Hope you enjoyed this video guys, figured some potential M240 xDrive owners might find it useful. I'm actually driving one for a couple hours on UK soil next week, what do people want to know for this particular model...? Cheers and see you all soon 👊
@mikerayner59382 жыл бұрын
Great vid. I will be replacing my manual M240i when the time comes. Extra help on specking is very valuable. I’ve got black with red leather and would like to repeat, but I can’t see a red leather choice on the car speccer.
@ChipZilla692 жыл бұрын
Good idea. People will like this format.
@JA-no8in2 жыл бұрын
Great vid, even if some of the info doesnt help someone like myself for the packages due to my locale. I'm a US customer and have a build date the first week in March. We get a few more tire options between all season, performance run flats and non-performance run flats, but generally speaking, similar in packages and pricing. I would have loved to see the true M performace seats, but i can wait for the M2. 😀 One thing I would love to see, though it's rarely shown in reviews, is nighttime driving, lighting discussions, etc. Apart from that, keep doing what you're doing because it's brilliant!
@jdc09072 жыл бұрын
Would be great for a comparison as a daily driver between m240i, m340i and m440i
@dredsist2 жыл бұрын
I've currently got the M2C and was wondering how the performance of the new M240i compared? Could I replace it with one of these?
@cephasmakuzva2 жыл бұрын
We need more of these speccing videos. Its fun to explore the configurator with the dealer insight of Tony Lewis
@Ukgyt992 жыл бұрын
Nice i Just got an M140i Today i'm a few years behind you but i'm Absolutely Buzzing.
@zacboi942 жыл бұрын
Nice spec video, crazy how pricing had already changed since this video. I've just ordered a 230i -pro pack -Tech pack -sunroof -heated steering wheel -lumbar support -tech pack -Brooklyn Grey
@andyb-com2 жыл бұрын
I ordered mine last year to replace my F22 M240i without seeing any in real life and before any reviews came out. Arrived last month and not regretted it one bit. Maybe because it's currently a rare car (due to delivery delays) but i am seeing loads of photos being taken of it, whether its when i am driving or when at traffic lights. Not had a negative comment about it yet from anyone. Such a pity that some delivery dates now are late 2023.
@reecea543214 күн бұрын
How has it been? Tempted to move from my m240i as well.
@christracy1302 жыл бұрын
I bought a shadowline, black sapphire with tacora red interior. It has the premium package, upgraded HK sound system and the cooling & high performance tire pack. I’ve been driving trucks for the last 16 years and owned a ‘73 2002 many years ago. I’ve been wanting a 1 or 2 series for years. My truck decided it was done and I bought the m240i. It was time to have fun driving again! This thing is fast and handles better than I imagined. It’s also a wonderful road trip car. I drove from San Francisco to LA and back averaging 33 mpg while enjoying a very comfortable ride in comfort mode. Put it in sport plus and the car is transformed. I spent more than I wanted but it was a clear choice for me compared to other cars in its price range.
@geebee22762 жыл бұрын
I had no idea about the ordering process of the individual packages so this was a valuable insight for me and really entertaining to watch. Having only purchased second hand so far but will shortly go this process, it helps big time to know what I’m going to be looking at. Thanks Joe, and to you too Tony, for a really well presented video. I’m hoping the NZ dealers are as patient and accomodating as you clearly are.
@nitrox1502 жыл бұрын
Seemed to be quite a common theme with the new BMWs that the cars look better in person compared to the pictures, seen a few M3s, 4 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupes and all of them look so much better in person then they did in the pictures, the pictures don't tend to grab the proportions too well in these new styles, I'm guessing this 2 Series Coupe will also look good in person.
@xshearsy40422 жыл бұрын
Have to agree, except for the 2GC, still think that thing is hideous, and is also pointless 😂
@seechim2 жыл бұрын
@@xshearsy4042 Who at BMW let the 2GC out of the design department 😂🤮 Or the 2 Series Active Tourer! 🤮🔫
@xshearsy40422 жыл бұрын
@@seechim For me it seems pointless too, it doesn’t even look like a 2 series, atleast the 4GC looks like a 4 series. If you want a 4 door 2 series, just get a 3 series or a 4GC
@jc944t2 жыл бұрын
I just ordered my US spec M240i in Portimao Blue with Cognac interior so it can be done for N. America ...can't wait! Test drove one last week here in Stuttgart and couldn't believe the power of the B58 engine. Got a feeling the advertised HP/torque numbers for this car are conservative !
