Should a BMW M850i Be My Next Daily?

Is the BMW M850i the right candidate to be my next daily driver in Germany? After the departure of the M5 earlier this year, no real replacement has arrived but it's time to think about fixing that! The M850i offers style and elegance, with ample power and a degree of practicality, so what do we think?
Joining BMW UK in Spain I drive the M850i and also the 840d back to back to get a feel for whether it would be the right choice on a second outing. With the 8 Series Coupe having recently arrived, these are the two models that are available for now although they will be joined by an M8 in future - a prototype for which I recently experienced. No doubt the M8 Gran Coupe will be an incredible car but for the time being it's rather far away to start thinking about at this stage.
The M850i has 520PS and 750nm from the 4.4 twin turbo V8, delivered through permanent xDrive as opposed to the switchable M xDrive system that's found in the M5 and future M8. To drive it has a huge dynamic range from being gentle and relaxed to confident and sporty at the other extreme, but does the Coupe shape take away too much of the practicality? I'm a big fan of the new 8, particularly with regards to its looks and from the amount of engagement from you guys on previous videos with it, I rather get the impression you are too.
So, with the M5's replacement never arriving thanks to a change in legislation that pulled the car off sale that I intended to add to the garage, would this be the right call for the next 12 months to blast around Europe, including many Autobahn outings?
Please accept my apologies for the slight rattle in the audio from a loose camera mount in my rush to film with the incredibly limited time on my side!
Thanks for watching, Tim
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[@Shmee150]

What about adding a new BMW M850i to the garage for daily driver duties? It seems to tick a lot of boxes, I'm a big fan of driving it, and it rather seems like you guys like it too... so, what about it?

[@r353p]

Yup you should add it

[@KUDO1973]

Cabrio, please, Tim. Tnx

[@JosielHenriqueLN]

why not an S Class coupé AMG series or even wait for the M8?

[@stubones]

Shmee150 yeeeeeees!

[@syedbabarashrafsubzwari4993]

Hi Shmee, I think it would be a fair decision to add one to your fleet, but in my opinion wait for the M8, then add both DBS and M8 together in your garage. Can't wait for your Ford GT and Mclaren Senna

[@earni01]

Better wait for the M8 Competition

[@Shmee150]

M8 Competition Gran Coupe is going to be an EPIC machine - YES PLEASE!

[@Julian-qx5it]

@@Shmee150 Actually, this morning fotos of the M8 Competition without diguise have been leaked. Just google M8 Leak, it should come right up. Its really really good looking. Im from Munich and I am super proud of what they have done with it.

[@Shmee150]

Unsurprisingly I saw those yesterday, and of course I've been out in the prototype car on video already too; it's going to be great kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKC8nWd8oZagqtk

[@groundzero7948]

@@Julian-qx5it München squad

[@Julian-qx5it]

@@Shmee150 Ah yes, I have seen this video too :)

[@JovanKorica1]

4:50 when you need to hit that word count on an essay

[@antoncollett4402]

Ye

[@Shmee150]

LOOOOOL xD

[@attackkk]

lmaoo

[@patrikpreradovic9943]

so true

[@TheKingofdans]

lmfaooooo 😂😂 you have killed me.

[@spandanmehta9683]

The M850i certainly would be a good addition to your garage Shmee and would be one of the perfect grand tourers ever in your garage and certainly does pack the opulence and the elegance of a supercar but at the same time the comfort of a luxury car making for the perfect package in our current era. Also, if you do add it please take the blue or the red colour it really makes the car stand out. Great video Shmee. Shquad!!!

[@aezakmigta]

barcelona blue for sure!

[@AutomotiveMike]

You should wait for the M8 competition!

[@AlphaLlama]

You should definitely get one! It looks so good and its an amazing autobahn cruiser. The only negative thing about it is that its limited to 250kph and i believe there is no option to get rid of that limiter. It would be nice to go a bit faster on the german autobahn :p

[@Shmee150]

Interesting, I'm surprised there's no M Driver's Package to raise that but will look into it! Would be a shame not to exercise the 300km/h blasting ability

[@AlphaLlama]

@@Shmee150 yeah i'm also surprised that there is no M driver's package for it. You should check it out for yourself though, i might be wrong or have wrong informations. But like i said, you should get one if you like it!

