Out of those two I would go for the M140i. Not a fan of the M240i but do like the M2 because it suits the coupe shape and looks that bit more aggressive.
@Alexander_l3222 жыл бұрын
M240i I like the shape more than the 1 series but if I was picking a bmw (which i am next year) then I’ll get a 640 or 650.
@Duncan942 жыл бұрын
Unless you're buying an M2C then you get the 240. I have a 240 and wouldn't buy an original M2 over it. The 240 is better for daily driving/commuting and easier on the wallet in terms of maintenance and insurance - with a simple stage 1 remap it'll easily outperform an M2 in terms if speed. Obviously if you really want M handling characteristics from factory, get the M2 but for me the 240 is the sweet spot, mainly due to the B58.
@pavelkwasniewski1922 жыл бұрын
With Bird suspension is a complete car 👍
@jim84622 жыл бұрын
Can’t deny the engine is decent but it will never have the road presence of an M2
@pavelkwasniewski1922 жыл бұрын
@@jim8462 that’s for sure but not everyone need it ;)
@jim84622 жыл бұрын
@@pavelkwasniewski192 very true
@pavelkwasniewski1922 жыл бұрын
@@jim8462 cheers 🤝
@nwd992 жыл бұрын
Love your videos u make me chuckle and honest I am struggling with loss of my dad on 14 th oct to covid and your videos help keep them up keep me smiling thank u mate
@John-fo9jy2 жыл бұрын
Sorry for your loss, I lost my Dad over 2 years ago so I can relate.
@nwd992 жыл бұрын
@@John-fo9jy thank u it’s been hard
@John-fo9jy2 жыл бұрын
@@nwd99 Don't bottle it all up mate, find someone to talk to.
@Buck33662 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry for your loss. There are some great car channels on KZbin with some daft people on that have me laughing away. Motor Addicts are a bunch of silly arses that do the trick for me personally. All the best pal.
@nwd992 жыл бұрын
@@Buck3366 thank u mate
@jordanpearson33952 жыл бұрын
I had a m240i stage 1 and it was absolutely insane best car I have owned yet would have one back in a heartbeat great value for money and just such fun to drive. Took it out on many days out with Rampage Rally and was just such a joy to drive🙌👌 Hopefully will have one back next year 🤞 never fun when you have to sell your car to buy a new house 🙄🤦♂️ but definitely not a pointless car at all 👌
@Ashleycb972 жыл бұрын
Had to sell my F-type to get enough money together for a house :( Driving an old mind cooper D 07 plate atm. Looking to get an M240i with an M2 bodykit eventually put on or a M140i . Im so torn !!!!!!
@gaara46678 ай бұрын
Hey I’m assuming your UK resident. My country just got some 240i imported from the UK(old UK plates were still attached🤣) and I’m looking to get one to dip my toes in that B58 family. What are the expenses like? As well as the pros and cons of the car? Anything to look out for besides coolant leaks?
@IamJackPot2 жыл бұрын
Recently sold my M240. Had a 100 Cell sports cat, Remus exhaust and remap and loved it. Miss it actually.
@LarryD1979 Жыл бұрын
As a 240 owner I love how it's not aggressive in looks but is a powerhouse 😁
@danswatch90342 жыл бұрын
For starters, it looks way more special than a 1
@08Nez2 жыл бұрын
Calvin I love the constipation face you pull every time you put your foot down in your videos.
@thedetailingdoctor57462 жыл бұрын
Put some bloody fuel in calv 🤣 typical trader running on dregs lol. Great video keep it up 👍
@CarlosFandandgo2 жыл бұрын
I bought my M240 for three reasons - 1. The B58, 2. It reminded me of my old E46, and 3. Its'a proper q-car compared to the M2 which is way too shouty for me, at my age!! 😂
@CbrRob2 жыл бұрын
I would take a 240i over a 140i but I would have to change the standard wheels and I wouldn't have grey on red myself.
