M4 - Too much for first "Fast car"

[LyNx__]

First Post, so go easy on me.

I'm 45, starting my mid live and would like an M4. I currently drive a T5 camper so this will be some upgrade.

Honestly, is the M4 going to be too much of an upgrade seeing I'm use to driving a FWD tank? I've not really had
a proper car, apart from an MR2 for a year (Sold due to size), and few 1.4 - 1.6 "wife’s" cars ;o((. Been driving for over 20 years, I know
that doesn't add much as I could be a crap driver, but I think I'm more of the sensible one. Had a good day in my brothers 440i the other week with no issues and I wasn't hanging around on open roads, junctions etc.

I've just tried to get an insurance quote from Brentarce and they wouldn't touch me without more experience with RWD cars, this is
what's got me thinking the car maybe too much.

I don't have a heavy right foot but would like to test the power leaving London down the M4, but I can see myself "trying" to stick to the speed limited where necessary.

What's the views here, find myself something easier to control and work up or go for it and take it steady? Anyone with the same limited RWD experience now with an M3/M4 who can add an comment?

LyNx__

Edited by LyNx__ on Thursday 30th March 10:45

[LyNx__]

Thanks for the input people.

I think it's cleared my head enough to still push for the M4.

Seen a few SH models around which look a good price/spec and also getting prices for a new order.

Will update once I know what's going on.

[LyNx__]

Thanks.

Going to look at one tomorrow, 2017 with 100 miles, Comp pack in the light blue. If
everything looks good, then I may push the button.

[LyNx__]

It's loaded with the comp pack, at £53k and i'm going to push for an extra 3k off and hopefully a service pack. I'll shake his hand there and then if so.

[LyNx__]

Dont have full spec if front of me i think it'll be hitting the £66k mark. If that is the case, should i be pushing for more discount? Prereg but new.

[LyNx__]

Thanks for the all the input, still on the fence on this but then....

....Sod it, only gone and bought a New M4!! (Well, month old with less than 50 miles on the clock).

Pick her up tomorrow ;o)). Had a test drive, lovely and will be taking it steady to start with. Booking into an advanced
driving course and a few track days to get more experience.

If you see a Yas Marina Blue M4 around the Swindon area, it could be me!!!

Edited by LyNx__ on Thursday 6th April 15:13