BMW M4 *550BHP* Long Term Review. 4 Years, 40,000 Miles.

[@jameskingston]

Enjoy! Hit the like button, subscribe & hit that notification bell

[@anujjoshiji5494]

Blessings From India 🇮🇳

[@mrjackbaran]

Get a Porsche they handle better on the road.

[@shona5512]

@consistency 14 Do you not see the canvas at 6:52? You fucking moron.

[@Zentrify]

You should get a giulia qv

[@jere1342]

Buy used nissan gtr. Audi rs7 is also so good.

[@RacerRich1]

I agree the M4 is a great car. I’ve had mine for 62k miles with almost no problems. Before you get rid of your M4 I highly recommend you take it to the track if you haven’t already. Only there can you truly realized what this car is capable of.

[@2024trotter]

But does the m4 break down easily?

[@inspectorchicken]

@@2024trotter like every performance car; if you buy it new and stick to the service plan while taking care of it (warming up, high octane fuel) it will be reliable. If you buy it used then it's a lottery - you can't know why in particular the car has been sold and what damages it may had and how well the car has been treated. Nowadays performance cars usually sell on a company lease and the first owner/driver does not take very good care of - car is gone in 2 years and under full warranty in that period, so why go full nerd mode?

[@dannychen6640]

I've had my 2015 m4 for a year and a half now. Put on about 20000 km now since my ownership. Gotta say it's a gem to drive.

[@jameskingston]

I agree!

[@BadgerBills]

James, as soon as I found out you were a petrolhead a few years ago I wished you would put out some more of this car content!

[@jameskingston]

Well it's your lucky day then dude! Hope you liked the video :) lots more on the way

[@BadgerBills]

James Kingston very lucky! Glad to see you’ve healed well. Cheers!

[@GeNeTiXZRVG]

to be honest 40k miles isnt that much to be fair, u should review this after 100,000 miles

[@zachminchin8452]

GeNeTiXZ RVG lotta miles for a m car

[@lucasjohnson3780]

Zach Minchin no it isn’t. Plenty of these with 200k+

[@wh1teey]

@@zachminchin8452 it really is not much for 6 cylinders

[@oneman7638]

@Noel Carvajal no more than 45k miles? damn I must be a lucky customer cuz my bmw has 238,000 miles on the clock and runs still good,lol.

[@oneman7638]

@Noel Carvajal I have an e60 bmw m5 with 112,000 miles, im the second owner, its a 6 speed manual. I have a 2015 bmw x6m auto 46k miles second owner, and I have an e46 bmw m3 6 speed manual with 236,539 miles of which i am the original owner.

[@SergeiFedorov77]

To me personally the M4 is the best looking car in it's segment, it is my dream car. I had my 335 e92 for 10 years and it was custom tuned, nothing crazy but gave me a good kick in the back. I think, when replacing it, the important thing is that it feels motivated to do so in that the replacement has to be "worth it". You'll find something :)

[@phillip9170]

Awesome video, thank you! I’ve been considering getting an M4 after a test drive, probably one of the best driving experiences I’ve ever had... super helpful video for some insight!

[@prettyrandomcrap]

I do miss your climbing videos quite a bit, but I couldn't be more happy that you transitioned into making this kind of content! The cinematography is great too and it's easy to get lost in those beautiful scenic shots. Look forward to more 🙏

[@jameskingston]

Thanks Noah!!

[@MightyQu1nn]

Just got a 2019 M4, love it too, the Dual Clutch Transmission going from reverse to 1st lags a bit, but other than that, getting it tuned, carbon fiber cold air intake enroute and downpipes. Great video, I live in Stuttgart so I'm going to find that road you mentioned once the snow thaws.

[@BosaFTW]

Komme auch aus Stuttgart und bekomme morgen meinen M4 in Valencia Orange :) Leere Downpipes und Bootmod3 Stage 2 kommen direkt drauf die Tage👌🏼

[@shona5512]

I love the production on your car content. Here's hoping you do many more. Also, did you travel to Switzerland just for this review? That's dedication.

[@jameskingston]

Thanks mate!! Nah I actually went there to film the video of the 360 camera but thought I'd kick the car content off on those insane roads!

[@_Tricky_]

Dude, I wouldn’t expect a £65,000 car to have any issues after 40k miles. I’ve got an Octavia VRS on nearly 100k and it’s still perfect. That said, you’ve tempted me - beautiful video!