@Nismo12 жыл бұрын
I have an m235i stage 2 and can’t recommend a better car for the price :)
@patrickheart93902 жыл бұрын
Nice car but how about a older C63
@R53.charlie2 жыл бұрын
@@patrickheart9390 a couple of problems with the c63, the age at that point, it’s getting a bit old, it’s not faster, and they drink fuel like there’s no tomorrow😂 yeah they do sound good, but if you daily an m240, you’d easily get 30+mpg around town, you won’t even get 15 out of the c63😩 but they do sound good sooo🤷🏼♂️😂
@duncann91522 жыл бұрын
What have you done to get to stage 2 just brought a 235i myself and wondering what to get
@patrickheart93902 жыл бұрын
@@duncann9152 hi I wouldn't bother doing a stage 2 . It's not worth it and will cause mega issues . Stage 1 ya cool but after that I'd change cars. I real job involves major work and anyone who claims to do it for anything reasonable will destroy it . But that's just my advice by all means check it out
@Nismo12 жыл бұрын
@@duncann9152 decat downpipe, front mount intercooler upgrade, air intake, and BM3 stage 2
@linicarreviews75242 жыл бұрын
Great video! Pls bring 0-60 times back!!
@kevLar76652 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the evil GT colab
@Matt-go7ss2 жыл бұрын
He probably thinks you're doing a drug deal....or dogging...😂
@bluemoth18792 жыл бұрын
I’m Digging the peace. Nice car! 🥂Calvin 👍
@harrisonlloyd96682 жыл бұрын
2 series platform outperforms 1 series in all aspect, far more capable chassis. B58 in a 2 series is a dream come true!
@MrStefanUK2 жыл бұрын
I’ve a M240i running Stage2+ and meth if wanted to compare 👌🏻
@boujieboy36932 жыл бұрын
what app do you use to find out the options the cars had ?
@ShogunsDojo2 жыл бұрын
I went from a 230i to an M240i, both manual. I love the 2er, it’s like a new old 3 series and has that classic small saloon look. Never been in a m140i but from what I’ve read the 2 series is that little bit sharper to drive because it’s stiffer, particularly in the rear as the 2 has a solid structure where the hatch would be on the 1. Wheelbase between the 2 cars is identical, the longer body of the 2 is purely down to the elongated rear deck/boot section. The chassis is fundamentally a 3 door 1 series with some adjustments to the spring rates as is is slightly stiffer. I’ve put an LSD in mine and I’ve increased the front and rear tracks with lower offset wheels so now it’s a proper little performance car. The diff cleans up that uncertain feeling you get from the rear axle and the car feels like it’s on rails for the most part even in the rain. When the rear steps out in the dry it is very smooth and quite easy to correct, more snappy in the wet but as long as you know what to do it’s good fun. The wheels really helped out the looks also. They are actually lighter than the m140i like for like also. Interesting to hear your thoughts on it though.
@hjms79772 жыл бұрын
My previous car was a M235i and I loved it ... spent thousands on it in lockdown then before I could get a rear diff it was written off by someone who jumped a red light. Gutted I never got a chance to try with a diff, it was tuned and on springs but still felt really floaty at the rear
@conorf80912 жыл бұрын
@@hjms7977 did you get thousands back + cost of the car? That’s gutting
@EnviousOG2 жыл бұрын
@@hjms7977 wouldn't surprise me if you got more than you paid due to crazy used prices
@ShogunsDojo2 жыл бұрын
@@hjms7977 that is a real shame, for me the diff solved that floaty behaviour, the rear end grips as power goes to the outside wheel and it loads up more consistently so you know exactly when it’s gonna break away into a slide. It actually felt like I had a whole new rear end, completely connected to whatever I do with my right foot. Still doesn’t like high frequency bumps though.
@willhutchinsonfitness24812 жыл бұрын
Love the 240i perfect daily for me, hopefully I’ll have one soon
@RSTurbo502 жыл бұрын
I have an M235i with M Performace kit and its an absolute dream. I think it sounds nicer than the M240i nut appreciate its not quite as quick. If I could afford an M2 I would go for one but sadly out of my price range.
@michaelmich002 жыл бұрын
235 is fwd right? 240 is based on m2 rwd
@RSTurbo502 жыл бұрын
@@michaelmich00 nope the M235i is also RWD just the same as the M240i
@michaelmich002 жыл бұрын
@@RSTurbo50 so where does the price difference come from?
