I've had my m235i for 6 years now, put a charge pipe, sports cat and a tune on it, it's now giving 412 bhp that's a good power to weight ratio and it still is a fabulous daily driver and a rocket ship on a weekend, don't think I'll ever get rid of it.
@LowBoostFilms2 ай бұрын
It was really one of the best cars I’ve ever had, if I could’ve kept that and bought the Corvette, I would have
@infidel900rr3 жыл бұрын
It blew my mind when I realized that I could not have traction control off in sport+ mode - AUGH, so annoying! That said, a pedal commander fixes the throttle response issue.
@LowBoostFilms3 жыл бұрын
Yes drives me nuts!
@crapcork3 жыл бұрын
I love your videos on the M235i. I've owned a M240i (Dinan Stage 1, CAI and MP) for about 4.5 years, and I'm never getting rid of it; absolutely adore it. Your video on the Dinan springs/bump stops makes me want to get them! The understeer in the car, to me, is one of its only Achille's heels. Still on the fence about them, since I live in New England, though - lots of potholes around here. Thanks for all of the great, informative, opinions and advice :)
@LowBoostFilms3 жыл бұрын
I think what I should’ve done was gotten sway bars instead of the springs. That would help with the understeer more especially if I got adjustable ones
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@kylesmith90482 жыл бұрын
I wish it had an oil temp gauge instead of the fuel economy gauge. Instead, I have to have MHD monitoring hooked up.
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree 100%
@kylesmith90482 жыл бұрын
@@LowBoostFilms My E90 335i had exactly that-an oil temp gauge in the bottom right of the gauge cluster. When I upgraded to my F22 M235i, everything got sportier, but they took out the thing you need to monitor when you’re getting sporty… Another thing I don’t like is the Dakota leather. It feels cheap and fake. It’s not soft at all. My E90 (LCI N55) had the Saddle Brown leather and it’s the main thing I miss about that car. I loved that leather. I wouldn’t have traded it for Lavalina.
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
My e90 was saddle brown too. Such a great interior!
@kylesmith90482 жыл бұрын
@@LowBoostFilms You understand the beauty! Mine was alpine white!
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
@@kylesmith9048 lmao both of mine were as well!
@aroneros55944 жыл бұрын
What you said that in America parts are very expensive for BMW that thing is same with corvette in Europe. Because they import those parts. Whatever except that I agree with everything. It was a very good video thank you !!!
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
Not all the parts are expensive. My charge pipe, FMIC, Tune, Intake and Downpipe combined cost 1/3 what the kw club sport coil overs I want for it. But yea Chevy stuff is all cheap here.
@Buzzshot_GW2 жыл бұрын
Parts for bmw in uk are way more expensive than in America. No debate
@13aledfranz4 жыл бұрын
I run 245s in the front with nearly no rubbing, and if I installed camber plates it wouldn’t rub at all.
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
Have you tracked it like that?
@13aledfranz4 жыл бұрын
Low Boost Films I won’t track it due to the possibility of oil starvation, which isnt super common, but I can’t afford a new engine if I was unlucky lol. However I’ve autocrossed the crap out of the car and it has never rubbed at an event. It grazes the fender on large bumps, and rubs the rear of the fender liner (only in reverse which is strange). Both spots are extremely minimal and have never been an issue. 245/40r18 on 18x8 +35
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
If they rub a little on the road, at the track under higher speeds they will a lot. That’s why I kept a 235. Didn’t have any oil starvation probs though
@13aledfranz4 жыл бұрын
Low Boost Films possible I suppose. I figured it’d be a issue at autox originally but that was not the case. Had a shop check it out and he said it would never be a real issue. If the wheels are turned in the slightest it clears the fender completely. Straight line and full compression is the only way it rubs
@spycjoe19802 жыл бұрын
I have a m235i but it is auto and has xdrive. I use the bootmod3 stage 2 e30 tune and ran a 11.9 at track in like 66 degree weather. It is amazing how much of a difference the auto and all wheel drive make.
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
For sure, I couldn’t get close to that with a stick shift
@danielponce45332 жыл бұрын
Looking to get into one of these soon, anything else I should know before getting one, this video was helpful thank you
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
Make sure you have service records and know the oil was changed on time.
@anjdog200312 күн бұрын
Are you looking for the perfect car that you can afford, they don't exist. I love my 2021 M235
@LowBoostFilms11 күн бұрын
That m235i is a lot different from this one
@cammgt3rs370 Жыл бұрын
I remember when these first came out and I test drove one. I also noticed the understeer. My f30 335 xdrive doesn't understeer like the M235 did.
@LowBoostFilms Жыл бұрын
I think maybe because it doesn’t have very wide tires up front. Definitely have to throttle steer a little
@qicesun6144 жыл бұрын
Hi, I’ve watched all your videos. These r amazing and helpful. I’m currently having a m235i, and I’m considering to put dinan springs and m control arms on it. I’m having stock wheels and aftermarket spacers. What size of front tire do u suggest to have that won’t hit my fender on the track?
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
I would pass on the m control arms unless you also get tension struts to even it out. That’s how i hit my fender. You can go 235 in front and 255 in rear with no problems. But it all depends on the offset of your wheels, on the stock wheels, I had 235 no problems.