[@jameskingston]

Thanks Tricky!!

[@Moolaz]

About to take delivery of a 2018 mineral grey M4 from BMW. This video settled a lot of the nerves I've been having on whether or not I've made the right decision. Thank you!

[@jameskingston]

You've made a great decision! I appreciate the comment, buddy 👍 enjoy the car!

[@Justufixion]

BMW should sponsor this video. Great review!

[@jameskingston]

Haha thank you!

[@ashmantv1886]

This reminds me of the old top gear, liking the new content James 👌🏼

[@jameskingston]

Thanks mate!!

[@tjatja2904]

ASHMAN TV old top gear? You fucking mad?

[@camillocarl5489]

That is exactly what kind of video I wanted to see after the last video ❤️ I love Swiss and your Car

[@jameskingston]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@camillocarl5489]

@@jameskingston as always :)

[@smusyk2859]

Have my M4 poster for 3yrs now, no problems at all just needs a good dusting from time time

[@OriginalAbsolute]

under 20k miles gets a new transmission. "ItS So sOLiD"

[@kennyuribe32]

Lmaoooooo

[@Okello_kev]

Money pit

[@jbones5270]

Yeah, he said warranty fixed it after 1200 miles and not a problem since. Pay attention

[@chrism3933]

@@jbones5270 A car should not give out 1200 miles in. That's ridiculously unreliable.

[@fatalradius]

It shouldn’t give out, but BMW fixed it and that’s what matters most.

[@richardbaron2948]

Wish you all the luck with the new channels direction. I'm a massive petrol head so will continue to subscribe and watch your content. Such a shame KZbin almost shut you down with your old content. It was fun to watch although my anxiety levels skyrocketed most of the time watching the extreme stuff you were doing!.. Good luck.

[@jameskingston]

Thanks so much Richard. Lots more car content on the way

[@maxkiernan4741]

you are literally my role model dude!! All you've done and achieved, RESPECT

[@harambey]

James is my dad

[@jameskingston]

[@rasharddauvergne342]

In 4 years only 40k miles. You really took care of that thing

[@SoGood09]

I was thinking the same thing

[@darkspeed62]

Yeah, and really didn't drive it THAT much considering. 10k miles per year isn't much at all tbf, especially considering I can imagine an onwer of a car like that would want to drive all the time hahaa.

[@AlecBaldwin5816]

10k a year: normal fun. 25k a year: enough time on the road to really see the far places of your state/province. I now only do 5k miles a year: no fun.

[@camrokconstruction4082]

rashard D'Auvergne that’s little for 4 years

[@essentialtech388]

My dad had a 335i convertible s2 dinan and he put only 12,000 miles in 4 years. He now just bought an m4 convertible, I hope he doesn't do the same to it. It kills me watching a car sit so long.

[@gopletkarmah2639]

Get a m5 comp, you won’t regret it

[@jameskingston]

;)

[@iMarTn777]

F90 M5 Comp*

[@drterrible8069]

iMarTn777 no

[@pg-jq3jc]

Naaah m4 much more sportscar.

[@362chop]

It’s the size of the previous “7”, pass.

[@dreamchaser6053]

I'd love to have a more in depth access to the daily life to ppl like yourself who put such low mileage on your cars. I live in the USA and know ppl like you so its not the country, but I do get to go to a lot of places and drive a 2013 Evo X, maintenance is very cheap and very little compared to what I've seen on M4 so far, but in the 6 years I've had it (bought 2015) I've put about 160k (I bought it with 70k on already) and currently sitting right at 230k so per year I average right about 25k, its MT and so far the only thing I've had to chage is the A/C compressor at 190k, other than that still running strong. I am overall happy to hear your experience and that's a solid car because I definitely use mine and expect it to be reliable, great content, keep it up!

[@jameskingston]

I was travelling for probably 80% of the years back then which is why the mileage was fairly low! I know people that baby these cars and barely do 5k a year though. Thanks mate!

[@iProCombo]

Still remember when you bought it. Glad she's treated you well! When you go to sell it, PLEASE hit me up haha I'd love to buy it and ship it to where I live.

[@jameskingston]

Haha a long time ago now but it's been really great. Haha for real?!

[@iProCombo]

@@jameskingston Definitely bro! Have a 4 series currently and would love to upgrade in the near future! :) & to have YOUR M4 would make it even better!

