[Hotflare]

Do you guys regret it? Plan to let one go over the other? Or keep both?

I want to keep my 6mt F80 for a track toy (dedicated) and dd a G80 individual comp .. but I feel like they are too similar to justify keeping the F80. Other choices would be a C7/C8 Z06, or a GTR.

[GleanStrateShady]

I own both. I have a unique F80 M3 Edition Velocity. It only came in DCT. I love the way it delivers the power, and it’s a hoot to drive. I almost traded in the F80, but the automatic G80 just was not satisfying to drive. So, I ended up with the manual transmission.

It is the best way to enjoy the G80. It’s luxurious, yet I can row through the gears. IMO, they are two different animals. I can’t say the same for your 6MT. It’s one I never got to experience. I am glad I kept both. My 6MT G80 is an excellent daily driver.

If I had to get rid of one, it would be the G80 hands down. The F80 feels better built from the way the engine idles, to having which I didn’t care then, but has shades that extend and I have heated rear seats in the F80. Also, my F80 stock has the same horsepower as the G80.

[JPM-3]

Originally Posted by degooseman

my F80 stock has the same horsepower as the G80.

How is this true?

[forza1976]

Originally Posted by JPM-3

How is this true?

Agreed. Best I can tell from the velocity edition is expensive paint and stickers. So I’d assume the f80 has 444hp and the g80 has 470hp…

[GleanStrateShady]

Originally Posted by JPM-3

How is this true?

Hello, I am not sure, but I had went to Wiesbaden to see one of the best mechanics in Germany. Who specializes in M car maintenance and upgrades. He said the models that were sold in Germany the velocity’s were stock 480.

Attached is a picture of the G80 up top and the F80 at the bottom. I have a friend with the G82 Competition. His reads 503 HP compared to my manual.

[CadHater]

Originally Posted by degooseman

Hello, I am not sure, but I had went to Wiesbaden to see one of the best mechanics in Germany. Who specializes in M car maintenance and upgrades. He said the models that were sold in Germany the velocity’s were stock 480.

Attached is a picture of the G80 up top and the F80 at the bottom. I have a friend with the G82 Competition. His reads 503 HP compared to my manual. Attachment 2641707

Those displays are not to be used as an actual representation of the vehicles power. It's just a display that gives you a sporty feel.

[heavyD^2]

Originally Posted by degooseman

Hello, I am not sure, but I had went to Wiesbaden to see one of the best mechanics in Germany. Who specializes in M car maintenance and upgrades. He said the models that were sold in Germany the velocity’s were stock 480.

Attached is a picture of the G80 up top and the F80 at the bottom. I have a friend with the G82 Competition. His reads 503 HP compared to my manual. Attachment 2641707

Umm yeah...

[GleanStrateShady]

Originally Posted by CadHater

Those displays are not to be used as an actual representation of the vehicles power. It's just a display that gives you a sporty feel.

Word thanks!

Congrats on the 2022 xDrive M3.

[TrentMeister]

Originally Posted by degooseman

I own both. I have a unique F80 M3 Edition Velocity. It only came in DCT. I love the way it delivers the power, and it's a hoot to drive. I almost traded in the F80, but the automatic G80 just was not satisfying to drive. So, I ended up with the manual transmission.

It is the best way to enjoy the G80. It's luxurious, yet I can row through the gears. IMO, they are two different animals. I can't say the same for your 6MT. It's one I never got to experience. I am glad I kept both. My 6MT G80 is an excellent daily driver.

If I had to get rid of one, it would be the G80 hands down. The F80 feels better built from the way the engine idles, to having which I didn't care then, but has shades that extend and I have heated rear seats in the F80. Also, my F80 stock has the same horsepower as the G80.

Lol @ f80 built better

[heavyD^2]

Originally Posted by TrentMeister

Lol @ f80 built better

I like the F8x but when you fire up a Competition model from cold it kind of sounds like a bit of a junker with all the rattles and pings.

[GleanStrateShady]

Originally Posted by TrentMeister

Lol @ f80 built better

LOL, yes, the 2018 F80 Competition Pack. The G80 is in its first year, so it is understandable. I am sure it will improve over the next few years.

[TrentMeister]

Originally Posted by GleanStrateShady

LOL, yes, the 2018 F80 Competition Pack. The G80 is in its first year, so it is understandable. I am sure it will improve over the next few years.

You have no idea what you're talking about.

[GleanStrateShady]

Originally Posted by TrentMeister

You have no idea what you're talking about.

I do actually, I own both. Your silly!

[Patton250]

Originally Posted by GleanStrateShady

I do actually, I own both. Your silly!

