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      08-15-2022, 05:49 PM   #1
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So Artemis first it was the 1M,then the M2,followed by the M2 Competition.Are you also going for the G87?
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So Artemis first it was the 1M,then the M2,followed by the M2 Competition.Are you also going for the G87?
Currently no plans to trade in my 2020 F87 M2C (M-DCT) for a 2023-2024 G87 M2 (ZF8).

Ask me again when April 2025 approaches (G87 M2 LCI [facelift] start of production).

Design:
  • G87 M2 rear end: now that's some wide, bulky piece of kit - OK, no 1M Fenders Fest design, but definitely some genuine "hips don't lie" stance (hosting 20" wheels)'; 'Captain Hook'/'question mark' tail lights design;
  • G87 M2 sides: door handles sitting flush with the body (integrated - no longer 'protruding');
  • G87 M2 front end: if used to the swirling F87 M2 front end lines, the new boxy 'bare bones' lines design takes some time to sink in - still processing...

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Currently no plans to trade in my 2020 F87 M2C (M-DCT) for a 2023-2024 G87 M2 (ZF8).

Ask me again when April 2025 approaches (G87 M2 LCI [facelift] start of production).

Design:
  • G87 M2 rear end: now that's some wide, bulky piece of kit - OK, no 1M Fenders Fest design, but definitely some genuine "hips don't lie" stance (hosting 20" wheels)';
  • G87 M2 sides: door handles sitting flush with the body (integrated - no longer 'protruding');
  • G87 M2 front end: if used to the swirling F87 M2 front end lines, the new boxy 'bare bones' lines design takes some time to sink in - still processing...

That is roughly when I plan on buying as well.
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Currently no plans to trade in my 2020 F87 M2C (M-DCT) for a 2023-2024 G87 M2 (ZF8).

Ask me again when April 2025 approaches (G87 M2 LCI [facelift] start of production).

Design:
  • G87 M2 rear end: now that's some wide, bulky piece of kit - OK, no 1M Fenders Fest design, but definitely some genuine "hips don't lie" stance (hosting 20" wheels)'; 'Captain Hook'/'question mark' tail lights design;
  • G87 M2 sides: door handles sitting flush with the body (integrated - no longer 'protruding');
  • G87 M2 front end: if used to the swirling F87 M2 front end lines, the new boxy 'bare bones' lines design takes some time to sink in - still processing...


What's special about the facelift?
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I agree that the leaked pic of the rear isn’t very inspiring but i would like to see the full reveal before making my decision.I assume from your pics that you feel that the M240i has a better designed rear end.This G87 rear pic from the review test drives has a very nice stance.Would someone in Mexico please leak some full pics.
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I assume from your pics that you feel that the M240i has a better designed rear end.
No, it was about the tail lights render.

IMHO the G87 M2 looks better than the G42 M240i. The car is next level.
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Currently no plans to trade in my 2020 F87 M2C (M-DCT) for a 2023-2024 G87 M2 (ZF8).

Ask me again when April 2025 approaches (G87 M2 LCI [facelift] start of production).

Design:
  • G87 M2 rear end: now that's some wide, bulky piece of kit - OK, no 1M Fenders Fest design, but definitely some genuine "hips don't lie" stance (hosting 20" wheels)'; 'Captain Hook'/'question mark' tail lights design;
  • G87 M2 sides: door handles sitting flush with the body (integrated - no longer 'protruding');
  • G87 M2 front end: if used to the swirling F87 M2 front end lines, the new boxy 'bare bones' lines design takes some time to sink in - still processing...

This rear end pic was leaked over two months ago and only now did I notice the 'shark fin' roof antenna has a boxy shape, keeping with the rest of the cars design language.
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I want the tail lights changed more than anyone for the LCI, but that has been hit or miss for other LCIs lately.
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No, it was about the tail lights render.

IMHO the G87 M2 looks better than the G42 M240i. The car is next level.
I see and that’s why you want to wait tor the LCI.I agree that they are not the greatest design.I might wait for the LCI because i’m not a fan of the idrive 8 screen.
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Currently no plans to trade in my 2020 F87 M2C (M-DCT) for a 2023-2024 G87 M2 (ZF8).

Ask me again when April 2025 approaches (G87 M2 LCI [facelift] start of production).

