Tuned 2018 BMW F22 M240i | The Best "Non M" Car You Can Buy Today

[@vincentxtran]

the fact that you were so distracted by the car you couldn’t even finish sentences, and the fact that you own an m4, speaks volumes to how strong these b58s are… just picked up a 340i myself not too long ago, and has definitely been a step up compared to my BRZ….. anyways big fan and also an SD local!!

[@SimplyCarThings]

Congrats bro! Yea it was hard to convey my thoughts at times while ripping the car through windy backroads haha

[@TaylorMadeMoment]

I’m looking at 440i’s and M4s hard to decide….

[@vincentxtran]

@@TaylorMadeMoment test drive both then make the decision. 440i will definitely be sporty enough but also be a good daily. m4 is all out guns out 24/7. i can’t swing the $$ for an M car, but if I could I would have definitely test drove both before making a decision. you don’t want to live on the “what-if” forever haha

[@TaylorMadeMoment]

@@vincentxtran I just went to a smaller dealer and he drove me around in an M4... holy shit man, a lot different than my G37 thats for sure. I'll see if I can find a dealer with a 440i to test.

[@xannibar2849]

Man I love sd wish they would let us to more to our cars

[@TheSpeedAddiction]

Thanks for reviewing my car. That B58 power definitely put a big smile on your face.

[@Based_F22]

I just purchased a 2017 6mt rwd M240i with 634 miles on it a few weeks ago. I’m obsessed. Never loved a car so much.

[@SimplyCarThings]

Great choice man, hope you continue to enjoy it!

[@gayrapartist3601]

How much u pay ?

[@JC-de2pr]

wow such low mileage! nice 👍! how much did you pay ?

[@theITentrepreneur]

634 miles? Just wow. Owner must've been scared of it!

[@amcheung10]

I remember the m235i days, that's when I started watching you! Glad to see you back in a 2-series and great video as always!

[@bella_testastretta]

I'm still stuck on those days lol

[@SimplyCarThings]

ahh good times for sure! Thank you for sticking around bro!

[@F22_King]

I commented on one of your videos a while ago saying I’d buy a m235i like yours. We’ll 3 months ago I bought a 2017 m240i and I love it so much. I’m so grateful to have found you Channel when I did 🙏🏾

[@SimplyCarThings]

Congrats bro, glad you made the right purchase and glad to hear my videos helped to influence you!

[@F22_King]

@@SimplyCarThings if you ever visit the east coast give me a holler. I live right below the blue ridge mountains. The drives are both fun and beautiful. Not to mention the tail of the dragon isn’t that far either. I’d love to have you come with me and some of my other bmw enthusiast friends. There’s a FBO 335is, FBO 335i, and a 900 hp E60 m5. We have a bunch of other sports cars that ride around with us but they aren’t bmw and are very diverse😂

[@bella_testastretta]

I'm having a blast with my recently stage 1'd m235i. Love the extra boost between 4~5k RPM. I can't imagine what stage 2 would feel like.... especially with the B58. Must be insanely fun lol

[@SimplyCarThings]

Even my tuned M235i was a good load of fun, miss that car sometimes lol

[@bella_testastretta]

@@SimplyCarThings don't lie to yourself brotha lol

[@imohkryptic]

@@SimplyCarThings help me decide lol 235i and save some money or go with the m240? Lol

[@fjaff]

​@@imohkrypticI'm still deciding too. Which one did you choose?

[@24816HarryWilliams96]

Hey man not sure if you’ll see this 1year on, but I’ve had a 2013 1 series 2ltr which I’ve loved for the past five years and I’m very tempted by this incredible car. It honestly sounds fantastic. I loved your enthusiasm for it.

