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      12-21-2020, 09:15 AM   #1
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Opinion of SPY G82 M4 from older generation M owner

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Thought I'd share a few words about the car after finally getting to see it in person at the Performance Center. Probably not bringing much to the table since there are plenty of pictures of the car at this point. Current cars include E36 M3, E92 M3 and Z4M Roadster.

The G8x M3/4 was the first M car that I didn't understand at all when I saw the unveil pictures, especially the front. It just didn't feel like a very coherent design. Seeing the car in picture somewhat changed my mind:
- The car looks infinitely better in real life, I've yet to see pictures that really captures the car. It has to be one of the least photogenic car I can think of
- I wouldn't call it beautiful/elegant like an E46 M3 or E39 M5, but it does have presence
- My main concern with the car was never the grille, but the lower bumper portion. The car had the CF package. For some reason, I don't see what I disliked about the front bumper in real life, which is very odd
- Car had blue interior with carbon buckets. Blue leather looks so much better in person, wasn't a fan of the yellow Alcantara though. With the rough texture, it doesn't look right to me. It would be better with blue leather and just regular Alcantara
- Assuming Carbon buckets are decently comfy, they look like a must have option for me. Just stunning.
- First time seeing Sao Paulo Yellow on a "smaller" car and absolutely love it. I think this color is going to look seriously on an even more compact M2. CF parts really pop on it.

In summary, I'm still anxiously waiting for the G87 with maybe more "normal" looks, but if a 4 door was a prerequisite for me, I'd consider the G80 after seeing the front end in person. Completely understand that it's not for everyone, but if it can change my opinion a little bit, then it's probably worth for you to see it in person.






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