ M2 in long beach for 3 years. Now, 5 years later, I recently bought a 21’ M2C and it feels like it’s come full circle. I guess I wasn’t done with it after all. Personally, I prefer the Comp in almost every way. The 1-2 shift struggle is very real, but I almost find it endearing now since the car makes you work a little to drive it well. It’s a special car for sure. Anyway, good luck with the next one!
I had a 2017 M2 and did the same thing. Added the Eibach Pro Kit and then some wheel spacers. It was gorgeous! Black and badass. I got compliments all the time. I sold it after 1.5 years of ownership and I miss it every day.
Thank you for posting this - the internal struggle of a car guy to part ways with one of the cars on our journey is tough. Been debating selling my 2020 M2 Competition for the last year, but as described around 2:30 - I just can't bring myself to pull the trigger and actually get rid of it. It's such a good car, but if you don't use it (like I don't use mine) then it just becomes a really pretty paperweight in the garage - which part of me is strangely ok with. Truly a fun car and for the price point, it's hard to beat!
@@Ramsey_Pahl In the Land Cruiser video he mentioned he bought an older land cruiser after being so heavily impressed by the new one. So it might be that one
I had an M2 Comp for 4 years, it was my daily, and I went and bought a brand new M4 Comp LCI… and boy do I miss my M2. Not that the M4 is bad, its a better overall car but the M2 is just such a brilliant drivers car.
Got my m2 comp because of you. I was recently contemplating selling it and getting something the more mellow until i have more space to hold more cars but the m2 does everything and cars are meant to be driven so i drive mine all year round no issues and i love it. Looking to add a C7 manual to compliment my M2 in a couple years
As a 3 year OG M2 owner I can relate to a lot of this. It’s an awesome car and not easily replaceable but as a car enthusiast or content creator it’s a must to want new experiences. Looking forward to seeing the new car 👍🏾
This is so cool. as a kid, when you were still an E46 channel, I was there learning how to drive stick with your videos and seeing you money shift the E46, and a couple weeks ago, I too got an LCI OG M2. I also HATE the 1 to 2 shift in my car, and I feel the same way you do about the fuel tank. sad to see you're getting rid of it, but I certainly love mine and hope to own it for a long time.
I totally agree with the ‘one car that does everything’ point. The second you have a garage that can have at least ‘a daily driver’ and ‘a weekend toy,’ then M-cars, 911s, or any other practical and reliable sports car becomes less interesting, because you can get a better car for daily driving, and a more special and unique experience giving car for the weekend.
@@rahulmandala4930 Problem is that all 911's are worse than the Boxter counterparts to drive, as the engine in the back just doesn't work. Hence why the engine has been moving closer and closer to the middle of the car lol
Took awhile to figure this out as I was always familiar with front engine cars, is balancing a rear engine setup for turns. It will take time, and confidence will come. I have learned to lightly tap the brakes to get the weight to shift to front axle before initiating the turn on twist roads when driving spiritedly with a car with the engine behind the driver. Plus with time, I find I need less power and grip, balance low limits is more fun when leaning on turns. Each their own
The reasons he described why he loves the car is very similar why I've enjoyed by 135i M-Sport so much for the last 8 years and cannot part with it. Especially after putting M3 bits underneath it with a nice LSD in the rear. 6MT 3200lb RWD with upgraded suspension and some tuning (plus other things ;))makes it quicker in a straight line and way more fun to drive than the new M2 (and even the OG). Bonus is that it's gone up in value since I bought it..
Right, been driving my 2015 Mk7 Golf GTI I bought new when things were affordable but since Covid and inflation and being laid off due to Covid I can’t afford a new car and my GTI is showing its age.
I totally understand this. I got rid of my 718 GTS under basically the same circumstances. Loved the car and didn’t think I’d ever part with it but I reached a point where it didn’t make sense to drive it once every other week.
I miss my OG M2! I bought it a bit before you and sold it last year. Picked it up after my GTI was totaled in a flash flood, so I didn't have a lot of time to consider all options. LOVED that M2! It was unbelievably fun. It was, as you said, a contender as a "forever" car. Last year I succeeded it with a 991.1 C2. I love the C2 just a bit more, but I would have been more than happy to keep that M2 forever.
I had the same car for 3 years. traded it in for a CT4V Blackwing. few of the same complaints. ride quality, fuel tank size, 1-2 shift. but also, it had a ton of road noise and the sound system was bad. so to hear music you had to turn it up really high, which made it boomy and you couldnt hear anyone else in the car. overall though i loved the car, i just needed more space for a family.
Yeah this car is gorgeous and he is selling not because he doesn't like it or is bored of it but because he just doesn't have enough time to drive it. Definitely will regret this.
I don’t think he will. A great all in one car isn’t needed when you have multiple cars that are great at different things. That’s when the jack of all trades really shines as a master of none.
@@Kamilr97 Exactly! 1:19 James said it right. When you only have one car, the M2 is perfect. Comfortable and sporty. But when you have multiple cars, that are either more comfortable or sporty than the M2, there is no reason to drive the M2. So why regret it? Also there are so many on the market, you can always buy one again...
Great video. I own the LCI since summer of 2017. I have contemplated selling it many times but always felt I love it too much and held on to it. Man those comments are spot on: 1-2 shift, ride quality… I am ok with the smaller tank as I did not drive as much as I should (due to ride quality I am driving minivan most of the time😂) Good luck with the sale and look forward to see your new ride
@@TheBajaminhe said he canceled on it because there video made the demand for it skyrocket and the waiting line for one became insane and a few other things
I love this because like most people he can't hold onto it through the phase where it went from being cool to not cool and then back to being cool. And thats when the appreciation comes back
Such a great looking car, arguably the last good-looking BMW. I kinda did the same thing with my 911, sold it in favor of a few specialized vehicles. If you can only have one car though, I bet the M2 is fantastic!
I'm on the same page with this car. Also have the M2 N55 and I love it and can't justify getting a new car. With some mods it's just such good price-performance.
@@GB-oj2gt The new M2 looks like a Scion TC for the price of a BMW. Finally saw on in person up close and it's even worse than the pictures. How the hell did they make their smallest 2 door sports car heavier and physically bigger than Audi's RS3 4 door.
