Should You Buy a BMW M4? (Test Drive & Review F82)

[@Jamie-Evo]

They are great cars, i had a 2014 Yas marina blue one when they first came out for two years and then traded it in for a c63s, hard to say out of the two which was the better car. Each one had its own positives.

[@dane458]

Fellow F80 owner. Absolutely love the car. Spikey power delivery so you need to respect the car, but it's absolutely amazing. Also now much lighter than the new G80, and better looking IMO.

[@kevinlovescars]

my partner has one of these, I must say it flies. Beautifully built car.

[@joespittle1]

Looks like your team has done a very good job rebuilding this. These KZbin rebuilds tend to be quite good because people will call them out on short cuts and mistakes. All of the panel gaps are uniform and presentable, the paint match is good as well. Looking forward to future rebuilds

[@stephenwilkinson3549]

Yes why go for it ,nah drive a tesla soulless fridge on wheels

[@johnb8956]

Let’s be honest as well. Many manufacturers don’t give you uniform panel gaps out the factory!

[@davidarter9670]

I used to love your “Should I buy a…” series. I wish you would do more of these again, please :)

[@fastlaneSwim]

the pinnacle for M design, what a beautiful looking car

[@Moorzo83]

was going to get one of these but read on Pistonheads that the Jaguar F Type was very similar to drive. When it came down to it I just couldn't say no to the looks of the Jaguar. M4 is a great car though and noticeably faster.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Tough decision

[@getshrekt9023]

I want a jaaag too. Hopefully the xkr

[@volt8684]

@jgtempertonmy friend bought the 2 litre f type I really hated it. Followed a v6 on my motorcycle and sounded lovely. The 2.0 was noisey, not that fast, horrible suspension and cramped despite beautiful looks

[@t8506]

@@volt8684 The 2 litre is made for peasants who want to show off, similar to the evoque so not a surprise

[@JayGatsby187]

Bought a fully loaded Sakhir Orange Comp Pack 2 months ago and love it - for those moaning about traction, GTS flash + Michelin PS4S tyres all round sorts that right out 🔥

[@Opidalo]

Hi mate, sorry to sound naive but what is a ‘GTS flash’? I do love the M4’s but the whole traction thing does put me off.

[@florianheiling359]

I totally love the "Should you buy.. " series, great video :) My friend just bought a F82 M4 - I'm quite excited for him.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Good choice!

[@jldp24]

He finally did it!! I have been looking at a m4 pre 2018 for 2 years now.. but the prices are just not sensical in this insane car mkt

[@chrisd2415]

Awesome review, agree with almost everything you’ve said, owned my 68 plate M4 comp for just over two years now and 20k miles, it’s now stage3 and 640bhp! There isn’t much on the road in the dry that can touch it. I will say though that you really only want Michelin PS4S or Conti sport contact7 to get best use out of power delivery and handling. Keep up the good work.

[@audify3833]

What are these M4's like in the rain?

[@MarkGelderland]

@@audify3833 Scary

[@Matthew-nl9kd]

@@audify3833 Drift-machines. Be smooth on the throttle and it's great. Mash it like an idiot with DSC off... and you'll get a harsh lesson :) Perfectly safe if you drive normally and pretty idiot-proof with the DSC on. MDM mode (reduced DSC) is not totally idiot-proof though.

[@PrinceBarin77]

Loved my M4, still regret selling it. A dream in the dry. Fine in the wet provided you don’t prod the throttle like a moron - that said, it stepped out on me more than once at over 60mph with nothing more than some gentle acceleration 😂. If you can get one with extended merino leather, it feels really premium inside too.

[@MarkGelderland]

@@PrinceBarin77 Absolutely, my 2020 F83 has two tone BMW individual extended leather, i love it, it's all leather; dashboard, doors, console, etc.. Very nice.

[@BubbaSmith7]

Lovely lookkng car for 9 years old. Lovely carbon interior

[@Godot28]

Ah, nice to finally see a Should You Buy video again! These are the reason I started watching the channel. The 'I Bought a Cheap' videos just aren't the same, though I appreciate many people can relate to them...

