Should I get an M4?

thadoggfatha · 11-28-2020, 04:13 PM

I know this is not the right place to be asking this question but I guess I am looking for an excuse to just get one.

I currently drive a 2017 330i and have had my mind set on a number of cars including the C63s, M4 , M3. Recently found one that I cannot get out of my head... Clearly there will be more power but is the car substantially better/ different than a 3 series?

For anyone that is currently in an M3/4 do you have any regrets and is there any other car you would rather have.

The G80/82 really does nothing for me as I believe the styling sucks(IMO). So the new M platform isn't really an option and the future C63 is rumoured to be 4 cylinder. Maybe I make the move and jump into this M4?

Anything I should look into. I am looking into a 2017 ultimate Package. It doesn't have the updated headlights but this doesn't bother me...

Thanks

RugbyBro · 11-28-2020, 04:30 PM

Drive one

they are an awesome platform to make your own. Very different from a standard 3 series...more powerful and just a lot tighter everywhere. Can be a great daily or track tool depending on if/how you want to build/spec it. C63 and M3/4 are quite different though, so drive both and see what you like. If sharp inputs and handling (and the ability to be a great track platform) is rewarding to you then the M is the way. If pure daily driving, luxury, and between the lights / highway pull speed is more rewarding to you, the C63 will be a better choice. Just based on driving and riding in multiple iterations of both cars.

Groganrocket · 11-28-2020, 04:46 PM

Yes

maddmatth · 11-28-2020, 04:48 PM

Test drive it, see if you like or it. If you enjoy driving and sharp responsive handling sounds appealing to you, you'll enjoy it.

If you just enjoy acceleration but don't want to sacrifice comfort maybe you'd like a C63 more.
Not that the M4 is uncomfortable, IMO it's just a tad harsher than a regular 3 series but that's part of the fun really.

GarlicBread · 11-28-2020, 05:41 PM

They are significantly different from the base 3/4 series. I have a 335 and wanted to get an m4. The bug only got worse until I finally caved. It's worth it the raw feeling of the m4 is significantly different than that of the base 3/4 series. I also looked as c63s but couldn't get passed the crappy interior infotainment system. I recommend giving it a test drive first. Be warned you will want to buy it even more after

Ricostrong60 · 11-28-2020, 05:53 PM

Go for it. There are great deals to be had on an f82. I’ve driven f32s and the f82 is worlds about. I’ve own 2 different f82 since 2017 I’ve never looked back

Cajun1 · 11-28-2020, 06:11 PM

Great advice above and I might add - become familiar with the driving dynamics settings. Probably wouldn’t recommend traction control completely off but definitely experience MDM mode. It still kills a bit of power but should keep you safe. Oh, and if driving DCT, enjoy the second gear pull!!

dallastide · 11-28-2020, 06:26 PM

No regrets. Nothing I would rather have (within reason). Yes you should get one.

Suds · 11-28-2020, 06:32 PM

Drive it, Drive it hard. If you don’t dream about it you don’t need to buy it.
I’m on my second F82. Had a 2015 6MT now a 2019 DCT. These are great cars!

tanmanbih · 11-28-2020, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by thadoggfatha

I know this is not the right place to be asking this question but I guess I am looking for an excuse to just get one.

I currently drive a 2017 330i and have had my mind set on a number of cars including the C63s, M4 , M3. Recently found one that I cannot get out of my head... Clearly there will be more power but is the car substantially better/ different than a 3 series?

For anyone that is currently in an M3/4 do you have any regrets and is there any other car you would rather have.

The G80/82 really does nothing for me as I believe the styling sucks(IMO). So the new M platform isn't really an option and the future C63 is rumoured to be 4 cylinder. Maybe I make the move and jump into this M4?

Anything I should look into. I am looking into a 2017 ultimate Package. It doesn't have the updated headlights but this doesn't bother me...

Thanks

I say go for it if funds are there.. my only regret is not getting a Porsche(completely different beasts)., with that said after owning mine... I love it.. its truly a car enthusiast sports car - so. YES!!!!!! GO FOR IT!!!!... I guess ill have to just save more to get that Porsche cause I'm keeping this baby till the end.. Definitely worth the money! This M is a different experience..