I drive a 2020 M2C DCT, which replaced a 2002 E46 M3 6M. I really enjoy the M2C and I don't miss the M3. I also dislike the small fuel tank, but it's not the end of the world. BMW doesn't make great manual transmissions or shifters, so I think DCT makes a big difference in the experience. (I had an AS shifter and I deleted the CDV. That improved it, but only so much.) I've never driven a car that was as tail happy or as fun to drive as the M2C.
I own a E46 320ci and the 1 to 2 shift was an issue since then. People think I don't know how to shift. Too bad that you "have" to sell your M2. Amazing car
I had a 2021 M2 Comp and I never got the 1-2 shift right (especially when launching from traffic light stops). My wife always thought I was bad at stick shift driving. After seeing this video, I am feeling better 🙂
My 22 BRZ has the same issue going into 2nd. 1st is tall, rev hangs a little and the clutch doesn't want to grab it smoothly. It makes you want to drive aggressively. I do wonder about a throttle controller solving that. But I've been trying to just get used to it...I'm so paranoid about making any changes to it, call it ignorance.
Did you watch the video? The reason he is getting rid of it is partially because the M2 is an all rounder, and he has specialized stuff that do things better.
Hard not to love these 1st Gen M2's. Based on my test drive when these first came out I thought the interior was a little low rent for the price but otherwise there's a lot to like here. I hope you find something you love, Thomas!
Welp. This is surely a decision poor Thomas will probably mention he regrets a few years down the line. I’m so happy I got to drive my M2C from Seattle to DC in May and today I start the journey back to Seattle.
Just sold my M4 as well. I was 2nd owner bought it for half of the price of the original price. Had real fun for about a year and half and then sold for better value. I loved the car however did not wanted to go with hassle down the road of all maintenance and degrade in value. I hear your guys point, get it have fun while low miles. Move on...
On my 2nd M2 as well. (Bought, sold, bought, etc.) I want those wheels, BTW. Since you already have other light weight sports cars, this should have gone by then. You can always get a poster of M2s, I'll maybe send you one of mine (M2C Long Beach Blue).
Hmm he did say in his review he ordered one right? But do people usually use the word import when ordering a new car? Importing typically means buying a used one from a different market right?
yea, i hated 1 to 2 shift on my r56 mini cooper s. then when i was changing vacuum lines after 15 years of owning it, i saw that pressure converter was not connected to the pressure tank underneath, instead that tank was bypassed. out of factory (i always do my own services)! now, it's whole different experience. this might be related with something similar along the way, maybe bad engineering, defective or collapsed vacuum line etc?
I want a BMW for my second car because I plan on having at least two. I have my crossover since 2019 and he's a good daily driver BUT I want an M2 comp or M4 as my second car. Ever since driving my brother's Porsche I realized that my crossover drives but it don't DRIVE and I drive a lot. For pleasure and nessecity and I can't wait to get a BMW because that car will be my driver car lol. I gotta just save money and keep checking the market places 🤞
Addressing the stock suspension is definitely the way to go. I fitted the M Performance coilovers and set them up toward the softer side. Transforms the car.
Ironically, all that "sounds good" @3:04 is BMW Active Sound Design (ASD). 🤣 As a previous owner, I can confirm 1-2 shift sucks and the suspension feels too floaty. Although Thomas and James didn't mention it, the steering is very numb. Besides that, excellent car! Not many others in the price range that are good all-arounders like that and it's not bloated like all the newer cars. I drove the CT-4 Blackwing, very nice too, but the clutch/transmission are so disconnected and it has the American vs European feel (that's just preference). I liked it (manual only), but not or me. M2 replacement is the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. Feels perfect in every way from the factory. I prefer it over the M4. It feels like much more of a car that BMW used to make, but designed by Ferrari engineers.
I know he said he bought and is importing an older Landcruiser from Japan, but where is it? And, he was very smitten with the LC500. Hmmm… And where is their new Emira?
So I owned both an OG M2 and an M2 CS and the CS definitely was the better car and certainly addressed the suspension issues that you spoke about and upgraded on your car. The car was super capable, incredibly fast but I ended up selling it after about a year and a half. I sold it for almost what I paid for it so there was that but there were definitely things I did not like about the car like the gearbox that you mentioned. I did not love the manual transmission as I found it to be a little rubbery feeling and that 1st to 2nd shift was often a problem. I did not love the sound of the car either and while it was incredibly fast, the sound was not satisfying to me. Also, not only did the car have a small fuel tank but it got terrible gas mileage. For whatever reason, I had my fun with the car and sold it to buy a Porsche 718 GTS 4.0. While that car was not as practical, it was superior to me as a sports car and it was way more exhilarating to drive! Overall, the M2's are all great cars but sometimes it's just time to let a car go and move on to the next one. Thanks for sharing and looking forward to seeing what you get next.
I owned one also and sort of sold it for the same reason, I didn’t drive it much. There were a few things that really bothered me about the M2, specifically the very harsh ride, the rubbery shifter and the drone sound it made at highway speeds. The turbo noise didn’t appeal to me either. Nice looking though..
Thomas and I are apparently on the same car timeline. I even have the same wheels (except their the gun metal looking ones). Selling my OG M2 now too haha. I think I've even used the "driving it to get the rust off the rotors" phrase to explain why I was selling it too... Agreed with the not really anything I think is better... But one thing that was one of my minuses, at least in the US, is the insurance cost is pretty hefty for me. Good luck with the sale!
I get it. I have an 2016 M3 Comp that I bought because I thought I would use it as a 4 door. Over 4 years of ownership I have not put 8000 miles on it. In the meantime I have put 50k on my truck. Part of that is I don't drive it in the winter and the other is it can't tow and in the summer it seems like I do a lot of towing or going to cabin country where there is dirt roads and gravel.
Was interesting to hear your take on the damping. It bugged me in my non-adaptive M340i as well. Put it on Ohlins and it rides and handles better, and just feels more "premium." Sorry to hear you're selling.
