True confessions from M3/M4 owners - what's yours?

[GrussGott]

Originally Posted by bmw0perat0r

You misunderstand. It is not social anxiety...it is the lame comments one tends to get.

What conclusions should we jump too?

I have people ask me questions almost every time I fill up - 95% are from people who have no idea about cars, but I'm an extrovert so I have no problem chattin people up, and nobody has ever said anything other than complimentary and that includes in Europe: German, Italy, France, Belgium, Switzerland - got questions and comments at almost every gas station there too.

What are these horrible lame comments you're getting at gas stations? Truly curious here.

[ecf34]

Originally Posted by KevinGS

"Awkward"? "Don't approach me about my car, unless I'm at a meet?"

Sheesh! Tough crowd.

Hey I'm just voicing my true confessions. I'm somewhat introverted and don't like surprise encounters.

OTOH, went to cars & coffee yesterday and met some cool people

[Lups]

Originally Posted by mkoesel

- I've only opened the hood twice in 50k miles
- I like the active sound
- I left my roof rack on all winter and f'd up the clear coat on the roof
- My bumper guards are chewed up a bit and I don't care
- I thought Lups had a pretty bangin bod for an ol' lady

Guys this thread could be pretty fun if we just stick confessions and resist the temptation to debate. If you don't have anything to confess, awesome, but maybe just take your upright and righteous self to another thread.

Hey now, you made a joke and I missed it!



Yes, I know. Peter's exhaust was hot.

[hlothery]

OK, really had to hang my head. Was out driving on back roads around San Antonio. It was 97 degrees. Was having a blast, saw a Ferrari, a Jaguar F type, and a Porsche 911 Cabrio on the same roads. Unfortunately, the Jag and the Porsche (both of which were white with tan interiors, like my car) had their tops down despite the temps. Should have removed my golf clubs before the ride, then I could have done that, too! What's a little sweat? The heat doesn't bother me on the golf course, why should I not put the top down? Promise I'll do better next time.

[Lups]

Originally Posted by DBACE

I was a dumbass and left my mountain bike in a position under the car port that when I pulled the car into the garage, it fell on the car.

My dear friend and mentor turned fifty and she decided to have a samba party. I've never been much of a dancer (couples dances).

I knew I had a wild night out with the senior citizens to expect, I wore a pair of shoes my healing ankle did not like (I dropped a big ass log on it two years earlier and that made wearing heels altogether a hell on earth) and I was the dd so there was no way I could've even let alcohol to smooth things over.

Anyway, I kicked off the shoes in about ten minutes into the party and I spent three hours on the dance floor making a fool of myself and my partner. Epic fun, but as a tip I'd suggest to everyone that if you're dancing with anyone whos over 70, make sure they drink tons of water.

I got back home, and I dropped my shoes to the garage floor. Then a few weeks later I was exhausted after babysitting for 15 hours or so, I drove in and I heard a sound that stopped my heart.

I fucking swear to god I always drive sober and especially while parking I pay attention. The sound was like a skull was crashed under the tire. I couldn't even back out again since the crack sounded so bad. I was expecting a headless two year old or anything as bad when I ran to the front.

There it was, my shoe that never got to be worn actually, and all I lost was my dignity and a pair of torturing devices.

I've done some amazing shit with cars you guys can't even picture (beaters that would make you cry is a direct translation) but with Peter I always played nice. That's the only accident I can claim in the 31 000 miles I did with him.

As a conclusion I say that if you do the same, please do not wake up the entire house by yelling ding dong the witch is dead. My kids buried the shoe because I made the shoe sound human.

Originally Posted by infamousdiz

I would get caught with my pants down if i drove it all the time with out euro MDM, it almost bite me in the ass when i forgot i had it off and was expecting it to bring the car back inline.....my butt hole puckered up

I wasn't a fan of the euro mdm either. It was better than the us version but it's still silly to buy a car you do not want to control.

[acudaf82]

I have done some cosmetic mods to my car that some people don't like - and I don't care. I have made this car my own. I freaking love this car and touch her every time I go into the garage. I get up early every Saturday morning and take her out. She never fails to scare me😳, excite me and remind me that driving is one of my favorite things to do.....and yes for me this car is everything I expected it to be and more.....I take her shortcomings with her strengths as good partners do. I feel lucky to own her and thank my wife every time I get home from driving for letting me have two girlfriends!

[Bonzer103]

I tell my wife that she HAS to press the M1 or M2 button upon start whenever she drives (which is extremely rare) or that it will hurt the car. Can't stand the thought of this car driving in efficient mode even with her driving. She called me once in panic indicating she forgot to do this and was worried she might have broken the car

[BigSky702]

Originally Posted by Zing

Can you "Appreciate" an entire thread? This is all awesome stuff.

My confession? I love burnouts (especially in the M4 since they're ridiculously effortless) and I do them as often as I can.

The other day my wife and I were driving on a two-lane road (down in Mexico, of course). I could see about a half a mile ahead of me with no oncoming cars. I could see about a quarter mile behind me and no cars in sight. I slammed on the brakes and came to a complete stop. Put it in Sport Plus mode, turned off traction control and floored it. 2nd gear... 3rd gear... 4th gear and still spinning. Finally between grabbing 5th gear and easing off the throttle, this particular burnout came to an end.