@smm65262 жыл бұрын
Super content, is that the Omega speedmaster Calv?
@ronfisher47512 жыл бұрын
Love love my 240 xdrive!
@LandscapesDronescapes2 жыл бұрын
Hi Calvin what app is that you use to check options? Thanks
@vikesh5002 жыл бұрын
I’d say the 240i because it’s more like an old 3 series - reminds me of the E36. Both good cars though, the B58 is a beast.
@Andy182w2 жыл бұрын
My thoughts as well mate. Also it’s got the same figures as the e46 m3 or there abouts!
@Ewecnt2 жыл бұрын
I have a stage 2 M140i, I’ll be honest I preferred it stage 1. It’s too fast for the roads. Get on it from any speed and 5 seconds later it’s licence loosing territory. It’s fun to upset exotica with a 4 year old 1 series, but the handling is quite vague even with my LSD and usual upgrades. What I hate most about the M140 is the way every chav in the world wants to race you. Revving up next to you, cutting in and booting off to try to goad you. I’d rather an M240 stage 1 where people tend to take less notice of you. I’d love an M2C for the handling but think it would get the same amount of boy racer attention as the M140.
@matomax32422 жыл бұрын
Hi Barry and, I agree with "vague" handling. Have you installed any mods which would improve handling, such as M3/4 LCA, etc?
@lukezajko9742 жыл бұрын
Cal what app are you using for the checks???
@aust82732 жыл бұрын
What time do you call this !??????😂😂😂😂😂😂
@CalvinsCarDiary2 жыл бұрын
🤣😂
@CalvinsCarDiary2 жыл бұрын
No idea what happened. Even I was shocked when I realised it hadn’t gone live 😆
@aust82732 жыл бұрын
@@CalvinsCarDiary just don’t do a again great video you got to love the m140i’s and m240i’s
@Makta972 Жыл бұрын
The 140i looks chavy. Maybe a ok car if you're 20 something
@Broomhillwood2 жыл бұрын
Had a 135i and then a 240i bought the coupe for its looks.
@markarcher85002 жыл бұрын
What would hold its money better calvin Golf r or 240i as thinking of financing either
@tbri55112 жыл бұрын
This is deffo what I want as my next car love the coupe look!
@Scouse.Malinois2 жыл бұрын
It's a coupe
@tbri55112 жыл бұрын
@@Scouse.Malinois yeah I meant that 🤣
@bonniedrasco81662 жыл бұрын
I absolutely hate with a passion those nasty flat bench rear seats that manufacturers having been using for the past few years for no other reason than being cheap! Shame on BMW, MB & every other luxury make who have had the front to put them in the back of their coupes and cabriolets! They look shite and ruin the car
@minhajuddin17692 жыл бұрын
What app do you use to get the cars specs??
@6894jack2 жыл бұрын
Calv can we get a BINCA tour?
@jim84622 жыл бұрын
Every time I park my M2 next to a 240 I always think it looks so much more aggressive and special and confirms I made the right choice. Many people can afford a 240 and not an m2 so are more common on the road. Yes the b58 is better before you all come at me but my m2 is stage 2 running useable power and on everyday roads is more than enough it’s the full package looks, sound, handling and Iv daily driven it for 3 and a half years and love it. Also Iv done many visual mods to enhance its already aggressive appearance.
@prometheustv20842 жыл бұрын
Stage 2 bmw 140i or 240i beats the m2 on a straight the b58 is different gravy but m2 is better handling looking and track car
@sonneyanthony69262 жыл бұрын
@@prometheustv2084 as he said tho just get a comp :)
@KiranPatel-fk1pg2 жыл бұрын
@@prometheustv2084 someone needs to b58 swap an m2
@prometheustv20842 жыл бұрын
@@KiranPatel-fk1pg man like Patel u know g
@Badmon.Bryann2 жыл бұрын
M2 are definitely more common than m240, I’ve seen 5 m2 before 1 240. M240 as a daily and if you want a solid buy of a track car with more power potential skip the m2 and get a m2c.
@realerthanmostg67182 жыл бұрын
I have no signal so I have no hope off my phone ringing either that made me laugh this guys on job
@Be22ThePig2 жыл бұрын
Had a 135i manual at the same time I had my F80 M3 Comp both 66 plates brand new. I'd often take the 135 out because it was more fun on the roads and £40k cheaper I love them.