Great discussion…and I can relate. My OG M2 (also in fetching Long Beach Blue) just had its 8th birthday, and the Little Beast still makes me smile. The only thing I really don’t like is the lack of Apple Car Play, which has spoiled me in my daily work car. Wanting a new manual car before they all go away, I considered an Emira, a CT4 BW, and of course a G87 M2. But I was thrilled to get an allocation and take delivery of a Cayman GTS 4.0, which I absolutely love. However, unlike Thomas, I’m keeping my M2. Because it still makes me smile (and I don’t have a mystery car on the way). Great work guys; happy Subscriber here!
I owned an '18 M2 for only 3 years for the same reason. A great commuter and a pretty fun car but just too heavy to be a truly special fun car. Then WFH became a thing and I didn't need a commuter anymore. I found myself taking the 30AE Miata key almost all the time and it just didn't make sense to keep it anymore. So I sold it and replaced it with a 981 CS. I have a feeling Thomas has an inbounding Porsche. P.S. BMW's subpar manual was the reason I spec'ed mine with DSG despite I love manual.
I'm surprised you didn't try to improve the shifting. CDV delete, shifter brace bushing, Ultimate Clutch Pedal, maybe even different shifter. But could you please share what suspension exactly you got? I would like to improve the ride quality of my OG. I was looking at TC Kline that seems to go after the same thing - travel not crazy stiff springs.
9:40 HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH i swear this guy never fails to crack me up with his jokes that probably go over alot of peoples heads, keep it up guys love the content
That is the point of clickbait brother, to treat us as dumb, brainless people who are easy to trick. That's the reason why I hate clickbait and it has the opposite effect on me (It doesn't get me to click on a video it gets me mad.) But for Throttle House I can let it slide because it isn't common and isn't so bad.
@@Bmontepeque11ohhh you're so toughhhh you don't click on click bait 🥶🥶🥶 you're doing so much damage to the creators by not giving them a singular view 😱😱
100% agreed. The 1-2 gear shift is horrendous. Owned a 135i m-sport for 4 years and never felt confident. The shift pattern is almost V shaped gearbox opposed to a classic H pattern
God, wait a few more years and I'll buy it haha There is something to be said about owning a jack of all trades unicorn, and then not needing it because you filled the niches. My latest problem is I like having cooled seats AND a sedan/coupe driving experience. So I need to get over that to one day own a C6 or some 60s muscle (something you look back at when you park) which has always been my goal. To each their own and no shame in that.
We need to learn from Jay Leno and others. Buy the special ones, like the CS in this case, and never sell them. Just get a bigger garage. If you have a few cars, you'll never drive any of them enough, and that's exactly the point.
He has hundreds of millions of $, millions of $ worth of storage, and several mechanics keeping them in good shape. We normal people can’t do that. Ever seen American pickers? Those homes full of rusted cars and bikes are what happens when normal people try to do that.
@@TheBajamin Why would anyone buy more cars if they can't keep the ones they already have? Your point makes as much sense as people doing that, so it makes no sense at all.
@@justinbecker4772 In a way, it does. Just another NPC on the road, but at the country club instead of a Walmart in a CRV. Same thing. Hey, if it is your dream car, go for it and enjoy. I personally like a little different and dont like to see my car everywhere on the road, as does Thomas it seems.
Can relate. Bought a B8.5 RS5 after watching your old vs new video. Had low miles and was only my nice day car which didn't get driven enough to justify it. Sold it for something practical. I shed a tear selling that car.
Agreed. The regret tends to come after 3 months without an og. They all end up coming back although with Thomas a Porsche might work since he never drives his weekend car lol
My og m2 is a forever car but I got a few other cars so perhaps that’s the key. I will never sell my og. It’s a perfect modern car with more character than almost any other vehicle in the price range.
the new M2 is only for O.G. DTM fans. the design is supposed to harken back to the E30 racer, now whether BMW achieved that or not is up for debate, but apparently that was the idea. once i heard that the look made sense (to me anyway).
@@phillyphil1513 the e30 m3 is one of my dream cars. I love every model bmw had in those years and I hate the look of the new m2. Pretty much every new bmw. The m5 was the last hold out and they just redid that. Now it look almost at terrible as the rest of their lineup
Got an LCI OG and enjoy it quite a bit. Always drive with the windows down to hear that exhaust. I also feel it’s the last M car to have the old school charm of the older models. May not be nearly as capable as the top dogs in the line up, but just feels more nimble, fun, and sporadic than they do. Although I can’t say I wouldn’t trade it for a clean f80 M4C lol
AutoSolutions SSK (and CDV delete) greatly improves the 1-2 shift. Transforms the shifter, biggest bang for the buck modification. Even my wife loved it.
If you are ever in the Buffalo or Pittsburgh area, Id love for you to review my 1/150 Performance Edition M2. They are stripper specs about 130 pounds lighter with factory coil overs and exhaust mines a DCT and its a blast!
Man bonding over the 1 to 2 shift..... brought a tear to my eye. 😂
The BMW M2 2024 has about 475bhp but has poor reliability.
@@purwantiallan5089Even with that not considered, it weighs more than the whole solar system and looks ugly as fcuk compared to this one, and has an engine that might create more power than BMW claims, but sounds like nothing and feels punishing to drive with a manual.
the 1-2 shift issue is related to the clutch delay valve. Remove it and the issue is gone.
@@pascalrobillard6692really? I thought it’s gear ratio
@@gbw4908 I had the same issue on my manual Supra, gone after clutch delay valve delete
I get what his going through. I'm in a similar situation. I have the bus for the daily. Subway for the weekends. Train for when I want a little bit more adventure, and lastly a Bicycle. I always question if I should sell my Bicycle.
...sell the train
Mad funny😂
@@danoaudio9896 mad money
@@danoaudio9896 Hahahaha!!! 🤣
you're definitely spoiled🤣
Thomas is going to end buying a fully loaded Silverado.
Canyonero?
I think he'll get a prius, you know how Canadians roll.
@@rabid_1BMW M2 2022 for me is as overrated as XM.
So is he going to end buying for everyone? Will people only be allowed to buy base versions?
@@purwantiallan5089You mean the ones with the M engine? The S55? That engine is very boring and sounds like nothing, but creates a ton of power and torque, and the rest of the car is still a playful little thing.
