BMW M4 Competition

/Angelo350Z/ · 01-02-2020, 07:13 AM

Despite being a Z car enthusiast since a child, I realized I've owned more BMWs than any other brand. Stepping into an M car was the logical step, I suppose. I first drove an M3 in 1997, and over 20 years later, I'm thrilled to be behind the wheel of a 2020 M4 Competition. The car is quick, although undeniably dated. I am keeping the Z but it has been relegated to the driveway.

Quicksilvers · 01-02-2020, 07:43 AM

Beautiful M4 you purchased congratulations this is actually one vehicle that is not a Nissan that I like. The body style of the M4 is sharp and the interior is nice as well. If you can afford the M4 than you can afford the complete BMW general maintenance schedule. I seen one new M4 pass me on the highway to try and get ahead of traffic they are not slow pokes. I’m happy to hear you are keeping that amazing Z of yours.

/Angelo350Z/ · 01-02-2020, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Quicksilvers

Beautiful M4 you purchased congratulations this is actually one vehicle that is not a Nissan that I like. The body style of the M4 is sharp and the interior is nice as well. If you can afford the M4 than you can afford the complete BMW general maintenance schedule. I seen one new M4 pass me on the highway to try and get ahead of traffic they are not slow pokes. I’m happy to hear you are keeping that amazing Z of yours.

Thank you. The cost of maintenance is significantly higher than the Z, but that was expected. What was surprising, however, were the insurance quotes I received from multiple companies, both local and American. Luckily, I was able to secure a reasonable premium. But yes, the plan is to keep the Z for my son. He'll be 3 this weekend, so we have a long way to go.

cv129 · 01-02-2020, 12:59 PM

Love the color. Briefly drove an M4 with the wife sometime ago, and the seats were to die for, so comfortable. The torque was of a different stratosphere compared to my stock Z of course.

The Z’s classic shape and relatively analog-ness will be great for making memories with you son.

Enjoy!

wideglideleon · 01-02-2020, 01:35 PM

Beautiful M4 I LoVe the color . Have fun with your new ride.

Rusty · 01-02-2020, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by wideglideleon

Beautiful M4 I LoVe the color . Have fun with your new ride.

/Angelo350Z/ · 01-03-2020, 02:39 AM

Thanks guys. I installed 12/10 mm spacers (popular sizes with the 437M wheels) since the pics were taken so the car sits a little better. Looking at the front pic, however, it appears I could've gone 12 mm all around. Oh well.

God-Speed · 01-03-2020, 06:35 AM

Very Nice!!

Firebase99 · 01-03-2020, 03:14 PM

Where are the pics??????????????????

Ventruck · 01-03-2020, 08:05 PM

Congrats.

Unfortunately things feel "dated" fast now because how much any kind of product wants to be pushed out. Been shopping a couple cars and it's like I need a mid-life example because of the updates in between being more worthwhile.

Ironically a car that seems to withstand the test of time at least in terms of interior IMO is the Honda Civic. It's crazy that had Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in like 2016 and I can't even get in a high end Lexus until now.

/Angelo350Z/ · 01-03-2020, 08:37 PM

The F82 somewhat feels dated, at least to me, not because of the motor, transmission, or anything drivetrain related, but primarily because of the interior. Don't get me wrong, it doesn't feel cheap in any way. In fact, the Competition seats are stunning and the Merino leather extremely supple. However, having owned a '16 and '18 F30, the interior layout simply feels inferior, and dare I say, a bit low-rent compared to the C63 AMG and to a much lesser extent, the RS5. Maybe it's just an issue of familiarity interior-wise. Fortunately, the similarities end with the dash as the M4 ZCP feels quicker than its advertised 444 hp. F8X aftermarket parts are not much more expensive compared to the Z either, so that's another plus.

/Angelo350Z/ · 01-03-2020, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Firebase99

Where are the pics??????????????????

You don't see any pics?

Firebase99 · 01-04-2020, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by /Angelo350Z/

You don't see any pics?

No, nothing

Ventruck · 01-04-2020, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by /Angelo350Z/

The F82 somewhat feels dated, at least to me, not because of the motor, transmission, or anything drivetrain related, but primarily because of the interior. Don't get me wrong, it doesn't feel cheap in any way. In fact, the Competition seats are stunning and the Merino leather extremely supple. However, having owned a '16 and '18 F30, the interior layout simply feels inferior, and dare I say, a bit low-rent compared to the C63 AMG and to a much lesser extent, the RS5. Maybe it's just an issue of familiarity interior-wise. Fortunately, the similarities end with the dash as the M4 ZCP feels quicker than its advertised 444 hp. F8X aftermarket parts are not much more expensive compared to the Z either, so that's another plus.

