[///M TOWN]

Originally Posted by clee1982

Why is everyone think M8 should be super car, maybe BMW will build a super car someday, but M8 is a GT and very good at it.

Agreed.

[///M TOWN]

Originally Posted by ALPINA_DREAMS

While I tentatively agree with you, I wish they'd have made the trunk a bit larger. If only so the convertible mechanism didn't gobble up so much space in the drop top.

Also, anyone over 6'4" is going to struggle mightily to get the seat in a comfortable position. I'm about 6'7" and the front seatback hits the rear seat cushion before I'm able to recline it properly.

The rear seats are so laughably tight that they may have been better off making the car a true 2-seater with a hatch-like cargo area in the back instead.

2 seater cars have higher insurance rates.

The very reason 911's have child sized back seats.

[limeypride]

Originally Posted by ALPINA_DREAMS

I'm holding my dollars until the Alpina version of the 8 platform is released. They usually strike the perfect balance of sportiness and refinement.

Ugh, I couldn't disagree more--they destroy interiors with dated trims and usually come with horrible wheels. It's subjective, of course, but on this one, I struggle to understand the appeal.

To each their own...

And given that you're 6' 7"--of course, you're absolutely correct on all fronts and my apologies for even suggesting alternative points of view exist; silly me.

[limeypride]

Originally Posted by SchwarzerReiter

I dont get the 8 series. It's too small to fit 4 persons properly, so it loses to the S Coupe, Bentley, etc. But it's also too big and heavy to duke it out against the 911 or any other serious sportscar out there.

Its interior is also absolutely horrible. The digital display is cheap looking, lacks adjustability, colour, or proper looking dials. The central console is a mess (yeah i know they tried to mimic the old 8, it still looks like shit).

What the hell is this car? The only one that makes sense is the Gran Coupe version, which at least sits 4 and it's a proper sedan, so you accept the weight and size of it.

The Gran Coupe is definitely on my list. Oh how I wish either variant looked more like the concept cars shown just months prior to release.

[Al Pinã]

Originally Posted by limeypride

Ugh, I couldn't disagree more--they destroy interiors with dated trims and usually come with horrible wheels. It's subjective, of course, but on this one, I struggle to understand the appeal.

To each their own...

And given that you're 6' 7"--of course, you're absolutely correct on all fronts and my apologies for even suggesting alternative points of view exist; silly me.

The styling of Alpina is purely subjective; you either like it or you don't. But one can't argue about the performance improvements they are able to achieve.

Google "Alpina B7 vs" and you'll find videos of them trouncing everything from E63s to Hellcats, even the shiny new AMG GT4 gets smoked.

[jwe45bb]

Y'all need to stop comparing BMW's to Porsche's... I'm a huge BMW fan, but you can't compare a front engine to a mid engine. The 8 series is great, but quit comparing it to a 911...compare it to a Panamera if you feel the need to compare

[spuntyb]

Originally Posted by joshuastein55

Great car, wrong price, but definitely a good buy used... with a warranty of course

I definitely agree w/ the convertible part, even though I know many won't agree, it is probably the best version for this car if you are looking for more of a GT - as the M8 is definitely more luxury than sport - between the two, at least until the Gran Coupe arrives.

"Great car, wrong price"

Bingo. Will make a great off-lease/used ride

[MistaVauros]

Originally Posted by mgod

The main reason I switch was too many people were getting them they become soo common in New York lol, also I neeed something more exotic looking sometimes many people would mistake it for a normal 5 series lol which I don't really care but the only m car that really stands out with all the curves and distinct look was this car, you should see when people see this car it wow them most people don't even know bmw makes n m8 lol, now for performance I'll say this car blew my expectations it's a very heavy car it weighs pretty much same as the m5 but the way it handles is no different from my old m4, also when I get inside this car it feels wayyyy more special then my m5 it feels like a custom interior... it's soooo much to say about it I'm extremely happy with the transition between the m5 Comp to m8 Comp, didn't regret the swap one bit...

Did I miss something here?! You expressed the zero regret going from an M5 to the M8 and you posted two pics of your M5? 🤔

Maybe you forgot to post pics of the M8...?

