What did you do to your M2 today? (G87 Edition)

cmgbk75 · 07-30-2023, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

I got the head up message, “Mobile speed radar 800 feet,”

We get a free trial of Red Light/Speed Cameras for 3 months.

Although I got a free month in the i4 several months ago and it still works.

JWG80M3 · 07-31-2023, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by cmgbk75

Beautiful. What city does S stand for?

Stuttgart

M Division · 07-31-2023, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by KevM2

They look good! What brand are those?

They are fantastic actually, great quality production, fit beautifully, perfect sound.

They are "Mode" brand. Recommend.

M Division · 07-31-2023, 09:38 AM

Today I bought and ceramic coated ANOTHER set of wheels...

Going to switch out the 936m with the 835m and see how they look..

Will post a new video on the 835s soon

(The 936 can be seen here )

cmgbk75 · 07-31-2023, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by JWG80M3

Stuttgart

I thought you may say the P word.

rons e92 · 08-01-2023, 02:47 PM

Picked it up from PPF. While it was there they swapped the heritage badges, did the front reflector deletes, and tinted the windows. It has Xpel prime XR+ tint, 70% windshield and 30% on all other glass.

I need to move the license plate. They installed the bracket upside down and it's setting off my parking sensor.

Eventuris and AA full system are on the way. After that I'm holding off on more mods until next spring. I had some grand plans, but with the way the economy is going and the business I'm in, it's probably best to slow down for a little while. Sorry to those of you who were excited to see my turn this thing up to the moon.

Kevin_The_Clean1 · 08-02-2023, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by rons e92

Picked it up from PPF. While it was there they swapped the heritage badges, did the front reflector deletes, and tinted the windows. It has Xpel prime XR+ tint, 70% windshield and 30% on all other glass...

The BSM paint looks almost like a dark grey here.

JWG80M3 · 08-02-2023, 04:01 PM

So not quite today, but yesterday….

Got break-in service completed and took a short road trip from Stuttgart to Ulm and back, just on the A8 to feel it out without fear of RPMs and max speed.

My short review…f’ing loved it.

I moved into the M2 from a 2021 base M3 and have no regrets.

For all those that hate the looks of the car - it’s subjective, I can stare at mine all day and never get tired of it. I love the fact that BMW is pushing the envelope on design and breaking away from what so many others have been copying from BMW for so long.

As far as performance goes, my old M3 was also a 6MT. This thing wants to explode if the line in first gear and feels a lot more playful and less stable than my M3 did at speed.

I can’t say that I have much to compare to as my car ownership experience is as follows:

1st - 1988 Subaru XT
2nd - 1987 Nissan 300ZX
3rd - 2004 Volvo S60 R
4th - Dodge 1500 XLT
5th - 2009 Jeep Compass Sport
6th - 1993 Jeep Wrangler Sport
7th - 2012 Subaru Outback
8th - 2014 Jeep Wrangler Willy’s
9th - 2014 Subaru Crosstrek
10th - 2017 Subaru Impreza
11th - 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
12th - 2021 BMW M3
Current - 2023 BMW M2

JWG80M3 · 08-03-2023, 05:45 AM

Sad day today. Turned my car in for shipping from Germany back to US. Won’t see it again for at least 6-8 weeks.

GregW / Oregon · 08-03-2023, 10:19 AM

Installed the Sto n Sho license plate mount (don't have my plate yet). Uses attachment bolts already in place. Plate can be installed or removed in seconds by pulling the little ring on the side. It sets so far forward of the radiators I think it will have no effect on cooling; air will flow around it. Much better than the tow hook mount, IMO. Only for cars without the DA package.

https://stonsho.com/front-license-pl...assist-sns350/

GregW / Oregon · 08-03-2023, 10:38 AM

Finally got to install the yellow DRL kit I purchase from IND back in March. First side took over an hour, second about 35 minutes. Taking out the fender liners is not as difficult as it looks, just 12 ten mm screws. The circuit board is in the silver element above the radiator. The yellow doesn't show up too well in the overall photo, but it is pretty vivid to the eye.

