I Miss My ///M Cars :(

Foggins · 07-03-2018, 05:24 PM

So, after owning a few great M cars over the past several years (E46 M3, E92 M3, F80 M3), a few months ago I purchased a brand new 2018 Audi S4. Overall, it is a great daily driver...incredibly comfortable, beautiful interior, AWD, fast, handles well, and surprisingly good on gas. But, it is just a bit...boring. For the M3's I have owned, each has brought with it some great thrills, and I connected with each on a different level vs the Audi.

I won't be selling the Audi for a while as I don't want to take a complete bath on it financially, but I am dreaming of getting back into an M car soon when it makes more sense financially.

x.shell · 07-03-2018, 07:32 PM

10" · 07-03-2018, 07:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrozenAg

So, after owning a few great M cars over the past several years (E46 M3, E92 M3, F80 M3), a few months ago I purchased a brand new 2018 Audi S4. Overall, it is a great daily driver...incredibly comfortable, beautiful interior, AWD, fast, handles well, and surprisingly good on gas. But, it is just a bit...boring. For the M3's I have owned, each has brought with it some great thrills, and I connected with each on a different level vs the Audi.

I won't be selling the Audi for a while as I don't want to take a complete bath on it financially, but I am dreaming of getting back into an M car soon when it makes more sense financially.

Take the loss and get something else. I've owned a few Audis in the past and they get more and more boring as time goes on; it's not worth keeping if you're already bored. Life is short so get in there!

uniqueMR · 07-03-2018, 07:54 PM

I hear you.
Hang in and wait for next M, M3/M4.
Its only 1-2 years away.

In regard to Audi, S4 falls between A4 and RS4. So not that bad

SunnyD · 07-03-2018, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by uniqueMR

I hear you.
Hang in and wait for next M, M3/M4.
Its only 1-2 years away.

I agree...at this point, you've already owned an E46/92/F80, so just wait and get the G8x M3/4 once it comes out. You'll fall right back in love.

jeff@autocouture · 07-03-2018, 08:14 PM

the new s4 is a great cruiser and daily car, very different then the f80

Germanauto · 07-03-2018, 09:00 PM

Well everybody knows Audis are good at being fast, but soul-less, isolating, and numb cars...

My parents had an A6 once and it was nice, especially the interior, but it didn't strike any emotion. After trying a BMW they got hooked and it turned into my addiction as well.

truep287 · 07-03-2018, 10:44 PM

I just came from owning two S4's and it's night and day with the M3. The S4 was quick, stable and reliable, but no personality. You'll appreciate your next M car that much more!

boss2k · 07-03-2018, 11:06 PM

What's the point of this thread? Are u looking for confirmation that u shud get a M car ?

BTW S4 is a a great car and pretty quick and looks pretty good too. I am coming from a S4 too

THEROK · 07-03-2018, 11:44 PM

S4 is in the same league as a regular 3 series. Next topic.

nicknaz · 07-04-2018, 03:06 AM

Maybe you just need some quality time (aka all electronics off at a track day) to get to know the car better?

If it's still boring, just embrace that fact and use the car as a commuter and add a 2 seats sports car to the mix

paliknight · 07-04-2018, 06:12 AM

You fucked up

CanAutM3 · 07-04-2018, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nicknaz

Maybe you just need some quality time (aka all electronics off at a track day) to get to know the car better?

If it's still boring, just embrace that fact and use the car as a commuter and add a 2 seats sports car to the mix

It's gonna be boring as hell. Just endless push through every corner. This is coming from a guy that has had and still has an Audi in his driveway.

Habber · 07-04-2018, 06:56 AM

You are being punished for leaving the brand.

Feel the pain and never forget.

Nicky_do_it · 07-04-2018, 07:18 AM

I went from a B8s4 Stronic to an F80 Manual. The Audi was a good car but I got bored of it quickly. I am not sure if it was due to the more linear power curve or the dual clutch or combination of both. I wonder if a used manual S4 (with all seasons) would be fun and worth considering for the winter and rain. I was confident, maybe overly confident, driving in wet conditions. I do miss the quick acceleration from a stop in those conditions.

IM2C · 07-04-2018, 08:57 AM

This is what you do. Spend next 2 years on the g80 forum and be the first in line with security deposit in hand.

Eumartin · 07-04-2018, 09:33 AM

I came from a B6 S4. I enjoyed the subtle styling at that time. When looking for a new car, I could only bring myself to change one letter. Plus I really wanted to return to rear wheel drive.