[@SenszR]

Easy to remove the limiter

[@syedbabarashrafsubzwari4993]

Yes, this is the thing that slightly disappointed me😔

[@AlphaLlama]

@Stitch you could do that yes. But its funny how they dont offer it from factory. They offer the M drivers package on all of the other M cars. Well thinking about it, its maybe because this is not a proper M car like the M3, M4, M5 are. Its more of a 850i with a few or less M parts than proper M cars have. Just like the M240i is not a proper M car for example. I could imagine the M8 when it comes out has no such limiter or you atleast can get the M driver's package

[@jalenwheeler]

Would love to see a long term review of this, this should definitely be your next daily driver !

[@malkie638]

Suits you best, pity its not V 12 like my '91 model, 530hp is way plenty sir

[@pauladdison9978]

This fella changes his car more often than I change my under dogs.

[@growingwealthwithar2131]

"When that arrives it's going to be MEGA"

[@shanescarlife]

You can certainly see the family resemblance to the 4 series. And that's not a bad thing, to my eyes

[@cassandranapolitano9183]

This car is absolutely smashin it

[@WeSoCray]

The sunset orange is just beautiful

[@johncampbell1684]

Yeah you should get the 850i. It’s absolutely stunning and it’s clear that you absolutely love it. Isn’t that what everyone looks for in a car, regardless of what it is? Get it, man!

[@MrJonas1601]

Since obviously work together with bmw, there is no doubt in my mind you’ll get one as a long time loaner just as you did with the m5

[@CMOVlogs]

I still think the M8 definitely warranted the V12 perhaps supercharged (from the 760Li) or the a refined version of the glorious V10 (S85B50) from my E63 M6!

[@jgripen969]

CMO Vlogs Nazi-EU regulations are probably behind the reason to why it doesn’t have the V12, i’m affraid.

[@ji3200]

M8 with v12??? Who wants to spend $250,000 for bmw brand?

[@tomseeberg6509]

I think the v10 is not a good engine. It sounds very good but it has rod bearings issue as Hell. So I dont think BMW will use the s65b50 engine anymore. Even this socalled new v8 is also having issues so the best engine they have is the v12 from the 7 series. So the v10 and the rod bearings issue will steer me way off cars with that engine, sorry.""

[@ool3062]

Get one! It sticks out so much to other cars, and it's fun also.

[@benten1443]

A wide body kit and a ducktail/lip spoiler would make the car look lit! Not that it already isn't...

[@laithbuali8579]

Wait for the competition. I feel it would be something more special for you. Buy the competition. 👍😎

[@johnjones5631]

Get one! The blue is the best color by far

[@matthewbrown2011]

My dad has ordered one I saw it in real life and it’s awesome

[@ReclusiveDuck]

The new 8 series is possibly the best looking BMW in the past 20yrs, can't wait to see the M8.

[@carlescodo5627]

yep i think you should actually buy it, its a great package in my opinion

[@timonr2537]

Tim. I finally got your book for my Birthday (yesterday) and I think its really good and the pictures are really good quality. 😃👍

[@soneu234]

You don’t need a m850i...You need the next m8 competition!!Have you seen it on frozen blue!?Incredible car!!

[@ecoplanthireandsalesltd3136]

Picking up my new daily driver in orange sunset M850i launch car on Saturday ;) Changing from M4 Competition after 18 months.

[@jbiley]

100% absolutely go for it!

[@Bryan-fg3ey]

13.00 rear seat back folded down 13.01 rear seat back back in place. Some shmee150 magic going on there Tim.

[@kymaniharper2844]

Yes. Most definitely. Favourite coupé from my favourite European brand

[@wanraplangsohliyakharshand8486]

I agree do it shmee, it would be the perfect daily driver in Germany and I bet its comfortable for the long autobahn cruises

[@Breadabix]

I have to say I dont much like BMWs, but the 8 series is an exception. I certainly think it would be a good addition to the garage.

[@thotianagang9347]

Definitely get the m8 it will be a great edition to your collection

[@christielombard7357]

Absolutely you should...I already said then when you handed back the M5 (on that video) that your next daily should be the BMW M850i

[@mummad7932]

As an all rounder for Europe u should also consider the amg gt 63 s, practical, powerful, aggressive looks

[@caseydog237]

Was getting new tires for my GT and one just arrived at my dealership. Black with black wheels and red interior. Hot!

[@olihori]

You should wait for the leaked BMW M8 Competition! That thing's a beast!

[@Shmee150]

It wouldn't be here for the spring and the time of year where I do the most miles though

[@amoap603]

Of course it's the sexiest car of 2018 But I would wait for the M8 gran coupe to come out it looks even better imo

[@kenansenter4574]

Yes, get it! Don't wait for the M8, may be a while. If you like the m850i, you know that you will be upgrading to the M8 in the future

[@demarcogayle1114]

Go for it shmee because we love it, the tuning will be imense and it'll be next to a perfect daily

[@nickdamiano7421]

Yes, definitely!!! A classy car mixing business and performance.

