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I think Steve Sutcliffe needs go on a joyride with Chris Harris. How could one reviewer like Sutcliffe not praise the same car that Harris gushes about? I know opinions are varied by each reviewer but it's just a stark contrast between the two...
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Several other reviewers have lauded the M4's steering accuracy but do say you cannot feel the road as much as the prior hydraulic gens. Harris opinion differs from equally credible reviewers. Also in his testing notes he does criticize the road feel, as well as those in the prior gens.
On another note, seems like his new reviews on Drive are more about getting the message clear and across, which I think works for the better. On a lot of the older reviews you almost hear him almost debating with himself. |
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Great review as always from harrismonkey.
I've only driven e9x's and I think those are amazing, I can't even imagine how this car feels
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I think Harris took so long to review the new M3 because he was waiting for a big fat check from BMW
I mean look at the response in this thread alone lawl, his opinions mean a lot to enthusiasts Not bashing or hating, just stating my observation |
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I do think that people put way too much emphasis on his opinions. He always has a great view to provide, but there are others out there. Not sure how the nut hugging came about.
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The one thing that fascinated me about the E9x was its legendary V8 engine, the rest was original but nothing that would have kept me interested that much. The F8x is just much better in every category except for sound. It was kind of my dream to drive an exotic high-revving V8 like the one in the E9x. For the past 2-3 years, my only desire has been to drive a V8 and if it's available in M3 form, then heck I'll enjoy my E9x for a couple of years before I pick up an M4. The only bummer is that I'd be getting the same generation car as the one I've been driving for the past 5 years.
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Well, speed alone can't be the deciding factor, since more speed can be had out of the E9X for less money. I would imagine people are buying the car for the whole package of latest tech and convenience features, great performance with decent fuel economy, and aesthetic appeal. You know, like every previous car.
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Likewise, owner of 2 E90s and an F80 and I'd have to agree with you.
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It's funny if someone comes w a bad review of the car everyone on this form trashes the car and when someone comes w a good review of the car everyone praises the car.
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off the floor, in stock form, it blasts the e92. no debate needed. throwing in mods etc muddies the waters and is 100% irrelevant for most buyers as mods cost money which you don't get back, cause complications, make the car less DD'able, aren't under warranty, etc... |
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I was in fact saying there is far more to the car than just faster times on the stat sheet. The comment I was responding to made it sound like the only reason they were getting the new car is because it was faster. A supercharger (one currently on sale for $6K including tune) will give you a faster car. We can argue modded vs. stock, modded vs. modded, etc. all day long, but at the end of the day, there is no replacement for displacement. And really, if you want all the speed you can get for $80K, you should be shopping for a GTR. |
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Who is Chris Harris?
Why do we have to listen to this dude? Does anyone here care enough to explain without being obnoxious? add one |
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You can save it like saving any youtube videos.
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