[Skyscraper]

Originally Posted by KevinGS

Saving for my GT3 right now, and the Market is still performing strong, so fingers crossed I can start looking next year for a 991. But at this point, I really want the 992 GT3, so I'm willing to wait a bit longer to get a 992 with the swan neck spoiler and the upgraded interior.

My G82 is ideal for long trips and for around town, but for pure, raw emotion, the GT3 checks that box a bit more for me.

The swan neck is so cool.
I still love the subtle look of my old RS. And it’s paid off so that’s a win

[maelfyn]

Yeah I've given up on avoiding break squeaks. I just embrace the squeak and try to make them as prolonged and noisy as possible to flex on nearby vehicles.

[The Nerd]

Originally Posted by nosbocaj

Nice review! I can't recommend a set of iSweeps highly enough. They will completely solve your first con. No more squeal, FAR less brake dust (and it's not that ugly rust color) and slightly more bite (on the 2000's). I can't believe I suffered for nearly a year on the stock pads. Should have swapped them out the day I got home.

Not to derail this wonderful review…..but quick questions regarding the iSweeps:

1) Did you order the wear sensors with these or no (not sure why it’s an option?)? And if so, everything still vibes with the OEM system regarding iDrive brake life warnings, etc?

2) Did you install front & rear iSweep pads?

3) Did you have an indy shop do this? Or dealership? And….approx how much was labor for the job (excluding parts)?

[White340XDriveInCt]

Originally Posted by The Nerd

1) Did you order the wear sensors with these or no (not sure why it’s an option?)? And if so, everything still vibes with the OEM system regarding iDrive brake life warnings, etc?

I was going to post a similar follow-up question...thanks!

[nosbocaj]

Originally Posted by The Nerd

Not to derail this wonderful review…..but quick questions regarding the iSweeps:

1) Did you order the wear sensors with these or no (not sure why it’s an option?)? And if so, everything still vibes with the OEM system regarding iDrive brake life warnings, etc?

2) Did you install front & rear iSweep pads?

3) Did you have an indy shop do this? Or dealership? And….approx how much was labor for the job (excluding parts)?

1. No I just reused the old ones. As long as you're careful taking them off you can pop them back in the new ones.

2. Yeah front and rear 2000's.

3. I did them myself. It was a very easy install and I'm not super mechanically inclined. The electric parking brake makes it slightly complicated UNLESS you use Bimmerlink to retract the motor. Then it's a cake walk. It took me 1.5 hours so I'd say it should cost more than $200-300.

[Bimmerfun82]

Thanks for sharing. Do you miss your GTS, or are you content now with the M3? As for the brake squealing, it also drove me nuts on my comp x. The manual M3 I have now - I was super careful through the initial break-in and while they did end up squealing a bit (occasionally), not as bad. And if I pressure wash the brakes well, that seems to help. And mountain drives where I push the brakes harder. Btw I test drove the base 992 and placed a deposit on the T, but ultimately stuck with my M3 - it’s so fast for the money and very luxurious relatively. I’m also not a fan of sitting just above the ground.

[2srsman]

Great write up & what a gorgeous spec!

[bmw noob]

Nice review, glad to hear you ea positive take after coking from a truly amazing car in the GTS.

I just switched to iSweep pads and he difference is night and day to the factory pads. Better stopping (though it certainly isn't necessary as you noted), but zero squeal, and significantly less dust. The little bit of dust that does happen washes off much easier than the oily residue from the factory set.

PM r33_RGSport for what the best options are. He is a frequent contributor on the forums, and is a great person to do business with.

Any other questions, you can find out just about anything you need here, as I am sure you know.

Enjoy the new ride.

[T0RM3NT]

Excellent write-up! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

I can't speak to the lineage of vehicles you've owned and driven. However, coming from the likes of Subaru STI's, Mustang GT 5.0's, and don't laugh, MazdaSpeed3's ( actually pushing 300 HP with mods) as I saved for 10+ years for my baby now, this thing is a dream to drive. I echo every pro you listed and for me, due my peasant lineage, I have zero cons... except for the brake dust!

Thanks again, great review!

[URmyArtemis]

The best way to get rid of the not pdk like 8HP transmission, it get a Manual.

