[BradMX5]

Originally Posted by ajchoi

This car, at least in ZB, is an absolute attention magnet in general too. I’ve had the car for less than 3 weeks and had random people take pictures of it in traffic, while parked, and this morning I was doing a 20 mile drive to chip away at break in miles and two motorcycles stopped next to me on a highway and gave me a thumbs up before rocketing off. Coming from an RS3 that was under the radar I’m not used to this haha. But it’s fun especially since this isn’t a daily for me!


My gf loves the M2 so much she wants an M3 Comp xDrive next. She can’t afford it alone, but in a few years if we tie the knot I could see us sharing one to go along with the M2. If they bring an M3 Touring here to the US we’ll both be selling kidneys to get in line for it immediately

She’s sold on doing the BMW M Performance school too!!! Do I buy a ring or school first 😝

Tell her taking the car around the ring is in place for a ring on her finger. If she takes that deal she’s a keeper for sure.

[beren]

Young people know this car. Came out from having lunch and a sidewalk repair crew were laying new sidewalk. One of them saw me going to the car and ran over - maybe 22 or 23 years old - and knew all about the G87. Same thing when I was exchanging a blue rhino tank at a Shell station yesterday. The kid knew all about it - if he was 19 I'd be shocked.

[NewToM]

Originally Posted by beren

Young people know this car. Came out from having lunch and a sidewalk repair crew were laying new sidewalk. One of them saw me going to the car and ran over - maybe 22 or 23 years old - and knew all about the G87. Same thing when I was exchanging a blue rhino tank at a Shell station yesterday. The kid knew all about it - if he was 19 I'd be shocked.

My wheels were delivered to an adjacent building and I was having a hard time getting someone to open it so I could grab them. A young guy came out and helped me open the door. When he asked what they were for I said M2 and he asked G87 or F87….

[eluded]

Marriage license first, preferably with a solid prenuptial agreement.

Originally Posted by ajchoi

Do I buy a ring or school first 😝

[T-Rexx]

Originally Posted by Justin.Es_

So I kept my purchase under tight wraps. As much as the anticipation was burning I didn’t want to tell anyone and risk having someone talk me out of it. It’s one of the most expensive purchases I’ve made and living in NYC it’s definitely not practical. I knew all that before going in. Told my brother and that’s it. We spend the next months waiting and looking at mods, wheels, aero, everything. I think we watched every G87 video on YouTube at this point.

So the day comes. My brothers with me to receive the car, it’s stunning. He’s more over the moon than even I am. I fill out the paperwork and drive to my parents house. I flash the keys to my dad, he assumes it’s a loaner, runs outside to see the car in all it’s glory and he has this big smile on his face. He couldn’t believe it and he’s more excited and proud of me than I could have imagined, he hops in the drivers seat and takes it for a ride. Even happier than I opted for the 6MT. Constantly telling me how great of a car it is.

My dads all about practicality, and discipline. He has his own toys but the fact that he can go from driving his E63 M6 and prefer the G87 and compliment me on it felt relaxing and far from the reaction I expected. It brought us together and was a nice bonding experience for us. He’s even considering putting an order in. We’ll see about that.

Something about keeping it a secret for fear of scrutiny and then recieving such warm reactions from family made it feel so much more special.

I’m wondering if anyone else had a similar reaction from family and friends.

Beautiful story mate, very similar to mine!
So so nice to hear about humble people that dream about a personal passion, and then to finally achieve it!!!
Even better that your family was so proud of you!
Thanks for sharing mate!

[T-Rexx]

Originally Posted by BroDoze

Yes - in a similar situation right now, and have been in the past.
Lost Dad earlier this year, so not exactly the same. But friends, coworkers, Mom etc - same.

I thought I was going to keep it a secret from the wife too, but she sniffed it out, and surprisingly wanted to be part of getting “our” new car.

I was thinking “What’s this “our” nonsense..”

Hahaha “our car”? Thats a massive red flag

[T-Rexx]

Originally Posted by BradMX5

I was raised by my grandmother who has named me her favorite of all of her children lol.

