Why I Sold My 2023 BMW M2 G87

I'm sharing my personal journey with the BMW M2 and why I ultimately decided to part ways with it. The M2 is undeniably a powerhouse, boasting an impressive lap time of 7 minutes and 32 seconds on the Nürburgring. It's a true speed demon, but I realized it just didn't mesh well with my driving style.
I describe the M2 as a "weapon" on the road - it's exhilarating and adrenaline-packed, but it lacks the emotional connection I look for in a car. Driving it felt like a constant battle, especially when navigating corners. The rear-wheel drive and its tendency to oversteer meant I was always on high alert, which, while thrilling, didn't give me the joy I sought in driving.
Contrasting this, I talk about my new love, the BMW M6. It feels like the perfect replacement, aligning more with what I desire in a car. From its stunning interior with beautiful leather seats to its overall design, the M6 resonates more with my expectations of what driving should feel like.
This video isn't just about the specs of these cars; it's about the emotional journey and the connection we have with our vehicles. Moving from the M2 to the M6 has been a journey of understanding what I truly value in a car - a blend of performance, comfort, and a personal touch.
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[@A_Jay13]

Aziz: Buys modern G87 M2, one of the best new cars for its money.... Azis sees an 15+ year old, V10 BMW, most likely gonna cost him his left liver but he will bond a forever lasting friendship with his mechanic -> Aziz: "Why I Sold My BMW M2 G87" I feel you Aziz, I used to be into modern cars from young age, saved money for an Mini F56 JCW, but then the first time I drove an older N/A car, I never wanted anything else. Got myself an appealing Z3 Coupe. Costs nothing to run and looks awesome and will most likely never sell it due to its low running costs and unique driving experience. It's controllable at its limit, pure driving pleasure as BMW describe it and if you're not an idiotic hooligan you'll most likely never crash it. BTW: Keep up your content and keep us entertained! Discovered your insta/ YT a year ago!

[@azizdrives]

Absolutely love your comment. The Z3 Coupe is one of the greatest cars to ever be built. Its enough if you got the inline six with 193 hps or even the updated 3l with 231hp, a wonderful car for somebody with taste, i see you get my point. At some point it's just too much its not what i want and thats why it had to go.

[@A_Jay13]

@@azizdrives Thanks for the answer! If you're in Munich late summer. I'll would love to have the honor to lend it for a review. It's an early "non TU/Doppelvanos M52B28" model with 192bhp, very analogue engine. It's currently getting restored and freshened up (suspension, engine, etc.). BTW, an other british reviewer (I think Harry Metcalfe) once said, that modern cars are so stupid fast that you can't enjoy them anymore, similar as you stated. No matter what you do, you can't enjoy the full potential of the engine as it will kill you as soon as it can.

[@failingup4907]

Forever lasting friendship with his mechanic.. LMAO! This comment made my Monday.. And its true.. :) I have a C7 Corvette and I think this M2 is beautiful! Don't think I could give my Corvette up for it. Wish I could find one I could drive and see the difference.

[@muthukumaranc]

Congrats on buying the M6 V10, can't wait to hear it! I'd like to see a review of Alpine A110, heard great things about it!

[@azizdrives]

i will see if i can get one! Beautiful car but its too expensive in my opinion

[@samuelchopard]

@@azizdrivesHappy to let you try mine if you want. I live in Geneva

[@infinitebeast5517]

Respect to you sir for knowing yourself and being responsible. I had a friend who did something similar but with their motorcycle, they definitely saved themselves there.

[@johnburke568]

I just commented the same thing hahahaha. Too funny, exact same words

[@mannionmax]

Put traction control on level 8+ and you can put your foot to the floor in a corner.

[@mirzaVabisV8]

Those new cars somehow feel weird. That's why I sold mine 2021 M340i and bought 1985 BMW M6 e24 with 60.000km on the odometer. Best decision ever.

[@azizdrives]

What a wonderful machine, where are you located? I Would love to see the car.

[@mirzaVabisV8]

I'm located in TX USA.

