Considering an M2 - Advice Needed

[Dave_T]

Hi, I'm looking for a new daily driver to replace my 3 month old Focus RS. I just can't find a comfortable driving position in the latter and have decided it's not for me.

I tried an M2 today with the dual-clutch transmission and thought it was terrific - comfortable, decent ride, great steering, and decent performance. It also felt a lot more 'grown up' than the Ford.

I very nearly made am impulse purchase today of a well specced, brand new M2 that is available immediately but am have decided to sleep on it for a few days. I am now in something of a dilemma as much as I loved the M2 I am concerned about over supply and the imminent arrival of the LCI. I will take a 'haircut' if I p/x the RS now, don't want the hassle of a private sale, and don't want to jump onto the M2 and find its immediately obsolete.

So do I order a new car, wait for a build slot, and stay in the RS until the M2 arrives, or take the plunge now and buy the current spec M2?

[Dave_T]

Thanks for the message. I was hoping the M2 would have better residuals than average but who knows? I bought the RS originally to replace my E63AMG which goes back next week so I know all about crippling depreciation! I thought the RS would be a good alternative and much less expensive to run, but its just not cutting it. I've never had a BMW but fancy a change from the Mercs and Audis etc. The M3/4 just doesn't appeal for some reason, despite the deals on offer.

I am very fortunate in having use of a number of cars so the RS/M2 is really just my 'station car'. I need something that I can do a decent run in if I need to, is welcoming after a long day at work, and is a bit of fun.

Have not seen any decent used M2s about but will have a more serious look now.

[Dave_T]

Thanks for the warning. Out of interest why are you selling it and what are you thing of changing to?

[Dave_T]

I've not found a deal, albeit have not tried too hard yet. Probably does not help that I need to P/x the RS and values of those are nose diving. Also not looking for Gina either hwich ma not help either.

My local dealer could not offer any clarity on timing to get a new build slot, so this seems like a real shot in the dark.

I do think the M2 is a better car than the RS, or at least better for me

[Dave_T]

AOK said:

Wanted to drop you a message, but looks like your account does not accept them. Perhaps you can message me? I may be able to help

Have sent message

[Dave_T]

Smuler said:

Not sure if it helps, but this was a thread I read on M3 site about a guy selling a new RS. Might give you some idea, or prices, dealers he used?

http://forums.m3cutters.co.uk/showthread.php?t=178...

Thanks will take a look

[Dave_T]

ftypical said:

I just ordered an LC1 for delivery in September.

Small discount.

One thing I learnt: Using my existing car as a trade in, they were more interested in how much tread was on the tyres than the spec. So unless you actually like the accessories you're ordering and plan to use them, you will never get that money back (unless you sell privately).

Hi, did you find it easy to get a build slot? Dealers I've spoken to so far can't offer a firm date

[Dave_T]

ftypical said:

Dave_T said:

Hi, did you find it easy to get a build slot? Dealers I've spoken to so far can't offer a firm date

Yes - I only started talking to them on Friday after requesting a quote via BMWs website on a Thursday evening. They had 2 cars already ordered out of their allocation for the year. They changed the spec on one to match what I wanted.

Thanks for the tip have just filled in a web enquiry, let's see what I get back

[Dave_T]

Hi, thanks everyone for your advice. After dabbling with an LCI order for Sep delivery I've bought an unregistered pre-facelift car which was really good value and will be collecting next week.