The First 90 days: Observations on Elations

[TRACK M4STER]

I took delivery of a custom built 2015 F82, 6MT with every option except Driver Assistance PLUS and CCB. We all know the performance numbers so this post is intended for those who are in the market and/or on the fence about which options.

These are my observations, frustrations, and recommendations within the first 90 days of ownership. Hopefully this will guide you to the right F8x of your dreams:

Pro's:
+Deletion of the annoying seatbelt butlers that come standard on F32's.
+Large storage compartment below headlight switch if you forgo Driver Assistance PLUS package.
+Full leather dashboard
+Ducktail trunk lid

Con's:
-Extended Full Merino leather only covers top half of door panels.
-Passenger mirror glass dips down too far when shifting into reverse.

Wish list (currently not available on F8x):
1. Cooled/ventilated seats
2. Front facing camera (ala 7-series and X5) to prevent curbing front bumper
3. LED turn indicators on rear tail lights

Even though I typically don't like the color yellow in general I chose Austin Yellow because it looked instantly recognizable as an M-car. The color is not as garish as I expected and I've received a lot positive feedback. There are hues of gold or green in certain light. Black Full Merino leather interior balances it out.

I've owned BMW's for years but this vehicle exceeds my expectations in terms of the joy it brings me every morning when I fire it up. It's equipped with everything that I've ever wanted in a BMW and really is the every day track car that I take to the office.

Truly ///M4GICAL

[DD335i]

How do you like the 6mt?

[XenaBimmer]

Love the diffuser and black tips!
How is the F8x compared to the F3x you had? I currently have a F30 328 and will be either getting a 435 GC or M3 next year (I need 4 doors). I have really liked the 328, especially with the tune I have; it pulls hard for a DD and has sporty enough handling for my needs. I am wanting to step it up next time, and am just not sure if I "need" the M over the 35

[dkhm3]

congrats. same here, loving every minute driving that thing. it is a great automobile.

[TRACK M4STER]

Originally Posted by DD335i

How do you like the 6mt?

I've always owned manuals. I'd never have it any other way.

[TRACK M4STER]

Originally Posted by XenaBimmer

Love the diffuser and black tips!
How is the F8x compared to the F3x you had? I currently have a F30 328 and will be either getting a 435 GC or M3 next year (I need 4 doors). I have really liked the 328, especially with the tune I have; it pulls hard for a DD and has sporty enough handling for my needs. I am wanting to step it up next time, and am just not sure if I "need" the M over the 35

I still own the 435i and M4. You'll be more than satisfied with 435i GC. Unfortunately, BMW is not producing an M4 GC (yet) due to the structural challenges with hatchback/CF roof configuration.

If it's within your means--go for the full M-car. It's a sublime experience. Wider fenders, trunk lid, hood, CF roof, CF driveshaft, cross drilled rotors, wheels in addition to the drivetrain are all unique to F8x models. The few components shared are glass and doors, headlights/tail lights. It's work the extra $$$

[hanszilla]

Originally Posted by XenaBimmer

Love the diffuser and black tips!
How is the F8x compared to the F3x you had? I currently have a F30 328 and will be either getting a 435 GC or M3 next year (I need 4 doors). I have really liked the 328, especially with the tune I have; it pulls hard for a DD and has sporty enough handling for my needs. I am wanting to step it up next time, and am just not sure if I "need" the M over the 35

I've never had my own 328, but I have gone through 2 335i. The only time I drove a 328i, was when I had to drop my car off for service. With that said, the pull from 0-40 is strikingly similar between the both of them; unless you have an amazing butt dyno I doubt you'll notice. The 35 will pull better at higher speed, but unless you're planning on driving 80+ all the time I doubt it would matter.

Now being the responsible adult that I am if you are just looking for a faster DD with more power the 35 will do more than enough to satisfy that. It is also pretty comfortable and relatively practical to use. If you are a sensible adult you should get the 35.

The "M" is not a "need" purchase, there is nothing rational about spending $25k extra for a DD. The "M" is an emotional purchase. With that said I am waiting for my ED on my 2016 F80.

Good luck with your decision.

[hanszilla]

Originally Posted by TRACK M4STER

I took delivery of a custom built 2015 F82, 6MT with every option except Driver Assistance PLUS and CCB. We all know the performance numbers so this post is intended for those who are in the market and/or on the fence about which options.

These are my observations, frustrations, and recommendations within the first 90 days of ownership. Hopefully this will guide you to the right F8x of your dreams:

Pro's:
+Deletion of the annoying seatbelt butlers that come standard on F32's.
+Large storage compartment below headlight switch if you forgo Driver Assistance PLUS package.
+Full leather dashboard
+Ducktail trunk lid

Con's:
-Extended Full Merino leather only covers top half of door panels.
-Passenger mirror glass dips down too far when shifting into reverse.

Wish list (currently not available on F8x):
1. Cooled/ventilated seats
2. Front facing camera (ala 7-series and X5) to prevent curbing front bumper
3. LED turn indicators on rear tail lights

Even though I typically don't like the color yellow in general I chose Austin Yellow because it looked instantly recognizable as an M-car. The color is not as garish as I expected and I've received a lot positive feedback. There are hues of gold or green in certain light. Black Full Merino leather interior balances it out.

I've owned BMW's for years but this vehicle exceeds my expectations in terms of the joy it brings me every morning when I fire it up. It's equipped with everything that I've ever wanted in a BMW and really is the every day track car that I take to the office.

Truly ///M4GICAL

Does your foot-trunk release still work with that rear diffuser on it ?

[TRACK M4STER]

Originally Posted by hanszilla

Does your foot-trunk release still work with that rear diffuser on it ?

No! I found out after installation that hands-free operation is deactivated. Sucks but the look is worth the sacrifice.

I picked up the 2x2 weave CF diffuser for $549.00 from RW Carbon out of SoCal. Quality is superior and fitment is 90%. Took 20 minutes to install. Everywhere else is selling for over $1000.00.

[mrduder]

you can get the car coded so that the mirror doesn't dip as much. I got mine to dip just a little bit. it dips way too far down the way the car comes! it's a useless feature the way the made it. so I'd look into that.

[Biorin]

Originally Posted by TRACK M4STER

Even though I typically don't like the color yellow in general I chose Austin Yellow because it looked instantly recognizable as an M-car. The color is not as garish as I expected and I've received a lot positive feedback. There are hues of gold or green in certain light. Black Full Merino leather interior balances it out.

Congrats on the acquisition! Not sure if your photos are edited, but I think it's the best I've ever seen AY look in photos... more yellow and less green.

Originally Posted by hanszilla

Does your foot-trunk release still work with that rear diffuser on it ?

It worked in the first place?

Side note: I have been told that the "out" motion is more important than the "in" (that's what she said?), so will have to try that too

[TRACK M4STER]

Originally Posted by Biorin

Congrats on the acquisition! Not sure if your photos are edited, but I think it's the best I've ever seen AY look in photos... more yellow and less green.

It worked in the first place?

Side note: I have been told that the "out" motion is more important than the "in" (that's what she said?), so will have to try that too

Thanks! And--yes, I used a filter but photos of any kind don't do it justice. Stunning in-person.

The trunk feature I rarely used anyway so it wasn't much of a concession. BMW states to "use a kicking motion" versus a swiping motion to pop the trunk. Form over function.