That goddamn XM is a pile of [2 mins of beeping]
I have a 2018 M2 and THE FIRST THING I DID, was delete that clutch delay valve. Fixed the 1-2 and clutch engagement. HIGHLY recommend to and BMW owners with a 6spd. (I also swapped in some comp seats 😁)
Did same on a 135i and the clutch stopper. So much better engagement.
This has to be done to every bmw since like the e46, it's such a dumb concept
I have a 2018 M2 with a CDV delete. It made things better, for sure, but I wouldn’t say it fixed the issue completely. For what it’s worth though, I have auto rev match disabled though.
yup comp seats are a BIG upgrade, don't understand why thomas thinks the OG seats are better because the comp seats are literally superb
I have an M2C and I've found that when I'm stepping on it from a stop sometimes I totally miss engaging 2nd and feel like I've never driven a manual. What does the clutch delay delete do?
I'm not a BMW guy, but this M2 is the sweetest car BMW has made in the last decade. Especially with a manual gearbox. Tomas is going to regret it badly, since cars like this are almost extinct.
I owned one and don’t regret it for a second.
I have an M2C and it's my lil fun toy when I want to drive a manual or when I'm going out in the city and want to park easily. I drive my X6M a lot more and that car is fun as f* to drive. I love them both but it in had to choose one, regrettably it's the X6M
@@jakejohnson6120 of course you couldn’t keep up with the gas consumption, it was an M2 dude not a 220d, next time never bite more than what you can chew..
I too, am NOT particularly a BMW guy nowadays (EXCEPT for the previous M5CS in that green with bronze trim), and, even though I LOVE the E30 325i SE I had, and the E39 5 series in general. But, being one that prefers a good looking Coupe & Saloon - NOT this BIG BULKY SUV sh!te nowadays - but a proper car, I fell in love with the 2 & 4 series when they came out, ESPECIALLY in that gorgeous Aquamarine colour... The colour only comes a close second to my ULTIMATE FAVE - Audi's 'Ara Blue Christal Effect' like on their S3, TT's and such...
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I have to say the F82 M4 (last gen) is the most beautiful BMW ever made and one of the best looking cars ever made in my opinion. I does not get old. The dimensions are perfect and aggressive and sporty. I liked the E46 growing up and I loved the sound of the E92, even the bonder was less aggressive and more sleek. The F82 is the perfect M car in my opinion in terms of looks
This is a fun daily. Not a weekender, that's the problem.
Edit: As a car guy I always want something fun for everyday (mid powered manual ticks that box) personally I have a manual M4, and the rev match feature makes it very dailyable.
For a weekender I'm talking about something less convenient, high powered, maybe 2 seats, screaming engine. Something more special for a point A to point A drive.
Yup, this is great if you don't *have* to drive something else most days, which he does. He's right to get rid of it.
It's an ok daily as it has a fixed suspension,
Buts it a superb weekender
You nailed it. It's torquey, but you need more of a screamer for weekend b-roads and freeway rips.
Idk why the internet is so obsessed with 'daily' driver this daily driver that. Usually, when you have to debate a car's "daily- ness," it's likely does not possess the most 'quotidian' friendly attributes. It's like nowadays we need that reassurance to have to spend 100% out our time with our heroes and we are afraid to admit....maybe if we drive it 100% of the time it will just become 'another car'.
@@Sabretooth-Biggavel yea, I have the m2 comp and it destroys my back dailying on broken roads
It is the enthusiast's justification. "I haven't fall out of love with it". Yes, yes you have. And that's okay. As an M2 owner myself, and buying and selling several cars throughout my years I understand this feeling. Its not that you can specifically point out anything wrong with the car (which is why you're saying you still love it), but it just doesn't make your pants tingle anymore. Cars are not logical decisions, and logically the car is great. Perfect even. But as time goes on, everytime you get in, it feels slightly less special. Its part of the human condition. Lucky for us, unlike with women, we're generally welcome to swap in and out of new cars whenever we please!
What are your personal tingly cars? 🥸
@movement2contact I bought a neglected 1980 Fiat Spider that I've been rebuilding bit by bit. That gets me excited. Otherwise my M2C just got new wheels/tires and a 500hp tune on it so pants are still fully tingled.
@@lbguitar Thanks.
I drive 2003 Citroen C3 1.4i 🥲
@movement2contact That's cool bro, learn what you can from wrenching on it yourself! I live in Canada so we don't have Citroen here.
This is almost spot on I think. I feel this particular case is maybe a little different as it sounds like he doesn't have/ make the time to drive his M2, but generally you are right and he's likely to get bored and replace the M2 with something spicy in the future as well. We car enthusiasts are always looking for the next car (and falling out of love with our current cars in the process). The way I've found that addresses this somewhat is to watch reviews of your own car. It helps you fall back in love
Also completely agree with you re wrenching on your own cars. The sense of freedom of not needing to go to a mechanic is just so nice. Good luck with your Fiat!
FWIW I drive a Clio 182 cup and Megane R26. Both after Renault Sport cars which I'm guessing you don't have in Canada either. I think the closest place to you that got the Clio (and maybe others) is Mexico.
1:21
James is basically explaining the life of a watch collector. You buy one watch that does everything, and as you enjoy other watches that is more characterful in certain ways, and you start to drift apart from your GADA(Go Anywhere Do Anything) watch.
Basically that in the car variant, with the M2 being the GADA car. 😁
The solution is to buy a larger watch box. And then another one. Because ohh look a [insert limited edition here]. And then before you know it, you have 50. Then you're thinking of making a drawer setup like Marc from Long Island Watch. Send help 😅
mine tells the time
Exactly. If you can only have 1 watch you're getting an Aqua Terra. If you can have 2, you're getting a Cartier Tank and a diver.
This analogy is so relatable for so many people!
@@tailsneon556 strict "watch in Watch out" rule when you go over six watches. Six is already.... to much, but you can cover every form of situation with six and it really makes you think if you would like to loose one of the six to get that new new one.
I have an F20 M140i and I really feel you on the fuel tank size thing. You put it in sport mode once, and the fuel light comes on.
I forgot that car existed
That is one of the most ugly cars BMW has ever made. But that might be just me...
