440i Ordered, let the excitement begin!

[moffat]

New suspension on the LCI 4 series too though.

I've canvassed opinion and it seems to be 50/50 so far!

My father in law has a pre-LCI 420d riding on 19"s so going to speak to him too.

[Billy_Whizzzz]

Manual?
I have a manual b58 engined M140
Definitely get sunroof
And I love the adaptive suspension - I'd never order a BM without.

[moffat]

Auto.... I'm passed manuals now, although I do love them!

[anonymous-user]

I made a similar change last Autumn - went from a 640d M Sport GC to a 440i M Sport Cabrio. Link here - https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=16...

The 440i IMO is light years ahead of the 6 in terms of the drive - and the ride isn't that different, with I think the 440i on 19's just shading the 640d on 20's.

I liked my 640d, but it didn't excite me in any way like the 440i does.

[anonymous-user]

I forgot to add - the BMW Performance pack for the 440i - upping power, different exhaust, body bits, etc - is well worth it. I've seen different quotations on here and at dealers - typically in the £1500~£2500 range. There was only one chap at my dealer who even knew such a thing existed - so it doesn't seem well marketed for some reason.

[moffat]

had ham said:

I made a similar change last Autumn - went from a 640d M Sport GC to a 440i M Sport Cabrio. Link here - https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=16...

The 440i IMO is light years ahead of the 6 in terms of the drive - and the ride isn't that different, with I think the 440i on 19's just shading the 640d on 20's.

I liked my 640d, but it didn't excite me in any way like the 440i does.

Thanks that helps a lot.

I've just added the digital dash and was going to add adaptive but there aren't recognising it in the balloon, so balls to that. I know I will be fine without, but I've entered the world of doubt and what-if-maybe... I've spent a fortune on this car so will live without!

Glad you like the 440i and I'm very excited!!! I've also added the M Performance Power and Sound Kit. I wouldn't order it without as I was really looking towards getting a M4 CP but with the lack of discounts the 440i made more sense. I plan to look at remaps (to 400ish bhp) after its run in.

The 640 is a lovely place to be and the quality inside is epic, but I won't miss it, maybe except on long drives and the mpg. Mines chipped and it's still dull.

[anonymous-user]

moffat said:

I was really looking towards getting a M4 CP but with the lack of discounts the 440i made more sense.

Snap.

I look forward to reading your initial thoughts in a couple of months time. In the interim, enjoy the anticipation!

[moffat]

had ham said:

Snap.

I look forward to reading your initial thoughts in a couple of months time. In the interim, enjoy the anticipation!

The wait is already killing me.

The lack of 440i content on YouTube is also killing me.

[cerb4.5lee]

Exciting times ahead.

[smashy]

moffat said:

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/imgs/8.gif


The wait is already killing me.

The lack of 440i content on YouTube is also killing me.

Same for me re the new 430bhp Alpina B4s (youtube that is not the waiting )

Edited by smashy on Friday 21st April 18:25

[va1o]

Sounds like a very nice spec, Adaptive completes it nicely. Don't forget to post pics when it arrives

[Helicopter123]

Make sure to add the adaptive, it will need it on the 20s.

Huge gap in quality between 1/2/3/4 and 5/6/7 but the OPs spec sounds epic. Hate to think of the cost!

Thinking of going from 5 >3 myself but afraid I will regret. A used 6 could be an option...

[moffat]

Helicopter123 said:

Make sure to add the adaptive, it will need it on the 20s.

Huge gap in quality between 1/2/3/4 and 5/6/7 but the OPs spec sounds epic. Hate to think of the cost!

Thinking of going from 5 >3 myself but afraid I will regret. A used 6 could be an option...

There is a huge gap, hence the Merino leather and individual leather dash - it really does help drag the 4er to a near 6er level of comfort. My 640 has Dakota leather, but obviously does have an amazing interior with the high quality materials. I've also gone for the HUD and digital dash which I don't have now too.

Oh and don't think of the cost, makes my eyes bleed... but still massively cheaper that a similarly specced M4.

[anonymous-user]

Helicopter123 said:

Make sure to add the adaptive, it will need it on the 20s.

Huge gap in quality between 1/2/3/4 and 5/6/7 but the OPs spec sounds epic. Hate to think of the cost!

Thinking of going from 5 >3 myself but afraid I will regret. A used 6 could be an option...

There is a large gap in perceived quality, yes, but in reality, less so. My 6GC looked fab inside but it was as prone to foibles as any other BMW. Loved the car, but, in no way did it behave like a supposedly £70K+ car (I clearly payed waaaaay less).

Some sensible spec decisions on a 4 and you have a far better interior than standard. Although I can't say anything, as I did the Coral thing - which I don't regret for one minute.

In every way, aside for M-way cruising and economy (life really is too short for that), the 4 is better as an every day proposition. It's fun. Which the 6 never was.

Having said that, the latest gen 7 they gave me as a courtesy car was hugely impressive, and the new 5 will no doubt prove to be the same - but fk me, there is a time when 'competency' crosses that line between a bloody good car and fun.

Impressive? Most certainly. Fun? Nah.

Edited by anonymous-user on Friday 21st April 21:46

[moffat]

had ham said:

Impressive? Most certainly. Fun? Nah.

Edited by had ham on Friday 21st April 21:46

Amen

[SoCalDave]

That's a nice looking car and really awesome specs!

[Worzey]

Almost identical spec to my 440i GC. I went Tanzanite blue with white opal leather. White is a PITA but looks great when clean.

The MPPSK is awesome. You'll love it....the neighbours may not be so keen

I love the adaptive dampers (you'll regret not having them) and adaptive LED headlights are great too. The full leather really lifts the cabin. Heated steering wheel is also a luxury you shouldn't be without.

I'm 3k miles in and love every drive.

[moffat]

Worzey said:

Almost identical spec to my 440i GC. I went Tanzanite blue with white opal leather. White is a PITA but looks great when clean.

The MPPSK is awesome. You'll love it....the neighbours may not be so keen

I love the adaptive dampers (you'll regret not having them) and adaptive LED headlights are great too. The full leather really lifts the cabin. Heated steering wheel is also a luxury you shouldn't be without.

I'm 3k miles in and love every drive.

Thanks, can't wait for it to arrive.

I've decided no to Adaptive, it pushes my monthly way beyond where it should be but it is something I'm 50/50 on, I've just added the digital dash too. The money saved will be better spent on some decent tyres!

Not so fussed about a heat steering wheel given my car is always garaged.

I had an MPE on a 135i Coupe and woke the neighbours all the time, same happened with my C63, they've been getting me back with their Macan GTS so all fair

Have you got any pics of the interior? - keen to see it with the leather dash!!

[Worzey]

moffat said:

Thanks, can't wait for it to arrive.

I've decided no to Adaptive, it pushes my monthly way beyond where it should be but it is something I'm 50/50 on, I've just added the digital dash too. The money saved will be better spent on some decent tyres!

Not so fussed about a heat steering wheel given my car is always garaged.

I had an MPE on a 135i Coupe and woke the neighbours all the time, same happened with my C63, they've been getting me back with their Macan GTS so all fair

Have you got any pics of the interior? - keen to see it with the leather dash!!

Here you go

[anonymous-user]

Looks really good!