Before I put my order in for the G80 I tried very hard to buy an F80. I test drove many of them and put many miles on a couple. I just cannot get over how rough driving they were, how stiff and uncomfortable the suspension was and the final straw that made up my mind to not buy one was it wasn’t even as fast as my Mercedes C450. I’m telling you this my friend there’s no way it’s even close to as fast as the G80. Not stock. It’s not even in the same league. I do agree with you that they are two completely different animals. The F80 is harsh driving in comfort mode and sports mode. The G80 is very comfortable and daily drivable in comfort mode. Now I don’t think the F80 is beautiful looking. But I also think the G80 too. So there you go.

[TrentMeister]

Originally Posted by GleanStrateShady

I do actually, I own both. Your silly!

Lmao that doesn't mean you know what you're talking about

[02M3ForMe]

Originally Posted by GleanStrateShady

LOL, yes, the 2018 F80 Competition Pack. The G80 is in its first year, so it is understandable. I am sure it will improve over the next few years.

This can be considered subjective, but I find the difference in quality between the generations pretty stark. From the much improved screens and hi-tech cluster, to the M1/M2 button execution, to the start button, to the key itself, to the HUD, to the ambient lighting, to the power lift gate, to the interior door cards, to the CF on the steering wheel, to the sounds of the car at startup, and finally the seats with improved-durability soft leather and strategically placed Alcantara … I don’t see how the F80 competes with the G80 in quality (though the F80 is excellent for its time). The G80 is a significant step up.

As far as power is concerned, the G80 6MT is pretty close to the F80 ZCP on paper (same torque, +30hp), though it puts down its power better practically everywhere. It will feel slower in low RPM, daily driver situations (especially compared to the tighter geared DCT F80). The G80 Competition is where distance is really put on the old generation. Both the Base and Competition with feel like a step forward in Comfort suspension tuning and steering and handling at higher limits.

[Hotflare]

Originally Posted by 02M3ForMe

This can be considered subjective, but I find the difference in quality between the generations pretty stark. From the much improved screens and hi-tech cluster, to the M1/M2 button execution, to the start button, to the key itself, to the HUD, to the ambient lighting, to the power lift gate, to the interior door cards, to the CF on the steering wheel, to the sounds of the car at startup, and finally the seats with improved-durability soft leather and strategically placed Alcantara … I don’t see how the F80 competes with the G80 in quality (though the F80 is excellent for its time). The G80 is a significant step up.

As far as power is concerned, the G80 6MT is pretty close to the F80 ZCP on paper (same torque, +30hp), though it puts down its power better practically everywhere. It will feel slower in low RPM, daily driver situations (especially compared to the tighter geared DCT F80). The G80 Competition is where distance is really put on the old generation. Both the Base and Competition with feel like a step forward in Comfort suspension tuning and steering and handling at higher limits.

I know the biggest argument is that torque converter being the 'legs- of future driving experience. I wanted to keep my f80 as a 6mt track toy since i owe about 30k on it (2017, and most cars to play with are around the same price. Plus im 2nd owner) and pick up an individual g80 comp as the dd/light track duty car. Didnt know if it was a redundant plan

[Wamion117]

mine reads 580hp lol def not anywhere near that power its just a sports display as others have said

[corbs09]

I have owned both, but didn't keep my 18 F80 comp after driving the G82. I also opted for a 6mt vs the automatic, I think this makes the car a closer comparison to the f80.

F80 is a much more "raw" car and I enjoyed tracking it. As a daily driver it was fine, but not as good as the G80. I had full spl suspension arms and coilovers and even with a lot of grip the power delivery would tend to blow the tires off. G8x is a better suited "dual purpose" car in my opinion. I am curious how it fares on the track.

[GleanStrateShady]

Originally Posted by TrentMeister

Lmao that doesn't mean you know what you're talking about

210% agree that also applies to you that you don’t know what your talking about.

LMAO

[TrentMeister]

Originally Posted by GleanStrateShady

210% agree that also applies to you that you don’t know what your talking about.

LMAO

I'm the Meister..

By definition I know what I'm talking about

[GleanStrateShady]

Originally Posted by corbs09

I have owned both, but didn't keep my 18 F80 comp after driving the G82. I also opted for a 6mt vs the automatic, I think this makes the car a closer comparison to the f80.

F80 is a much more "raw" car and I enjoyed tracking it. As a daily driver it was fine, but not as good as the G80. I had full spl suspension arms and coilovers and even with a lot of grip the power delivery would tend to blow the tires off. G8x is a better suited "dual purpose" car in my opinion. I am curious how it fares on the track.

I agree with you on how the F80 is more raw, and enjoy driving the G80 in 6MT. It is an excellent daily driver. I have taken the G80 on the Nurburgring and the grip on it regardless of weather is amazing. The F80 on the other hand in DCT form is a hoot on the track. However, I do have to be more mindful to be too reckless. The safety features of the G80 works, comparing it to the F80 which requires a bit more caution.

I got the G80 full PPF’ed and ceramic coated which reduces the cleaning time to get her back on the road. The F80 however, is just relaxing in the garage until the sun is out.