[@toranwartoran]

So to add to this video disscussion im an owner of bmw m240 and i would like to give my review about the car. As stock the car was fast enough for me in the beginning of the first year,you dont feel the turbo lag and just it puts a smile in your face,overall very happy with it. Downside the car feels a little bit unplanted as stated in the video i have the edc version when you press the sport button it tighten things up but still you feel it floating while driving,steering feel is good but could be better,brakes i have the M performance brake not same as the m2 but bigger than stock brakes so the brakes ar okkkeee but could be better,if you went with stock brakes i eould say the breaks would be weak. pros strong engine,back seats are large enough to accommodate short person with ease,size of the car is great,big boot,nice looking. After 1 year i tuned the car to stage 2 downpipe tune and drop in filter,the car went from 340 hp to 440 hp. The review for stage 2 the car has truned to a monster v fast you can break the tires easily from 30 Km if you pressed the gas pedal and i liked the power and it was enough fro me at that time,the stage 2 or 2* would be best bang for your buck and for street spiritual driving and rare track use it would be enough. Pros outstanding performance recoomended . Cons felt the weakness of the brakes as the car was tuned. Thougt the power was enough but nope went stage 3 so i added vargas gc* turbo with dorsch stage 2 fuel pump transmission cooler and methanol kit . Car went from 440 hp to 700 hp on low boost. Pros too much power can break tires from 30km to 100km my car is RWD with open diff and Michelin pilot sport 5 tires. Car went to super car fast territory. Cons boost comes little bit late around 400 rpm and my dorche fuel pump is noisy. So next i will upgrade my tires to semi slicks,upgrade suspension and will come back with the results. Hope this write up help bmw m240 owners.

[@albertomartinez9769]

I bought my m240 over a year ago when the b58 was barely beginning to Appeal to the general public. I was actually watching your m235i videos and that was one of the things that led me to get it. I totally agree with you, it is a beast. I remember the first time I test drove one and was met with that immense torque, I knew I had to purchase that b58. Little did I know that it was going to turn out to be one of the greatest platforms atm. I am so happy with the car overall. I also got a great deal during COVID and got an incredible spec as well. It’s currently stage 2 and it’s hauls. Anyhow, Great vid as always, Omar! 👍

[@seollenda]

B58s are something else.. I'm in a GC with boosted m240is (600 whp+) and its crazy. I feel so out of place with my 235i lmao

[@billymania11]

The BMW M240 is perfect for hot-rodding. It's not a special model so you don't have to worry about hurting it's future value. Obviously the motor is the crown jewel. The path to stage 2 is relatively straightforward and not too expensive. At that point, you have enough power for stop-light glory and pulls on the highway. Fuel economy and emissions...not so much...LOL.

[@Behzad888]

Just leased mine. One of the last new ones left. Will take the delivery at the weekend.

[@SimplyCarThings]

Love it, congratulations!

[@Veyronp87]

m240i is the bargain of the BMW world. big power small car for relatively good price

[@SimplyCarThings]

well said!

[@Nick22257]

I watch this video what feels like once a month, when i drive something fast at work and get bored of my mustang. Not sure if b58 or s55 is next for me yet, but here i am again after driving a g82 and getting the itch. Hope you are doing well sir

[@Ken-no5ip]

Im currently saving up for a m240. Being a college student its kinda tough working and studying but it sure as hell will be worth it

[@ElRayDelRio]

These cars truly are sleeping beauties! Ran into one on a stage 1 plus E85 map (not sure if hes on a ethanol blend) but man! Was not expecting this too roll out so hard. Was in my E61 xdrive with a ACN 91 stage 2 plus map and I was absolutley destroyed from a dig. The car is also a San Diego vehicle. I can't wait to get tuned for ethanol so I can rematch 😈

[@jreynaga99]

I bought one earlier this Year. When I was looking at bang for buck smaller sports car, found your videos on the 235i. Definitely influenced my decision to get the M240i. Absolutely Love the car. Running a Stage1 Bootmod3. More mods to come later. Great Videos!

[@SimplyCarThings]

thank you! Glad i was able to help sway your decision into one of these cars

[@Duncan94]

Just recently picked a manual M240i up. Loving it so far. It came with a 12 month BMW warranty so I am planning on just enjoying the car for what it is but after the warranty is up I'll start doing bits to it. As you mentioned in the vid, the main mods for power on the B58 are an uprated HPFP, sports cat/catless DP, and a remap - that should take the B58 from 340ish to 410-420ish quite comfortably. Obviously if you are running an ethanol blend then you'll get more but here in the UK Shell V-Power is all we've got, unless you're running a meth kit.