@qicesun6144 жыл бұрын
Low Boost Films sursure btw are u planing to tune your suspension? I notice there is a dinan suspension tune for m235
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
Qice Sun I don’t plan on it. I actually am selling it, but as long as it isn’t crazy expensive it could be worth it. Must adjust the dampening somehow.
@anjdog200312 күн бұрын
The more to a M2 is 16k more. than a M235
@user-wv3kg8gc8k Жыл бұрын
The sound volume in this video is soooo annoying, like... I have to be a sound director to not get deaf. Good content tho. thx
@LowBoostFilms Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback, I agree. My newer videos are much better!
@Dave-2211 ай бұрын
i noticed my seat is getting more loose i guess passenger seat is way more supportive on the side
@LowBoostFilms11 ай бұрын
Really?
@matthewhenry8627 Жыл бұрын
How would you compare the driving experience on this car to the E46 M3? Would it be a worthy replacement?
@LowBoostFilms Жыл бұрын
Power delivery is much different. But the size is very similar. Definitely a worthy replacement
@syncprism62832 жыл бұрын
How would you rate the turbo lag on this car? Do you feel like wait for the torque to kick in or is it responsive? And does sport mode reduce the lag?
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
There is almost no turbo lag unless you are in the wrong gear
@syncprism62832 жыл бұрын
@@LowBoostFilms Got it, thank you for the info!
@grocerylist4 жыл бұрын
Are you getting rid of the M235i now that you have the vette? Or is the vette just going to be a track toy?
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
Vette is a track toy for sure. I am selling the M235i but now isn’t the best market lol. So I’m going to enjoy it a little while longer! I want a b58 next.
@iHongster Жыл бұрын
I’m thinking of getting this car, I’ve driven it and love it but do you think it’s worth it? 2014, 100k miles for $18k. Downpipe , intake and bootmod tune.
@LowBoostFilms Жыл бұрын
I don’t know what the prices are going for these days, I sold mine for 23,000 and he sold it three years later for 30,000!
@MuhammadPeay Жыл бұрын
which one do you think is overall better/reliable 435i or m235i ?
@LowBoostFilms Жыл бұрын
Both so similar. Depends on your taste, the 435 is bigger and has more room. But heavier, slower and doesn’t handle was well.
@derekschommer14652 жыл бұрын
My auto 97v6 camaro has a working limited slip still lol
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
Ouch, this hurts hahah.
@chrisfronczek184011 ай бұрын
I just bought an M235i, picking it up sometime this month. What brand is your front splitter? It looks great!
@LowBoostFilms11 ай бұрын
I have a link to it on one of my videos to it on Amazon. I think an icon Motorsport?
@Woof10223 жыл бұрын
hey mate! love the car, what carbon side mirrors do you have?
@LowBoostFilms3 жыл бұрын
I forget the name. They might be bmw performance ones I’m not sure
@Woof10223 жыл бұрын
@@LowBoostFilms ok, thanks mate.
@PedroMarques2 жыл бұрын
I've been between this one and the M2 for a while... it will be my only car due to garage space, my main thing is the ride quality... is the ride quality realy much better on the 235i?
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
I liked the m2 ride quality better because it was stiffer. But that’s more of a preference thing. If you like a softer ride get the m235i
@GrimJaw4 жыл бұрын
What is the front 235 40?
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
Yes it is.
@GrimJaw4 жыл бұрын
Low Boost Films I’m surprised it rubbed up on the track. What’s the offset?? Running spacers or plates?
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
Mike I had m3 lower control arms. It changed the caster too much.
@kylesheehan38133 жыл бұрын
fuck im not sure if i want a 235i or save 7k and get a gti
@LowBoostFilms3 жыл бұрын
If it’s not a Golf R, get the m235i
@N55Koby2 жыл бұрын
235 is way faster
@robop100 Жыл бұрын
I’m selling my 2018 Mk7.5 GTI to get a 2016 M235i. GTI is slow and dull in comparison
@barrettteague6172 жыл бұрын
2:38, what lift is that?
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
They’re QuickJacks. I love them
@drift_papii4 жыл бұрын
Nice video 👍🏼
@LowBoostFilms4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@LlLnig3 жыл бұрын
hi what lip is it?
@LowBoostFilms3 жыл бұрын
Icon Motorsports, got it on Amazon but they don’t carry it there anymore. It’s gotta be somewhere
@overcock19143 жыл бұрын
lol, 4:02 really surprised me
@LowBoostFilms3 жыл бұрын
Lol got ya!
@ReggieBeatzMedia2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha the video got 235 likes at the moment
@LowBoostFilms2 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome!
@jonasbaine3538 Жыл бұрын
sounds like it's worth it to just get an M car.
@LowBoostFilms Жыл бұрын
At the time that I bought this, they were selling the M2 for $25,000 over sticker so it was over three times what I paid for this. Maybe now it is worth it.
@jonasbaine3538 Жыл бұрын
@@LowBoostFilms Yes I was referring to today's market. Debating on m235i but coming from a mustang 5.0 performance pack, your cons list is same for me. All the used m cars seem like a better buy and just leave it mostly stock.
@LowBoostFilms Жыл бұрын
@@jonasbaine3538 if I were to do it again, I’d get an m240i if it had an LSD, M2 or an M2 competition.