Kpro's F87 M2 Journey

[Hornung418]

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I don't know whose car is in the foreground of this pic...but it's cool too! VERY cool.

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I drove another friend's 1M today as well...the 135 blew it away. You'd have to a good bit of the same mods to make that thing fun and then it ruins the parts bin "artificial classic" factor. It looks awesome though. Big fat ass.

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FINALLY got to drive the same friend's E36 M3 as well. Very fun. The common statement that it's a "more raw" ZHP I fully agree with. A little lighter on it's feet.

I'm still really happy with the E92 M3 so far. Drove them all pretty much back to back today and it's really refined compared to the 135 and 1M, but yet still moves. And of course, has the modern fit/finish compared to the E36. But really...my happiness boils down to one thing...a V8 is a V8.

How is Austin's 1M? I still can't believe he bought one. It looks like an insanely appreciable asset.

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[NoVAphotog]

How is Austin's 1M? I still can't believe he bought one. It looks like an insanely appreciable asset.

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For sure. I don't think he went wrong in getting it. It's missing a few creature comfort options, but overall it's a clean example.

[Sockethead]

We're still trying to figure out what direction to go in... Now were talking about keeping it as a garage queen and getting a "beater" for the daily commute.
One thing that is frustrating living here in Charleston and driving performance cars is the congestion is so bad and the drivers are so unpredictable that is just isn't fun driving this kind of car. Kristen works 8 miles from home and it takes her a good 1/2 hr to get to work.
I would love to get rid of the car payment even though it's not that much but I want her to be happy, we'll figure it out eventually...

[san]

Yup, driving a car occasionally as opposed to everyday will definitely make it more special. But whether it’s special enough is another question!


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[Sockethead]

Yup, driving a car occasionally as opposed to everyday will definitely make it more special. But whether it’s special enough is another question!

Speaking of special... we're looking at ZHP beaters too LOL... We already have a shitload of spare parts

[Newjack]

We're still trying to figure out what direction to go in... Now were talking about keeping it as a garage queen and getting a "beater" for the daily commute.
One thing that is frustrating living here in Charleston and driving performance cars is the congestion is so bad and the drivers are so unpredictable that is just isn't fun driving this kind of car. Kristen works 8 miles from home and it takes her a good 1/2 hr to get to work.
I would love to get rid of the car payment even though it's not that much but I want her to be happy, we'll figure it out eventually...

Rob I completely understand the traffic issues. DC isn't much better and the drivers are probably just as bad. I'm planning on getting a beater to drive around to and from work and especially during the winter. Changing jobs soon and the new one requires more traveling. My commute right now is 10 miles each way to work which I'm fine with, but the new job will be a lot more. Really don't want to rack up miles on the 135. I will never get tired of gapping the shit out of other people in traffic when I can though lmaoo

[DeathTrap]

Atlanta traffic probably has both of you guys beat. Which makes having a performance car even more necessary to weave in-n-out of people that are just in the way.

The ZHP is my "beater." Too many miles and too much owner history to be valuable. So I just drive it without too much worry. It's a great feeling.

[ELCID86]

Speaking of special... we're looking at ZHP beaters too LOL... We already have a shitload of spare parts

Hmm. Maybe we should talk.

[slater]

I hate to say it but I think we are at a crossroad with this car. Neither of us are really feeling the love... Can't quite put my finger on it but I think it's because this car has no soul.

dang. totally didn't see this. sorry, rob! this sucks.

i have to say, i was concerned about this when i test drove E90 335's... and while i felt the xDrive cars were a little 'meh' feeling, the RWD 6MT 335i is about as close to 'modern' as i would want, while still having some character. it definitely doesn't have 'soul' like the E46.... especially my Touring. that thing is just pure raw goodness (and i'm going to miss the crap out of it........). but it has fantastic steering, good handling, great brakes, and it does goad you into driving a bit..... umm.... irresponsibly.

E90 M3 would be my choice for you. (heck, i want one too!)

[Sockethead]

Yea that's the way we felt about the 135... seemed like the last car that wasn't totally computer controlled and there was a lot you could manipulate on it. It was a 2008. It had iDrive but it wasn't that bad. I hated the iDrive in the F30 we had.