@SatanDotExe Жыл бұрын
This exact car was on AutoTrader again recently, sold now I believe.
@bw26brw862 жыл бұрын
Definitely not pointless!! Just depends how deep your pockets are Calv. I would love a 220d as a daily and a m2 for the weekends hahah
@ttayla18142 жыл бұрын
M240i convertible?
@GIIBJ232 жыл бұрын
What is the app called that you uses to find out the options on cars?
@alexkent27132 жыл бұрын
its for trade only unfortunately
@sportsmachinerr14012 жыл бұрын
I almost bought a M240i but went for the M140i 5dr instead mainly for the added practicality. The coupe does ride slightly better though, it's less harsh at the rear due to more weight and structure but the trade-off, you hear less exhaust note.
@TBATTIECYCLING2 жыл бұрын
Evil GT sent me
@adnan32792 жыл бұрын
What is the app your using to check the specs of the car from factory?
@EVILGT2 жыл бұрын
4:15 “Who’s that chav in the Beamer” 😂😂😂
@Nathan-gh3jx2 жыл бұрын
Your beggy comments on other peoples videos are so cringe.
@EVILGT2 жыл бұрын
@@Nathan-gh3jx you have succeeded well done 👏 😂
@Nathan-gh3jx2 жыл бұрын
@@EVILGT more successful than 2 bald lads tugging each other off?
@EVILGT2 жыл бұрын
@@Nathan-gh3jx keep going 😂
@ReeceT202 жыл бұрын
Went for the 240 over the 140 simply because the insurance is half the price
@Frostyyy__2 жыл бұрын
To answer the title…… yes 😌
@Haztagz2 ай бұрын
I have an F22 M240i in black - all stock except that I installed an M Performance exhaust. Its discreet, comfortable as a DD to work and even long drives. The B58 has been very reliable too. I intend on keeping it for years to come!
@user-qd8ik7uz2k2 жыл бұрын
With the B58 engines you can't complain. However I would take the 340i over the 1/2er all day.
@Rich100002 жыл бұрын
Sounds nice
@benjourniee92852 жыл бұрын
Alright calvin . I am interested in m3 convertible you have . I have 2 cars I want to trade in towards it . I have a vw bora tdi st pd in reflex silver . stage 1 revo remap . Turbotechnics pd 150 hybrid turbo. Darkside development side mount intercooler hardpipe kit just under 200bhp and 429 nm i have print out of power run . I am one of a few bora s in UK with this power from stage one and having Turbotechnics turbo makes it that much better . Rev limiter nearly 5500 rpm . R32 steering wheel . Mk 4 recaro s . Anniversary side skirts . V6 valance front and rear spliters all colour coded . 18 inch dotz wheels smoked chrome fully refurbished. H and r cup kit 35 mm . Brembo 170 bhp drilled and vented front discs and ebc red stuff at front rear brembo discs 170 bhp discs ebc red stuff pads. Poly bushes all round . And I have a e46 325i auto sport with the m pack on the face lift model in black shaphire black leather no rust . Airbag recall completed by bmw and a complete health check which she breezed through. I always wanted a m3 . Love your channel bro . It's mega . My favourite video is with evil gt funny as . Great laugh 😅🤣
@Northernerdownsouth2 жыл бұрын
Birds B3 kit will sort the suspension 👌
@Frostyyy__2 жыл бұрын
Early 😅
@blackfalcon19922 жыл бұрын
Also worth knowing that the m240i comes from factory with an underbody brace and the m140i doesn't, not sure why BMW did that. As a m140i owner myself, the underbody brace is not expensive and when I did put it on I really noticed the difference.
@teaseotoo79132 жыл бұрын
M140 comes with an underbody brace stock on 3 door
@Scouse.Malinois2 жыл бұрын
That was true for the 35i pretty sure they're basically the same on the 40i
@ScottPC2 жыл бұрын
depends on doors and year! Mines got one from factory
@davey60246 ай бұрын
One thing that shocked me is no LSD. I had an IS200 sport i paid 2k for 15 years ago and that had an LSD with over half the power of the M240i
@Daveyboy_GolfR5 ай бұрын
Since The window trim is blacked out, I think it's a must to get some blacked out kidney grills. Just that alone with totally transform the car.