@faz80552 жыл бұрын
NOTHING better than a speccing/Configurator vid! Keep up the good work Joe!!
@bh45602 жыл бұрын
In that purple it is the top 5 best looking bmw ever! Stunning and i love the rear end too. 😍
@marktierney29862 жыл бұрын
On Friday 24 Feb I updated my M240i order to include the No893 Wheel & Tyre pack as suggested by Joe. Thank you guys your detailed explanation on what was in this and other options. This has really helped me refine my order. Now she is Grey on Red leather and brakes with Gloss black replacement for all the external cerium grey. And textured aluminium instead of piano black interior. Build March due June 22.
@JoeAchilles12 жыл бұрын
Great to hear Mark, thanks for the message and good luck with everything when she arrives 👌
@emza71702 жыл бұрын
Is red leather an option?
@marktierney29862 жыл бұрын
@@emza7170 Yes Red Leather seats are a standard option with and a little leather on the door cards.
@tonysag96262 жыл бұрын
I live in America and had mine since December and I can say it’s much better in person than the pictures have you believe. I was very unsure until I seen it. I traded from the previous generation and I agree styling leaves something to be desired the performance it’s on another level.
@smc20692 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more with Joe's point about passive suspension on the m140. Ride never felt settled on uk roads and was the worst part of the car by far. In future I'll always be going with adaptive
@ScottPC2 жыл бұрын
Its harsh but as soon as I swapped to non runflats it made a huge difference.
@smc20692 жыл бұрын
@@ScottPC i heard that so swapped to mps4's but didnt improve it much ride was still poor
@n3rdstrength4 ай бұрын
Thanks Joe, I just bought a used 2022 and this really helped me understand what's on the car - it's so confusing on their builder.
@Frank9302 жыл бұрын
@18:48 thanks Joe, I am currently speccing an M240i and I couldn't find any information about the M Adaptive Suspension. Very helpful seeing all the detailed info not available to the public👍
@LitleBear2 жыл бұрын
I went from literally not even knowing this car existed to seriously wanting one/considering trading in my car. Give me purple, blue, white with tan interior and the sporty rubber. Almost the perfect sporty daily.
@Parallellines602 жыл бұрын
This video was brilliant. I wasn’t sure what the M Pack offered over the M240i Pro Pack, so was so grateful for someone talking through that. Ordered one last week, Sapphire Black, M240i Pro Pack, Tech Pack, Comfort Pack, M Pack with sunroof and illuminated accents. Can’t wait. Always producing top review / driving content, Joe, but these informative videos are just as fantastic and a genuine help for those of us looking to buy. Cheers 👍🏻
@tomh16462 жыл бұрын
Love your style with the usual reviews, but really enjoy watching the spec videos.
@Navigawter2 жыл бұрын
Perfect...I just came from dealer questioning exactly what you covered. Glad you covered seats also. Here in Canada they are not offered. Nice work.
@ollyrukes2 жыл бұрын
Your BMW doesn’t come with seats in Canada??!! :shocked face:
@Kelveron2 жыл бұрын
Really look forward to seeing the M240i on the road. At first I wasn't sure when I saw it online, but really starting to like the looks now and just wonder how it'll look in the flesh. That purple metallic really suits it, imo!
@KarlkEst2 жыл бұрын
Tow bar on a m240i is great! Not many cars are fun to drive and have a towing capability. This is one of the reasons why I am warming bit to the new M240i. Really hoping that new M2 will also have it but doubt it. Jet-ski, snowmobile and so on need to be towed!
@roisinroisin2 жыл бұрын
The towbar was the reason I've swapped from a TT to the 240i. Need to carry the bikes!
@psbdar2 жыл бұрын
Going ordering one on Monday, Thanks these are really important as it is not always obvious what the packs do
@gazzalawson7 ай бұрын
Very useful, especially that the upgraded suspension is a must! 👍
@InfamousPuddin2 жыл бұрын
Joe, you got me changing my order from black sapphire to Portamo blue with cognac now. I was wanting too already. Now I’m sold!
