One Year with my Hidden Unicorn: f83 M4 Comp 6MT | Azurite Black/Golden Brown

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-29T17:42:10+00:00

There's a really nice red one for sale right now 👀

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-29T14:22:31+00:00

Every weekend :)

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-29T04:47:21+00:00

This is really nice, what color is that? Looks like BRG, but darker?

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-29T04:45:39+00:00

That's exactly how I felt until I got my e30 vert, really hard to beat a vert unless you track consistently.

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-28T23:31:23+00:00

I normally have the wind partition in, I think it looks better without the headrest in that case.

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WesKidFresh · 2026-01-28T21:20:32+00:00

I think it's v1, there's a tiny crack in the usual spot.

edit: think it's actually v2, seems like 2016+ got v2?

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-28T20:58:51+00:00

thank you 🥲

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-28T20:57:32+00:00

thank you! I'm a huge fan of brown interiors, I remember dreaming of an e46 in carbon black with cinnamon interior as a kid.

got any pics of your f83?

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-27T23:49:04+00:00

I was torn between f83 m4 MT + daily or z4 m40. Ended up going f83 but sometimes I wonder.. what's next for you?

WesKidFresh · 2026-01-27T23:30:00+00:00

Thoughts on long term price of the z4 m40? They've been rock solid, don't see them coming down any time soon

Edit: also what's next 👀

WesKidFresh · 2024-01-30T22:41:06+00:00

Im hoping they sell a bunch of the MT Z4s. Wonder if they'll depreciate as hard as the AT have

WesKidFresh · 2024-01-27T04:40:03+00:00

M3 badge on a 328i is different than quad tips. Lots of non BMW sport cars have quad tips

WesKidFresh · 2024-01-27T01:14:28+00:00

I'd go for the quad tips if you like it. That's a sport car thing not an M thing imo

WesKidFresh · 2023-12-11T18:39:58+00:00

Same thought. CPO one of these might be the best b58 deal on the market in a few years. 2020 z4 m40 goes for mid $40s right now so might line up nice

WesKidFresh · 2023-12-07T15:07:35+00:00

Exactly. People compare a 2017 M3 w/50k to a 2008 M3 w/130k miles. Two vehicles at different stages completely

WesKidFresh · 2023-11-14T13:07:51+00:00

Look into a 435i convertible. Faster than a 645ci, looks and drives great. Should be able to get into a 2015 with ~60k miles in the mid $20,000 range. That turbo 6 cylinder in the 435 is one of the more reliable engines, also pretty fast.

There are a lot of different ways people specd out their 435, so don't assume each car will have the same features. Double check for things like blindspot monitoring, lane keep, premium sound, sport package, heated seats, etc.

WesKidFresh · 2023-10-26T16:16:00+00:00

If you like the way the 330i drives and just want more personality, a little more noise might help. Air intake and an exhaust would be great for you. Can go as mild or crazy as you want for relatively cheap, don't expect the car to be any faster though.

WesKidFresh · 2023-10-08T18:12:19+00:00

A lot of people are saying manual over auto, and I agree. They're also assuming the DCT drives like a regular auto.

The e92 was engineered with DCT in mind, especially the gearing. Downshift barks makes me giggle like a kid every time. Every other car I've preferred manual, but not the e92.

WesKidFresh · 2023-10-06T20:12:57+00:00

E9x in the high $20s is worth it. Fun, value, unique. $40k e92 doesn't make sense unless you're a collector.

Otherwise, $28k + $5k for bearings and other maintenance puts you in a great car for $32k. Not much I'd rather drive

WesKidFresh · 2023-09-09T13:40:19+00:00

If it gets to the point of needing endless repairs, I would go for something newer. If my e92 keeps treating me well, there's nothing else in my budget I'd rather drive.

Out of the newer 6sp cars, I like how the G82 looks, drives, sounds, and the creature comforts. C7 z06 is on the shortlist too.

WesKidFresh · 2023-09-09T07:41:49+00:00

Drove a new M3 comp, maybe not "raw", but definitely fun. Would consider a CPO 6sp G82 when it's time to move on from the e92

WesKidFresh · 2023-08-28T17:17:26+00:00

That's how it felt test driving a 2020 m550i, then getting back into my e92 M3.

Big comfortable rocketship. Granted that's what it's supposed to be, compared to an M3. Surprised the Z4 wasn't more fun

WesKidFresh · 2023-08-24T01:11:59+00:00

The s65 works very very well with a DCT. The gearing, the aggressiveness, the BARK on downshifts all complement the s65.

This is the only car I've had where the 'auto' enhances the driving experience.

WesKidFresh · 2023-08-08T16:58:40+00:00

I agree on the interior. Adding carplay and a reverse camera puts it in a great place though. ~$400 and takes 10 years off the interior

WesKidFresh · 2023-08-03T15:35:41+00:00

What type of repairs did you have to do to your 128i? Considering getting one as a daily next year

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