Looks like you’ve never seen the 7 series or the XM
Could also be viewed as a fuel consumption issue but i guess that comes with the territory.
enthusiasts be like why is everyone buying trucks/SUV you dont need them. also I dont use my M2 because i just use my truck
Exactly, everyone complains about things they will end up dping.
Because as much as we hate it, the NPCs are also humans, and since they don't care about cars like us, they only care about whats better for them as people, and thus, the cars they buy truly are the best cars we all need and will end up buying, we just are reluctant to do so :(
Not me but yes that happens often.
Damn truest comment on here 🤣🤣
I just have a problem with Trucks and SUVs because I can't see oncoming traffic when making a turn in my normal family sedan. 😅
This is too relatable haha. I actually owned a 16’ M2 in long beach for 3 years. Now, 5 years later, I recently bought a 21’ M2C and it feels like it’s come full circle. I guess I wasn’t done with it after all. Personally, I prefer the Comp in almost every way. The 1-2 shift struggle is very real, but I almost find it endearing now since the car makes you work a little to drive it well. It’s a special car for sure. Anyway, good luck with the next one!
IT'S SUCH A GORGEOUS LOOKING CAR RN THOMAS, love what you've created of this project.
I had a 2017 M2 and did the same thing. Added the Eibach Pro Kit and then some wheel spacers. It was gorgeous! Black and badass. I got compliments all the time. I sold it after 1.5 years of ownership and I miss it every day.
Can’t believe it. I’ve had mine for 4 years at this point, can’t imagine selling it.
Thank you for posting this - the internal struggle of a car guy to part ways with one of the cars on our journey is tough. Been debating selling my 2020 M2 Competition for the last year, but as described around 2:30 - I just can't bring myself to pull the trigger and actually get rid of it. It's such a good car, but if you don't use it (like I don't use mine) then it just becomes a really pretty paperweight in the garage - which part of me is strangely ok with. Truly a fun car and for the price point, it's hard to beat!
We never thought it would happen…
Met the same fate as the m3😢😢😢
Wonder what he’s importing?
What M3?
@@vladislavdimitrov4646Thomas had an e46 m3, but sold it because he didn’t drive it enough. There are vids on the main channel about that
@@Ramsey_Pahloh yeah the blue convertible
@@Ramsey_Pahl In the Land Cruiser video he mentioned he bought an older land cruiser after being so heavily impressed by the new one. So it might be that one
@@sarasijghoshthat or the ct4-v, but he said it’s imported so probably not
“The life cars are never life cars” - James
Literally just sold my 2017 manual M2. I owned it since new and absolutely loved it.
I’m hoping to get a Exige 380 or a 410 next year.
I had an M2 Comp for 4 years, it was my daily, and I went and bought a brand new M4 Comp LCI… and boy do I miss my M2. Not that the M4 is bad, its a better overall car but the M2 is just such a brilliant drivers car.
Got my m2 comp because of you. I was recently contemplating selling it and getting something the more mellow until i have more space to hold more cars but the m2 does everything and cars are meant to be driven so i drive mine all year round no issues and i love it. Looking to add a C7 manual to compliment my M2 in a couple years
As a 3 year OG M2 owner I can relate to a lot of this. It’s an awesome car and not easily replaceable but as a car enthusiast or content creator it’s a must to want new experiences. Looking forward to seeing the new car 👍🏾
This is so cool. as a kid, when you were still an E46 channel, I was there learning how to drive stick with your videos and seeing you money shift the E46, and a couple weeks ago, I too got an LCI OG M2. I also HATE the 1 to 2 shift in my car, and I feel the same way you do about the fuel tank. sad to see you're getting rid of it, but I certainly love mine and hope to own it for a long time.
I totally agree with the ‘one car that does everything’ point. The second you have a garage that can have at least ‘a daily driver’ and ‘a weekend toy,’ then M-cars, 911s, or any other practical and reliable sports car becomes less interesting, because you can get a better car for daily driving, and a more special and unique experience giving car for the weekend.
@@rahulmandala4930 I was referring to a more standard modern 911. Something more comparable to the M2.
@@rahulmandala4930 Problem is that all 911's are worse than the Boxter counterparts to drive, as the engine in the back just doesn't work. Hence why the engine has been moving closer and closer to the middle of the car lol
Took awhile to figure this out as I was always familiar with front engine cars, is balancing a rear engine setup for turns. It will take time, and confidence will come. I have learned to lightly tap the brakes to get the weight to shift to front axle before initiating the turn on twist roads when driving spiritedly with a car with the engine behind the driver. Plus with time, I find I need less power and grip, balance low limits is more fun when leaning on turns. Each their own
The reasons he described why he loves the car is very similar why I've enjoyed by 135i M-Sport so much for the last 8 years and cannot part with it. Especially after putting M3 bits underneath it with a nice LSD in the rear. 6MT 3200lb RWD with upgraded suspension and some tuning (plus other things ;))makes it quicker in a straight line and way more fun to drive than the new M2 (and even the OG). Bonus is that it's gone up in value since I bought it..
Making room for the Lotus Emira!
totally
That one is company owned
@@magicapricot oh really? I thought it was James's allocation
Is it still in the port of Baltimore 😂
@@literally_not_kevini thought it is part of Nashville.
They're life cars when you can't afford new cars =)
Sadly still is the case.
Truth
A used M2 cost you the same a new miata would, it is a bmw after all.
Right, been driving my 2015 Mk7 Golf GTI I bought new when things were affordable but since Covid and inflation and being laid off due to Covid I can’t afford a new car and my GTI is showing its age.
couldn’t agree more!!!😂😂😂
Good bye Thomas BMW M2
I belive Thomas may buy Opel Calibra after selling his BMW M2.
Can u stfu you literally reply on every comment in every frickin car channels@@purwantiallan5089
I totally understand this. I got rid of my 718 GTS under basically the same circumstances. Loved the car and didn’t think I’d ever part with it but I reached a point where it didn’t make sense to drive it once every other week.
every man needs his weekend car. nothing wrong w/that.