@jaysmartin Жыл бұрын
Video starts at 8:50
@The_journeyy2 жыл бұрын
Its definitely not pointless got to love the look of these 🥳
@LeoJonesMEDIA2 жыл бұрын
240i over 140 alllll day
@vollcare40762 жыл бұрын
M140 & M240 is basically the same car: - M140 more practical and for those who prefer the understated looks - M240 for those that do not care about practicality and and prefer the sedan/coupe looks
@Neil20222 жыл бұрын
I had a 135i auto, Mrs had a 235i manual. The 135 felt night and day quicker.
@codskilclanchannel64202 жыл бұрын
This is a 240
@Neil20222 жыл бұрын
@@codskilclanchannel6420 making the point that the auto felt a lot quicker.
@Gutterruns2 жыл бұрын
Drive a m240i x drive 2018 , how it compares to the m2 comp , very different vehicles but a m240i at nearly 40k with most comps going for 65-70k i believe the m240i x drive mounted with some mps4s and hood 18’ square setup it’s the best bang for buck
@Purtzel5 ай бұрын
better engine than the m2
@harrylloyd69552 жыл бұрын
Personally, I'd purchase the m235i as you can get a decent one (now) for less than 12k with low miles, Vs an m240i with similar miles for 20k.
@joehewison3972 жыл бұрын
I wish this was true, more like 17k unless you want a (cat) car
@relentlesspursuit68942 жыл бұрын
The B58 is so much more tuneable (and reliable) - the M240 is the only way to go
@harrylloyd69552 жыл бұрын
@@joehewison397 just need to low ball all these traders and you will eventually succeed, although probably won't be in a desirable paint colour. I bought an M235i
@harrylloyd69552 жыл бұрын
@@relentlesspursuit6894 Perhaps. If someone had 10-15k budget and wanted a "tuneable' car they would eventually end up with a fiesta st180. I won't be turning the m235i, what's the point lol. The m240i may be more reliable vs the m235i but most expensive repair would probably be a new gearbox and reason why I went with an m235i Vs m240i is I could buy a new gearbox for £1k Vs £2.5-3k.
@ifyouarefeelingsinister2 жыл бұрын
Man that’s crazy, you got a bargain in today’s market. Feel like that’d be cheap even before the pandemic
@Dave-22 Жыл бұрын
So cheap in the uk
@BOSKILLZX2 жыл бұрын
240s look so meh to me, Probably because I know what an M2 looks like
@phantom2k102 жыл бұрын
Nothing beats this car at its price point.With a stage 2,lsd and coilovers you've got the perfect coupe tbh.The m2 is a superior car,but its nowhere near as practical especially with that dct box.A novice wouldn't notice so much of a difference in shifting speeds between the dct and zf.The zf is probably as quick as the dct with the xhp flash btw,calvin sport mode completely cuts the traction when there isn't any heat in the tyres.It's an annoying mode tbh,but comfort traction(press the traction button once) allows way more slip on the rear,gearshifts are faster and throttle response is comforty,but still gets moving.
@IgboTIFOSI2 жыл бұрын
Ghost-II antihijack, I was told is not legal in the UK but can still be programmed
@lukejenkins93412 жыл бұрын
But how' does it compare to the M2
@codskilclanchannel64202 жыл бұрын
It’s faster but not as wide
@Chris-fo9rf2 жыл бұрын
Upgraded turbo (bigboost) RWD M240’s are absolute cheat codes now. I believe one just ran sub 5 60-130 fairly basically modded. The rear are doing 5.3-5.5 with ease.
@friggintv99022 жыл бұрын
Was this filmed in summertime?
@CalvinsCarDiary2 жыл бұрын
No mate, last week.
@Fordfocusstmk32502 жыл бұрын
Calvin.... Do you still have your E63 m6 if so please can you do a review on it?
@davidlipski8632 жыл бұрын
A friend of mine writes for car magazines and did an article on why you should not run modern cars low on fuel due to the high pressure of the fuel pumps and the injectors ending up damaged.