And I say think twice on that headlights.. cause I was once thinking the same.. ehhh??? but now I'm like.. I wish I would've picked up an LCI (might be a mod in the future for me)

Ef80m3 · 11-28-2020, 07:16 PM

DO IT

R N M · 11-28-2020, 07:39 PM

C63 is better in only 1 way - engine/exhaust sound.

F8x platform is great and nothing really out there better for the $$$.

I have had 2 F80s.

M4theWIN1 · 11-28-2020, 08:05 PM

Like everyone else is saying - do it! The car will put endless smiles on your face!

sna66 · 11-28-2020, 08:26 PM

Wrong place to ask this question

six75LT · 11-28-2020, 09:26 PM

no bias here but yes you should

deeldoo · 11-28-2020, 11:15 PM

No it sucks, i hate mine

Slowphiveo · 11-29-2020, 01:20 AM

I'd go with a Prius.

akkando · 11-29-2020, 01:58 AM

Test drive it and you tell us if you think it's different or not.

AlterZgo · 11-29-2020, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thadoggfatha

I currently drive a 2017 330i and have had my mind set on a number of cars including the C63s, M4 , M3. Recently found one that I cannot get out of my head... Clearly there will be more power but is the car substantially better/ different than a 3 series?

Yes. M cars feel, sound, handle, and look very different than a regular 3 series. To me, they feel every bit worth the increased price over even a 340i Msport let alone a 330i. If you want a very high performing, fun, do almost all things car, the M3/M4 are it. You won't be disappointed.

Jim B · 11-29-2020, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by M4theWIN1

Like everyone else is saying - do it! The car will put endless smiles on your face!

+1 It sure does for me!

CT_M3 · 11-29-2020, 12:13 PM

Just go drive one. Then come back with your perspective.

One thing to keep in mind, is your use case. If you just don't have time for canyon drives, track days, etc., a car like the M4 is less appealing. m340i will be more than adequate.

R N M · 11-29-2020, 12:18 PM

The M340i is much better at getting you through stop and go traffic, lower insurance cost, no M tax, better fuel economy, much more compliant suspension.

None of this matters if you value performance above cost/comfort.

Make sure when u test drive - put it in Sport + mode and if DCT, put in most aggressive mode. Then experience what makes M3/4 different than 3series.

