Yas Marina Blue on Silverstone F82 M4 + H&R Sport Springs + H&R Spacers

[SMURFDADDY]

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I figured I'd throw some pics up of my new Yas Marina Blue on Silverstone M4. Picked up the car a couple weeks ago and so far have put about 500 miles on it, and I have to say I’m astonished with the performance and overall quality of the car! Coming from a 2013 Mini Cooper Hardtop, this thing feels like the Starship Enterprise LOL!

I optioned the car out with DCT and the M Adaptive suspension from the factory, knowing that I would be looking for the overall greatest performance while still retaining some sort of comfort for my daily commute. After I took delivery of the car, I like most of you, took notice of the excessive level of wheel gap that the car comes with from the factory. After putting around 250 miles on the car and not being able to tolerate the 4x4 stance any longer, I decided to give my friends at Supreme Power Parts a call and scheduled an appointment to take my car in to have the H&R Sport Springs + Spacers installed. I researched these springs quite a bit as I do have the active suspension, and after having put a couple hundred miles on the car I find that the springs work exceptionally well, especially in the Sport Plus setting. Regardless of how you look at it, for the price these springs are an excellent value proposition!

I have been dealing with Eric for years, and I have found his level of professionalism and accommodation to be unrivaled within the automotive aftermarket industry. Not only did he take care of my needs in a timely manner, but he also was able to have me in and out of there in no time while proving me with a SMOKING DEAL! Eric, Nick and Tam did a phenomenal job on the install, and needless to say I am extremely satisfied with the end result!

Whether you’re located here in So Cal, or half way across the globe, Eric and his team will be sure to give you the best deal on anything you need. I’ll admit to being a shopper and a bit of a penny pincher, and Eric definitely beat out the rest of the competition and has earned my business for life!

[damnitBobby]

The M4 looks exponentially better when it is lowered. I still wonder why they have such a tall stance from the factory. Thanks for the photos!

[Blindside_137]

Great stance!

[supremepower]

Thanks for the shout out! It was nice meeting you yesterday Ayra!

We are still doing a sale on springs! Anyone interested in lowering their M3 or M4 PM me

- Justin

[Powerbeast]

Lowered = Huge difference and looks so good! Not too much modifying required!

[GOLFFRR]

awesome! What a jump from a mini to the beast! love it!!

[SMURFDADDY]

Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

awesome! What a jump from a mini to the beast! love it!!

We'll lets just say the Mini was originally intended for somebody else ....BYE FELICIA!! LOL

[GOLFFRR]

Originally Posted by SMURFDADDY

We'll lets just say the Mini was originally intended for somebody else ....BYE FELICIA!! LOL

lol I read you loud and clear. Well this car def makes a statement and will bring you a lot of joy I'm sure! Enjoy the new ride

[Siciliano611]

What size spacers you got? 12mm or 15mm?

[cotmfk]

Looks great!

[SMURFDADDY]

Originally Posted by Siciliano611

What size spacers you got? 12mm or 15mm?

10mm in the front and 12mm in the rear

[BAL278]

that drop is perfect imo

[Ragazzi-07]

SMURFDADDY love the look!

BUT

sorry for the newbie question. But isn't having such an aggressive spring make for per-mature blow out on the shocks? since its under load more etc.

Last thing i want is a bouncy boy racer like those civics.

[SMURFDADDY]

Originally Posted by ragazzi_07

SMURFDADDY love the look!

BUT

sorry for the newbie question. But isn't having such an aggressive spring make for per-mature blow out on the shocks? since its under load more etc.

Last thing i want is a bouncy boy racer like those civics.

The armchair chassis engineer in me is going to say yes, but I can't comment for certain. Having worked in automotive engineering, I'm aware of OEM tolerances becoming upset by aftermarket components, but I trust H&R as they are a very reputable brand with many years of experience with BMW Products.

The ride is slightly bouncier, but that is to be expected with the higher spring rate. The Sport Plus setting on the Adaptive Suspension harmoniously matches these springs, and the as the car climbs higher in speed, the stability and overall performance of the setup really come into their element.

I know there is a lot of controversy over these springs and the M Adaptive Suspension, but I would highly recommend them if you aren't made of money (like myself) and cant justify the 3-4K+ on a coilover setup.

Just my .02

[SMURFDADDY]

Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

lol I read you loud and clear. Well this car def makes a statement and will bring you a lot of joy I'm sure! Enjoy the new ride

I do have to admit though, I drove the Mini to work today for the first time in about a week, and eventhough the car has 120BHP + and ECU Flash, that thing still puts a S**T eating grin on my face every single time!

[GOLFFRR]

Originally Posted by SMURFDADDY

I do have to admit though, I drove the Mini to work today for the first time in about a week, and eventhough the car has 120BHP + and ECU Flash, that thing still puts a S**T eating grin on my face every single time!

Totally agree! we have a mini as well. My better half drives it. We get her a new one every other year. Just got the newest model and its awesome little car. I always feel like Im driving a go kart but in a good way!

[SMURFDADDY]

Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

Totally agree! we have a mini as well. My better half drives it. We get her a new one every other year. Just got the newest model and its awesome little car. I always feel like Im driving a go kart but in a good way!

I love the thing. I'm actually looking to get rid of it (lease transfer). Only so many $$$ obligations I can afford on my salary @ 25

If anybody is interested here are the specs

-2013 Cooper Hardtop
-White Silver W/ Blk standard leatherette interior
-6 Speed MT
-Bi-Xenon W/ Blk Headlight Trim + clear side markers
-LoJack (upsold by Crevier even though I requested to have it removed )
-19K miles on a 3yr/30K lease started April 2013
-$235.60 Payment

[Tam@SupremePower]

what shall we do next SMURFDADDY!

[SMURFDADDY]

Originally Posted by Tam@SupremePower

what shall we do next SMURFDADDY!

let my bank account recouperate

[ManofSteele]

Perfect stance. This should be how it looks from the factory. Great job!

[BD SM3RF]

Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

Totally agree! we have a mini as well. My better half drives it. We get her a new one every other year. Just got the newest model and its awesome little car. I always feel like Im driving a go kart but in a good way!

I recently picked up a used Mini Cooper S to hold me over till I get my F80. I have wanted to get one ever since I saw the movie The Italian Job. My son loves it too. He is using it to learn to drive (getting his license in a few months!!) and his mom doesn't want him driving the X5. We will see how long before I judge his driving good enough to get behind the wheel of the M3

[GOLFFRR]

Originally Posted by ecleland

I recently picked up a used Mini Cooper S to hold me over till I get my F80. I have wanted to get one ever since I saw the movie The Italian Job. My son loves it too. He is using it to learn to drive (getting his license in a few months!!) and his mom doesn't want him driving the X5. We will see how long before I judge his driving good enough to get behind the wheel of the M3

Italian job!! lol thats so funny, that movie did make the mini even that much more exciting