@foltan12 жыл бұрын
Speccing cars is definitely an interesting video because it gives an insight to something that the majority of people will have never seen. It's informative for people that want to order a car soon, and it's interesting for car fans that just like to dream!
@MrWesternDuke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Joe, it was invaluable consumer advice! The ordering process can feel highly pressured (mostly self-induced) and it is easy to get a bit carried away 'in the moment'. Seeing you go through the spec on a car I am seriously considering (test drive pending) and with Tony's insight it has allowed me to apply a bit of rational thought before taking the plunge.
@441stainesphil52 жыл бұрын
Great video, definitely want to see more like this, especially with Tony
@paulglowacz1765 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video...very interesting and helpful 👍
@MrWesternDuke2 жыл бұрын
I had a look at one on Saturday. It was very obvious that Tony knows the spec of the car far better than the salesman I spoke to!
@BinaryBlueBull2 жыл бұрын
I just ordered a 330e M-sport in Belgium and heard from the dealer, who is a friend of mine, that they have received a mail from BMW that the HK sound system is available for order again. Don't know if that is across the full range but it appears that the possibility has been expanded below this M240i once more. Lead time is also much shorter now, "only" 4 months. I ordered a 320e about 7-8 months ago and that still hasn't arrived and I had to drop the HK sound system on that one. The chip shortage seems to be slowly getting better. Just a heads up for anyone looking to order. Apart from that, I love these speccing videos, keep making them!
@michaelcoussement43352 жыл бұрын
Belgian here as well. Ordered an i4 M50 in January, dealer says delivery around July 2023. One can only hope they do it faster, but apparently Belgium did not get a lot of i4 (M50) allocations, compared to NL.
@BinaryBlueBull2 жыл бұрын
@@michaelcoussement4335 An i4 M50, nice one, that is a beast of a car. I was considering that one over the 330e M-sport but the dealer said the same: realistic delivery time is about at the start of 2024 and he didn't think it was going to be sooner, sorry to say. Official delivery time was indeed somewhere in 2023 but he said he would be surprised if that was accurate, realistically. It's apparently indeed because not a lot of M50's were allocated to Belgium, my friend said the same, and it appears to be hugely popular. I decided not to get one because I need my car sooner
@michaelcoussement43352 жыл бұрын
@@BinaryBlueBull I still have a nice car to wait it out (Maserati Ghibli) and didn't need a new car immediately, just in time before a Maserati becomes very unwanted in the Belgian fiscal climate...
@BinaryBlueBull2 жыл бұрын
@@michaelcoussement4335 Yup, same reason I'm going for a hybrid. Next one will be fully electric. I will truly miss the roar of an ICE but it would be fiscally irresponsible of me to buy another pure ICE car again, especially because I do want some actual performance as well
@michaelcoussement43352 жыл бұрын
@@BinaryBlueBull 330e M Sport is an awesome car for sure! I just couldn't pass on an M branded +500hp car that would cost me a lot less than my Ghibli. And finally I'll have a car with carbon parts, been wanting that for 10 years hahaha. Surprisingly cheap on the M50. Patiently counting down...
@ystebadvonschlegel32952 жыл бұрын
LOVE spec videos with explanations - the configurators of most auto companies leave so many details out - really helpful! Thanks
@shinymike43012 жыл бұрын
Well done, Joe and Tony. Ordered my m240i last week here in States, will be here in May. Can't wait!! Joe's review was one of the reviews that sold me!
@LitleBear Жыл бұрын
Just ordered mine, waiting patiently. Milltek exhaust on the way!
@hartgemini007 Жыл бұрын
Hi Joe- picking my M240I in Brooklyn Grey with Congnac leather which looks stunning on Saturday - what was really surprising is the 230I with similar spec was only £100 pm less so complete no brainer using Alphera finance.
@johnnytriathlon2 жыл бұрын
Ordered mine in August, looking like I’ll get it in July. Cannot wait.
@marvusparvus2 жыл бұрын
always a pleasure. cool to get some detailed talk & pictures on this cool car.
@phillipchandler88622 жыл бұрын
Very worthwhile video Joe with the informed advise/comments from Tony. Makes simple sense of the configurator.