[@JMNTN]

bmw 8 series is one of the best looking cars for sale now

[@Datoda]

100% you should get one. It's extremely daily useable, it looks amazing and it drives like a real supercar with the all wheel steering and all wheel drive/rear wheel drive. Honestly this is one of my dream cars, maybe the M8 is even better but I think I prefer the M850i as it is less expensive, more useable as daily and probably way more comfortable. Also can you please stop buying all my dream cars? Greetings from Germany!

[@silentviper88]

Would be a nice daily for you. Though, the 40d wont get a problem with diesel-ban in Frankfurt. It only affects Euro1-4 from Feb 2019 and Euro 5 from September 2019. The 40d is Euro6. Still I'd rather take the M850i as fuelmoney doesnt seem to be a problem and V8 always wins. Maybe compare this to your dads DB11.

[@mr.blanco6763]

It would be a nice choice , but in my honest opinion the m5 is one of the best cars bmw has to offer. Interior wise you can’t argue that Mercedes e class is way nicer. But the bmw m5 has 600+ horsepower , 4 doors, drivers very nice. It’s such a good car, it has the best of both worlds. This 8 series does too , however you won’t realize how having 4 doors is such a good thing till you don’t have them anymore.

[@rlsjunior797]

It’s very nice Tim. For you it makes sense. The car would be an asset because you can generate income from views. For most of us it’s a liability, and the money would be better spent on a down payment for a rental property. Although I do like this enough to pick one up in 18-24 months at %40 off.

[@jamesabroomeiii7552]

I think you should wait for an inmate but you should get one of the two because yes you love them

[@jambowinniefell5091]

If you're in the UK get the 840d xdrive but I suppose if you can afford the car, fuel economy won't be an issue so then yes get the M850i

[@RE-nv4we]

The 8 Series will likely have the same fate as the 7 Series, 50% depreciation in the first year. Even the 760 that retails for nearly 200k is available within 10 months little mileage for half the price. The 8 Series is unfortunately just a facelift of the 6 Series and is so far away from the Concept model that it doesn't match the status they promised. It was supposed to compete with the S Coupe/Cabrio but it's behind in absolutely everything, the interior is a joke for something that starts at 125k and it didn't even try to learn from the competitor... the backseats don't even have a LIGHT above!

[@mrkrabz123]

What a beautiful piece of German engineering

[@goodlife777]

Definitely add it to your stable. If it does not work out you can always replace it. The only two permanent things in life are Death and Taxes. Hope you enjoy this car.

[@dawidkruk9696]

Yes! It’s such a beautiful vehicle, it definitely suits your lifestyle in my opinion!

[@tobi3759]

Absoluely LOVE that car!! I think you should get one.

[@mako8137]

Yes,no doubt about it !

[@thatoldwhiteman8815]

Been waiting for this. Verrrrry tempting. Although I’m going to wait.

[@vagabundo6409]

Tim, I would wait for Alpina B8. It will be the ultimate BMW daily driver and probably it wont loose too much value over the years :)

[@levisanderson6951]

Vagabundo OMG never actually thought about the Alpina it will be one of the ultimate daily drivers. Question is M8 vs B8?

[@vagabundo6409]

B8! :)

[@johnwallace520]

I don't know how BMW manage to package less space inside the 8 Series than you get in a 4 Series coupe. However I look forward to the Grand Coupe and am really pleased that BMW have finally added 4WD to the UK versions. Might have to wait to get a one year old one though.

[@luisros3641]

It makes sense. This bmw is pretty insane

[@Rob12345]

Yes , but get one in back over black. Looks mean!

[@slymRU]

definetly YES

[@krsone19]

Tim, please buy the M8 competition, I love that car and I would love for you to buy it so I can live vicariously through you haha!

[@SimoD1978]

Beautiful car in every way, I'm not sure if this has quite enough of the wow factor for 100k ! Another great video Shmee, thanks

[@_spyderman_]

is this the same place where reviewed the 5 series.?

[@Shmee150]

Yes! Well recognised, the original launch of the 5 Series

[@Trancetechniqueradio]

The Beauty & The Beast ! (M850i)

[@pasquale78]

My OCD is distracted by the nose pads on your sunglasses ;-) I think the M850i is a great choice as a daily, and maybe even more than a M8.