I miss my OG M2! I bought it a bit before you and sold it last year. Picked it up after my GTI was totaled in a flash flood, so I didn't have a lot of time to consider all options. LOVED that M2! It was unbelievably fun. It was, as you said, a contender as a "forever" car. Last year I succeeded it with a 991.1 C2. I love the C2 just a bit more, but I would have been more than happy to keep that M2 forever.
I had the same car for 3 years. traded it in for a CT4V Blackwing. few of the same complaints. ride quality, fuel tank size, 1-2 shift. but also, it had a ton of road noise and the sound system was bad. so to hear music you had to turn it up really high, which made it boomy and you couldnt hear anyone else in the car. overall though i loved the car, i just needed more space for a family.
He will regret this decision
Nah
@@Juras2137he is?
Yeah this car is gorgeous and he is selling not because he doesn't like it or is bored of it but because he just doesn't have enough time to drive it. Definitely will regret this.
I don’t think he will. A great all in one car isn’t needed when you have multiple cars that are great at different things.
That’s when the jack of all trades really shines as a master of none.
@@Kamilr97 Exactly! 1:19 James said it right. When you only have one car, the M2 is perfect. Comfortable and sporty. But when you have multiple cars, that are either more comfortable or sporty than the M2, there is no reason to drive the M2. So why regret it? Also there are so many on the market, you can always buy one again...
Great video. I own the LCI since summer of 2017. I have contemplated selling it many times but always felt I love it too much and held on to it. Man those comments are spot on: 1-2 shift, ride quality… I am ok with the smaller tank as I did not drive as much as I should (due to ride quality I am driving minivan most of the time😂)
Good luck with the sale and look forward to see your new ride
Any update on the Lotus Emira or did you cancel that order?
This is what we need the answer to, because they are everywhere used
@@TheBajaminhe said he canceled on it because there video made the demand for it skyrocket and the waiting line for one became insane and a few other things
I love this because like most people he can't hold onto it through the phase where it went from being cool to not cool and then back to being cool. And thats when the appreciation comes back
Such a great looking car, arguably the last good-looking BMW. I kinda did the same thing with my 911, sold it in favor of a few specialized vehicles. If you can only have one car though, I bet the M2 is fantastic!
I'm on the same page with this car. Also have the M2 N55 and I love it and can't justify getting a new car. With some mods it's just such good price-performance.
Its looks amazing. BMW all you had to do was literally nothing.
The CS version is even better. But yeah, the new one is too heavy and numb.
@@GB-oj2gt The new M2 looks like a Scion TC for the price of a BMW. Finally saw on in person up close and it's even worse than the pictures. How the hell did they make their smallest 2 door sports car heavier and physically bigger than Audi's RS3 4 door.
I drive a 2020 M2C DCT, which replaced a 2002 E46 M3 6M. I really enjoy the M2C and I don't miss the M3. I also dislike the small fuel tank, but it's not the end of the world. BMW doesn't make great manual transmissions or shifters, so I think DCT makes a big difference in the experience. (I had an AS shifter and I deleted the CDV. That improved it, but only so much.) I've never driven a car that was as tail happy or as fun to drive as the M2C.
You got the trash sound, you should miss that m3
I own a E46 320ci and the 1 to 2 shift was an issue since then. People think I don't know how to shift.
Too bad that you "have" to sell your M2. Amazing car
Love the detail of suspension setup
You need a proper short shifter for almost any BMW. The 1-2 stock throw is way too long.
In my experience, the gearing is too long, not the throw. It's not the best, but it feels like garbage shifting from 1 to 2 takes forever.
I had a 2021 M2 Comp and I never got the 1-2 shift right (especially when launching from traffic light stops). My wife always thought I was bad at stick shift driving. After seeing this video, I am feeling better 🙂
The fuel thing is so real when it comes to owning this car! I kinda like it as a quirk but it can be really annoying always needing a fill up
A large part of why I ended up with an M4!
@@guyhitchins1723for me i end up with M3 CSL 2003.
I had that issue with my GLA45. I lived at the pump station.
How small is the tank
@Mikeselchow An M2 is 52L, an M4 is 60L. Means I can get 380-400 miles from mine without trying too hard.
My 22 BRZ has the same issue going into 2nd. 1st is tall, rev hangs a little and the clutch doesn't want to grab it smoothly. It makes you want to drive aggressively. I do wonder about a throttle controller solving that. But I've been trying to just get used to it...I'm so paranoid about making any changes to it, call it ignorance.
It's CT4-V BW time. Much better all-rounder
You know Thomas and his black wings, give it a week and there’s gonna be a new vid talking abt his new Cadillac😂😂😂😂
Did you watch the video? The reason he is getting rid of it is partially because the M2 is an all rounder, and he has specialized stuff that do things better.
Exactly what I thought
But I think he’d do 5 over 4, that engine is special
@@ChaosphereIXit is an underrated sedan.
Too bad the trunk/bumper design is hideous
Hard not to love these 1st Gen M2's. Based on my test drive when these first came out I thought the interior was a little low rent for the price but otherwise there's a lot to like here. I hope you find something you love, Thomas!
Welp. This is surely a decision poor Thomas will probably mention he regrets a few years down the line.
I’m so happy I got to drive my M2C from Seattle to DC in May and today I start the journey back to Seattle.
Safe travels fella!
@@richardnavratil9661if you drive a M2C, you’re not driving safe lol
Just sold my M4 as well. I was 2nd owner bought it for half of the price of the original price. Had real fun for about a year and half and then sold for better value. I loved the car however did not wanted to go with hassle down the road of all maintenance and degrade in value. I hear your guys point, get it have fun while low miles. Move on...
Is it time? I think it is time.
B L A C K W I N G
On my 2nd M2 as well. (Bought, sold, bought, etc.) I want those wheels, BTW.
Since you already have other light weight sports cars, this should have gone by then. You can always get a poster of M2s, I'll maybe send you one of mine (M2C Long Beach Blue).
it’s the land cruiser isn’t it?
Hmm he did say in his review he ordered one right? But do people usually use the word import when ordering a new car? Importing typically means buying a used one from a different market right?
@@kamilb8232 he bought an older land cruiser, and if i remember correctly, he did import it from japan
0:58 same exact reason why I sold my W212 E63 AMG last month.
Oh, COME ON!!!!