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by T0RM3NT

I have zero cons... except for the brake dust

Brake dust gives me a built-in mechanism for changing my wheel color.

Where else can you get burnt brown wheels?

[Matenza]

Nice review. Thanks for sharing. I hated the fuel consumption at the beginning. I bought the car with 10k miles. After doing another 2k it seems like the car has adjusted itself to my driving style and actually shifts a lot earlier than before. I also experienced this jerkiness that you are experiencing, but I haven’t had it recently. I don’t know if I’m just hallucinating, but it really feels like the car is much relaxed since I am driving it.
I got this machine for the handling and because it was a dream since I was a child. I am certainly not a typical M driver, I manage below WLTP on average. My monthly review is also interesting… not sure it’s something to be proud of, though. My wife always laughs at me and thinks, that I definitely got the wrong car.😀 But, when I get the chance , it is always fun to chase a Porsche down the Autobahn with 250kmh.

[T0RM3NT]

Originally Posted by Bimmerfun82

Brake dust gives me a built-in mechanism for changing my wheel color.

Where else can you get burnt brown wheels?

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by Matenza

My monthly review is also interesting… not sure it’s something to be proud of, though. My wife always laughs at me and thinks, that I definitely got the wrong car.😀 But, when I get the chance , it is always fun to chase a Porsche down the Autobahn with 250kmh.

You’re averaging 26.8 mpg? I’m not sure the app is correct, but how is that even possible…?

[Matenza]

My avg for 3200 kms has been 10,2l/100km. This month is at 8,3 I believe. I am almost getting 700kms on a tank of gas. I must say, that I wasn’t allowed to be very heavy on the throttle, because my diff needed to be replaced, so I got to do the run-in service for the diff again. I quit using this car in the city for short trips (<8miles), the warm up phase is what kills this car’s economy. On the Autobahn it’s really good. If you drive it like you stole it, then you’ll be doing 14-16l/100km. The avg since factory is 12,7l/100km. It was 13,2 at handover.

But, having said so. I think people should be banned from a M-Forum for bragging about fuel economy.

[NorCalAthlete]

Just chiming in to say nice color choice from a fellow Tanzanite / Tartufo owner (though yours looks more like Kyalami? Hard to tell from the pic.)

[G30M]

wait ... wife says it's 9/10 comfortable, that's all that matters

[G30M]

Originally Posted by Matenza

Nice review. Thanks for sharing. I hated the fuel consumption at the beginning. I bought the car with 10k miles. After doing another 2k it seems like the car has adjusted itself to my driving style and actually shifts a lot earlier than before. I also experienced this jerkiness that you are experiencing, but I haven’t had it recently. I don’t know if I’m just hallucinating, but it really feels like the car is much relaxed since I am driving it.
I got this machine for the handling and because it was a dream since I was a child. I am certainly not a typical M driver, I manage below WLTP on average. My monthly review is also interesting… not sure it’s something to be proud of, though. My wife always laughs at me and thinks, that I definitely got the wrong car.😀 But, when I get the chance , it is always fun to chase a Porsche down the Autobahn with 250kmh.

7.3L /100ks? we have a winner here. i can't even get that on my old M340i most of the time (though the app tells me my best drive was 6.2)

well done, you get the gold medal

[Bimmerfun82]

Originally Posted by NorCalAthlete

Just chiming in to say nice color choice from a fellow Tanzanite / Tartufo owner (though yours looks more like Kyalami? Hard to tell from the pic.)

+1
Tanzanite is a great color!

[backslashv]

"clunky jerkiness" is apparently a characteristic of all BMWs. My 2014 X1 does that too. My 2022 M3 as well.

[snareman]

Originally Posted by BIGW0RM

I went from M cars to Porsche and came back to M. But Im leaning towards going back to Porsche. I love my 22 M3 Comp X. But I have a 22 with ID7 and the old screen which I like WAY more than the new tacked on widescreen with ID8. I cant stand how ID8 looks and the soon to be coming LCI headlights are so ugly to me!

It seems most people go to Porsche and wonder why they waited so long. Granted the comparative price of admission might be some of that wait.

[Tallest]

My man got G80 in dark color and says grilles are fine, hehe, well sure, you cant really see them. I am kidding. Im glad you like it, and I think youll be back into 911 again. Enjoy the "sensible" sports car phase.