F80Moe · 07-04-2018, 12:54 PM

Came from a 16' DSG S3

Boring even with stage 2 and suspension mods done to it

F80 is so much joy on every single drive

Suds · 07-04-2018, 04:59 PM

Don’t start modifying it trying to fix the feel of the car, walk away first.
It’s far cheaper, I know!

damnitBobby · 07-04-2018, 05:37 PM

OP I'm in the same boat. Bought my first Audi (2018 SQ5) and like you stated it does everything well. Quiet, comfortable, fast, and superb quality interior. But still I feel like there's something left to be desired.

I'm looking to hop into a used F80 later this year. I usually don't buy used but I figure it will offset the financial loss on the SQ5.

nicknaz · 07-04-2018, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CanAutM3

It's gonna be boring as hell. Just endless push through every corner. This is coming from a guy that has had and still has an Audi in his driveway.

That sucks.

HoldenMI · 07-04-2018, 07:46 PM

Being in Michigan, I'm not really sure why anyone in the south buys a sporty AWD street car. RWD is more fun in everything but snow and ice. Could someone please explain it to me?

07-03-2018, 05:24 PM	#1
Foggins Restless 1335 Rep 1,031 Posts Drives: M2C Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Dallas & Toronto iTrader: (0)	I Miss My ///M Cars :( So, after owning a few great M cars over the past several years (E46 M3, E92 M3, F80 M3), a few months ago I purchased a brand new 2018 Audi S4. Overall, it is a great daily driver...incredibly comfortable, beautiful interior, AWD, fast, handles well, and surprisingly good on gas. But, it is just a bit...boring. For the M3's I have owned, each has brought with it some great thrills, and I connected with each on a different level vs the Audi. I won't be selling the Audi for a while as I don't want to take a complete bath on it financially, but I am dreaming of getting back into an M car soon when it makes more sense financially.
	Appreciate 4 ando2000.50 lucas.kent142.50 Hedoniste3834.00 jc05e46m3847.50 Tweet Quote

07-03-2018, 07:32 PM	#2
x.shell ▆ ✚✚ ▆▆▆▆▆▆ 6580 Rep 5,304 Posts Drives: ▋ ▉▉ Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: ▆▆▆ ▆▆▆ ▆ iTrader: (3)
	Appreciate 3 F80Dreamer896.50 Foggins1334.50 seis-speed2430.50 Quote

07-03-2018, 07:54 PM	#4
uniqueMR Colonel 1883 Rep 2,924 Posts Drives: ... Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I hear you. Hang in and wait for next M, M3/M4. Its only 1-2 years away. In regard to Audi, S4 falls between A4 and RS4. So not that bad __________________ Currently: '24 Mercedes G63 \| '24 Porsche GT3 RS \| '24 Volkswagen GTI Previous BMWs: 340i, 740i, 745Li, M3, M4 Previous Others: Audi, Ducati, Honda, Infiniti, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Mitsubishi, Porsche, Toyota, Volkswagen
	Appreciate 3 F80Dreamer896.50 IM2C2066.50 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-03-2018, 08:14 PM	#6
jeff@autocouture BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 966 Rep 13,780 Posts Drives: 2002 E53 X5 4.6is Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	the new s4 is a great cruiser and daily car, very different then the f80
	Appreciate 2 F80Dreamer896.50 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-03-2018, 09:00 PM	#7
Germanauto Major General 9703 Rep 6,084 Posts Drives: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Rosso Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: LA iTrader: (0)	Well everybody knows Audis are good at being fast, but soul-less, isolating, and numb cars... My parents had an A6 once and it was nice, especially the interior, but it didn't strike any emotion. After trying a BMW they got hooked and it turned into my addiction as well.
	Appreciate 1 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-03-2018, 10:44 PM	#8
truep287 Enlisted Member 45 Rep 47 Posts Drives: BMW M3 Azurite Black Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Chicago iTrader: (1)	I just came from owning two S4's and it's night and day with the M3. The S4 was quick, stable and reliable, but no personality. You'll appreciate your next M car that much more!
	Appreciate 1 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-03-2018, 11:06 PM	#9
boss2k Colonel 1090 Rep 2,799 Posts Drives: 2021 M2C Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (2)	What's the point of this thread? Are u looking for confirmation that u shud get a M car ? BTW S4 is a a great car and pretty quick and looks pretty good too. I am coming from a S4 too
	Appreciate 3 Dimitri314.50 Super Spartan1553.50 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-03-2018, 11:44 PM	#10
THEROK Major 1268 Rep 1,287 Posts Drives: Genesis GV80 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Gangnam District iTrader: (0)	S4 is in the same league as a regular 3 series. Next topic.
	Appreciate 4 Alpine300zhp1447.50 Dimitri314.50 Super Spartan1553.50 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 03:06 AM	#11
nicknaz Lieutenant General 3187 Rep 10,509 Posts Drives: C6Z Join Date: May 2008 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	Maybe you just need some quality time (aka all electronics off at a track day) to get to know the car better? If it's still boring, just embrace that fact and use the car as a commuter and add a 2 seats sports car to the mix
	Appreciate 1 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 06:12 AM	#12
paliknight fuck this field 2192 Rep 2,605 Posts Drives: 18 F80 CS/18 F80 ZCP/19 M2C Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: everywhere iTrader: (1)	You fucked up __________________ BMW family... for now.
	Appreciate 3 Dimitri314.50 Super Spartan1553.50 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 06:56 AM	#14
Habber Colonel 3515 Rep 2,005 Posts Drives: BMW M3 2024 Brooklyn Grey SOLD Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Canada iTrader: (1) Garage List [9.83]	You are being punished for leaving the brand. Feel the pain and never forget.
	Appreciate 2 Foggins1334.50 KakashiSenpai461.00 Quote