IND's installation video was very helpful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYsoIvPrthc

CodeSlinger · 08-03-2023, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by M2siast

Just to confirm, it uses the bumper bolts already in place to be secured? You didn’t need to drill new ones?
This might be a winner if so! I was sure you needed to drill from underneath.

Yep, just unbolt and rebolt with the bracket in place, really easy and no drilling.

Only caveat is it does hinder your approach angle slightly. But worst case is you scrape your plate.

GregW / Oregon · 08-03-2023, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by M2siast

Just to confirm, it uses the bumper bolts already in place to be secured? You didn’t need to drill new ones?
This might be a winner if so! I was sure you needed to drill from underneath.

Yes it does, so could be removed with no trace.

M Division · 08-05-2023, 10:59 AM

Today I switched from Pirelli PZs on 963m to Michelin PS4s on 825m

Verdict: to early, I need to put a few break in KMs on the Michis but they feel like home as I've been so used to PS4s for years...

The rims, I love the 963s but also love the polished 825s combo with the Black... Tough choice on rims! Will make a final decision once I've got my springs and spacers as to which rim I stick with.

sl0m0 · 08-05-2023, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by M Division

Today I switched from Pirelli PZs on 963m to Michelin PS4s on 825m

Verdict: to early, I need to put a few break in KMs on the Michis but they feel like home as I've been so used to PS4s for years...

The rims, I love the 963s but also love the polished 825s combo with the Black... Tough choice on rims! Will make a final decision once I've got my springs and spacers as to which rim I stick with.

Definitely the 963m's

GregW / Oregon · 08-05-2023, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by D4VE

I noticed the boot floor is a pain in the ass to lift up, so off I went to see what I could find to fix the issue and found some nylon webbing, made a hoop, glued it together and attached to the pop up flooring.

I installed a cabinet pull to lift the floor panel. Vey clean and works well.

M-2'ned · 08-05-2023, 03:17 PM

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GregW / Oregon · 08-05-2023, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by M-2'ned

R&R stock spoiler...

M Performance?

M-2'ned · 08-05-2023, 08:53 PM

No, aftermarket manufacturer. Fits nicely. Easy install.

KevM2 · 08-05-2023, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

I installed a cabinet pull to lift the floor panel. Vey clean and works well.

Nicely done!! I was getting pretty irritated the other day at how difficult it was to remove the damn thing! How can bmw go backwards with some details like this?

KevM2 · 08-06-2023, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by M2siast

Because you’re not supposed to use the bottom for storage in this car. There’s nothing there but the battery. Batteries are usually hidden and not necessarily “handy” to access. Lucky it’s not screwed in.

I’ve had to access my battery before. My F87 is easy to access but this one I wanted to access last week to see where to install my exhaust valve controller and I was surprised bmw decided to change it from that of the F87

aerobod · 08-06-2023, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by KevM2

I’ve had to access my battery before. My F87 is easy to access but this one I wanted to access last week to see where to install my exhaust valve controller and I was surprised bmw decided to change it from that of the F87

The panel is easy to remove if you fold the back seat and lift the edge of the panel by the seat.