🤣 Perfect ending, you magnificent bastards.
yea, i hated 1 to 2 shift on my r56 mini cooper s. then when i was changing vacuum lines after 15 years of owning it, i saw that pressure converter was not connected to the pressure tank underneath, instead that tank was bypassed. out of factory (i always do my own services)! now, it's whole different experience. this might be related with something similar along the way, maybe bad engineering, defective or collapsed vacuum line etc?
I want a BMW for my second car because I plan on having at least two. I have my crossover since 2019 and he's a good daily driver BUT I want an M2 comp or M4 as my second car. Ever since driving my brother's Porsche I realized that my crossover drives but it don't DRIVE and I drive a lot. For pleasure and nessecity and I can't wait to get a BMW because that car will be my driver car lol. I gotta just save money and keep checking the market places 🤞
Addressing the stock suspension is definitely the way to go. I fitted the M Performance coilovers and set them up toward the softer side. Transforms the car.
NOOOO DON'T SELL IT
Ironically, all that "sounds good" @3:04 is BMW Active Sound Design (ASD). 🤣 As a previous owner, I can confirm 1-2 shift sucks and the suspension feels too floaty. Although Thomas and James didn't mention it, the steering is very numb. Besides that, excellent car! Not many others in the price range that are good all-arounders like that and it's not bloated like all the newer cars. I drove the CT-4 Blackwing, very nice too, but the clutch/transmission are so disconnected and it has the American vs European feel (that's just preference). I liked it (manual only), but not or me. M2 replacement is the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. Feels perfect in every way from the factory. I prefer it over the M4. It feels like much more of a car that BMW used to make, but designed by Ferrari engineers.
I know he said he bought and is importing an older Landcruiser from Japan, but where is it? And, he was very smitten with the LC500. Hmmm… And where is their new Emira?
So I owned both an OG M2 and an M2 CS and the CS definitely was the better car and certainly addressed the suspension issues that you spoke about and upgraded on your car. The car was super capable, incredibly fast but I ended up selling it after about a year and a half. I sold it for almost what I paid for it so there was that but there were definitely things I did not like about the car like the gearbox that you mentioned. I did not love the manual transmission as I found it to be a little rubbery feeling and that 1st to 2nd shift was often a problem. I did not love the sound of the car either and while it was incredibly fast, the sound was not satisfying to me. Also, not only did the car have a small fuel tank but it got terrible gas mileage. For whatever reason, I had my fun with the car and sold it to buy a Porsche 718 GTS 4.0. While that car was not as practical, it was superior to me as a sports car and it was way more exhilarating to drive! Overall, the M2's are all great cars but sometimes it's just time to let a car go and move on to the next one. Thanks for sharing and looking forward to seeing what you get next.
"i rather someone else enjoy it" was exactly what i was thinking when i broke up with my girlfriend
💀💀💀
I'd like to hear your former lady-friend's take on that parting. Funny comment either way.
Savage 😂
I owned one also and sort of sold it for the same reason, I didn’t drive it much. There were a few things that really bothered me about the M2, specifically the very harsh ride, the rubbery shifter and the drone sound it made at highway speeds. The turbo noise didn’t appeal to me either. Nice looking though..
CT4 V Blackwing Manual in the near future?
Thanks guys. Thomas, do you remember what the spring rates were on the AST 5100 coilovers? I have a 2020 M2 and was considering these.
Thanks,
James's gasp at the beginning was exactly how I felt 😮
Thomas and I are apparently on the same car timeline. I even have the same wheels (except their the gun metal looking ones). Selling my OG M2 now too haha. I think I've even used the "driving it to get the rust off the rotors" phrase to explain why I was selling it too...
Agreed with the not really anything I think is better... But one thing that was one of my minuses, at least in the US, is the insurance cost is pretty hefty for me.
Good luck with the sale!
That cliffhanger, you bas...
I get it. I have an 2016 M3 Comp that I bought because I thought I would use it as a 4 door. Over 4 years of ownership I have not put 8000 miles on it. In the meantime I have put 50k on my truck. Part of that is I don't drive it in the winter and the other is it can't tow and in the summer it seems like I do a lot of towing or going to cabin country where there is dirt roads and gravel.
Love my CT4V Blackwing and I daily it. Your video helped convince me to get it. Keep up the good work.
Was interesting to hear your take on the damping. It bugged me in my non-adaptive M340i as well. Put it on Ohlins and it rides and handles better, and just feels more "premium." Sorry to hear you're selling.
In this Episode...Thomas makes the leap to Old Man Logic. It was coming. He'll be dailying a tractor soon.
I've got him pegged for a minivan in five years.
He can buy one like Camissa @@cbotten106
Great discussion…and I can relate. My OG M2 (also in fetching Long Beach Blue) just had its 8th birthday, and the Little Beast still makes me smile. The only thing I really don’t like is the lack of Apple Car Play, which has spoiled me in my daily work car.
Wanting a new manual car before they all go away, I considered an Emira, a CT4 BW, and of course a G87 M2. But I was thrilled to get an allocation and take delivery of a Cayman GTS 4.0, which I absolutely love. However, unlike Thomas, I’m keeping my M2. Because it still makes me smile (and I don’t have a mystery car on the way).
Great work guys; happy Subscriber here!
I owned an '18 M2 for only 3 years for the same reason. A great commuter and a pretty fun car but just too heavy to be a truly special fun car. Then WFH became a thing and I didn't need a commuter anymore. I found myself taking the 30AE Miata key almost all the time and it just didn't make sense to keep it anymore. So I sold it and replaced it with a 981 CS. I have a feeling Thomas has an inbounding Porsche.
P.S. BMW's subpar manual was the reason I spec'ed mine with DSG despite I love manual.
I went OG M2 to 991.1 C2. Love the C2 juuust a tad more, but that M2 will forever be loved. So much fun!
981 is the way!
I'm surprised you didn't try to improve the shifting. CDV delete, shifter brace bushing, Ultimate Clutch Pedal, maybe even different shifter.
But could you please share what suspension exactly you got? I would like to improve the ride quality of my OG. I was looking at TC Kline that seems to go after the same thing - travel not crazy stiff springs.