@aerosman682 жыл бұрын
Nice video, Joe. I ordered one after driving it at the Test Day in Munich last year. A big issue here in Ireland is the Pro Pack is a €3k extra (and it really would be a no-brainer at that) but it pushes the car into the top CO2 band. The result is the Pro Pack effectively becomes a €10k+ option here.
@zackzada2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe this was very helpful. Just spec'd mine (US model) mid June build for mis July delivery. After watching this I'm adding the pro tire pkg and illuminated M trim. + the cognac seats. But I think those are the base seat for the US... Your spec-ing was a lot more detailed than the dealer.
@tptboy1974 Жыл бұрын
Nobody talks about the summer tire versus All season tire option....the all season tire option comes with a 130 mph governor. If you plan on tracking the car, this is an issue.
@jp621-h2m2 жыл бұрын
This video is amazing. Even though M240i is far over my budget I like to spec it online. Was hard for me to understand all the options (still easier than Porsche). But this is nice insight.
@seanprins91442 жыл бұрын
Please do a configuration video of the M135i or M340i 😎
@kabir.dhingra2 жыл бұрын
This is cool! Could you do this with the M550i?
@ikes192 жыл бұрын
Nice spec. I think Thundernight would also pair well with the cognac interior. Unfortunately here in Aus cognac interior is not currently an option but we are offered Tacora Red
@marktierney29862 жыл бұрын
In Oz you can have cognac leather but you have to upgrade to the MSports seats that do not have lumbar support. So extra cost and a thinner seat but they look great if your back can take it. Mine could not so I ordered Grey with red leather & red brakes both no cost options in Oz.
@ikes192 жыл бұрын
@@marktierney2986 good to know. When I checked a few weeks ago I was told it wasn’t available at present
@MrDrivingFaster2 жыл бұрын
This has been a VERY informative video. I am getting this car and wasn’t clear on the options, now I know what to order.
@phileagle84322 жыл бұрын
This is a really great video Joe! As said elsewhere it’s great to get the insightful knowledge of an expert dealer and to know what tools and resources they have to help out together a configuration. It’s also great to get a real world understanding of what an option does. As someone who prefers a bit of comfort I’ve always looked away from the M adaptive suspension thinking it was primarily to stiffen things up even more. Knowing that it actually gives you a wider range of options at both ends of the suspension setups is a revelation as is that the standard suspension is probably a little more sporty than you think as it has hit a job to do. Love that description! If we can do more of these and in particular any that go into new technologies and options as they come out so we can understand what they actually are and mean that would be great! Fantastic video though, great job 👏
@wleng2 жыл бұрын
Tony I am local to Melbourne BMW and had been a customer for over 20 years. But in the last few years it just isn't the same dealership anymore!
@michaelalcock6242 жыл бұрын
Great video Joe. Very interested in changing from my m2 comp. Sure it would suit my needs better as a year round daily. Really helpful explaining the specification choices.
@danielcamp90542 жыл бұрын
I know your not a fan, but could you spec an i4 M50 with Tony please? And discuss PCP payment examples?
@igelkotten822 жыл бұрын
Would like to see you go threw ordering individual manufaktur options with Tony and hear Tonys experience dealing with Bmw real individual options.
@kccar2562 жыл бұрын
Hi Joe, great vids. It looks like on the configurator that Pro Pack is no longer an option when selecting the 893 M Wheels. Anyone know why? Can the different options from the pack be selected separately?
@Bimmer_Bill2 жыл бұрын
I ordered one with the standard wheel/tire package because it will be far cheaper to put aftermarket wheel/tires on it and sell the stock ones.
@hartgemini007 Жыл бұрын
Hi Joe -just wondered when you are testing the BMW 2 SERIES 230I -currently own a 435D M Sport X Drive which I need to change in the next 6 months due to mileage. Love the M240i having had the previous fully loaded M235i which was a great car, but need the better mileage of the 230i plus with the right kit looks virtually the same.
@BobcatBart2 жыл бұрын
Got mine ordered, can't wait!