[MistaVauros]

Originally Posted by Mani59

Fantastic video by Henry

Did he just say that BMW removed 4-wheel steering from the M8?! Wow! Epic fail!

[clee1982]

Originally Posted by ALPINA_DREAMS

While I tentatively agree with you, I wish they'd have made the trunk a bit larger. If only so the convertible mechanism didn't gobble up so much space in the drop top.

Also, anyone over 6'4" is going to struggle mightily to get the seat in a comfortable position. I'm about 6'7" and the front seatback hits the rear seat cushion before I'm able to recline it properly.

The rear seats are so laughably tight that they may have been better off making the car a true 2-seater with a hatch-like cargo area in the back instead.

I can see that maybe a compromise for car seat (knew more than a guy with 911 and child seat)... otherwise yea I can most normal people would prefer 8GC

[clee1982]

Originally Posted by ALPINA_DREAMS

I'm holding my dollars until the Alpina version of the 8 platform is released. They usually strike the perfect balance of sportiness and refinement.

I would imagine if you never track, than Alpina is going to be the better version

[///M TOWN]

Originally Posted by clee1982

I would imagine if you never track, than Alpina is going to be the better version

As long as Alpina includes a case or two or their lovely Wein.

https://www.alpinawein.de/de/weine.html

[M3PGH]

anxious to test drive the M8C and judge it myself
I was impressed with the M850 when I drove it
I think the price is steep and the market for big sedans above 100 k is shrinking

[Big boi m5]

Originally Posted by Stepback3

I'm in the Access by BMW program and I've driven just about every 2019/2020 model currently available.

I have had both the m850i Gran Coupe and the m850i Convertible. I put over 1,000 miles on each.

I drove the convertible from Washington DC down through Shenandoah (Skyline Drive) and the entire 469 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Having driven both I can honestly say they have been the best BMWs I've ever driven. I was shocked but it's true. It's not just a rebadged M6.

It's not as mean as the M3 but it still has power and torque aplenty. The M5 is quicker but the 8 is way more refined.

I find the 8 to have the perfect blend of power, tech, comfort and luxury. It's agility is nearly as good as the excellent m340 which is saying something for a car this big.

How can an M5 be quicker when it's the same thing with higher center or gravity and more weight?

[///M TOWN]

If I had to pick one I'd go for the M8 Convertible.

[clee1982]

Originally Posted by SleepingBMW

How can an M5 be quicker when it's the same thing with higher center or gravity and more weight?

Isn't he comparing 850gc to m5 (that's what he drove)

[e90335e36m3]

Those of you expecting an all conquering super car or Porsche performance for the same money, get serious. BMW has never been the best at anything, including in any measurable performance category against any similarly priced comparisons. Since dawn of time Porsche has wiped the floor in terms of handling, though GM has started to catch up since the C6Z. AMG and GM have also wiped the floor with BMW acceleration wise, until the new M5. Same goes for quality and design. M cars interior don’t hold a candle to Merc and Porsche.

All that notwithstanding, BMW builds a car that is good or great at just about everything, just not the best at anything. This M8 is no exception. It’s great at everything, but it isn’t the best at anything and this is consistent with BMW history.

[Neptune7]

Originally Posted by clee1982

Isn't he comparing 850gc to m5 (that's what he drove)

Yep - id be surprised if the M5 isn't quicker than the M8GC too - given that the latter is heavier with the same engine specs.

[clee1982]

M5 Comp and M8 GC comp differs by 100 lb? On a straight it might show but if one is more track tuned than the piggy one can still out run

[noushy]

Originally Posted by clee1982

M5 Comp and M8 GC comp differs by 100 lb? On a straight it might show but if one is more track tuned than the piggy one can still out run

I think BMW is significantly sand bagging the M8 numbers. It feels more powerful than the M5 driven back to back and not just more nimble. It easily spins all 4 wheels which makes me think more torque.

Noushy

[Big boi m5]

Originally Posted by clee1982

Isn't he comparing 850gc to m5 (that's what he drove)

Oh maybe, but still, there GC is a lower car than the M5 but It does weigh more

[Germanauto]

I can't watch this dorky Harry Potter looking dude's videos. So dry and boring.