07-31-2023, 09:38 AM	#488
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08-01-2023, 02:47 PM	#490
rons e92 60-130 Enthusiast 1912 Rep 990 Posts Drives: G87 M2 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Picked it up from PPF. While it was there they swapped the heritage badges, did the front reflector deletes, and tinted the windows. It has Xpel prime XR+ tint, 70% windshield and 30% on all other glass. I need to move the license plate. They installed the bracket upside down and it's setting off my parking sensor. Eventuris and AA full system are on the way. After that I'm holding off on more mods until next spring. I had some grand plans, but with the way the economy is going and the business I'm in, it's probably best to slow down for a little while. Sorry to those of you who were excited to see my turn this thing up to the moon. Attached Images
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08-02-2023, 04:01 PM	#492
JWG80M3 Private 238 Rep 85 Posts Drives: BMW G87 M2 Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 Ford Bronco Bl ... [0.00] 2023 BMW M2 [10.00]	So not quite today, but yesterday…. Got break-in service completed and took a short road trip from Stuttgart to Ulm and back, just on the A8 to feel it out without fear of RPMs and max speed. My short review…f’ing loved it. I moved into the M2 from a 2021 base M3 and have no regrets. For all those that hate the looks of the car - it’s subjective, I can stare at mine all day and never get tired of it. I love the fact that BMW is pushing the envelope on design and breaking away from what so many others have been copying from BMW for so long. As far as performance goes, my old M3 was also a 6MT. This thing wants to explode if the line in first gear and feels a lot more playful and less stable than my M3 did at speed. I can’t say that I have much to compare to as my car ownership experience is as follows: 1st - 1988 Subaru XT 2nd - 1987 Nissan 300ZX 3rd - 2004 Volvo S60 R 4th - Dodge 1500 XLT 5th - 2009 Jeep Compass Sport 6th - 1993 Jeep Wrangler Sport 7th - 2012 Subaru Outback 8th - 2014 Jeep Wrangler Willy’s 9th - 2014 Subaru Crosstrek 10th - 2017 Subaru Impreza 11th - 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 12th - 2021 BMW M3 Current - 2023 BMW M2
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08-03-2023, 05:45 AM	#493
JWG80M3 Private 238 Rep 85 Posts Drives: BMW G87 M2 Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 Ford Bronco Bl ... [0.00] 2023 BMW M2 [10.00]	Sad day today. Turned my car in for shipping from Germany back to US. Won’t see it again for at least 6-8 weeks.
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08-03-2023, 10:19 AM	#494
GregW / Oregon Commander-In-Chief 2367 Rep 9,022 Posts Drives: 2023 M2 Coupe, 2020 GLE 450 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lake Oswego, OR iTrader: (3) Garage List 2023 M2 Coupe [9.83] 2020 Mercedes GLE 450 [7.25]	License plate mount Installed the Sto n Sho license plate mount (don't have my plate yet). Uses attachment bolts already in place. Plate can be installed or removed in seconds by pulling the little ring on the side. It sets so far forward of the radiators I think it will have no effect on cooling; air will flow around it. Much better than the tow hook mount, IMO. Only for cars without the DA package. https://stonsho.com/front-license-pl...assist-sns350/ Attached Images __________________ Greg Lake Oswego, Oregon, USA 2023 M2 Coupe - Brooklyn Grey/Cognac/CF, 6MT; 2020 MB GLE 450 Last edited by GregW / Oregon; 08-03-2023 at 10:58 AM..
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GregW / Oregon Commander-In-Chief 2367 Rep 9,022 Posts Drives: 2023 M2 Coupe, 2020 GLE 450 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lake Oswego, OR iTrader: (3) Garage List 2023 M2 Coupe [9.83] 2020 Mercedes GLE 450 [7.25]	Yellow DRLs Finally got to install the yellow DRL kit I purchase from IND back in March. First side took over an hour, second about 35 minutes. Taking out the fender liners is not as difficult as it looks, just 12 ten mm screws. The circuit board is in the silver element above the radiator. The yellow doesn't show up too well in the overall photo, but it is pretty vivid to the eye. IND's installation video was very helpful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYsoIvPrthc Attached Images __________________ Greg Lake Oswego, Oregon, USA 2023 M2 Coupe - Brooklyn Grey/Cognac/CF, 6MT; 2020 MB GLE 450 Last edited by GregW / Oregon; 08-03-2023 at 10:44 AM..
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08-05-2023, 10:59 AM	#498
M Division Captain 1245 Rep 637 Posts Drives: G87 M2, G42 M24, X6, R34 GTR Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Earth iTrader: (0)	Today I switched from Pirelli PZs on 963m to Michelin PS4s on 825m Verdict: to early, I need to put a few break in KMs on the Michis but they feel like home as I've been so used to PS4s for years... The rims, I love the 963s but also love the polished 825s combo with the Black... Tough choice on rims! Will make a final decision once I've got my springs and spacers as to which rim I stick with. Attached Images
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