[@f22_b58]

Hey bro. How is insurance on it, I’m looking into the same car

[@oliver3699]

@@f22_b58 I’m 23 with only 1NCD and it’s £2800, I live in a fairly bad postcode tho g11

[@f22_b58]

@@oliver3699 ohh okay like $2800 for the year? That’s not bad at all, coming from a 2015 Subaru wrx insurance costs almost the same then

[@oliver3699]

@@f22_b58 thats per year yes, also this is for me living in the uk

[@madeirask8]

I have a m240i xdrive, h&r lowering springs with michelin ps4s and it's an amazing car, amazing drive. I'm really happy with it. Actually your m235i influenced me into buying mine.

[@SimplyCarThings]

Very nice! glad my channel helped to influence your decision!

[@X3mSean]

Picked up a 2019 M240i xdrive a few months ago. Went stage 1 bm3, unbelievable car in this price range. Ordered a cat less downpipe and Ngk spark plugs, planning to go stage 2 until I want to chalk up the 1600$ for the dorch stage 2 HPFP

[@SimplyCarThings]

its really incredible how much of a performance bargain the car is!

[@Nobuz7]

You should definitely do car review YT channel. Your honest opinion is relatable to many, and valued in the KZbin car space. The information you provide is very easy to understand and thorough when presented. I think you’ll be very successful.

[@SimplyCarThings]

thank you! Im glad you like the content, im trying to film more reviews on the channel

[@theITentrepreneur]

Love your enthusiasm! I have the same car in a cabrio (estoril blue) looking to do some bolts on mods as well. Very useful review. 👍

[@SimplyCarThings]

thank you! glad you enjoyed the review

[@jeffe4432]

I love the f22 chassis. I watched your m235i videos before I got my xdrive m235i and it's such a bargain. Esp now I picked mine up for 18k 2 years ago and now books at 26k

[@KiesMotorsports]

Love these!

[@SimplyCarThings]

they're good fun!

[@MattRowe182]

The first thing the owner should have put in this is the diff. With the open diff you can't get the power down

[@jameskehler9236]

Ahh yes, another 2 series on the channel!

[@chrisduran3007]

I had an M240i for just over 3 years and loved it. Great all-rounder. It ended up with a stage 1 tune and Bilstein B14 coilovers (more power on stock suspension would certainly be a handful!!) Having moved on to an M2C which I've had for a year, the 240 is a better all-rounder and daily but I think if you plan on modding, the Comp is the way to go, even if leaving it stock, the chassis is that much better. The best way I could describe the M240i versus M2 is the M240 is a 2 series with a big engine whereas the M2 is a complete all-round performance-focussed car. That is in no way a criticism and both do different things well.

[@SimplyCarThings]

i think you summed up the two in an excellent way. I completely agree, even as an M4 owner

[@chrisduran3007]

@@SimplyCarThings Thanks Great video as always!

[@Emery098]

Mind boggling to me that this car has this much power and the owner hasn't put an limited slip diff on.... wow!

[@mevans313]

I just got my M240i 3 months ago, don’t tempt me with this so soon..

[@throker]

Interested to know how this guy achieved a square 245 setup? As I understand it there's clearance issues with the front wheels. Would love to be able to run a square setup on my M240

[@swoops41]

m235i FBO+MHD 2+ 6-spd = 😍😍😍

[@drewyager4020]

I have a 2017 and love it

[@zdrougas]

I’m in the market for a M140i! This makes me excited 😆

[@AlluApplepie]

Nice review man! Which one would you take as a weekend car, m240 or an m3 e92 dct?

[@ShogunsDojo]

Weekend car? Definitely get the M3 my guy. I have a 240 and I love it, buts it’s more of an ultimate daily vs true weekend car. The engine in the M3 is far more special and more of an occasion. It’ll cost to run but values are starting to rise so there is that. If I didn’t do so many miles and had a little more disposable for repairs and fuel I would have got the M3. Modern BMW reliability is pretty stout now though.

[@AlluApplepie]

@@ShogunsDojo that’s what im thinking myself as well!

[@codskilclanchannel6420]

@@ShogunsDojo b58 is quite special

[@konjiki240sx]

I did lowering springs and sway bars on my f series best thing you could ever do. Ofter then some hawk or ebc pads for more bite in the braking department.