07-04-2018, 07:18 AM	#15
Nicky_do_it Second Lieutenant 133 Rep 211 Posts Drives: F80 M3 ZCP manual (previous) Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	I went from a B8s4 Stronic to an F80 Manual. The Audi was a good car but I got bored of it quickly. I am not sure if it was due to the more linear power curve or the dual clutch or combination of both. I wonder if a used manual S4 (with all seasons) would be fun and worth considering for the winter and rain. I was confident, maybe overly confident, driving in wet conditions. I do miss the quick acceleration from a stop in those conditions. Last edited by Nicky_do_it; 07-04-2018 at 07:26 AM..
	Appreciate 1 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 08:57 AM	#16
IM2C Major General 2067 Rep 5,373 Posts Drives: ∞ Improbability Drive Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: FL iTrader: (9)	This is what you do. Spend next 2 years on the g80 forum and be the first in line with security deposit in hand. __________________ ///\| g87 \| f87 Comp \| g29 M40i \| f97 Comp \| f80 Comp \| f80 \| f30 \| e92 \| tt \| S5 \| e92 \| 350z \| e90 \|
	Appreciate 1 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 09:33 AM	#17
Eumartin New Member 2 Rep 12 Posts Drives: M4 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	I came from a B6 S4. I enjoyed the subtle styling at that time. When looking for a new car, I could only bring myself to change one letter. Plus I really wanted to return to rear wheel drive.
	Appreciate 1 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 12:54 PM	#18
F80Moe Lieutenant 279 Rep 435 Posts Drives: 2016 F80 M3 6spd Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Kuwait iTrader: (0)	Came from a 16' DSG S3 Boring even with stage 2 and suspension mods done to it F80 is so much joy on every single drive
	Appreciate 1 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 04:59 PM	#19
Suds /M Enthusiast 1599 Rep 1,619 Posts Drives: Responsiblish Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lone Star State iTrader: (1)	Don’t start modifying it trying to fix the feel of the car, walk away first. It’s far cheaper, I know!
	Appreciate 2 Foggins1334.50 seis-speed2430.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 05:37 PM	#20
damnitBobby Major 992 Rep 1,370 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 ZCP Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	OP I'm in the same boat. Bought my first Audi (2018 SQ5) and like you stated it does everything well. Quiet, comfortable, fast, and superb quality interior. But still I feel like there's something left to be desired. I'm looking to hop into a used F80 later this year. I usually don't buy used but I figure it will offset the financial loss on the SQ5.
	Appreciate 1 Foggins1334.50 Quote

07-04-2018, 07:46 PM	#22
HoldenMI Private First Class 114 Rep 108 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 6MT Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Detroit, MI iTrader: (0)	Being in Michigan, I'm not really sure why anyone in the south buys a sporty AWD street car. RWD is more fun in everything but snow and ice. Could someone please explain it to me?
	Appreciate 2 Foggins1334.50 seis-speed2430.50 Quote