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Met expectations | 13 | 19.12% | |
Exceeded expectations | 47 | 69.12% | |
Fell short of expectations | 8 | 11.76% | |
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07-26-2014, 08:59 AM | #1 |
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For those who own, did the F8x meet, exceed, or fall short of expectations?
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07-26-2014, 09:42 AM | #2 |
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Yes its awesome (had mine for since June 16th). You will know what I mean when you get your car wednesday
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07-26-2014, 10:06 AM | #4 |
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Exceeds.
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07-26-2014, 10:12 AM | #5 |
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Exceeds. I wasn't sure what to expect with so many speculative posts/articles/etc, but after a few weeks of ownership I am happy with the car. The worst thing about the car is the buzzing M logo on the seats!
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07-26-2014, 10:15 AM | #6 |
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Exceeds my expectations. It is the best car I have owned all around. The Stingray was the best track car but the M4 is the best all around car. A meaningful improvement over my C63 coupe and E92 M3 with performance inching in on the C7 but with a back seat and a bit more practical and comfortable. .
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07-26-2014, 10:39 AM | #7 |
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Exceeds expectations (but HK Audio falls short of expectations)
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07-26-2014, 10:45 AM | #8 | |
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My Exige was a better track car as well (what would you expect in a car that has no auto transmission option but did have an A/C delete option), but the M3 is so much better all around. The power band still continues to amaze me.
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07-26-2014, 11:29 AM | #9 |
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I replaced a 2014 GT-R that I owned for a year with an M4. The M4 is infinitely more practical with a real and comfortable backseat. The GT-R was almost magic in its handling, responsiveness, and absence of turbo lag.
The M4 is not a GT-R, but I wasn't expecting it to be. The M4 is much more comfortable as a road car. The GT-R has almost no sound insulation, extremely loud tire roar and the exhaust drones at speeds between 65 and 80. The GT-R's suspension also does not do much to soak up bumps. For all those folks who have complained about tire noise, cabin noise or harsh rides in the M3/M4, just take a spin in a GT-R and you will forever be thrilled with the BMW. Also, on a positive note, the BMW DCT is the best transmission I have ever experienced. It is faster and more responsive than the GT-R's and it makes the transmission in my wife's C63 look like a joke. I am a bit spoiled by the GT-R's absolute grip both in straight line acceleration and in cornering. Thus, I'd like a bit more grip from the rear tires on the BMW. I'm hoping that we will find some aftermarket tire and perhaps wheel combination that will help, but this is a minor issue and only arises in the context of direct comparison to the GT-R. Overall, I am very pleased with the M4. It is lots of fun as a daily driver. Cheers, Ira |
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07-26-2014, 11:48 AM | #10 |
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Add me to the exceeds expectations list. It is so sneaky fast. I love the way it sounds as well.
I'm glad you requested owners opinions and not just those who test drove because I feel those are the ones nit-picking. You'll notice the increased stiffness right off the bat coming from the E9x. You really need to drive over a few days and after the break-in to value the S55 and chassis. |
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07-26-2014, 11:53 AM | #11 | |
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It's good to hear the positive feedback, especially since the expectations are very high. |
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Well then yes, PDC delivery will tell you everything you need to know quickly. I regret not doing that myself. This car is different than any I've ever driven. But different in a good way. |
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07-26-2014, 12:32 PM | #15 |
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Still a worthwhile thread though and nice to see and hear from happy owners |
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07-27-2014, 03:33 AM | #21 |
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Deffo exceeds .... We I came from a brand me M5 that I only had 4 month and only done 1500 miles... To the M3.......... And I love it!!! Everything about it is just right
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07-27-2014, 04:43 AM | #22 |
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I had very high expectations to start with and it met them! I voted met expectations for that reason.
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