Design:
  • G87 M2 rear end: now that's some wide, bulky piece of kit - OK, no 1M Fenders Fest design, but definitely some genuine "hips don't lie" stance (hosting 20" wheels)'; 'Captain Hook'/'question mark' tail lights design;
  • G87 M2 sides: door handles sitting flush with the body (integrated - no longer 'protruding');
  • G87 M2 front end: if used to the swirling F87 M2 front end lines, the new boxy 'bare bones' lines design takes some time to sink in - still processing...

This rear end pic was leaked over two months ago and only now did I notice the 'shark fin' roof antenna has a boxy shape, keeping with the rest of the cars design language.
Didn't notice that before, good catch. I don't like the shark fin antenna design so this is a plus for me
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I think you may be onto something…blacking out the lower portion of the tail light.
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I see and that’s why you want to wait tor the LCI.I agree that they are not the greatest design.I might wait for the LCI because i’m not a fan of the idrive 8 screen.
Also the G87 M2 front end can use some "massaging".

And more in general about 'early adopting': remember what BMW has done to F87 M2 early adopters (car releases from April 16, 2016 onwards) in 2017 (LCI: new dashboard layout, different tail lights design) and 2018 (release of the Competition model, replacing the OG M2 for particular reasons, featuring several upgrades
for a relatively small extra fee).

Not saying that history will repeat itself that way with the G87 M2, but consider it unfinished business of a 2016 F87 M2 owner. Regarding the G87 M2, I'll let BMW put "Impulse" into "Life Cycle Impulse" (LCI).
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My only concern with waiting for the LCI is you never know when they will stop making the manual transmission version. BMW dropped it from the MINI lineup earlier this year, so I don't think it's a guarantee it will stay for the life of the car.
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Currently no plans to trade in my 2020 F87 M2C (M-DCT) for a 2023-2024 G87 M2 (ZF8).

Ask me again when April 2025 approaches (G87 M2 LCI [facelift] start of production).

Design:
  • G87 M2 rear end: now that's some wide, bulky piece of kit - OK, no 1M Fenders Fest design, but definitely some genuine "hips don't lie" stance (hosting 20" wheels)'; 'Captain Hook'/'question mark' tail lights design;
  • G87 M2 sides: door handles sitting flush with the body (integrated - no longer 'protruding');
  • G87 M2 front end: if used to the swirling F87 M2 front end lines, the new boxy 'bare bones' lines design takes some time to sink in - still processing...

I'm going to be tracking to a similar timeline
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I think you may be onto something…blacking out the lower portion of the tail light.
I've actually done this to all my cars and it makes a world of difference.

Basically cover the taillight with clear tape and outline by hand only the clear/white area (not red). Transfer the tape over to smoked headlight/taillight vinyl wrap; they come in multiple tints from dark to light, I like something in the middle that's not too dark. I use a stencil kit to make sure the lines and curves are accurate. Then just use an exacto knife to cut it out. Make sure the lens is clean, I like to warm it with a heat gun (hairdryer will also work) before applying and working it into place. It may take you several tries to get it just right, but the end result is you get only the clear part of the lens to be smoked out yet is still transparent to let light through. The rest of the taillight stays stock and looks like the pics Artemis posted. I've also done the same on my side turn signals under the mirrors, looks awesome.
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I've actually done this to all my cars and it makes a world of difference.

Basically cover the taillight with clear tape and outline by hand only the clear/white area (not red). Transfer the tape over to smoked headlight/taillight vinyl wrap; they come in multiple tints from dark to light, I like something in the middle that's not too dark. I use a stencil kit to make sure the lines and curves are accurate. Then just use an exacto knife to cut it out. Make sure the lens is clean, I like to warm it with a heat gun (hairdryer will also work) before applying and working it into place. It may take you several tries to get it just right, but the end result is you get only the clear part of the lens to be smoked out yet is still transparent to let light through. The rest of the taillight stays stock and looks like the pics Artemis posted. I've also done the same on my side turn signals under the mirrors, looks awesome.
I think it's a great idea. Although the tail light looks complex, the bottom portion is actually very flat so it should be an easy job.
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I think it's a great idea. Although the tail light looks complex, the bottom portion is actually very flat so it should be an easy job.
Not sure if you've ever worked with vinyl wrap, but when it's heated up it's super flexible and allows you to mold it into all types of complex shapes and contours. It's really easy to use and inexpensive.
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Not sure if you've ever worked with vinyl wrap, but when it's heated up it's super flexible and allows you to mold it into all types of complex shapes and contours. It's really easy to use and inexpensive.
Yeah I used to wrap my interior trim in the 335i...this would be even easier.
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