[@HighPeakAutos]

I prefer doing the ‘should you buy’ videos but they just don’t get the same sort of views 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Godot28]

@HighPeakAutos that's interesting to know! Don't get me wrong, I do like both types, I just find your reviewing style very real and relatable so when you review a car it's really useful. Keep up the good work! 👍

[@blitzsah]

This is one big advert, you realise that right?

[@HighPeakAutos]

@@blitzsah is it?

[@mikewalker2068]

My mate had a tuned m4 competition and it was terrifying. He ended up parking it in someones front room by mistake and did nearly half a mils worth of damage 🤦🏼‍♂️ Was an amazing car though, acceleration was mind bending...

[@stevenkerry3101]

looks like the lads have done a great job of repairing it Matt 👍👍

[@klaspeppar5619]

The good thing with the S55 and S58 (and N54 1M and N55 base M2) is that they use the same oil that “regular BMWs” use, which should make them somewhat more affordable to maintain, as I believe the “special oil” that the old N/A M engines might cost a bit more.

[@e2thesmooth]

+1 for Smooth Chill radio, perfect for taking it easy on a long drive 👌

[@deaks25]

One thing I've always thought BMW did well was the "aggressive but subtle" look; Even a layman can look at it and just *know* this is not a peasant-spec company car without it being garishly over the top, and this is a good example. The styling leaves no doubt this is seriously fast car but isn't covered with big wings and sticky-out bits. Sure the carbon styling pack do emphasise it a lot more but it's still relatively subtle. It's an art BMW just binned with the "Beaver teeth" grille for the current models. It just looks hideous. The lads did a great job and were a treat to watch. I'm a fan of people like Freddie Tavarish and the Tansformotion lads are definitely in the same vein.

[@roger4880]

Fantastic car, perfect for a driver. This 4 series shape is the best and nothing newer comes close, the i4 is hideous, the new 5 is ugly and the 3 well lets ignore that. Great video.

[@Andronicus26]

Good review as always … Those panel gaps ! Proof you should never buy damage repaired !

[@MrAndycowl]

46.6Mpg is exactly the same as I managed out of mine, decent tyres do cost close to £1k, servicing is reasonable until you get to the year 4 service, then it’s around £1200 at a dealer. The car was a beast, would spin the rear tyres when flooring the accelerator on a damp motorway in sport plus. My Mercedes E53 estate has more power on paper, but weight is a killer, it’s a lot slower. Not less comfortable though, which surprised me.

[@ifyouarefeelingsinister]

That is unbelievably good to be fair

[@peterborrowman2041]

£700 plus for the spark plugs 🤦

[@ryanhunter2730]

​@@peterborrowman2041- eh what?? Can't be true

[@peterborrowman2041]

@@ryanhunter2730 it's a big job. Lots of things have to come out and 'specialist' tooling is required.

[@baronmunchausen645]

Is it that big of a job on s55? On n55 and b58 all you need to do is to remove a bunch of plastic and rubber pieces, and the strut brace. The only “specialty” tool you need is a 14mm magnetic socket. It’s a 1 hour job if you do it for the first time

[@sivuyiledumalisile6308]

The F80/82 M3/M4 is that one perfect car that i always struggle to like . I'd still recommend it .

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Should you buy a “Crash Damaged BMW” that’s been repaired by some mates and now forsale. ?

[@reinmansmith]

Great review as ever and well done on upping the quality of your video production further. Some nice little ‘extras’ in this one 👍

[@Skootavision]

Stunning version of that car. I went for the convertible 428i of the same age, wheel size etc, really good spec. I prefer the look of the coupe (the hard top convertible can get confused with a 2 series) but I don’t have to look at it when I’m driving. Started enjoying Matt’s videos during turn long process of working out what I should get. 100% of people who don’t like BMW’s haven’t driven one. Incredible engineering. FWIW I bought my first BMW (a 320D MSport 178) because it was the same price as a Golf and had a better used resale value.