[@yg78t76t7]

Didn’t know they made the M6 back in the 80s

[@mirzaVabisV8]

​​@@yg78t76t7 the M6 was a name for US market, m635CSi for EU and other market, US spec. little less HP than EU version. 256hp US, 282hp EU market. Mine happened to be imported from EU 6yrs ago. So it's 282hp. The e24 M6/m635CSi where built from 1983-1989

[@julianautist]

Nice and honest as always thanks for your videos ❤

[@arondub420]

Do what’s best for you man! I’ve watch almost all your videos and I’m surprised this channel did not blow up yet! Keep it real brother! Can’t wait for your M6 videos and oviously we need some some rants about new cars 😂

[@arymonem]

I respect your opinion and decision, but I have the exact opposite experience with this car after daily driving a manual for 7 months. This beast can handle so much on the corners, that I’m simply blown away. Used to have an S2000, and that thing was fun as hell, but scary at the limit, and it was always too late once you got there. F87s are just a dancing tails, which is quite scary. I would not compare it to Porsche, because they are on a different level all together, but I guarantee you that G87 can pretty much keep up with them, or almost anything out there quite easily.

[@johnburke568]

Responsible decision, and props for knowing yourself this well

[@BMR_WRLD]

Sad to see it go, I really liked your content with it. But I can respect your reasoning and knowing your limits with the car.

[@micraw714]

I know exactly what you're talking about! I recently drove a G80 comp and it was fast but very non communicative. I couldn't feel anything through the wheel or suspension to know what the limits were. I was so excited to get back into my E92 M3 and F87 after driving it 😊

[@Tobulas1]

Very good opinion. I have f82 stage 2 already 5 years, but 9month of the year thinking same. You have to keep 10-15% until you reach the limit to not destroy self

[@konmi3691]

you spoke smtn out deep from my heart at 5:15

[@russsle]

I admit the G87 M2 is a great fun car but there is just something undeniably special about the classics. Loving my e36 m3 still and the character it brings, couldn't bring myself to sell it. Awesome m5 v10 btw!

[@DrFeelGoodKali]

I totally Understand what you mean....I have had 2 e46M3s, and I pushed them to the limit, and I knew where that limit was. Now, I drive a 2023 M440i (non-X-drive), and I don't dare give it a gas on the corners because the rear end will start to scooch around. Especially when, for some nincompoop reason, BMW decided to fit my car with 225 tires all around and limit the top speed to 131....WHAT THE F...BMW!!

[@dinosoarmotorsports]

I appreciate your honest review. I agree that high-power RWD cars are not everyone' gig, and that it is a driving style that one subjectively choses. I like oversteer-prone cars, so this car appeals to me. Good content. Good video!

[@Itsgiuliogiberti]

Very nice consideration, ofc the M6 is more sensational!! I love all the M models

[@josephhogue1481]

Aziz, I FEEL YOU! I thought I was the only one who thinks the G8X (2wd) are too much car for the street. I've had my G80 Competition RWD for over a year now. You hit every nail on the head in your video, it's exactly how I feel. I especially feel you on appreciating taking a car to its limit BUT the G8X are so capable that you're certainly dead if you get it wrong. I'm not scared of it, just hesitant for my and others safety. I owned a Yamaha R6 too and sold it for the same exact reason. I love them both but they'll kill me one day. Most people that own a G80 likely have no idea where THE CARS LIMIT IS. They reach THEIR COMFORT level and stop.... the car has never truly gotten out of shape for them.

[@BruBrusmayhem]

I have a G87 with the manual and I feel what you are saying ! But after a life driving WRXs and STis, this BMW is teaching me a lot about throttle control, steering inputs, where to give gas, where not to ! And I'm excited to say that I now have full control over what's happening with the rear, I never have to think about my throttle input or anything because I know where's the limit ! But that's different for everybody. This M2 is my stepping stone towards a 991.2 911 GT3. I drove a GT3 before trying and buying the M2 and I wasn't prepared for that level of grip and stiffness. I feel the GT3's limit is way higher than the M2 but won't be forgiving at all.. It will snap out of hands super quickly. I didn't feel that with the M2 so I went with it ! But yeah. Driving styles and personal preferences don't have to be justified ! You either like it or not ! Good content, keep it up !

[@jomo2483]

I feel you. I don't like Turbo charged cars as well. Instead of enjoying the drive, you have to constantly be aware of not pushing the accelerator too much or risk crashing.

[@lowdowntwotone5541]

Just bought a G87 coming from an F23 M240i and I totally understand where you are coming from. It's a car for the track really....I'm going to keep it for a while and probably switch to an xDrive M240i which is probably a better car for the road

[@brianjackson7499]

After selling my E46 M3 over 10 years ago and owning many M140i’s and moth M2 OG and M2C in the meantime, I’ve now sold my M2C and gone back to another E46 manual M3 for special occasions. It’s not about the speed, it’s about how it makes you feel and none of the newer cars can ever really replicate the older cars, especially in the looks department.

