BMW M240i xDrive G42

Mani59 · 02-19-2022, 12:04 PM

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Beemer89 · 02-19-2022, 12:33 PM

Actually doesn't sound to bad considering it has the OPF filters, defiantly will be making some changes to my exhaust though when options are available.

BMthusiast · 02-19-2022, 12:53 PM

That factory exhaust isn't bad at all, even with factory OPF you can definitely hear the beautiful B58 sing and with a nice little overrun crumble at the end. I know lots of people can't stand in-cabin ASD and opt to code it out, but personally I don't mind it. At 6:24 of the video you really get to hear the (much improved) active sound design and to me it sounds amazing. Yes it's not real but I don't care, it sounds awesome. Put that B58 sound in the i4 instead of the sci-fi engine sound and I'll stop guzzling gas.

spuntyb · 02-19-2022, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Kuato2084

That factory exhaust isn't bad at all, even with factory OPF you can definitely hear the beautiful B58 sing and with a nice little overrun crumble at the end. I know lots of people can't stand in-cabin ASD and opt to code it out, but personally I don't mind it. At 6:24 of the video you really get to hear the (much improved) active sound design and to me it sounds amazing. Yes it's not real but I don't care, it sounds awesome. Put that B58 sound in the i4 instead of the sci-fi engine sound and I'll stop guzzling gas.

I didn't mind it too much with my F80, but shut it off with the F90 as the V8 symphony is just too good to augment imho. This sounds totally decent for what it is imho, especially with the OPF.

NathObeaN · 02-19-2022, 05:26 PM

Can't say I'm interested in the car itself but credit where it's due - it's similar to my M2C in speed, at some points even quicker. Impressive.

M3EATERS · 02-19-2022, 07:31 PM

Awesome Commentary. Riveting.

somberlaine · 02-19-2022, 08:43 PM

Considering the price point of the M240, you get a lot of performance for the money. We are truly living in some amazing times. ICE cars are going out with a bang for sure.

330d Beast · 02-20-2022, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by M3EATERS

Awesome Commentary. Riveting.

Yeah, the reviewer really knows what he's talking about 👍🏽

Robin_NL · 02-20-2022, 01:43 AM

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Yeah, the reviewer really knows what he's talking about ��

AutotopNL do different kinds of videos. They started years ago with the 'silent ones' and topspeed tests, but they also do reviews like this one. Presenter Max totally overwhelmed and excited. LOL.
We are in general not like that(I am sometimes personally, but the Dutchies not so much

) only when 'we' win in sports.....

Cheers
Robin

ryo- · 02-20-2022, 02:25 AM

the more videos I watch about the car, the more I get excited and cannot wait for my car... ugh it's a love and hate relationship.

kmarei · 02-20-2022, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by M3EATERS

Awesome Commentary. Riveting.

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Guys way too chatty

440i6MT · 02-20-2022, 03:20 PM

I don't vibe with the looks, but I can't deny the performance is class-leading.

ASAP · 02-20-2022, 03:45 PM

I had a chance to see one today-

Overall impressions-

1) its very long and large especially for a 2 coupe

2) there are a lot of odd angles

This will take some time to get used to.

SupraCooper · 02-20-2022, 04:59 PM

I'm just happy to see thundernight with cognac

Ronebo69 · 02-20-2022, 09:10 PM

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This my first BMW and I love it

manuelf · 02-21-2022, 02:24 AM

Hm. Why did BMW lately restrict the top speed even further?
In the vid you can clearly see, that the M240 maxes out at GPS speed of 241, which shows 254 on the speedo. In the past the 250 km/h limit at BMW meant GPS/real speed limiter ... this is bad!

Beemer89 · 02-21-2022, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by manuelf

Hm. Why did BMW lately restrict the top speed even further?
In the vid you can clearly see, that the M240 maxes out at GPS speed of 241, which shows 254 on the speedo. In the past the 250 km/h limit at BMW meant GPS/real speed limiter ... this is bad!

I'm sure with time and when tuning company's crack the ECU this will be able to be removed.

Just got to play the waiting game .

Autocross 52 · 02-22-2022, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Beemer89

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Originally Posted by manuelf

Hm. Why did BMW lately restrict the top speed even further?
In the vid you can clearly see, that the M240 maxes out at GPS speed of 241, which shows 254 on the speedo. In the past the 250 km/h limit at BMW meant GPS/real speed limiter ... this is bad!

I'm sure with time and when tuning company's crack the ECU this will be able to be removed.

Just got to play the waiting game .

First Autocross

gp_solo2 · 02-22-2022, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Autocross 52

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Originally Posted by Beemer89

Quote:

Originally Posted by manuelf

Hm. Why did BMW lately restrict the top speed even further?
In the vid you can clearly see, that the M240 maxes out at GPS speed of 241, which shows 254 on the speedo. In the past the 250 km/h limit at BMW meant GPS/real speed limiter ... this is bad!

I'm sure with time and when tuning company's crack the ECU this will be able to be removed.

Just got to play the waiting game .

First Autocross

How did you do? Is it running in FS like previous one?

Autocross 52 · 02-22-2022, 10:51 PM

4th in pax out of 80 cars - 1st in FS

Gavatron1 · 02-23-2022, 05:55 AM

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4th in pax out of 80 cars - 1st in FS

Congratulations! How did you find the brakes on the track? Some say they are underpowered for the weight of car and power of the engine? Driving mine only for road use they feel good even in spirited driving.

Autocross 52 · 02-23-2022, 06:25 AM

No issues at all with the brakes - I have the Tire and cooling package. I'm not sure but the brakes may be upgraded also . The car is very heavy but it hides it well enough . I'm coming from an ND 2 Miata so it's hard to judge too much.

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BMthusiast Captain 840 Rep 666 Posts Drives: BSM F80 M-DCT Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	That factory exhaust isn't bad at all, even with factory OPF you can definitely hear the beautiful B58 sing and with a nice little overrun crumble at the end. I know lots of people can't stand in-cabin ASD and opt to code it out, but personally I don't mind it. At 6:24 of the video you really get to hear the (much improved) active sound design and to me it sounds amazing. Yes it's not real but I don't care, it sounds awesome. Put that B58 sound in the i4 instead of the sci-fi engine sound and I'll stop guzzling gas. __________________ ///Meant-to-be-sent
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manuelf Second Lieutenant 499 Rep 281 Posts Drives: BMW M4 F82 LCI Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Hm. Why did BMW lately restrict the top speed even further? In the vid you can clearly see, that the M240 maxes out at GPS speed of 241, which shows 254 on the speedo. In the past the 250 km/h limit at BMW meant GPS/real speed limiter ... this is bad!
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