Oh dang you've been to the future already.

Nonetheless, confident you'll enjoy it otherwise.

BuckeyeZ · 01-04-2020, 06:27 PM

I recently made the same change! Bought an M4 competition and am keeping the Z. The M is a beast at the track, but you can definitely feel the weight of the car. It needs front camber plates and track specific wheels, but is otherwise perfect. Brakes are great, no fuel starve or oil overheating …

I still love the Z and plan to keep it. They are 2 different animals.

01-02-2020, 07:13 AM	#1 (permalink)
/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3660	BMW M4 Competition Despite being a Z car enthusiast since a child, I realized I've owned more BMWs than any other brand. Stepping into an M car was the logical step, I suppose. I first drove an M3 in 1997, and over 20 years later, I'm thrilled to be behind the wheel of a 2020 M4 Competition. The car is quick, although undeniably dated. I am keeping the Z but it has been relegated to the driveway. FL 4Motion, God-Speed, cv129 and 7 others like this. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT

01-02-2020, 07:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
Quicksilvers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2017 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,039 Drives: 2017 370z Rep Power: 25463	Beautiful M4 you purchased congratulations this is actually one vehicle that is not a Nissan that I like. The body style of the M4 is sharp and the interior is nice as well. If you can afford the M4 than you can afford the complete BMW general maintenance schedule. I seen one new M4 pass me on the highway to try and get ahead of traffic they are not slow pokes. I’m happy to hear you are keeping that amazing Z of yours. Rusty and /Angelo350Z/ like this. __________________ Mr. Clean

01-02-2020, 12:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
cv129 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,222 Drives: 09 Nismo, 16 Nismo Rep Power: 163995	Love the color. Briefly drove an M4 with the wife sometime ago, and the seats were to die for, so comfortable. The torque was of a different stratosphere compared to my stock Z of course. The Z’s classic shape and relatively analog-ness will be great for making memories with you son. Enjoy! Rusty and /Angelo350Z/ like this. __________________ Setrab \| RE-71 \| SPL \| JRZ \| Nismo \| ARK \| Whiteline \| RacingBrake \| CJM Oil Pan \| Ti shield

01-02-2020, 01:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
wideglideleon Track Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Tucson AZ Posts: 569 Drives: SC 09 370Z LG 7AT Rep Power: 64085	Beautiful M4 I LoVe the color . Have fun with your new ride. Rusty and /Angelo350Z/ like this.

01-03-2020, 02:39 AM	#7 (permalink)
/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3660	Thanks guys. I installed 12/10 mm spacers (popular sizes with the 437M wheels) since the pics were taken so the car sits a little better. Looking at the front pic, however, it appears I could've gone 12 mm all around. Oh well. God-Speed, Rusty, wideglideleon and 1 others like this. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT

01-03-2020, 06:35 AM	#8 (permalink)
God-Speed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Austin, Tx. Posts: 4,363 Drives: Prototype Rep Power: 2684377	Very Nice!! sx moneypit likes this.

01-03-2020, 03:14 PM	#9 (permalink)
Firebase99 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: fl Posts: 1,372 Drives: 14 3.8 Gen Coupe GT Rep Power: 14034	Where are the pics?????????????????? __________________ '14 3.8 Genesis Coupe, '13 Volvo S60, '04 Honda Accord, '13 370Z-sold, '05 350Z Touring-sold, '92 300Z Twin Turbo-sold, '82 280ZX-gone, '79 260Z-gone

01-03-2020, 08:05 PM	#10 (permalink)
Ventruck Track Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: California Posts: 785 Drives: '13 Sport+Touring M6 Rep Power: 22898	Congrats. Unfortunately things feel "dated" fast now because how much any kind of product wants to be pushed out. Been shopping a couple cars and it's like I need a mid-life example because of the updates in between being more worthwhile. Ironically a car that seems to withstand the test of time at least in terms of interior IMO is the Honda Civic. It's crazy that had Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in like 2016 and I can't even get in a high end Lexus until now.

01-03-2020, 08:37 PM	#11 (permalink)
/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3660	The F82 somewhat feels dated, at least to me, not because of the motor, transmission, or anything drivetrain related, but primarily because of the interior. Don't get me wrong, it doesn't feel cheap in any way. In fact, the Competition seats are stunning and the Merino leather extremely supple. However, having owned a '16 and '18 F30, the interior layout simply feels inferior, and dare I say, a bit low-rent compared to the C63 AMG and to a much lesser extent, the RS5. Maybe it's just an issue of familiarity interior-wise. Fortunately, the similarities end with the dash as the M4 ZCP feels quicker than its advertised 444 hp. F8X aftermarket parts are not much more expensive compared to the Z either, so that's another plus. JARblue and Ventruck like this. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT

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