[@olivert.7192]

the furka pass is so beautiful. Cant wait to drive it again this year! the snow needs to melt already!

[@jameskingston]

You know it! I need to get back there this year

[@Max.Drl2t]

The editing is amazing bro. So pro.

[@AhmedHaji72]

best m series design ever made

[@Powaup]

Damn you go through tires quickly, I was switching tires between 10-15k miles for the rear and front tire were like 15-20k miles. Great build tho, love the mods

[@masonb1100]

Its crazy, i remember the first time you got the car! Ive been inspired to get either a m3, or a m4 because of you. bless you brother!

[@Knighttus]

There you go, told you you’ve other talents than just climbing, stay safe and keep doing these videos

[@andrewbailey7999]

Videos are remonetised then I see. Congrats on getting the channel back

[@jameskingston]

Thanks Andrew!!

[@powface]

The new 2020 M550i and spend the rest of your budget on upgrades instead of the M5. One of the scariest sleepers on the road currently.

[@robinthebobin6537]

The exhaust sounds sick, reminds me of the m4 gt4 race car, almost exactly the same sound!

[@dankiel]

I sold my M4, it was very sedated and only fun when entering law-breaking levels of speed. Put 75,000 miles on it in 2 years. 9MPG. Very strong car though.

[@LoLPhuocDat]

Daniel Kim what did you decide to get after?

[@dankiel]

@@LoLPhuocDat got a E36 M3, 640i, and got a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited instead. It's always a graduation from BMW M to Porsche, so maybe that

[@JC-qf1jd]

Cool video man - thanks. Im 6000 miles into my nerd grey 2018 m4 comp. Loving every day driving it. Especially like the apron gauge you've fitted - unfortunately their not available anymore though.

[@jameskingston]

Thanks man! Love the Nardo! Mine's gonna come out when I sell the car so keep your eyes on eBay haha

[@peterwood2633]

Agree M5 competition looks far too plain but it's a monster and tune to 750-800bhp possible fairly easily

[@jonmarcello1810]

That your smiling like that after 4yrs say's it all!!!!

[@Seeyan86]

start of narrative: “I’m gonna be absolutely transparent with you guys” 4:23: “It’s been ABSOLUTELY PERFECT”

[@tylersmith433]

I have 76k miles on my tuned m4 now, I’ve had to do front thrust bushings, intake manifold developed a vacuum leak and had to be replaced, and I have a weird vibration over 100mph now.. the car makes me super happy, but the other thing people don’t talk about is the depreciation.

[@pricopmadalin2880]

And nowbody say how much money is spend for care after 60-70k miles! For that people sold the care! Not just that care

[@randyowusu8504]

By listening to your love for cars the M5 is the best for you.

[@Zebsterr]

Love the colour grading on this mate! (And the car ofc!) I work for Shuttergang Labs so if you'll need any carbon bits for your M5 give me a shout, I will get you a discount where I can!

[@v2lley]

Look at the carbon bits @zedsly had on his m5. They make the car look beast

[@Milliondollarperson]

FACTS

[@raykay91]

James, please do more car videos, this was great! Also, I've never been happier to skip an ad on KZbin. I am glad to see you've been monetised again.

[@jameskingston]

Thank you so much buddy. Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@chillipompom5263]

Wish i was there to take some dang photos of this beauty in those mountains

[@andrewhopkins1677]

you have the dream set up, beautiful spec, i wouldn’t have changed one thing

[@rashikhokhar9035]

The background....those mountains got distracted from a good looking m4 damn

[@DutchElite98]

The cinematography 😍

[@jameskingston]

Thanks buddy! Means a lot :)

[@joshuavincent7884]

its been perfect...just needed a whole new transmission but other then that VERY reliable!

[@dodo19923]

Could be his car in particular that was a lemon, they're more common than wanted but nothing like the haters make out. People own bmw's for years with zero issues, some are just unlucky and something goes wrong..... luck of the draw i say.

[@5abivt]

Great video 👌🙌🏼. Picked up my 16 M4 just 2 months ago and I love it 😇

[@tylerdowd]

insane roads in Switzerland

[@bobpall3676]

Beautiful car man 👍👍

[@maxlong6952]

Finally car content

[@jameskingston]

Woooo. Hope you liked it bud

[@Powaup]

Watching this video again because it’s Soo well made

[@jameskingston]

Thank you so much mate!!