Yeah, I'm likely going to need new rears before the car sees 4000 miles but I don't care. I'm having one fuck of a good time. It's like I'm 17 all over again.

I demand a video, Sir!!!! *filmed in Mexico, of course*

[KevinGS]

Originally Posted by Bonzer103

I tell my wife that she HAS to press the M1 or M2 button upon start whenever she drives (which is extremely rare) or that it will hurt the car. Can't stand the thought of this car driving in efficient mode even with her driving. She called me once in panic indicating she forgot to do this and was worried she might have broken the car

My favorite story of the month, Bonzer. I love it!

LMAO at her panicking that she broke the car because she didn't hit one of the buttons.

You're my hero....

[Xtabi]

Originally Posted by Bonzer103

I tell my wife that she HAS to press the M1 or M2 button upon start whenever she drives (which is extremely rare) or that it will hurt the car. Can't stand the thought of this car driving in efficient mode even with her driving. She called me once in panic indicating she forgot to do this and was worried she might have broken the car

This is ACE!

[ENV²]

Originally Posted by dinonz

I get in my car, power it up, hit M1 (Sport throttle, Sport+ Suspension and Steering), and then fire it up before closing the door. The "roar" on start (ZCP version with flaps open) is awesome and worth sitting in the heat a few seconds longer

Oddly enough the exhaust note of the M3 is one reason I have held back from purchasing one. I test drove an M4 and was really disappointed in the exhaust note. Call me spoiled for driving a 6.2 liter V8 but my 2011 S4 with Milltek on it sounded better than the M3/4s I have heard. There are a few in my area and I can always call them out just by sound even when I do not see them. Especially in parking garage to my gym.

[The_Wood]

I literally just read every comment in this thread, and wanted to multi-quote SO many to share my emotion. However, it's about the confessions, is it not? Full disclosure - I absolutely love my car, and care about its well being to the fullest, despite the following:

-I rent my car on Turo.

-My highest monthly car payment to-date has been -$300, including my insurance premium.

-I relish in each small victory against non-instigated highway pulls against garbage Mustang GTs with the LOUDEST exhausts I've ever heard, and the FATTEST tires they could've possibly purchased/fit on their stock wheels.

[GrussGott]

Originally Posted by The_Wood

-I relish in each small victory against non-instigated highway pulls against garbage Mustang GTs with the LOUDEST exhausts I've ever heard, and the FATTEST tires they could've possibly purchased/fit on their stock wheels.

Dallas

[M3 Geezer]

Originally Posted by acudaf82

I have done some cosmetic mods to my car that some people don't like - and I don't care. I have made this car my own. I freaking love this car and touch her every time I go into the garage. I get up early every Saturday morning and take her out. She never fails to scare me😳, excite me and remind me that driving is one of my favorite things to do.....and yes for me this car is everything I expected it to be and more.....I take her shortcomings with her strengths as good partners do. I feel lucky to own her and thank my wife every time I get home from driving for letting me have two girlfriends!

[lpshikhar]

Originally Posted by Zing

Atta boy! Wear that shit like a badge!

[captainaudio]

I have my M1 button set to the softest settings (eco, comfort, comfort) and that is the mode the car is usually in.

[captainaudio]

Originally Posted by GrussGott

What conclusions should we jump too?

I have people ask me questions almost every time I fill up - 95% are from people who have no idea about cars, but I'm an extrovert so I have no problem chattin people up, and nobody has ever said anything other than complimentary and that includes in Europe: German, Italy, France, Belgium, Switzerland - got questions and comments at almost every gas station there too.

What are these horrible lame comments you're getting at gas stations? Truly curious here.

I quite frequently have people comment on the car when I am getting gas. I had a number of people comment "nice car" when I was at the local Transfer Station (i.e. dump) with the M4. I would respond that it was a great car but a lousy dump truck.

I recently bought a Porsche Cayenne GTS as my "utility" vehicle and winter car. I took it to the transfer station last week and two people complimented me on it.

Is there any status in having the nicest car at the local dump?

[Liquid2.0T]

Originally Posted by The_Wood

-I rent my car on Turo.

How do you live with yourself? I would be a nervous wreck.

[The_Wood]

Originally Posted by Liquid2.0T

How do you live with yourself? I would be a nervous wreck.

Haha yeah, I can't say there's not a bit of anxiety involved, especially after throwing a slew of mods on the car this Sunday

[yaymitch]

I have spent way too much money modding my car and I can't stop finding things I want to do. And then I see what other people have done and it appears I have done virtually nothing compared to many on this forum. The first thing I got was MPE and also have HEX tune. The car actually sounds really good now, considering where it started. Always drive in sport throttle, sport suspension and comfort steering. Have 6MT and love it. Have 18's and love them. Have sunroof and like that too (I actually use it). Although if I had AW, AY, MW, SS or SO I would've gone with CF roof because it looks awesome on those colors. I hand wash my car and had Modesta applied as well. I won't let bird crap stay on the car for a minute without wiping it off. There you have it...

[davem3fan]

I'm perfectly happy with the car bone stock.
When it goes to the track, I know it will need track-appropriate brake pads.

[F83]

Originally Posted by YellowF80

Going 170 MPH after weeks of careful planning:

Probably not doing this again.

170MPH takes balls. Downshifting to 4th gear at 140MPH may take even more balls. Dang you came close to a money shift son!