Sell M3 or M2?

[M2withACC]

Hey folks,

2015 M3 ( 2014 Feb build ) MDCT
This car was originally from Germany and it was exported to Taiwan. It is fully loaded except the steering wheel warmer, rear seat warmer and the ceramic. I picked her up with 7225 miles 6 months ago. Currently I have 9200 miles. It has been flawless. It is not a local car so I don't have any warranty.

2017 M2 ( 2016 Aug build ) MDCT
I waited 11 months until this baby M arrived, I picked her up 5 months ago and the current mileage is 1100 miles. It was build exact the way I wanted and it is a local BMW car so I get 3 years warranty.

M3:
more appealing stance
more luxuries options
more expensive look and feel
more pratical
faster once over 60miles/h
you can't beat Yas Marina Blue
doesn't sound good even with Akrapovic Evo while I am inside the car

M2:
more fun to drive
i like the nimbleness
i like the body control
it sounds better than M3/M4's S55 ( stock )
if M2 is my only car, it feels too kiddish imo
i dislike the cheap plastic
i like it because I bought it brand new


M3 Mods list:
MP steering wheel
MP kidney grill
MP rear spoiler
MP floor mats F/R
MP side grill and badge
MP splitter
MP side blades with decals
MP diffuser
LCi tail lights
Akrapovic Evolution w/ carbon tips
TWS 20” PSS
Eibach Springs

No mods on M2

any feedbacks would be appreciated!

[dmk08]

Sell them both and get an 18 M3 LCI 2.0 which won't be outdated til the G series IMO.

[dzvero]

Keep M2

[theriz]

Keep the M3. M2's will be a dime a dozen in the next 3 years.

[dmk08]

Originally Posted by theriz

Keep the M3. M2's will be a dime a dozen in the next 3 years.

That and the interior is worse than my X1 X Line..

[KevinM]

Hard decision, but I'd keep the one with the warranty...

[Acturater]

I like to go by the regret-o-meter. For example, if you kept the M2 and saw a Yas M3 on the street, how much would you regret it? If you kept the M3 instead, would you regret your decision seeing someone else in their M2?

I don't know your particular situation, but I suspect the regret factor will be larger if you let go of the M3. Go with your gut.

[RobC2]

Originally Posted by Acturater

I like to go by the regret-o-meter. For example, if you kept the M2 and saw a Yas M3 on the street, how much would you regret it? If you kept the M3 instead, would you regret your decision seeing someone else in their M2?

I don't know your particular situation, but I suspect the regret factor will be larger if you let go of the M3. Go with your gut.

I do this all the time. Unfortunately, it always leads me to buying the more expensive one of whatever I am comparing.

[RobC2]

As far as which one to keep, I prefer the M3, but I also prefer new cars with a warranty. I agree with others, it is a tough choice. How does the resale value of each compare there?

[M2withACC]

Originally Posted by RobC2

As far as which one to keep, I prefer the M3, but I also prefer new cars with a warranty. I agree with others, it is a tough choice. How does the resale value of each compare there?

I just did a search, M2's price will definitely be better since there aren't many around. It is still fairly new and there are still quite a lot of folks who are still on the waiting list.

[jpdchicago]

Sell both and get the M4 CS (July)

[RobC2]

Originally Posted by europeankar

I just did a search, M2's price will definitely be better since there aren't many around. It is still fairly new and there are still quite a lot of folks who are still on the waiting list.

Sounds like M3 is the winner here as we know the M2 hype is not going to last forever. Maybe with the difference you can seek some type of a warranty (don't know the options there) or just set some aside and "self-insure" against future repairs. The M3 is definitely nicer, faster, and more practical on top of that. Good luck either way!

[Buschy]

What can you do in the M3 that you cannot do in the M2 (alot)
What can you do in the M2 that you cannot do in the M3 not much if anything.)

[mc3456]

Sell them both an get yourself an Alfa Giulia Quadrifoglio in you want something more exotic and exclusive. Pretty fantastic car!