[@erictantaru3701]

The perfect car for you I think would be the Alfa Romeo Gulia Quadrifoglio: 4 seater 4 door, 500+ hp stock, has bare carbon fibre stock, and Ferrari engine that you can tune the daylights out of. M5 and RS6 are good too but I think too basic. You get the Gulia you stand out and it’s also loud asf. Look into it you won’t be disappointed :)

[@Dragonvale105]

And it breaks after 5k miles

[@erictantaru3701]

SSavage no it doesn’t, unless you are incredibly unlucky.

[@Dragonvale105]

@@erictantaru3701 lol 90 percent of those cars are lemons

[@erictantaru3701]

Latvietis96 I guess but it depends how much u tryna spend

[@josef5040]

No matter what you will say - BMW M4 F82 is the best. Cool video guy 😉

[@haraldkrull2549]

That is a freaking monster😈😈😈😈

[@micraw714]

Good review James! I had an f80 M3 and traded it for a macan s when my son was born. Looking to get into another M and thinking of giving the e92 a run 😁

[@harriswatkins6535]

how is this going? i have the same thought, but was worried even the macan turbo wouldn't fill the hole

[@micraw714]

@@harriswatkins6535 it's a good family vehicle and handles well for an suv but yeah nothing like the M was 😭

[@yuanjiawu5739]

nice car! i had mine for 1 year now and i enjoy it

[@LoLPhuocDat]

i know you talked about SIZE but what about the m2 comp the ultimate drivers car that looks sickkkkkk . an m2 comp murdered in black and carbon like holyyyy

[@jameskingston]

They do look good!

[@easyskiphire]

Great great video man. Loved it

[@Gaffer01]

That car is unreal! Meanwhile im stuck with a vauxall corsa

[@Divinitatem]

Work hard lad then ya can have whatever you like😎

[@Gaffer01]

Chris Robinson trueee, im still in college tho

[@robgas45]

The M4 is incredible, but wanna emphasize nature as well I don't know where it is, but it is pretty awesome!

[@shawnkay5462]

You should rent cars on the Turo app and drive them around.

[@pierreneubau4525]

M8 bro... looks savage AF and got carbon parts (stock as well as aftermarket)

[@jameskingston]

Oooooooo

[@itslukkeee]

This was epic, loved it. You enjoy a drivers car, go for the M5 looks a lot better than the merc, the exhaust is a bit meh on the BM though, but as a drivers car it's better than the Mercedes. RS6 for sheer ridiculous exhaust noise and road presence, thats a tough one.

[@jameskingston]

Thanks Luke!! Glad you enjoyed it :) yeah love the M5 and with a bit of carbon and a decat it could be savage!!

[@mack3001]

wasnt a fan of the fact there was going to be a new direction on the channel but i fucking loved this video

[@jcbefree7325]

I've driven the M5s They're absolute monsters

[@jaz7119]

Is it bro ? Im planning to buy the f20 one

[@jaz7119]

F10*

[@jcbefree7325]

Yeah Im a BMW mechanic and the way those are are it can be a beautiful luxury ride or with the click of a button it turns into a monster. First time I drove one it took me totally by surprise had me yelling holy shit haha

[@jaz7119]

M3forMe lmao haven’t experienced it yet but hopefully soon.

[@DownShiftThrottle]

Great vid mate, I just picked up a 2017 M4. Thanks for addressing the factual stuff. Love it. Enjoyed the relaxed approach!

[@akselihillman4580]

5:53 ok that sounds perfect to me

[@ianmitchell9102]

Great honest review, subscribed !!

[@Mbr1]

Need to get an M5!

[@fungames24]

Well, the biggest rattle for older bmw's is the rear shock mount. The rattling part of it is inside the cabin. F30 and later moved it outside.

[@wheresAudemar]

Get a c63s coupe it’s a Biturbo and with a few mods it looks so badass

[@jacobdolphin8981]

What a great video more car content needed man 👌👌👊👊

[@jameskingston]

Thanks Jacob!!