[@gulfstream7235]

If you don't have to look at it while driving you obviously bought the right car...lol

[@richardlungu4898]

When it comes to car reviews...you're second to none. 👐

[@DominicVizor]

Always sound car advice, first stop when looking at cars. Keep it up!

[@BMW840i.GranCoupe]

I’m looking for a 2018/2019 sub 20k miles Champagne Quartz CP Coupe. I know I’m being picky and there are not many around, but I am happy to wait and pay for what I want. Great cars.

[@Conservator.]

Yes! Absolutely ❤️ that car. And especially this one with extensively tested airbags 😉

[@jprince176]

Hahaha!

[@djwarren5081]

I test drove the Alpina B4 and the M4 back in the day. Bought a new M4. Great fun in the dry. Lack of traction in the wet was laughable. Traded for a new Boxster.

[@kernowgolfguy4598]

Recently bought a 435i, i think it sounds better than the m4. I have it in luxury spec, so a gentlemans car but with a sport+ mode. Stage 1 remap 380bhp. Quite when in comfort. I average 29 mpg. £295 tax. My young kids have loads of room in the back. Get a full set of golf clubs and trolley in the boot. Will still buy a couple tickets though 😉

[@JayP787]

Lol

[@kernowgolfguy4598]

@@JayP787 ?

[@kevincroft9848]

Very good car this BMW. Yes it's on my list of cars I must have Kevin

[@thebingaling1105]

So nearly got one but went for a fully spec’d 440i instead. Stage 1 + XHP gearbox tune and 430bhp is great but can’t help but still want the M4.

[@duffydon1741]

One of the best cars 🚘 on this planet, certainly worth buying if you can afford it, generally, they are never meant for the average earner, new or old!!

[@HKB-1]

So much better-looking than the current (G82) M4.

[@dansimmons21]

Amazing car. I drove my friend’s once when we went out and he smoked too much weed and couldn’t drive home (I was sober). And that got me thinking - that’s really the problem with this car, isn’t it - the type of person who drives an M4 is the type of person who gets too high and can’t drive home (but unlike my mate, probably still does anyway)…

[@diremond3700]

That was a long advert...

[@snbala]

M4s are lovely, has to be a convertible one for me though, listen to that soundtrack more

[@sampongolondon5511]

I do love an F82. They are deadly though... so much faster than people realise.

[@pioneeradx]

I can't help but notice a bit of Clarkson's charm in this presentation. And I mean it in the good way. Cheers Matt!

[@simonburton2282]

Great content as always Matt. Had my San Marino M4 Comp for 7 months now and plenty of sunny days to drop the roof. The boys did a great job with the rebuild. Look forward to seeing the new project. In the business and would recommend your cars and your channel to anyone. And regularly do. Keep up the great work

[@simonhobbs9097]

Still a great looking car the 4 Series, had mine 7 years, should really change it, but it will cost me £40k to upgrade and mine still drives like new!

[@patrickfinn6590]

You’ve done an awesome job with it and I am so sorely tempted, (( even telling myself the insurance costs might be ok )) right up to the road tax and tire costs. For the mileage I do, can’t justify it. Still well done!!!

[@ozhoneybadger]

4000 miles a year of fun?

[@cricticalthinking]

There is nothing like an unbiased warts and all car review. Can't be done if you are trying to sell it at the same time.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I always try not to worry about ruining a potential sale, I’ll always show a cars faults. We’re all different so just because I don’t like something doesn’t mean everyone won’t

[@santana9537]

Such a sexy thing G80 m3 is definitely the plan In the near future once running costs aren’t such a big issue

[@kamilianos]

my dream car. The shape, the power, the noise, the cabin ... people don't rate the M4's, I am the opposite :)

[@babogam]

yes is the correct answer

[@pauldavies6037]

I'm not not a fan of recent BMW styling but these I give 10/10 perfect with the period internal dash board etc nothing better

[@iannolan-f4g]

you are the Fast Show 'which was nice' bloke ( and I claim my £5 ) 🤩

[@HighPeakAutos]

😂

[@tbridgey2619]

Great camera shots here, hard to tell its ever been crashed. Great work by team transformotion 👏 when they releasing latest video Matt?