He said AST 5100 coilovers
@@focussport Ah, I see. Too bad I can't find the spring rates anywhere. I guess the rates are not everything if you have longer travel.
Such a good looking car. Arguably the best looking bmw in the last 15 years
9:40 HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH i swear this guy never fails to crack me up with his jokes that probably go over alot of peoples heads, keep it up guys love the content
When I saw “It’s over” I thought you two were leaving Extra Throttle House
That is the point of clickbait brother, to treat us as dumb, brainless people who are easy to trick.
That's the reason why I hate clickbait and it has the opposite effect on me (It doesn't get me to click on a video it gets me mad.)
But for Throttle House I can let it slide because it isn't common and isn't so bad.
@@Bmontepeque11ohhh you're so toughhhh you don't click on click bait 🥶🥶🥶 you're doing so much damage to the creators by not giving them a singular view 😱😱
The title is “I’m selling my m2”
Dont you dare even thinking it!
@@Bmontepeque11 *whoosh*
Woke up and this is the first thing I see… day ruined 😭😭
100% agreed. The 1-2 gear shift is horrendous. Owned a 135i m-sport for 4 years and never felt confident. The shift pattern is almost V shaped gearbox opposed to a classic H pattern
Get a Cadillac ct4 “blackwing”!!!!!!!
God, wait a few more years and I'll buy it haha
There is something to be said about owning a jack of all trades unicorn, and then not needing it because you filled the niches. My latest problem is I like having cooled seats AND a sedan/coupe driving experience. So I need to get over that to one day own a C6 or some 60s muscle (something you look back at when you park) which has always been my goal. To each their own and no shame in that.
We need to learn from Jay Leno and others. Buy the special ones, like the CS in this case, and never sell them. Just get a bigger garage. If you have a few cars, you'll never drive any of them enough, and that's exactly the point.
He has hundreds of millions of $, millions of $ worth of storage, and several mechanics keeping them in good shape. We normal people can’t do that. Ever seen American pickers? Those homes full of rusted cars and bikes are what happens when normal people try to do that.
@@TheBajamin Why would anyone buy more cars if they can't keep the ones they already have? Your point makes as much sense as people doing that, so it makes no sense at all.
@@costafilh0 my brother in Christ you literally said never sell them and get a bigger garage. Are you drunk?
@@TheBajamin You must be. I said that. But you should only buy a car or more cars if you can afford to maintain them. Obviously.
@@costafilh0 LOL bro you’re just adding shit. Stop talking. You’re dumb.
OG M2 is a fun car. Doesn't have too many assist features just a pure drivers (manual) and the unique exhaust note was cool
“I want someone else to enjoy it “ okay! Then give it away! don’t sell it!!!😂😂😂
I have those same wheels (in satin bronze) on my '22 Supra. Great choice!
Apex makes great wheels, the vs5rs are amazing
Good decision! I never understood why being able to buy a manual 6-cylinder Porsche Boxster S or better for that money, you had an M2.
because everyone has a Porsche and it is boring?
@@ChaosphereIXeveryone having one doesn't make it boring
@@justinbecker4772hey man where’s my Porsche I’m part of everyone too
@@justinbecker4772 In a way, it does. Just another NPC on the road, but at the country club instead of a Walmart in a CRV. Same thing. Hey, if it is your dream car, go for it and enjoy. I personally like a little different and dont like to see my car everywhere on the road, as does Thomas it seems.
There is no substitute, sorry BMW fanboys. (@ChaosphereIX) Porsches are boring? Wow; you're just jealous....
6:55 Random downshift.... then back up😂
I want it how much
Can relate. Bought a B8.5 RS5 after watching your old vs new video. Had low miles and was only my nice day car which didn't get driven enough to justify it. Sold it for something practical. I shed a tear selling that car.
Dont ditch the car. Let it ditch u if it wants. U will regret later for ditching it, Thomas
Selling the M2 turned out to be an awful idea.
Agreed. The regret tends to come after 3 months without an og. They all end up coming back although with Thomas a Porsche might work since he never drives his weekend car lol
@@zooski151 the C is better in almost every way.
There is no such thing as a forever car. After owning a car for years you want to change it up. No matter how good the car is.
My og m2 is a forever car but I got a few other cars so perhaps that’s the key.
I will never sell my og. It’s a perfect modern car with more character than almost any other vehicle in the price range.
Yall are dethroning the original Top Gear and I absolutely love it. Huge fan. Keep driving, never stop.
At least he admitted the new one looks like poo. Hate how most other car journalist praise the new m2 😒
I agree that the looks are pretty atrocious, but despite the looks, the weight, and the numb steering, it's a pretty incredible and capable car.
Whatever… the look of the new M2 has definitely grown on me. Black sapphire + lowering springs + Apex VS-5RS = 🔥
the new M2 is only for O.G. DTM fans. the design is supposed to harken back to the E30 racer, now whether BMW achieved that or not is up for debate, but apparently that was the idea. once i heard that the look made sense (to me anyway).
New m2 doesnt look bad at all thats probably why
@@phillyphil1513 the e30 m3 is one of my dream cars. I love every model bmw had in those years and I hate the look of the new m2. Pretty much every new bmw. The m5 was the last hold out and they just redid that. Now it look almost at terrible as the rest of their lineup
James is hilarious, “I told you life cars were never life cars.”
It’s jover
Got an LCI OG and enjoy it quite a bit. Always drive with the windows down to hear that exhaust. I also feel it’s the last M car to have the old school charm of the older models. May not be nearly as capable as the top dogs in the line up, but just feels more nimble, fun, and sporadic than they do. Although I can’t say I wouldn’t trade it for a clean f80 M4C lol
Sad news and I think you will regret it.........
Nobody regrets getting rid of a bmw unless they get a newer one
The fact that cadillac keeps coming up is something none of us could have seen coming during the dark days of caddy
I want it but i have like 23 dollars
AutoSolutions SSK (and CDV delete) greatly improves the 1-2 shift. Transforms the shifter, biggest bang for the buck modification. Even my wife loved it.
If you are ever in the Buffalo or Pittsburgh area, Id love for you to review my 1/150 Performance Edition M2. They are stripper specs about 130 pounds lighter with factory coil overs and exhaust mines a DCT and its a blast!
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