She’s always been on me about finances and just wants the best for me in life, constantly on me about making good choices and saving so I can have a happy future.

I told her the moment I walked out of the dealership that I put a deposit down on a car then sent her pics and some info on it.

She was very excited and said I deserve this for myself, she then went into a long story telling me that she’s the reason why I get speeding tickets and love cars. She’s had a wide range of cars over her years.
80’s Celica, 914, 924, 944 Porsches. 240, 260, 280 Zs. She recently turned 80 and still cruises around in her 2008 Bullitt edition mustang and chuckles every time she sets off someone’s alarm when driving by.

So now I get her asking every day if I’ve got an update on my order making the waiting process feel like it’s taking even longer lol

Best grandma ever!

[T-Rexx]

Originally Posted by Ronin76

Man, these are great stories and kind of makes you realize that regardless of our backgrounds we all have some pretty awesome similar experiences. Who would have thoughts this coming out of a car forum.

So good to hear humble people achieve their dream. Especially when their journey and dream is so similar to mine

[ajchoi]

Originally Posted by T-Rexx

So good to hear humble people achieve their dream. Especially when their journey and dream is so similar to mine

10-15 years ago I never thought I’d be able to own a car remotely close to this. I thought my ceiling was going to be something like a Golf R. Feels pretty awesome to be here.

[T-Rexx]

Originally Posted by ajchoi

10-15 years ago I never thought I’d be able to own a car remotely close to this. I thought my ceiling was going to be something like a Golf R. Feels pretty awesome to be here.

Good for you mate!
I am/was in the exact same situation as you (Check out my thread under ‘general’, “after being an M fan my whole life, 40 something years later…….”).

And yes, it feels amazing, ENJOY!!!

[ajchoi]

Originally Posted by T-Rexx

Good for you mate!
I am/was in the exact same situation as you (Check out my thread under ‘general’, “after being an M fan my whole life, 40 something years later…….”).

And yes, it feels amazing, ENJOY!!!

You too man! It's honestly pretty exciting to be at that level when you get there. I know, I should be doing better things with my money but we're only on this earth for what might be a pretty short time and I'd like to enjoy the things I love while I am!

[NewToM]

Originally Posted by ajchoi

You too man! It's honestly pretty exciting to be at that level when you get there. I know, I should be doing better things with my money but we're only on this earth for what might be a pretty short time and I'd like to enjoy the things I love while I am!

I have to walk the balance of keeping wife happy while also upgrade car I have to find excuses to drive lol.

[BradMX5]

My stipulations were it had to be something with 4 seats since every two seater was getting shot down. Not my fault the M2 happened to check all my boxes

She’s not happy about the price but I told her it’s the cost of having two extra seats

[T-Rexx]

Originally Posted by NewToM

I have to walk the balance of keeping wife happy while also upgrade car I have to find excuses to drive lol.

Hahahaha I can relate!

[T-Rexx]

Originally Posted by BradMX5

My stipulations were it had to be something with 4 seats since every two seater was getting shot down. Not my fault the M2 happened to check all my boxes

She’s not happy about the price but I told her it’s the cost of having two extra seats

Well played sir!

[T-Rexx]

Originally Posted by ajchoi

You too man! It's honestly pretty exciting to be at that level when you get there. I know, I should be doing better things with my money but we're only on this earth for what might be a pretty short time and I'd like to enjoy the things I love while I am!

Life is short my friend, and there are no guarantees on this crazy ride.
Enjoy as best you can and make it count.

[Mike_H_]

Originally Posted by NewToM

A friend of hers from Brazil visiting and we were taking Malibu Canyon and the friend threw up in her sweatshirt lol….

Props to her friend for having the mental wherewithal to use her sweatshirt instead of spewing all over your interior.

[RootsTootsMagoots]

Mine is in black. I get comments all the time which is surprising to me. The Camero, Mustang, and Dodge guys frequently give me thumbs ups and "okay" signs. I had a kid pull up behind me when I was backing out of the dentist and asked me to rev it. A guy in Subaru in the McD's drive through was taking pictures of it. A young guy in traffic was filming it the other day.

I never thought this car would get so much attention.