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      02-26-2014, 06:23 AM   #1
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Adaptive suspension vs coil overs

Now that I've got a better understanding of the M adaptive suspension, was wondering two things.

1. How would it compare to KW? And why.

2. Can anyone speculate on the long term reliability and maint costs of the active susp?

Let me be honest. 90% of my driving will be DD. Probably 95%. But my DD includes some twistys where I can understeer or baby drift safely. I've never had an active suspension. I don't mind a harsh ride, within reason (the fillings in my teeth must stay in).

I know Porsche implemented PASM with the 997's and the 991's have improved on it. I wonder if bmw is on par with them. I haven't tested a 991, but I recently tested a M235 and it stayed pretty planted on fun curvy roads.

Any input appreciated. I thought the adaptive M susp was a no-brainier, but I just don't want the damn thing to break out of warranty and I have to spend $5K to fix it.
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