@cephasmakuzva2 жыл бұрын
Howd you spec it
@BobcatBart2 жыл бұрын
@@cephasmakuzva Brooklyn Grey, Tacora Red interior, and every option except wireless charging. Didn't want my phone catching the car on fire. lol
@cephasmakuzva2 жыл бұрын
@Bart M you know what. I like it. That red is gonna pop on that beautiful brooklyn grey. Brooklyn is my favourite colour. And your one is fully loaded option wise, all the technology and comfort options. All the goodies.
@shaheenevans2 жыл бұрын
Very smooth spec JA! I specced Same options but Brooklyn grey and red interior on 19s with sunroof. Still need to pull trigger but my heart says keep my m140i and add a new Nissan z in serian blue manual to the garage.
@vishalprajapati8840 Жыл бұрын
Joe, obviously love your content and appreciate your opinions a lot. Could you please, please, please, Please do a proper comparison between rear wheel drive and xdrive version of G42 M240i? Is rear wheel drive still considerably more fun and worth looking out for? Thank you so much
@davidmills47202 жыл бұрын
Very informative as usual. I had ordered already and don’t think I’ve ballsed it up. Mine will be the only Melbourne Red around!
@johngarvey86112 жыл бұрын
I must correct Tony its parking assistant plus not parking assistant with camera's all round the car, very informative video though very informative thanks Joe and Tony.
@danI435412 жыл бұрын
Interesting that the UK doesn’t get many or rather any wheel options. In Germany you can have the standard wheels in full black too and some other design. But Pro Pack is kinda a must on the 240i anyway imo. Although the normal 220i M sport can have it too, which is a bit of a shame. And loved watching this, I’m also spending way way too much time on configurators, so this type of video is perfect for me. Glad you got inspired by Nick, he’s a great lad!
@ScottPC2 жыл бұрын
I've seem the purple one on the road around Hampshire. It looks amazing in purple!!! Not sure about the blue but thats your choice!... Lets hope its not as popular as the past Estoril blue.
@ianwallace68457 ай бұрын
Just watched video for second time. Going in to Peter Vardy Edinburgh tomorrow to finalise order and pay deposit
@simodthebod42562 жыл бұрын
Great idea for future videos Joe. Certainly as someone who will probably never be in a position to buy such a car from new... I find it fascinating to watch. Definitely more please 👍🏽
@Adam-M12 жыл бұрын
I do enjoy these videos, more so than the speccing videos of other channels!
@dtpazz2 жыл бұрын
Is TRL's mic not working? He sounds at the end of a tunnel 😂
@andrewcubbage10072 жыл бұрын
Really good video, I have one on order (no delivery date yet) with a similar but not identical specification to the one in the video. Really looking forward to getting it!
@bill282572 жыл бұрын
Awesome idea, really interesting to find out what options you can spec on different cars, keep it up guys.
@markbillington59852 жыл бұрын
Watch out for M240 Pro Pack. It costs £1700 but pushes CO2 to the next bracket new car tax so actually adds £2150 to the price. I still ordered it. Delivery next month!
@Veyronp872 жыл бұрын
speccing videos are really fun because of the "what if" haha
@peterwatson90472 жыл бұрын
I'd like confirmation regarding the features of the standard equipment 'Adaptive LED headlights' - the online configurator says " A dazzle-free High-Beam Assistant automatically excludes other road users from the illumination pattern without completely deactivating the high-beam headlights." So is this the camera based magic beam masking like I have with the Xenon's on my 2016 2 series which I optioned but rarely see on another 1 or 2 series from that time? I commute a lot on fast rural roads in the dark and have got used to it and think it's great.
@eugenux2 жыл бұрын
actually, I would order one if I would afford it. the xdrive 240i seems quite the road warrior/sleeper.
@pjmoody2 жыл бұрын
Go for it Joe. You deserve it mate!
@mrjamesmay35482 жыл бұрын
Is this going to have a bonkers waiting list? I really want one of these, well I’d really want an M2C but that will be out of reach I think while the prices are on the raise.
@andrewhurstcars2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Joe. Yes carry on with the speccing videos 👍🏻. They will also be a useful resource for second-hand buyers further down the line.
@andrewmontague26362 жыл бұрын
Really excellent vid Joe, so useful, and has confirmed my option choices for the M240i I’m planning to order once I’ve driven one, are pretty much spot on!