[@StasComoestas]

Great video, thank you for sharing 👍👍👍

[@rahmatmat6370]

It's going to be a daily use especially in Malaysia yes.its going to happen soon.

[@miat9301]

Yes, I think it'd suit you perfectly.

[@ipvelocity1873]

It's beautiful car shmee, get one! In the mandatory blue ofcourse

[@yeohooooonyoon]

Counting down the days until the next shmee150 video is the GT collection

[@levisanderson6951]

Definitely consider one and then upgrade to an M8/M8 Competition a year later!!

[@ajosanchez1]

YES! The 8er is one of the best looking BMWs ever. If you do, it should be in blue, as any other colour wouldn’t be worthy of a Shmeemobile.

[@masogakekana1606]

I think M8 competition 🤔 I say that because it's everything in the M5 you like and a ton more sporty features you wanted.

[@ConstantineJoseph]

Why is everyone so choosy over a car that they can ill afford. The 523hp M850i is MORE than enough fun and speed for the price point. Was considering the 503hp V8 Vantage Aston Martin but this is better for value and possibly better to maintain and resell. 523hp is A LOT of power. I've tried the 600hp M5, but seriously, anything at 500hp and above is enough to give you that wonderful fun factor. Any higher and the price for that bit of fun will exponentially escalate particularly in the maintenance and servicing area. I don't buy a car to beat other cars and impress people I don't like. But rather to enjoy it for myself as a luxurious, fast yet fun ride.

[@palmer1979tube]

Yo Shmee, You can absolutely drive any modern diesel in Frankfurt. The “diesel prohibition” only applies to Euro 5 or older standards. BMW 840d is Euro 6d, hence perfectly fine. Same applies in all other German cities with diesel verbot. A

[@chris809carhunters]

I would also consider the new M8 as well.

[@richardwarner5491]

Go for it Tim !

[@redvivid]

Can't wait for liberty walks to give it a wide body kit. A duck tale spoiler would look 😍😍.

[@HaruHaruman]

Wait the M8 Gran Coupe. So much more practical and looks better too.

[@aidenp5768]

Shmee go check out the new BMW M8 competition package leaked photos I want to know what you think about it. BTW the competition will be available along with the regular M8 at the same time!!

[@Shmee150]

Yes, if you watched my video in the prototype M8 a few weeks ago, I told you what models are launching at what time xD kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKC8nWd8oZagqtk

[@batutasci]

Still giulia qf,much passionate and detailed car

[@triss23199]

simple question, simple answer: yes.

[@sirfriendzone1228]

Sounds like a good idea to me.

[@spadgm]

Very , very nice!, would be a great dd, but would love to see you in a M8!

[@davidkostic5933]

Should get it, no doubt

[@johnbit6527]

850i ... Sounds perfect ...

[@martinro5455]

This is quite a good car. But there is a big change in the interest of the customers, to SUVs. You should prefer the X5 M or X6 M, I think.

[@Johan-pg6qt]

I would rather see an s class on the channel! But your choise, good video!

[@neill3040]

It looks good, but not nearly as striking as the concept car...which was breathtaking. The merc s coupe is still a more beautiful and elegant design and the s63 would be my preference over this any day.

[@Tony-ob2ts]

Since it’s a grand tourer, they should have given an option for a sunroof.

[@MasterSteve_117]

Thousand times better than the new 911. The M8 is gointo be a beast!

[@bmw4631]

Perfect addition! 👍 Greetings from Denver Colorado 👋

[@kc_lucky3081]

my wanting to see an M car in your garage goes all the way back to the days of the M4 and X6M press cars you were loaned. I think an M850i could be a great addition to the collection, and even the M8 down the road. And seeing as you sound pretty enthusiastic about the idea, I'm guessing it's inevitable. I just hope you go for an original spec with a bit more exciting interior choice. Suggestion: replicate the spec of the last daily you had "the FF" dark blue exterior with crema interior. #shquad

[@igormac88]

at 7:00 that bus was REALLY following you!

[@Excalabur50]

BMW 850i all the way I think it's a beautiful car and TBH I even prefer it over the M8 of the car and I don't think you could go wrong owning one yourself as it ticks all the boxes for you.

[@sevesellors2831]

Lovely car great review

[@Autodevot]

I think you should have a Prius in your garage, just for the sake of variety.

[@ORM01]

Wait for the M8!

[@ProLiHoa]

Great video as always! Love your reviews

[@veritasman]

IMO, I think you should be patient and consider the arrival of the next AUDI E-TRON GT... what an amazing and truly sexy machine...

[@CarswithB]

Yes bro it is a beast!