Which would you rather (choice between M4's)

[amberzombie]

Hey everyone

I've got a couple of ZCP's on my shortlist and hoping to pull the trigger either by the end of the month or early Dec for a nice Xmas present, and I can't decide between 2 in particular.

These two cars are priced the same. These cars are sold at non-BMW dealerships.

Car 1:
2017 LCI model. Mineral Grey, black interior.
Big selling point is the MPE exhaust, and the Ferric Grey 666M wheels.
Has the full carbon fibre pack including interior, and has the M-performance steering wheel.

Mileage - approx 10,000kms or 6200 miles

Car 2:
2018 LCI model. Black Sapphire colour with silver 666M wheels.
Big selling point is the red leather interior, and CS front splitter installed.
Being a 2018 model it would have a bit more warranty leftover.

Mileage - approx 6,600kms or 4000 miles

WWYD?

[Adcampo]

It might help to include more details about the cars. M cars can be equipped with many different options - carbon roof, DCT/6mt, full leather. Also clean Carfax, service history is car 2 from a BMW dealer?

Depending on the options, I would take the 18' with LCI updates.

[YKIGI]

Originally Posted by amberzombie

Hey everyone

I've got a couple of ZCP's on my shortlist and hoping to pull the trigger either by the end of the month or early Dec for a nice Xmas present, and I can't decide between 2 in particular.

These two cars are priced the same.

Car 1:
2017 model. Mineral Grey, black interior. Big selling point is the MPE exhaust, and the Ferric Grey 666M wheels.

Dealer listed an option of M-Performance rear diff, but I assume that's just fluff (not a BMW dealer).

Mileage - approx 10,000kms or 6200 miles

Car 2:
2018 model. Black Sapphire colour. Big selling point is the red leather interior, and CS front splitter installed.

Mileage - approx 6,600kms or 4000 miles

WWYD?

Option 2 all day

[horsepower_and_hounds]

Originally Posted by amberzombie

Hey everyone

I've got a couple of ZCP's on my shortlist and hoping to pull the trigger either by the end of the month or early Dec for a nice Xmas present, and I can't decide between 2 in particular.

These two cars are priced the same.

Car 1:
2017 model. Mineral Grey, black interior. Big selling point is the MPE exhaust, and the Ferric Grey 666M wheels.

Dealer listed an option of M-Performance rear diff, but I assume that's just fluff (not a BMW dealer).

Mileage - approx 10,000kms or 6200 miles

Car 2:
2018 model. Black Sapphire colour. Big selling point is the red leather interior, and CS front splitter installed.

Mileage - approx 6,600kms or 4000 miles

WWYD?

I would prefer the black & red but the grey having the MPE is a pricey add on. Also are you planning on changing wheels in the future? Which colour do you prefer..... that my friend is your decision but as Adcampo said there are more details needed to a comparison decision

[sappersix]

Assuming all else is equal (per Adcampo)...

My personal preference is the understated Grey+Black. Having MPE is great.

I would only get a black car if it's going to be garaged. If it's parked outside (even in a carport) there's too much constant cleaning involved (at least for my OCD-ness).

[jmg]

I will never own another black car: I'm too anal for my level of laziness to maintain it!

Plus the MPE is a must have on the F8X imho.

[frankiebones]

I have an MPE...i also have a CS lip (I have a CS)...go MPE.

Also, my father always said avoid black cars. The last ride we ever take is in a black car, don't rush it.

[Drj161]

I really like the LCI headlights and taillights. they cost quite a bit to upgrade to if you like them

[amberzombie]

Originally Posted by Adcampo

It might help to include more details about the cars. M cars can be equipped with many different options - carbon roof, DCT/6mt, full leather. Also clean Carfax, service history is car 2 from a BMW dealer?

Depending on the options, I would take the 18' with LCI updates.

Originally Posted by Adcampo

It might help to include more details about the cars. M cars can be equipped with many different options - carbon roof, DCT/6mt, full leather. Also clean Carfax, service history is car 2 from a BMW dealer?

Depending on the options, I would take the 18' with LCI updates.

Both are DCT, both are LCI and both have carbon roof. I do like a sunroof for Spring and Autumn days, but it's not a gamechanger for me. Also, both are from non-BMW dealers so I will be performing an inspection on them.

The black is a slight sticking point. I came from a white 2015 M4 and that was heaps easier to clean.

Thanks everyone I think I'm leaning towards Car 1.

[PKL]

Neither bc they are the two least interesting colors by far. Just my opinion

[AR_Motorwerkz]

Tough choice, but I'd go with Car 1! The MPE exhaust and 666M wheels make it worth it.

[Humdizzle]

option 2

the 2017 car does not have the icon LED headlights correct ? i'm not sure if aus model years are different from the US.

if the 2017 does have the headlights, and you really really like the 666M wheels then go option 1. otherwise option 2 and do a ceramic coating.

[Keebin]

id go 2018 want the ikon lights and less miles as well as bmw dealership.

[xephvn]

Go 2018 for the headlights and interior, both of those items together are worth more than an MPE exhaust.

[2011ninja]

2017 with 6,000 miles on a used car lot

2018 with 4,000 miles on a used car lot

Pass on both...

Makes me think they are wreck rebuild or they would be back at the BMW dealers

[Adcampo]

If they're the same price the 18 will have better resale. More than make up for the exhaust.

At the end of the day one moves you. For me, car buying/ownership is how it makes me feel when I look at it, get in it and drive it.

Like your favorite suit. Just a lot more expensive.