[@chuco425]

I was undecided between the M235i and the M240i and your videos talked me into the M235i. This video shows me I saved money not buying the m240i since it’s engine would need similar fueling upgrades to get more power anyway. Plus I was actually able to find a low mile manual M235i. Coming from only stick shift cars I can’t tolerate the auto (unless it’s a dct) so an auto M240i wouldn’t do. Besides the American cars are doing just fine with over 600hp stock and stick shift; pretty sure my 400ish whp (after bolt ons) should still be enjoyable with a stick

[@TheSpeedAddiction]

The difference between a tuned B58 and a tuned N55 is night and day. A N55 would need a larger turbo to keep up with a tuned B58. Also, the B58 has stronger internals.

[@DD-hj3sj]

Dude seriously? You’re looking like a fool. M235i would need a bunch of supporting mods and a bigger turbo to keep up to a m240i with just a downpipe. You most certainly should of got the b58. Way better internals and updated tech!

[@chuco425]

But it still needs a $1500+ hpfp upgrade regardless. My thing was the chasis is the same and if I have to do supporting mods to either well it’s going to be the same thing. I understand one makes more power stock, so what? The money I save by the M235i went straight to bolt ons. So in my comparison it was full bolts m235i vs m240i. Besides if I only cared about going fast I would’ve just bought a Kawasaki H2 motorcycle to hit 200+ mph and would gap pretty much any stock car under $500k

[@DD-hj3sj]

@@chuco425 whatever makes you feel better about your decision but all us b58 guys are laughing at you. Go ahead and do a all the other supporting mods like intercooler and charge pipe, upgrade your turbo and still get gapped by a b58 with a downpipe.

[@chuco425]

@@DD-hj3sj I’m enjoying my car regardless. I could tell you have fun getting gapped by the s55 guys. I bought the fastest car for the money I had. If I saved up a little more to afford the m240 I wouldn’t have bought a bmw. I’d have bought another Camaro ss 1LE (regretted selling mine a year ago and now they cost way more to buy) and turn faster lap times than M3 or M4 and all while having a longer warranty that covers track use; that means if I blow up my engine on the race track, and I haven’t voided my warranty, Chevy is replacing my engine for free

[@LenartoGarage]

Would love to see your review on the m340i. It’s such a good poor man’s g80 m3 in my opinion. I recently picked up the M340i and I am very impressed with the b58 engine! Installed the m perf exhaust and the sound is 🔥.

[@SimplyCarThings]

trying to get my hands on one. I will film it as soon as i do!

[@LenartoGarage]

@@SimplyCarThings if you are ever near the west suburbs of Chicago, IL you’re welcome to take mine for a spin!

[@SimplyCarThings]

@@LenartoGarage For sure! Will definitely keep that in mind, thank you 💪

[@henryts9253]

Nice!💯👌

[@SwnkyTiger]

2017 M240i w/xdrive owner, going on a bit over two years now. Still stock apart from DP and cat-back. Always on the fence to take it FBO but I genuinely enjoy it as it is every time I drive it. Partially I feel FBO will be more trouble than it's worth (or I'll be in more trouble). Only dream about swapping into a Supra, an M2C, or a built 350z but without direct comparison they all feel negligible in potential differences.

[@virenpatel9973]

Did you do your own downpipe? I’m headed to Florida to see a 18 xdrive m240 today. Need xdrive for Denver but I’m worried about DIY being harder because of x drive.

[@SwnkyTiger]

@@virenpatel9973 while it took me longer than I had initially expected, I don't remember any of it being due to xdrive. It was more I was in the driveway on jack stands and should have brought it up maybe two inches higher than where I had it. It was close enough that I knew I could get it but would have saved myself some fitment headaches. The cat-back was done by the previous owner and I assume they had it installed by a shop.

[@Fkavirus]

Great review, loved your reaction to the power of the B58! Just got my 2019 M240i last week. It's been a joy to drive so far. Looking forward to getting it tuned. Probably going to start with an intake and an exhaust upgrade. Maybe a down pipe. Do you have any tips? Not looking to do a major overhaul right now.

[@SimplyCarThings]

You can do what this guy did and do a downpipe and fuel pump + tune. Turns the car into a rocket and is cheap/easy to accomplish

[@TheSpeedAddiction]

VRSF or CTS Turbo downpipe and a BM3, MHD or MG Flasher, Stage 2 E30 tune.