@davidcupra49132 жыл бұрын
Does anyone else think Tony looks like Ian bill from eastenders 😃 great video joe ur killing it lately 😊
@danjones18192 жыл бұрын
Great insightful video. Just wish I’d seen this before ordering mine. 👍
@seanprins91442 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video Joe! Thanks 🎉
@scottgreen65232 жыл бұрын
Great information but the price at the end would have been handy,
@hitek39432 жыл бұрын
I'd really like to order a M240i as a summer car, but I hesitate only because you can't spec G42 with laser lights which is so much better looking than the only adaptive LED housing.
@vomErsten2 жыл бұрын
I just want to be able to: 1.) Delete the sunroof off the M240i 2.) Have the adaptive headlights without the Live Cockpit Pro 3.) Spec M-Performance seats in Oyster (they should totally offer a Silversone interior on this model) ...Still ordered one anyway. Greetings from the US!
@lotsofcurveslover2 жыл бұрын
Yep, I hate sunroofs. All they do is make it impossible for me to wear a helmet and add weight.
@rhysmainwaring3962 жыл бұрын
Really looking forward to seeing and having a go as it's on my list as my next car
@steventhomas67822 жыл бұрын
Great video- Do the Australian BMW dealers have the same configurator
@michaelnicholson99192 жыл бұрын
Hi joe Have the 440imht which is great car, should I swap to the 240i saw one at my dealership looks stunning
@dcraig8142 жыл бұрын
Love these configurator videos Joe.
@nuckv75442 жыл бұрын
I know you dislike EV’s but with how in demand the i4 is I think it would be great to see you spec one
@harryblinkhorn2792 Жыл бұрын
I'm looking at buying a new BMW m240i watching this video I'm thinking of the pro pack and the suspension pack, would you recommend anything else
@aviator-kn8zq2 жыл бұрын
I get the angular racier lines, its the design direction they are going for these days. But its doesn't flow , that rear looks, well, rear ended in an accident. Surely looks better in person. Better than the M3.
@hec63262 жыл бұрын
I enjoy the speccing videos! Nice vibe and geeky Bimmer hahah
@mrhmd83082 жыл бұрын
When is M2 coming out?
@clivechattaway1992 жыл бұрын
Should get mine 12th March, can’t wait to see one.
@rmr51842 жыл бұрын
The same day I should get my M340i Touring:)
@craigcarter76792 жыл бұрын
Really think this is a great idea Joe doing this type of video - it’s really informative and helps you understand the options! 👍 keep them coming!
@richardclarke50072 жыл бұрын
Love the speccing videos Joe, definitely would like to see more!
@aj-audi65652 жыл бұрын
I've spent many an hour looking through configurators 😂 I'd be impressed if you did one on Audi and spent more than 30sec on options - I've ordered an A5 and the only major option was Comfort and Sound 😟 (which I opted for 👍). I'm disappointed that I couldn't get Parking Assist Plus which gives you the option to have the car steer itself in to a parking spot 😔 But generally a good spec anyway. I couldn't even get an engine\model badge delete - now that's just lazy on their part.
@ianmitchell91022 жыл бұрын
Would ordering M-adaptive suspension be pointless if you then went and got Eibach springs from motech ?
@DR-ld4jn2 жыл бұрын
No because its the dampers that are adaptive, not the springs
@ianmitchell91022 жыл бұрын
@@DR-ld4jn ok cheers
@chrisclokey48402 жыл бұрын
What is availability and delivery times like? I had been interested in the M240i but with no demo's to test drive its not been possible, just don't understand people ordering a £50k car without ever having seen or driven one.
@rare64992 жыл бұрын
So many people do these days. They just either don’t care how they drive, or because they are getting it on PCP it’s generally a short Ownership anyway. Seems more about the car ticking boxes than actually how it drives. If it drives well that’s a cherry on top :D
@Dynamodux2 жыл бұрын
I ordered mine Nov / Dec time and it got delayed til June!
@Dynamodux2 жыл бұрын
@@Eric-fz7on hopefully not, it's not even released yet here (in the UK) hoping the wait will be worth it though! Hope you get your car soon!
@raisinisamazing62342 жыл бұрын
I’ve got one of these and I don’t particularly like it. If your wondering I’m quite tall and it doesn’t suit my driving position. I am switching to a bmw i4 m50