[@HighPeakAutos]

Next Thursday

[@colin-hanlon]

Had a F80 M3 last year. Bought as a bucket list car. Sold it after 6 months. Had the worst gearbox ever. When the car was moving, gearbox was fine. However the DCT box is crap at standstill. Engage drive or reverse, lift your foot of the pedal and the car is actually in neutral until you hit the accelerator. WTF??? Try parallel parking on a hill, you’ll soon realise how bad the box is.

[@aljack1979]

Great car.. Definitely worth buying. All the car would would ever need.

[@md-detailing]

Great video as always Matt! The M4 is so common here! Everybody loves the F82 and F80 M3! :D

[@anthonyjerrard6675]

who won the M4?

[@bebep2266]

the silver version is epic!

[@leemcmahon2548]

Great video,nice car and here is the but. From experience you will pay more on insurance for an accident damaged car,25% at least.

[@leer9951]

You need a big bank balance to run and maintain a BMW properly. Nothing is a cheap fix, other than fitting new wiper blades and they probably need coding to the car.

[@yg78t76t7]

They don’t need coding 😂…I have one and it’s exactly the same as any car. As long as you don’t buy a high mileage or abused you shouldn’t have issues

[@steelcity4581]

Yes is the answer tho I do prefer the f80 m3 over the m4

[@cabottaxi]

Was genuinely looking at one of these year ago when I swapped my 3 series and with a 35k budget could easily have bought one but was concerned about the security of it. Too many cars in my area like the Golf R, Audi S3 have vanished off driveways too easily. It would have to have been garaged constantly. I'd be too concerned about parking it in Asda for fear of some neds putting a coin along it.

[@stubailey9433]

Love the styling of the older model. "Nice" review.

[@DaleSteel]

Ppl never mention how economical they are. I couldn't believe how good on fuel it was. It was better on fuel than my rs3 and a45. Mental

[@JohnJoannou-xq5rq]

The guys did a spanking job on that M4. It looks fab!

[@DIHTR]

3:24 a rare sight.

[@ChrisPatrick-q6k]

Yes Matt, I hate electric PB's

[@evang9708]

I always think it’s funny when people talk about high road tax being 600 pounds, compare that to Ireland and high road tax is close to 2 grand a year.

[@jonathangiles4854]

Been using Darren Wood for my 5 series after your recommendation. They are absolutely excellent, so thanks

[@ca9968]

They are really nice but I do miss the old naturally aspirated M engines, the turbocharged engines are just too eager and lack that ease of drivability at low revs....

[@facelessvaper]

I did like the way the air freshener was enjoying the g-force👌

[@Milo-hf9nc]

" I was afraid it might feel a bit fraud a bit essex" classic mate!! hahaha

[@markgollan]

I think if I was lucky enough to win this I would keep it and run my daily Seat and use the M4 for high days and holidays ! Good luck to all that enter the draw

[@garymartin557]

It's no lout in an England shirt, it's got a little class to it.

[@KidOnyx]

To anyone reading: you should absolutely buy an F82 M4. I absolutely love mine!

[@ivofixzone6410]

Looking this beautiful car with perfect proportions and lines I've started to dream , but then visualized the new models and it hit me like a nightmare .

[@mikewa2]

Oh I hadn’t thought of buying an M4! Just what I need in my retirement

[@davidfisher2359]

Nice but I’d pick any RS Audi over any BMW M. It’s the chav choice let’s be honest.

[@jamsxr]

Just sold my B9.5 RS4 to get into an M3. The BMW is on a different level, so much better to drive. The Audi was numb and boring.

[@robc5955]

Well I didn’t know the 3 series coupe was now the 4 series, thought it was odd but then keeping up with BMWs nomenclature has never been easy since about 2005.

[@InvisibleJiuJitsu]

not a bent one, insurance is a nightmare

[@ryandee9338]

I thought this too, but when I looked into quite a few Insurance companies were happy as long as the car has a MOT. The issue would resell and value if you were in an accident as you won't get much for it if written off again.