@KORCORP2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos… most UK KZbin videos is just mods then bought a new car
@dawe91322 жыл бұрын
Not looking forward to selling my 140i in a couple of months ☹️
@iannorman1365 Жыл бұрын
M240! all day long. Looks and style
@jj_searle82802 жыл бұрын
Nice cars along with the 140i, but if you can stretch or wait until you can get into a M2 you won't regret it
@dangarrard66972 жыл бұрын
Anyone Know what app the HPI spec checker is?
@iblurt_3072 жыл бұрын
what's the app you use to hpi check and check the spec optionals?
@paulpateman67232 жыл бұрын
Big respect to you Calvin love your videos stunning car 🇬🇧👍🇬🇧👍
@snmxdd2 жыл бұрын
what hpi checker do you use for that ?
@iainsallotment-plot52452 жыл бұрын
So glad you found some quieter roads to use on your channel
@Broke-Media Жыл бұрын
M240i on top👑
@YLCGUK2 жыл бұрын
My car was taken with keys with a ghost on it, I got it back thanks to the tracker than worked out how they did it, it wasn't too hard.
@alexiaaigbe11342 жыл бұрын
How what happened thought you can't take it with ghost on it
@hardgainer66632 жыл бұрын
Just bought one Calvin m240i ,going for stage 1 I think that’s all it needs ,love it mate
@hobgoblin93082 жыл бұрын
I just had a lsd fitted on mine. Must have upgrade for big skids....lol.
@Muckwell2 жыл бұрын
Literally the issue I have at the moment, deciding between m140i vs m240i. I do think the tyres have let you down a bit. I have always seen people running Michelin ps4s on these and they perform really well.
@j.f.47652 жыл бұрын
Ps4s dont exist with 18. Just ps4. I got an m140 and tbh they're both good motors. Looks and practicality should be the thing to consider as theyre both similar.
@Alexander_l3222 жыл бұрын
I run PS4 on my Volvo V70 18’’ r design wheels, it’s no performance car by any means but I can still chuck it about and speed in it knowing it will hold the road in the corners.
@Muckwell2 жыл бұрын
@@j.f.4765 Sorry, I meant ps4's plural. I do think the m240i looks better.
@prometheustv20842 жыл бұрын
@@Muckwell bmw 140i looks better when u get maxton kit ie: side skirts rear spoiler front splitter side skirts rear defuser etc specially in estoril blue, I got one few weeks ago
@Muckwell2 жыл бұрын
@@prometheustv2084 I would then argue if you did the same to the m240i it would look much better than the m140i with the same. Imo
@Scouse.Malinois2 жыл бұрын
Pointless??? Obviously fuckin not. Not everyone has 30-40k for an m2 or better. Plus you can pick up a decent low milage 240 or 140 for 21-22k.....spend 1k on it an you've got a 450bhp with 650nm beast😂.... find me another car for that price with them numbers🤔
@lesfernandez8882 жыл бұрын
YES, ABSOLUTELY 💯😁
@santana95372 жыл бұрын
Serious machines
@joecousins882 жыл бұрын
Your poor
@CavTurbo2 жыл бұрын
Hi
@zzhughesd2 жыл бұрын
Yes
@peterreynolds7772 жыл бұрын
M5 ☝🏻😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
@elliott86262 жыл бұрын
M240s an absolutely brilliant car, chosen this over the m2 & beat my mates m2 in a straight line. Perfect daily!
@codskilclanchannel64202 жыл бұрын
Yup, although they aren’t as wide they do everything else bettee, m2 is still beautiful
@Bjornry2 жыл бұрын
nice BMW :)
@G20Gabe Жыл бұрын
I have a stage 2 mhd m240i rwd and it’s an absolute maniac even on my 93 map I smoke so many cars I’ve never lost once tuned besides too my Buddies 340i stage 2+ too test how good id do an I only lost by half car at around 135 mph
@mintyfresh24566 ай бұрын
Was his 340i gutted?
@adinhuremovic49432 жыл бұрын
Bmw are making a new m240i
@tadstar2 жыл бұрын
Got the M240i great car until it's parked next to an M2... Just a bit plain looking I think, drives great though...