[@TheAzdavay]

Well my friend. Who ever bought it, İt has a happy owner that s for sure.

[@garosama4517]

I'd choose an V10 over an M2 as well. Good choice

[@Leopizz]

Please make a review of the gt4rs

[@Spyder_Tours]

This is exactly what I’ve been saying about the car too. It’s a shame it’s a great but I just don’t love it. Mine will be going soon too.

[@galaxy_x7773]

I can absolutely understand that. For me I would love to drive such a car but I never drive a car with that much power so I can’t tell how it is. But I think I would love it but I’m also only 18 and take more risks I think.

[@jayczyzyk9707]

Great car

[@Oorakhhye]

Adjust the DSC after putting it into sport plus mode…not completely high or mid but like low level 2 or something…

[@joshuacortes2414]

This is why we do research and go on test drives

[@Kevinandhismillionhobbies]

Reason why I kept my m156.. AMG, 6.3, N/A

[@sariuxsaz]

It's a sign that you should've went for an M5 F90:) OG M2 not even the M2 comp, was the best. With the N55. Sound, handling and all was perfect. After they went to S engines they went to shit. They became faster but not as engaging or emotional 👍

[@akingturtle]

I had to choose between an A45s vs M2 Competition - hated the steering feel on the M2 - cabin felt dated as well so chose the A45s for the AWD traction, the interior was more modern and just felt a lot more special. I understand why you felt the need to save yourself before you wreck yourself!

[@Sergesedd22]

Lol

[@DonsShed]

I have gone up and down with cars.... 350Z Track then Evo 9, R35 GTR, Evo X, ML63 AMG, HSV R8 Clubsport, Ralliart, Golf R and now a M340i...... changing up and down Horsepower can be a good thing..... I mean, my next car will certainly be less powerful than my M340i (approx 420hp)..... I'm actually starting to itch for a GR Corolla or GR Yaris. (as I love Rally)

[@metmax5843]

I suggest you make a video reviewing The 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG🙏🙏🔥

[@yanis_s500]

Aziz, man, you are the kind of type that needs to own a classic gentlemans car with V8 or V10. I think Mercedes AMG cars are the best for you!

[@911gt333]

F12 insha Allah

[@aminbajrektarevicab]

You should've maybe gone with a manual, it's way more manageable. My only gripe with the car is steering, I feel like I can run over a curb and the wheel won't flinch.

[@Levente20]

You could have fitted wider tires for more traction

[@shabz_carz]

you should get a w204 c63 or a w213 E63s👀

[@NoName-kx5zv]

do you still have your aston martin?

[@azizdrives]

i Sold the Aston last year, had to take on some investments. I will probably buy one

[@soulz23]

Sensible decision. Non xDrive too wild. Hmmm I won't die in a 911 AWD or G63 when pushing it.

[@Expertslaunch]

Allah Ybarek Aziz

[@Bluewhite13]

Totally agree with you bro but you cant have everything with a car(unless its a porsche😅).Mercs are too luxurious ,beautiful but soft,audis are very safe but have great undesteer when you push them,bmw are exactly how you describe!

[@mikedenkinger9570]

It sounds like you would well by an M240iX

[@enesaltparmak8669]

aziz, just out of curiosity, are you turkish? your name definitely. your accent, %99. but i still need clarification :)

[@alnddoski1567]

Never leave s85 bro even if one day you sell your m6 .. buy E60 M5 the 4 door supercar 🇩🇪🫡

[@franciscocabrerabrito5945]

Get an Alfa Romeo 4C. Tonnes of emotion.

[@paulprecup2477]

7:32 seconds on the Nurburgring...if only there would be another car that fast, more practical, more beautiful, with soul and which will awake passion inside you. Just buy a Giulia Quadrifoglio man!

[@azizdrives]

GT4 :D

[@karolmaciejewski340]

F87 was even crazier imo

[@azizdrives]

I think the M2 F87 is much smoother much better to drive

[@karolmaciejewski340]

​@@azizdrives sorry but I disagree, owned f87 n55 for 3 years and now I have G87 and it has more grip front and back . But I get your point this car is so fast, everytime I press pedal Im scared that Im gonna loose my driving license again.