[@haraldkrull2549]

Had a Ford focus commercial before this video...😂😂😂😂

[@Pr3nt]

Max Mustermann got a alfa romeo 🤷‍♂️

[@Erpiiix]

Didn't have ad because i pay KZbin monthly so they can pay fraction of it to all of the KZbinrs i watch and not show me ad's

[@Bobbylordify]

That is not the Furka pass but the Grimsel pass. Furka is the one in the background at 0:44. Never mind, cool video!

[@dailydriven991]

Tires every 5k miles! You know this guy is having some fun with the car 🤣🤣🤣

[@shan1shorts]

BROTHER WHEN YOU LOVE SOMETHING THAN NOTHING IS EXPENSIVE!! BMW M4 IS MY LOVE, DREAM. AND MANY OTHER'S.........

[@mikkdoo]

If you really want to replacethe M4, take the M5, anything else is just not a replacement but lose of fun!

[@chargr383]

Glad to see you back online. Was wondering what happened to you. Hope to see more videos in the future.

[@SimplyChrono]

I'm a AMG man but there's one car surely not mentioned. R35 GTR facelift

[@seangso]

Hey James I bought my M440i and of course had a stage one tune, and a sport back exhaust installed with all the carbon fibre trim, couldn't do a catback because of emissions

[@iMarTn777]

As a m4 owner for a year (20 000 km) the most annoyng thing is the stiffnes of the suspension, especcialy when you live on eastern Europe ( Estonia) and the roads arent the best. Its just very tireing to drive this car everyday on bad roads ( potholes etc)

[@nassermohd2317]

Ha .. i have m4 to but i don't feel suspension is stiff or maybe the road where i live is to good

[@kungfuhustle6363]

10k a year good hearty real world review my friend I actually enjoyed watching 👍🏾.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Owned an M4 4 4 years m8

[@npc3829]

A fucking dream car right here. One thing about BMW, they make the best looking cars in my opinion. They look so damn aggressive.

[@Sioux42]

The new RS7 :D

[@eastonhenke3842]

This is an awesome video man. well done.

[@hellooohowareudoing]

Do you still climb things for fun (Not for youtube) , or have you given it up entirely?

[@shawnkay5462]

neons KZbin forced him to stop

[@hellooohowareudoing]

@@shawnkay5462 I know...I was just wondering if he carried on as a hobby outside of KZbin

[@jameskingston]

Nah pretty done with it now!

[@hellooohowareudoing]

@@jameskingston Thank you so much for the reply!!

[@wjohnsonism]

Great review! I occasionally click on M3/M4 reviews to renew the love for my F80 with a 6 speed manual. Definitely a lot of bang for the buck.

[@leon_ego]

Your M4 needs LCI tail lights ;)

[@jameskingston]

Haha I know they're so nice but it isn't sticking around for much longer so no point really.

[@flaviomartinho1753]

I got a 2016 340i with 126k and so far no problems Runs mint B58 it's a great engine

[@HShango]

lucky, I wish i can afford one like that (similar)

[@TimWilliamsHD]

Great vid matey! What in car can do you use? Quality and exposure is on point!!!

[@jameskingston]

Thanks man! I use a GoPro Hero 7 Black for the internal stuff :) I tried various setups with my A7iii but overall it didn't seem to be worth the effort. The GoPro comes out better in every way! Gotta have a proper mic setup though for sure. I think having good audio makes the video feel better quality. Links to all my equipment are in the description if you're curious!

[@isnamak]

wow only 40k miles in 4 years :O my bmw 428i will complete its 4 years in one month and its mileage is already 76k xD

[@Californification]

Been pretty happy with my 16 M3 that I picked up in Munich (Aug 15). Good memories of Furka Pass. Amazing Amazing roads. Other place I loved as well was Sella Pass in the Dolomites.

[@RedandWhiteKlopp]

Do we need this many ads on such a short video? Everyone has to make money but there is a tipping point where they make people turn off completely.

[@jameskingston]

Noted.

[@SuperDigitalMe]

Adblock plus

[@mytube9314]

Get the m8 competition! 🙏🏼

[@runstar2943]

E63S with a bit of tuning its insane or GT63S 4-DOOR its even quicker...

[@jameskingston]

Yessssss

[@runstar2943]

U wish...

[@sebastiankulesza3782]

Thank you for this content mate! Great information you just helped me with my decision on a 4 door manual which is basically a smaller and better looking M5😅💪😎🤘

[@srs_lol]

3:58 bublblbublblublublublublblbu 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@liam-n8098]

Sharokis that was gay asf