Buying a F82 M4

aaleksem · 09-30-2022, 01:53 AM

Hey guys, So I'm planning on Buying a F82 M4 in about 2 weeks, I was set on one but I backed out because it has a sunroof (I'm looking for the carbon fiber roof) I know that's kind of a dumb reason but to me I prefer the Carbon Roof. Now that I'm looking around for other options, what is the Highest Milage one I should stop considering at? S55 is a reliable engine but I'd rather be safe than sorry. I saw one with 60k miles but it feels rather high? What do you guys think?

TractionControlDelete · 09-30-2022, 02:48 AM

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Originally Posted by aaleksem

Hey guys, So I'm planning on Buying a F82 M4 in about 2 weeks, I was set on one but I backed out because it has a sunroof (I'm looking for the carbon fiber roof) I know that's kind of a dumb reason but to me I prefer the Carbon Roof. Now that I'm looking around for other options, what is the Highest Milage one I should stop considering at? S55 is a reliable engine but I'd rather be safe than sorry. I saw one with 60k miles but it feels rather high? What do you guys think?

They last pretty long. 60k might seem high to you but check this out for some context:

https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1043508

cotmfk · 09-30-2022, 09:04 AM

The cars can last a long time. It's all about maintenance and history of the car. You can always do a PPI, including leakdown/compression, to help reduce anxiety when buying a higher mileage one. The less number of owners the better. Clean carfax is better.

It also depends on your goals for the car. Are you trying to have it be a collector or quasi collector car? If so, then every mile less on the car is a win. If you intend to buy, drive, and enjoy the car, then mileage doesn't matter as much.

Good luck with your search.

Also - why would you NOT get the carbon roof!? Having that from the factory is really cool, and not something that a lot of cars have the option for.

aaleksem · 09-30-2022, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by cotmfk

The cars can last a long time. It's all about maintenance and history of the car. You can always do a PPI, including leakdown/compression, to help reduce anxiety when buying a higher mileage one. The less number of owners the better. Clean carfax is better.

It also depends on your goals for the car. Are you trying to have it be a collector or quasi collector car? If so, then every mile less on the car is a win. If you intend to buy, drive, and enjoy the car, then mileage doesn't matter as much.

Good luck with your search.

Also - why would you NOT get the carbon roof!? Having that from the factory is really cool, and not something that a lot of cars have the option for.

Because M4 with a sunroof is a bit more heavy than a M4 with a carbon fiber roof, and who doesn't love carbon fiber??😅

Tecnniqe · 09-30-2022, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by aaleksem

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Originally Posted by cotmfk

The cars can last a long time. It's all about maintenance and history of the car. You can always do a PPI, including leakdown/compression, to help reduce anxiety when buying a higher mileage one. The less number of owners the better. Clean carfax is better.

It also depends on your goals for the car. Are you trying to have it be a collector or quasi collector car? If so, then every mile less on the car is a win. If you intend to buy, drive, and enjoy the car, then mileage doesn't matter as much.

Good luck with your search.

Also - why would you NOT get the carbon roof!? Having that from the factory is really cool, and not something that a lot of cars have the option for.

Because M4 with a sunroof is a bit more heavy than a M4 with a carbon fiber roof, and who doesn't love carbon fiber??😅

CF roof is well worth it and correct me if I'm wrong gives more headspace which is nice when you put on a helmet

alex2364 · 09-30-2022, 10:55 AM

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Because M4 with a sunroof is a bit more heavy than a M4 with a carbon fiber roof, and who doesn't love carbon fiber??😅

People that had chipping and peeling carbon roof. This is why I PPF my whole roof!

https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1605798
https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1760069

TractionControlDelete · 09-30-2022, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Tecnniqe

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Originally Posted by aaleksem

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Originally Posted by cotmfk

The cars can last a long time. It's all about maintenance and history of the car. You can always do a PPI, including leakdown/compression, to help reduce anxiety when buying a higher mileage one. The less number of owners the better. Clean carfax is better.

It also depends on your goals for the car. Are you trying to have it be a collector or quasi collector car? If so, then every mile less on the car is a win. If you intend to buy, drive, and enjoy the car, then mileage doesn't matter as much.

Good luck with your search.

Also - why would you NOT get the carbon roof!? Having that from the factory is really cool, and not something that a lot of cars have the option for.

Because M4 with a sunroof is a bit more heavy than a M4 with a carbon fiber roof, and who doesn't love carbon fiber??😅

CF roof is well worth it and correct me if I'm wrong gives more headspace which is nice when you put on a helmet

While we're on the topic of options… consider a 6MT 💪

Tecnniqe · 09-30-2022, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Tecnniqe

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Originally Posted by aaleksem

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Originally Posted by cotmfk

The cars can last a long time. It's all about maintenance and history of the car. You can always do a PPI, including leakdown/compression, to help reduce anxiety when buying a higher mileage one. The less number of owners the better. Clean carfax is better.

It also depends on your goals for the car. Are you trying to have it be a collector or quasi collector car? If so, then every mile less on the car is a win. If you intend to buy, drive, and enjoy the car, then mileage doesn't matter as much.

Good luck with your search.

Also - why would you NOT get the carbon roof!? Having that from the factory is really cool, and not something that a lot of cars have the option for.

Because M4 with a sunroof is a bit more heavy than a M4 with a carbon fiber roof, and who doesn't love carbon fiber??😅

CF roof is well worth it and correct me if I'm wrong gives more headspace which is nice when you put on a helmet

While we're on the topic of options… consider a 6MT 💪

Warning, it squeaks

09-30-2022, 01:53 AM	#1
aaleksem New Member 4 Rep 11 Posts Drives: Bmw M340i Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	Buying a F82 M4 Hey guys, So I'm planning on Buying a F82 M4 in about 2 weeks, I was set on one but I backed out because it has a sunroof (I'm looking for the carbon fiber roof) I know that's kind of a dumb reason but to me I prefer the Carbon Roof. Now that I'm looking around for other options, what is the Highest Milage one I should stop considering at? S55 is a reliable engine but I'd rather be safe than sorry. I saw one with 60k miles but it feels rather high? What do you guys think?
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cotmfk Major General 2042 Rep 6,107 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Somewhere between DC and FL iTrader: (12)	The cars can last a long time. It's all about maintenance and history of the car. You can always do a PPI, including leakdown/compression, to help reduce anxiety when buying a higher mileage one. The less number of owners the better. Clean carfax is better. It also depends on your goals for the car. Are you trying to have it be a collector or quasi collector car? If so, then every mile less on the car is a win. If you intend to buy, drive, and enjoy the car, then mileage doesn't matter as much. Good luck with your search. Also - why would you NOT get the carbon roof!? Having that from the factory is really cool, and not something that a lot of cars have the option for. __________________ When you say impact instead of affect/effect, you are communicating that you don't understand the difference between the two words, and are too lazy to learn.
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