If you prefer to remain a loyal to BMW owner, keep the M3. It's a better overall car. The M2 is fun, but just not in the same league. It really isn't! The M3 can be just as nimble if you manhandle it more. It needs to be driven harder to get peak performance out of the platform.

[Super Spartan]

Originally Posted by europeankar

Hey folks,

2015 M3 ( 2014 Feb build ) MDCT
This car was originally from Germany and it was exported to Taiwan. It is fully loaded except the steering wheel warmer, rear seat warmer and the ceramic. I picked her up with 7225 miles 6 months ago. Currently I have 9200 miles. It has been flawless. It is not a local car so I don't have any warranty.

2017 M2 ( 2016 Aug build ) MDCT
I waited 11 months until this baby M arrived, I picked her up 5 months ago and the current mileage is 1100 miles. It was build exact the way I wanted and it is a local BMW car so I get 3 years warranty.

M3:
more appealing stance
more luxuries options
more expensive look and feel
more pratical
faster once over 60miles/h
you can't beat Yas Marina Blue
doesn't sound good even with Akrapovic Evo while I am inside the car

M2:
more fun to drive
i like the nimbleness
i like the body control
it sounds better than M3/M4's S55 ( stock )
if M2 is my only car, it feels too kiddish imo
i dislike the cheap plastic
i like it because I bought it brand new


M3 Mods list:
MP steering wheel
MP kidney grill
MP rear spoiler
MP floor mats F/R
MP side grill and badge
MP splitter
MP side blades with decals
MP diffuser
LCi tail lights
Akrapovic Evolution w/ carbon tips
TWS 20” PSS
Eibach Springs

No mods on M2

any feedbacks would be appreciated!

M3 does NOT look better than the M2. With that said, I'd keep the M2 over the M3 as it's more fun and nimble as you said.

If those were my cars, I would sell both and get the M4 2018 LCI. The best of both worlds, has all the luxury features which you miss from the M2, IS more powerful than the M2 especially if you go with the Competition Pack, and with the LCI updates, looks better.

[nicknaz]

sell em both and get a Porsche

kidding, keep the M3 as a family car

[Brindle101]

Originally Posted by europeankar

Hey folks,

2015 M3 ( 2014 Feb build ) MDCT
This car was originally from Germany and it was exported to Taiwan. It is fully loaded except the steering wheel warmer, rear seat warmer and the ceramic. I picked her up with 7225 miles 6 months ago. Currently I have 9200 miles. It has been flawless. It is not a local car so I don't have any warranty.

2017 M2 ( 2016 Aug build ) MDCT
I waited 11 months until this baby M arrived, I picked her up 5 months ago and the current mileage is 1100 miles. It was build exact the way I wanted and it is a local BMW car so I get 3 years warranty.

M3:
more appealing stance
more luxuries options
more expensive look and feel
more pratical
faster once over 60miles/h
you can't beat Yas Marina Blue
doesn't sound good even with Akrapovic Evo while I am inside the car

M2:
more fun to drive
i like the nimbleness
i like the body control
it sounds better than M3/M4's S55 ( stock )
if M2 is my only car, it feels too kiddish imo
i dislike the cheap plastic
i like it because I bought it brand new


M3 Mods list:
MP steering wheel
MP kidney grill
MP rear spoiler
MP floor mats F/R
MP side grill and badge
MP splitter
MP side blades with decals
MP diffuser
LCi tail lights
Akrapovic Evolution w/ carbon tips
TWS 20” PSS
Eibach Springs

No mods on M2

any feedbacks would be appreciated!

Keep the m3, it's a better car, and over time bmw is going to make plenty of m2's!!

[dr.mba]

Another vote for the M3

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[auf Deutsch]

http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1366228

These comparison threads posted on both competitors' boards make me laugh. Who would've thought biased responses would reign supreme?

OP, go with your gut. Screw everyone else.

[megacondenser]

sell both buy 911