11-28-2020, 04:13 PM	#1
thadoggfatha Enlisted Member 16 Rep 45 Posts Drives: 2018 Audi RS5 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Should I get an M4? I know this is not the right place to be asking this question but I guess I am looking for an excuse to just get one. I currently drive a 2017 330i and have had my mind set on a number of cars including the C63s, M4 , M3. Recently found one that I cannot get out of my head... Clearly there will be more power but is the car substantially better/ different than a 3 series? For anyone that is currently in an M3/4 do you have any regrets and is there any other car you would rather have. The G80/82 really does nothing for me as I believe the styling sucks(IMO). So the new M platform isn't really an option and the future C63 is rumoured to be 4 cylinder. Maybe I make the move and jump into this M4? Anything I should look into. I am looking into a 2017 ultimate Package. It doesn't have the updated headlights but this doesn't bother me... Thanks
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RugbyBro Brigadier General 7602 Rep 3,604 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	Drive one they are an awesome platform to make your own. Very different from a standard 3 series...more powerful and just a lot tighter everywhere. Can be a great daily or track tool depending on if/how you want to build/spec it. C63 and M3/4 are quite different though, so drive both and see what you like. If sharp inputs and handling (and the ability to be a great track platform) is rewarding to you then the M is the way. If pure daily driving, luxury, and between the lights / highway pull speed is more rewarding to you, the C63 will be a better choice. Just based on driving and riding in multiple iterations of both cars. __________________ Current: F80 Prior: F82, F32
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maddmatth Major 555 Rep 922 Posts Drives: F82 M4, E92 335i Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: New Zealand iTrader: (0)	Test drive it, see if you like or it. If you enjoy driving and sharp responsive handling sounds appealing to you, you'll enjoy it. If you just enjoy acceleration but don't want to sacrifice comfort maybe you'd like a C63 more. Not that the M4 is uncomfortable, IMO it's just a tad harsher than a regular 3 series but that's part of the fun really.
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GarlicBread Brigadier General 165 Rep 560 Posts Drives: 17' M4 ZCP Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: New England iTrader: (1)	They are significantly different from the base 3/4 series. I have a 335 and wanted to get an m4. The bug only got worse until I finally caved. It's worth it the raw feeling of the m4 is significantly different than that of the base 3/4 series. I also looked as c63s but couldn't get passed the crappy interior infotainment system. I recommend giving it a test drive first. Be warned you will want to buy it even more after
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Ricostrong60 Second Lieutenant 85 Rep 270 Posts Drives: 16' AW f82 11' E92 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Queens iTrader: (3)	Go for it. There are great deals to be had on an f82. I’ve driven f32s and the f82 is worlds about. I’ve own 2 different f82 since 2017 I’ve never looked back
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Cajun1 Second Lieutenant 138 Rep 201 Posts Drives: M4! Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Prescott, AZ iTrader: (0)	Great advice above and I might add - become familiar with the driving dynamics settings. Probably wouldn’t recommend traction control completely off but definitely experience MDM mode. It still kills a bit of power but should keep you safe. Oh, and if driving DCT, enjoy the second gear pull!!
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dallastide Private First Class 172 Rep 197 Posts Drives: 2015 M4 / 2019 X3 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Dallas iTrader: (0)	No regrets. Nothing I would rather have (within reason). Yes you should get one.
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Suds /M Enthusiast 1599 Rep 1,618 Posts Drives: Responsiblish Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lone Star State iTrader: (1)	Drive it, Drive it hard. If you don’t dream about it you don’t need to buy it. I’m on my second F82. Had a 2015 6MT now a 2019 DCT. These are great cars! __________________ 2019 M2 Comp, Alpine White, DCT, track car build, 1/2 cage, AP Racing Brakes & Nitron Coilovers, BM3 Stage 1 93 Oct. 2018 Porsche Cayman GTS, Night Blue Metalic, PDK, COBB tuned 93 Oct. 2004 Audi A4 Avant USP 6mt, RS4 clutch, built motor, Garrett GT3071r "Big Ass Turbo" Motoza Tune Last edited by Suds; 11-28-2020 at 06:38 PM..
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Ef80m3 Enlisted Member 40 Rep 31 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: New york iTrader: (0)	DO IT
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R N M Colonel 3633 Rep 2,051 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NYC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M3 [0.00]	C63 is better in only 1 way - engine/exhaust sound. F8x platform is great and nothing really out there better for the $$$. I have had 2 F80s.
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M4theWIN1 Private First Class 122 Rep 102 Posts Drives: BMW M4 Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Gardner, KS iTrader: (0)	Like everyone else is saying - do it! The car will put endless smiles on your face!
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sna66 Captain 508 Rep 762 Posts Drives: F83 Join Date: May 2014 Location: South FL iTrader: (0)	Wrong place to ask this question
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six75LT First Lieutenant 917 Rep 365 Posts Drives: 2020 M4 ZCP Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	no bias here but yes you should
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Slowphiveo Captain 1525 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 2020 M4 Heritage Edition Join Date: May 2018 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	I'd go with a Prius.
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akkando Major General 5863 Rep 6,635 Posts Drives: 17 M2 DCT LBB,11 e90 M3 ZCP IB Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (1)	Test drive it and you tell us if you think it's different or not.
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CT_M3 Lieutenant 1478 Rep 599 Posts Drives: F80 M3 DCT Competition Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	Just go drive one. Then come back with your perspective. One thing to keep in mind, is your use case. If you just don't have time for canyon drives, track days, etc., a car like the M4 is less appealing. m340i will be more than adequate.
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R N M Colonel 3633 Rep 2,051 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NYC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M3 [0.00]	The M340i is much better at getting you through stop and go traffic, lower insurance cost, no M tax, better fuel economy, much more compliant suspension. None of this matters if you value performance above cost/comfort. Make sure when u test drive - put it in Sport + mode and if DCT, put in most aggressive mode. Then experience what makes M3/4 different than 3series.
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