[@jessebenitez5667]

How’s the car reliability been? Been looking for a 240i or 340i just want to get in the b58 scene but too worried about buying a bmw since everyone says they break down all the time.

[@TheSpeedAddiction]

@@jessebenitez5667 The B58 is much more reliable than the previous N54 and N55 engines. That's why Toyota chose it for the Supra. After 1 year and 8k miles, the only issue I've had has been a failed downstream o2 sensor. As long has you change the oil every 5000 miles, use a safe OTS tune and keep up with the maintenance, they are pretty much bulletproof.

[@jessebenitez5667]

@@TheSpeedAddiction yeah I’ve been researching about the b58 but it would be my first German car and just worried about it being a bad experience but I’ve always wanted a bmw so I might just do it YOLO.

[@paulpateman6723]

I think you are right in what you say Omar 🇬🇧🇬🇧👍👍

[@HPAddict]

I am after a B58, I just can't decide RWD or xDrive.

[@the1andonly801]

Go rwd you’ll enjoy it a bit more in my opinion

[@TheSpeedAddiction]

The fastest tuned non-Supra B58s are XDrive.

[@HPAddict]

@@TheSpeedAddiction I had an n54 before and made 460whp, even with LSD and Toyo R888R I was struggling with traction most of the times on the road, that is why I am leaning towards xdrive more. Can't always have prepped surface or nice roads

[@mevans313]

I currently have an M240i xdrive, if you put it in Sport+ or Traction mode (traction control a little more off than in Sport+ but not fully off) you can get it to go plenty sideways. Granted, mine came to me with the crappy 225 all seasons, so it may be a little more tailhappy than the factory staggered summer tire setup. Unless you plan on drifting it, the xdrive will benefit you hugely from a launch and when you’re tuned especially. I was hesitant to get xdrive but I have no regrets.

[@racingdaily3674]

B58 POWER 🤯

[@SimplyCarThings]

yesssir!

[@twilliamstile1]

Why did you let Matt keep that damn car seat in the back lmao

[@TheSpeedAddiction]

It's been welded to the chassis 😂

[@obscenecuisine6573]

I have a 2017 m240 and I really find it funny how they call them non M but they have an M badge on them. Kinda annoyin to hear as a person who owns one from rando’s. I get 460whp from just jb4 and im running e30 and dont really lose digs and can take most awd on road. Pretty damn good to me

[@SimplyCarThings]

yea its a very fast straight line car for sure!

[@onekind1554]

Anyone know the intro instrumental music name really liked it

[@jimmybraden3334]

Nice.,a b58 (or s58) will likely replace my current e92. Its a 2013 335is with an n54-dct and now tuned with an LSD , brembos. Konis, and a few other things.. But the n54 only has 58k,miles so it's good for a bit..

[@bella_testastretta]

that's a good lad

[@jimmybraden3334]

@@bella_testastretta my second n54. Nothing but :-)

[@f22bmw]

The only drawback to any of the f22's is the brake system is awful, especially above 130. The rest of the car is golden.

[@M240Waheed]

Does anyone know the size of those tires? Are those 19s or 18s?

[@TheSpeedAddiction]

245 45 18. Potenza RE-71R

[@M240Waheed]

@@TheSpeedAddiction you are amazing sir

[@dedan2]

Can 245 fit on the stock wheel/rim?

[@lukasg6183]

Man this car is so damn expensive here in Germany. 35-40k €

[@SimplyCarThings]

Yes they’ve gone up in price considerably

[@thegrimmer]

Can he DM his smog shop?

[@omgthedonny]

B58 💪

[@EthanolEnthusiast]

32k! Can get a nice one for £17k here

[@Thewinnerscircle_]

Still wearing my sun glasses 🤨

[@SimplyCarThings]

!?

[@darthvicious]

First

[@aquasmoke8539]

Sad to break it to ya but no you’re not first

[@Badmon.Bryann]

Recently got a m240i. Going next week to pick it up, I’m beyond excited

[@SimplyCarThings]

so awesome man, congrats!!

[@Badmon.Bryann]

@@SimplyCarThings thanks homie appreciate it :)

[@Xanadu98]

How has it been? What year and mileage?

[@Badmon.Bryann]

@@Xanadu98 it’s been such a great car man. I have the 2017 and when I picked it up it had about 50k miles