[@azizdrives]

@@karolmaciejewski340 Thanks for the comment, interesting. I felt the n55 was much easier to drive tbh also the m2 competition was very easy to drive in my opinion.

[@jbmwm2327]

@@azizdrivesi owned also a BMW M2 LCI with the N55 for 4 years and driving now the G87 and i also disagree. The OG M2 was a drift maschine,very low grip on the rear axle but also quite low grip on the front axle based on its small tires (245). The M2 Comp has the same Suspension/ setup so no difference here. The G87 is much much more easier to drive, has more grip and is a lot faster. For Drifting take the F87 for the Track and as a daily i go for the G87

[@chrisginoc]

​@@karolmaciejewski340Can't compare the OG M2 N55 with the M2 Comp S55.

[@AA-qs4un]

Haha eif bi mini bude im stadler🤣💪

[@Dave-gl6jb]

Buy the Manual G87 next time or second hand F87. Win win.😎

[@robspot7629]

Buys the car in the winter months, drives with winter tires in low temperatures and tells us the car is trying to kill you. My humor

[@azizdrives]

Summer tires. Driving also in very dry spots and also in conditions of 15 degrees. Reviewed the car in Summer at 35 degrees and still same opinion. It is a wonderful car but its not for me.

[@Felix9lives]

Buying without test driving?

[@azizdrives]

No, there is a difference on test driving a car and actually owning it

[@amggeniuses4575]

Perhaps you should have chosen the M2 with a manual? 🤔

[@azizdrives]

Not sure, if that would have changed anything.

[@Fantasmazzzz]

Get a 911 GTS, you are not going to make a mistake with it :)

[@carbonoxx]

it just need a better driver

[@johnschille6014]

It’s simple math people, 6 > 2

[@schwagier]

You sure it wasn't the fact the G87 M2 has all these rings for "safety"?

[@ixD9]

What about an M240i? All of the things you liked about the M2 but less of an axe murderer.

[@Mercobenzine]

You need a s65 or cl65 amg

[@Levente20]

nah. bmw. best or nothing

[@imBugra]

I can't drive below E segment by any means. I can easily daily an M760Li, an M5, or currently a Cayenne Turbo S, but I can't go below that. M3-M4 are way more squishy, utterly performance oriented. Can't even imagine how M2 would drive.

[@fresnoar3084]

😩😩😩

[@crossplane46]

spending a huge amount of money and waiting a lot of time to then sell it 2 months later… doesn’t make any sense

[@abaconstructions9514]

I can smell some 911

[@thebamb1]

There is maybe a x Drive Version Coming with 480ps

[@moglyz9911]

nope

[@uklmngubane5661]

Lol ::::: If you liked you could have worked on it: Kw V3--thats all

[@yg78t76t7]

The m2 looks like a kids car. That’s why it doesn’t fit you. You look mature. Should get a M5 or M8.

[@johnshaw359]

The m240i is likely better.

[@metmax5843]

I really don't care make a vieo about the e55 amg 2003-2006

[@ASSBVB]

ehhhh....

[@Abell-_-]

The m2 seems to be like a young stallion full of hormones

[@Levente20]

Aziz, bro. I'm dissapointrd 😢 fuuuuuu

[@azizdrives]

why bro? Don't you like me switching to the M6 V10`?

[@Levente20]

i like but im more of an M2 fanatic hehe. @@azizdrives

[@Levente20]

i also had an original M3 CSL for 9 years. a silver one. that i would rather have back of course.i sold it 3 years ago. had to sell it. that car is the best M car ever made, please if you have the chance to test one please do its just like you said in the m4 csl video its night and day difference between the standard M4. the e46 m3 csl man, pls do a review of it Aziz. you will be blown away@@azizdrives

[@BernieFrynell]

I recommend to buy a Swiss car 😂

[@jamesonmiller5799]

In summary…I’m selling the car because I don’t know how to drive it.

[@mr_jdes]

That dash looks very cheap

[@Levente20]

better then your porsche thats for sure

[@johnm5131]

I have one and the reviewer is correct. Hits it on the head. DEAD steering. DEAD brake feel. Poor rear traction. You have to believe in God to push it on the road. My other car is a GT3 and even a novice could push it to 90% safely.

[@chrisbradley3224]

So you don’t like it then? Other than a Porsche what do you recommend?

[@noelg8069]

🫡

[@tshepitshepi7388]

😂😂😂😂v6 plane ✈️