[Ctothej]

Originally Posted by Alpine*

Just that it looks to be same as backroads car above, mine was 17 May build.

Same as backroads and Alpine. 165 status. 8 May prod.

Contemplating whether I just get a demo M3 instead.

[Lex Templar]

Originally Posted by Ctothej

Same as backroads and Alpine. 165 status. 8 May prod.

Contemplating whether I just get a demo M3 instead.

Personally I would sit tight and avoid the pain when the car does finally arrive and you have an M3. M2 is way cooler.

[M Division]

Originally Posted by WAY

Is yours manual? The thing about the new M2 is that it's more about brute power whereas the old M2C was very tactile. And compared to my very lively new Civic, it is just different and arguably less enjoyable.

It's my auto daily. The new M2 is brute power for sure, and while the chassis is more stable then the M2C and can put more power down, thanks to all of that brute power you can still overpower the chassis and the car becomes very tactile and lively again. It can also transform into a very comfortable cruiser with everyset to chill mode. It's every bit as comfortable as my G42 and as enjoyable as my R34 GTRs. That's what so impressive about the G87, it's dynamic range from cruiser to drivers car with x-factor smiles on your face driving.. and I haven't even pushed it hard yet, I'm still running it in: eg: the car hasn't even been in Sports Plus settings yet, just Standard and Sports.

[M Division]

Originally Posted by Ctothej

Same as backroads and Alpine. 165 status. 8 May prod.

Contemplating whether I just get a demo M3 instead.

Don't do it CJ!!! The M3 is incredible if you need rear doors, but the M2 is tuned for maximum driving fun.

[Ctothej]

Heh fine, I'll give it a couple more months I guess..

The plan was to keep the M2 for 18 months and then move to a 4 door car... this might just bring forward the 18 months timeline but yeh you lot are right - hold tight for now.

[M Division]

Originally Posted by Ctothej

Heh fine, I'll give it a couple more months I guess..

The plan was to keep the M2 for 18 months and then move to a 4 door car... this might just bring forward the 18 months timeline but yeh you lot are right - hold tight for now.

I also need a 4 door at some stage, for now we use my wife's X6 (another amazing BMw by the way)

...If the price gap was a bit closer between the M2 and M3 then perhaps, but for an extra 40-50-60k, for the same platform with 2 more doors is super hard to justify. Its's worth having your time ND enjoyment in an M2 and then go to the 2025 M3 with the upgraded HP figures, etc, etc. I wouldn't be surprised if some M2 tuning will roll into a future M3, M4 also and those cars become a bit more lively..

[Ctothej]

Originally Posted by M Division

I also need a 4 door at some stage, for now we use my wife's X6 (another amazing BMw by the way)

...If the price gap was a bit closer between the M2 and M3 then perhaps, but for an extra 40-50-60k, for the same platform with 2 more doors is super hard to justify. Its's worth having your time ND enjoyment in an M2 and then go to the 2025 M3 with the upgraded HP figures, etc, etc. I wouldn't be surprised if some M2 tuning will roll into a future M3, M4 also and those cars become a bit more lively..

Yep this makes sense. With the M3/M4 refresh, getting one now doesn't stack up - then again, the upgraded ones will come with a price increase I'm sure...

Saw a ZB in the wild today. It was street parked so I got a chance to check out the tires. PS4s!

[Ctothej]

Guessing we're all still waiting? Except the lucky M Division ofcourse!

[Grace]

Yep, my boat is about to arrive in Auckland but all the ports it’s going to have delays so my eta has pushed out a few weeks, so close yet so far lol

[Ctothej]

Originally Posted by Grace

Yep, my boat is about to arrive in Auckland but all the ports it’s going to have delays so my eta has pushed out a few weeks, so close yet so far lol

So close Grace, hope it's not much more of a wait for you!

[Lex Templar]

Mine is still in Bremerhaven, still months away.

[GYRKIN GT]

Still waiting. Patiently. Who am I kidding!!!!!

[Alpine*]

Originally Posted by Lex Templar

Mine is still in Bremerhaven, still months away.

Yeh, what he said.

[J15]

I collect mine tomorrow

[Alpine*]

Originally Posted by J15

I collect mine tomorrow

Lemme guess zandvoort?

Enjoy j

I heard there’s a red manual with CF buckets for sale, maybe in SA, at the moment.

[Ctothej]

Originally Posted by J15

I collect mine tomorrow

Congrats mate, enjoy!

[GYRKIN GT]

Originally Posted by J15

I collect mine tomorrow

Yep, congratulations. Enjoy.

[Lex Templar]

Originally Posted by Alpine*

Lemme guess zandvoort?

Enjoy j

I heard there’s a red manual with CF buckets for sale, maybe in SA, at the moment.

https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/det...gType=showcase

$144,990 + on roads.

[J15]

Crappy garage pic for now, the forum software keeps rotating it.

I quite like this car. In the two days I've had it I've gotten a lot of positive comments, including about the colour which is amazing out in the sunlight. Anyone who has seen pictures and thought it was ugly changes their mind when they see it in person.

It seems a lot more civilised than my F87 Competition. I'm not sure if I like that yet. Not crashing over bumpy Sydney roads is welcomed, but the exhaust burbles that I always enjoyed are much more muted in this car. I'll guess I'll know more once I'm past the run in period and can properly explore its potential.

The interior is an absolute quantum leap over the old car. It feels a lot more like luxury performance.

[Ctothej]

Very nice J15, enjoy it!

[Lex Templar]

Hi guys, I was hoping that someone with a car already could tell me the distance between the rear number plate screw holes. I have a 3 letter NSW plate and hoping it will cover the 2 holes. The plate width is 254mm.

[Lex Templar]

55 days now at status 182, awaiting a ship.

Has been in Bremerhaven since 08.05 (status 181)