G80/G82 buyers, what's your age group?

chicagoguy0822 · 09-17-2021, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by wooblewobble

Awesome that you got the kids' 529s fully funded by 47!

Thanks... a lot of sacrifices along the way make this purchase even sweeter. I'm excited for it to arrive in November!

F80SRT · 09-17-2021, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by chicagoguy0822

Bam! I'm 47!!! I guess you could call it that! Third BMW but first M. Realistically, with trying to put 3 kids through college (one in now, another one going next year and my youngest is in high school) and also trying to save for retirement, I just couldn't justify the extra cost in my earlier years. Now that I am good shape for those two big items, I am buying my first M. My wife basically said "do what you want.... I don't need to know the cost!" I couldn't buy a car like this and have my kids saddled in student loan debt, so my "gift to myself" was once I had the 529s fully funded, I got to buy my dream car. G83 arrives in November!

I'm most impressed with 3!@!!!

I've only got two

the 3rd child adds another Carrera S in there.

Yes, each child full 4 years conservatively is a Carrera S. All private schools, more like a Huracan for each.

luckylingy · 09-17-2021, 07:35 PM

I’m dating myself, I know. The age groups with 50+ respondents range from 28 to 42. In 1995, when I bought my first E36 M3 (new), these G80/G82 owners were somewhere between diapers and a freshly minted driver’s license.

Just goes to show the model(s) is attracting new owners over its six generations, vs. appealing mainly to the same demographic who ages along with the nameplate (thinking of you, H-D). Bodes well for the future!

chicagoguy0822 · 09-19-2021, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by F80SRT

I'm most impressed with 3!@!!!

I've only got two

the 3rd child adds another Carrera S in there.

Yes, each child full 4 years conservatively is a Carrera S. All private schools, more like a Huracan for each.

That's a great way to think about it.... and depressing as well!

Needsdecaf · 07-25-2023, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Jerrod_Larson

Congratulations on your new BMW M! It's awesome that you're fulfilling your dream after responsibly prioritizing your kids' education and retirement savings. You've earned it! Enjoy the ride and the excitement that comes with it. It's the perfect reward for your hard work and dedication. November can't come soon enough! Happy driving! 🚗💨

Chat GPT strikes again.

BEAR-AvHistory · 07-25-2023, 01:48 PM

81.5 Been involved with performance cars for 71.5 years, drivers license for 64 years

samcat · 07-25-2023, 04:56 PM

42, grew up idolizing the M3 and finally put a deposit on my first one, an M3CS!

GantBoi3 · 07-25-2023, 08:28 PM

in the 33-37 age group and will be when i purchase car. looks like ill join the majorty in the mid 30 to mid 40 range....cant wait.

nosbocaj · 07-26-2023, 09:28 AM

I just turned 35. This is my third M car. The first was purchased in 2013 as a 25 year old.

View Poll Results: What's your age group?
< 22	18	4.30%
23 thru 27	39	9.31%
28 thru 32	65	15.51%
33 thru 37	79	18.85%
38 thru 42	83	19.81%
43 thru 47	46	10.98%
48 thru 52	43	10.26%
53 thru 57	14	3.34%
58 thru 62	14	3.34%
63 thru 67	5	1.19%
68 thru 72	2	0.48%
73 thru 77	6	1.43%
78 thru 82	1	0.24%
82 <	4	0.95%
Voters: 419. You may not vote on this poll

09-17-2021, 07:35 PM	#69
luckylingy Lieutenant Colonel 3245 Rep 1,661 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Up North iTrader: (0)	I’m dating myself, I know. The age groups with 50+ respondents range from 28 to 42. In 1995, when I bought my first E36 M3 (new), these G80/G82 owners were somewhere between diapers and a freshly minted driver’s license. Just goes to show the model(s) is attracting new owners over its six generations, vs. appealing mainly to the same demographic who ages along with the nameplate (thinking of you, H-D). Bodes well for the future!
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07-25-2023, 01:48 PM	#72
BEAR-AvHistory 2020 Z4 M40i - 2022 M4C Convt 3131 Rep 5,264 Posts Drives: 2020 Z4 M40i - 2022 M4C Convrt Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Raleigh, NC - OIB, NC iTrader: (0) Garage List 1965 COBRA (FFR rep ... [8.57] 2023 Jeep Wrangler ... [9.50] 2009 Yamaha V-Star [0.00] Cars 2-BMW, 2-FORD, ... [0.00] 2023 Ford Expeditio ... [0.00] 2020 Z4 M40i [10.00] 2022 BMW M4C [7.25] 1998 FORD Ranger 4X4 [0.00]	81.5 Been involved with performance cars for 71.5 years, drivers license for 64 years __________________ Kevin Dravit Gray, Black Leather, Moonlight Roof, Red Calipers 2022 M4C - 2020 Z4 M40i - 2023 FORD Expedition XLT Max 4X4 400BHP - 2009 V-Star - 1998 Ranger 4X4 5MT - 1965 Cobra (R) 5MT - 2023 Jeep Wrangler Sport S 6MT
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07-25-2023, 04:56 PM	#73
samcat New Member 15 Rep 11 Posts Drives: n/a Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	42, grew up idolizing the M3 and finally put a deposit on my first one, an M3CS!
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07-25-2023, 08:28 PM	#74
GantBoi3 Enlisted Member 134 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 23' M3 G80 M/T Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	in the 33-37 age group and will be when i purchase car. looks like ill join the majorty in the mid 30 to mid 40 range....cant wait.
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07-26-2023, 09:28 AM	#75
nosbocaj Lieutenant 722 Rep 473 Posts Drives: 2023 M3 Competition xDrive Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: East Coast iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 BMW M3 Competi ... [0.00]	I just turned 35. This is my third M car. The first was purchased in 2013 as a 25 year old. __________________ Current: 2023 IOMG M3Cx Past: 2018 AW M2, 2010 AW M3 M2 LCI European Delivery
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