[@theCybershot123]

Hi Matt been waiting for this video since following your mates transform it back to life. Made a brill job take care

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@dailyhunter3683]

The answer is yes! Now, where is that lottery ticket?

[@c11yan]

Earlier this year I was in the market for an M4 but picked a Bullitt Mustang… M4 might be the better car on paper but I couldn’t be happier 😎

[@Charlie0106]

are they hard to come by here in the UK?

[@c11yan]

@@Charlie0106 not particularly - they are out there.

[@djwarren5081]

The Boxster that replaced my M4 was traded for a manual Mustang GT. Great cars.

[@goransimic8650]

M4 f82 the beast ///BMW///💣💥

[@Phuc_Yhou]

Hopefully I'll be buying it for a fiver, not "massively overspending" on it and selling it on for a pre profit tax of...

[@guy4469]

I get a lot more attention in my E38 than any M4 ,100% .Its always outside the midland hotel manchester .

[@alimack5489]

A man of class I see 👌

[@guy4469]

@@alimack5489 its lush glazier green pearl white green pipping ,style 32s

[@anicapandzic7593]

Yes , you should !

[@guy4469]

I use a top specialist in bolton BMW ,Bolton motor works . M3 M5 E38 B12 330ci ,Cant fault this place .

[@GeorgeMonaghan]

Tickets bought Matt. A great prize to whoever wins it.

[@simonpeters888]

Love it gorgeous near as nice as a E46 M3

[@Mariazellerbahn]

Not sure that the M4 ever had a V8 🧐 My son-in-law had a V8 4 litre M3 500 coupe which he bought brand new (white with red leather interior). He had it only a couple of weeks and the engine seized. BMW took it back and gave him a replacement (same colour). That also siezed after a few weeks. BMW offered a courtesy car (a straight six standard version) while they rebuilt his (2nd) engine. He never did pick it up, he had a full refund and bought something else.

[@michaelrobinson9178]

Has the raffle draw taken place yet? Was 14 Oct then 21 Oct but haven’t seen anything thus far (22/10) Perhaps flooding has affected the area.

[@dancingmangoes1]

Who else here is genuinely disappointed that the video is only 10 mins long... 😊 5:28 & 7:10 "I've massively overspent" air freshener 😂

[@Sam-kj4kq]

HOLY SHIT!! WE CAN BUY HIGH PEAK AUTO'S AIR FRESHENERS!!! My favourite youtube channel time to buy some for my car 🤣

[@FTFLCY]

After a year of Bentley ownership, I'm bailing and bought a new M440i Gran Coupe (and I KNOW it's not a proper M!). They offered me way more for the Continental than I expected. I pray I don't get the one year itch with this one (which is normal for me. It will be my 30th consecutive car). My 1991 E30 308i Convertible is also going, as it rarely leaves the garage. Fancy dipping a toe in the classics market Matt? (joke).

[@dantindley5181]

I love the mirror car freshener 😂

[@darrenwilson8042]

James at Chops Garage follows that mantra - don't be scared of a cat car - recent Covid years has seen decent cars written off based on photos and no inspection. Supply chain issues has seen them written off because of parts availability but thats often based on cutting costs of hire cars rather than the damage. Also a well maintained higher mileage newer car is probably a better bet than an older low mileage car - check the service history don't get dazzled by the mileage

[@knightsorder]

Matt - just a point know why you are not selling the expensively cars on your lot - you have shocking bad plates for them, the yellow stock standard is bad news to a buyer. Anyway locations driving through the english villages....are awesome, SMOOTH CHILL

[@RememeberYourLordAllah]

Great content as always High Peak Autos

[@Xerialstraz]

Love the I've massively overspent air freshener thingies haha

[@MrSultanmohammed]

Next please review the W210 E-class, such an interesting car

[@sofarsohood_]

What time is the draw please?

[@sofarsohood_]

Following?

[@n0cturnalgamer]

Personally would rather have my N55 M2. Better car, better value, and better long term investment.