Considering an M240i - any info?
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I’m fairly sure I’m sold on the M240i as my next car, and have spotted one to view next week.
They are obviously relatively new so the reliability reports are so far good with various forums saying the engine should be a good one longer term (ie quite different from the 335i engine, for example).
Does anyone here own one and have any info to share about them, any common issues to look for etc?
It would be my only car although I don’t actually need much practicality or to worry about MPG. Assuming I gel with it, I’d look to keep it for at least 2-3 years.
If it matters, the car I want to view is a 2016 with around 18k miles. Too new to bother with a BMW warranty?
Any input appreciated!
They are obviously relatively new so the reliability reports are so far good with various forums saying the engine should be a good one longer term (ie quite different from the 335i engine, for example).
Does anyone here own one and have any info to share about them, any common issues to look for etc?
It would be my only car although I don’t actually need much practicality or to worry about MPG. Assuming I gel with it, I’d look to keep it for at least 2-3 years.
If it matters, the car I want to view is a 2016 with around 18k miles. Too new to bother with a BMW warranty?
Any input appreciated!
Thanks all
That all sounds pretty good to me and reflects what I’ve read. The car I’m looking at is a ZF8 gearbox. I’ve heard it really suits the car so I may have to stop being a die hard manual fan!
Extended warranty being quoted as £645/year which seems pretty reasonable. I already pay the highest rate VED so no worries there.
Appreciate the input especially details on what the car’s like to drive and own. I’m hoping it’s the right combination of power and handling once I try one. From watching reviews and drive tests it appears to tick all the boxes so now it’s just a case of getting out for a test drive
Looks like I’ll call that dealer today to arrange!
That all sounds pretty good to me and reflects what I’ve read. The car I’m looking at is a ZF8 gearbox. I’ve heard it really suits the car so I may have to stop being a die hard manual fan!
Extended warranty being quoted as £645/year which seems pretty reasonable. I already pay the highest rate VED so no worries there.
Appreciate the input especially details on what the car’s like to drive and own. I’m hoping it’s the right combination of power and handling once I try one. From watching reviews and drive tests it appears to tick all the boxes so now it’s just a case of getting out for a test drive
Looks like I’ll call that dealer today to arrange! 
mr sagman said:
Check out the Joe Achilles comparison M240 v M2 on Youtube if you haven't already.. really good insight into the car, Joe really knows his cars and he loves the 240, I'm pondering over changing my 340 for an M2 but everytime I drive it I can't see the point in any more power (maybe I'm getting old) but the 140 /240/340 cars really punch above their weight imo, also if your purchase is built pre June 18 you can retro fit the genuine BMW MPPSK kit which increases the torque and BHP and gives the car an even more sensational sound in Sport /Sport plus modes (also won't affect warranty as its a BMW part) now available for around £850, was originally a £2500 upgrade, best money I've ever spent, good luck in your search you won't be disappointed.
I watched an excellent Car Throttle review of the 240 where they loved it and made a similar comparison with the M2. The kit sounds like an excellent and reasonably priced upgrade, thank you!
Appreciate the follow up comments and interesting about the ride/handling. I had a Z4C for nearly 4 years which I loved, apart from the awful tramlining! They’re well known for such handling woes.
I’d certainly find that off putting in a 240 so extended test drive noted, thanks all
I definitely don’t need 4 seats but much as they’re rated a Cayman is off the cards partly due to age but also the well known bore scoring issues. Much as that may be overstated, I hate the niggle you get in the back of your mind (also owned a 996 and although it was fine in 2 years it cost a bomb to run and I never fully enjoyed it).
It’s the endless dilemma of finding a good “compromise” car! The kind of car I’d love just isn’t really daily enough, and anything that works for everyday driving is of course not really sporty or fun enough!
Lots to ponder as always!
I’d certainly find that off putting in a 240 so extended test drive noted, thanks all
I definitely don’t need 4 seats but much as they’re rated a Cayman is off the cards partly due to age but also the well known bore scoring issues. Much as that may be overstated, I hate the niggle you get in the back of your mind (also owned a 996 and although it was fine in 2 years it cost a bomb to run and I never fully enjoyed it).
It’s the endless dilemma of finding a good “compromise” car! The kind of car I’d love just isn’t really daily enough, and anything that works for everyday driving is of course not really sporty or fun enough!
Lots to ponder as always!
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