Considering an M240i to replace the 335D. Any insights appreciated!

Quail · 07-18-2016, 08:18 AM

In the next couple of months I will need to start looking at the F30s replacement.

The 335D has been perfect as a fast all-rounder, but it doesn't provide much in the way of edge-of-the-seat thrills. As such, I'm steering the missus down the road of getting a decent diesel, meaning I can get something a bit more interesting.

I'd love some insights from those that have driven or even owned an M235i; especially if you also have experience with the 335D. It's a shame the F30 looks so much better than the F22 (IMO), but I'm excited to get in another RWD turbo petrol.

Rukka · 07-18-2016, 08:30 AM

I've had an M235i and was pretty underwhelmed by it by all accounts. Needed to be worked to get anything out of it.

I then had the 435d which was much better as a day to day, very quick off the mark but lacked engagement.

I've now got a 440i which ticks all the boxes that the 235i and 435d didn't.

With the M240i around now, I would think it would be a great car (although I've not driven one)

EDIT; Just to say, if you drive an M235i after your 335d - you will be disappointed.

JustChris · 07-18-2016, 08:35 AM

I enjoyed my M235i immensely. Fantastic little car.

Keep the spec, real, challenge whether you really need anything. Keep it light, keep it cheaper. Profit and enjoy!

Definitely do it, can't say any less than this. From my M4, M235i and 335d of most recent times this is the only one I will have regretted moving on from.

creepy coupe · 07-18-2016, 08:48 AM

I had an M235i for just over a year and did 14000 miles in mine. I loved the car in all but the ride. which was a bit jittery. I had a BMW performance exhaust fitted. which made the thing sound really good. A nice quality sound. Not at all chavy.

I would say. try one for a couple of days. This time of year with the windows down. it should be help your decision.

XK140 · 07-18-2016, 10:10 AM

I'm looking at a 240i next year.
What I would expect from it is to feel more compact and nimble than an F30 so as to be a nicer drive down a twisty B road.
If the difference is not that great then I will look elsewhere.

rocketretro · 07-18-2016, 11:12 AM

I have had mine for 16 months now and love it to bits, but I appreciate that it won't suit everyone Rukka included. If you value comfort on the same level as performance and handling get a 330/340i? Back problems? it may not be for you. Do keep it basic, don't bother with adaptive. Does it suit you? I remember one post saying that it was not easy to get his child out of the rear car seat .... come on! On the + side the engine is sublime, acceleration is more than you need, gearbox is sweet and it has nicely finished interior/seating. I test drove M135i's and the M235i and I would suggest that you do the same and consider what your needs are. I have resisted putting yet another image up.....

sorry, couldn't hold it back

Quail · 07-18-2016, 12:10 PM

Thanks for the input so far!

Regarding comfort, I have been a bit spoiled by the F30, but it's not an absolute necessity. I definitely lean towards performance over comfort, having owned some very impractical cars in my past.

Regarding keeping the spec lightweight, this won't be a problem, although I know with the M235i that speccing the diff was highly recommended. Does anyone know if this still applies with the newer M240i?

340i is also a consideration if the numbers work out similar.

BnB · 07-18-2016, 12:20 PM

I'm in a 225D at the mo' and it's certainly easier to thread down a B-road than an F30. Very wieldy little thing. If I didn't need an estate next vehicle I might be after a 240i myself. I do think adaptive is worthwhile if you value comfort. Save some money and stick with 18s. They look and feel much better.

Chompers · 07-18-2016, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Quail

Thanks for the input so far!

Regarding comfort, I have been a bit spoiled by the F30, but it's not an absolute necessity. I definitely lean towards performance over comfort, having owned some very impractical cars in my past.

Regarding keeping the spec lightweight, this won't be a problem, although I know with the M235i that speccing the diff was highly recommended. Does anyone know if this still applies with the newer M240i?

340i is also a consideration if the numbers work out similar.

M240i has better engine output than the 340i

340ps vs 326ps

stefan4 · 07-18-2016, 01:17 PM

if I didn't need the space I would have had an m240i, but right now the 340i is perfect

I'm not too much of a fan of the stock m lite wheels. think I would be very tempted into a set of 405m's if I was ordering.

JustChris · 07-18-2016, 03:03 PM

Any excuse for this bad boy.....

Has anyone on Bimmerpost not seen a picture if this car?

I think I've shoe-horned it into any EB2, 2 series or 6MT discussion

Chompers · 07-18-2016, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JustChris

Any excuse for this bad boy.....

Has anyone on Bimmerpost not seen a picture if this car?

I think I've shoe-horned it into any EB2, 2 series if 6MT discussion

Looks the part Chris as indeed the beast will too in a few months

Quail · 07-19-2016, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocketretro

sorry, couldn't hold it back

Quote:

Originally Posted by JustChris

Any excuse for this bad boy...

These both look great

JustChris · 07-19-2016, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quail

These both look great

Doooo it, do it, do it, do it....

creepy coupe · 07-19-2016, 09:27 AM

I still miss mine. I really don't think they need an LSD. I borrowed TRL's manual M235i with a diff and really didn't see what all the fuss was about. maybe if you track it. I spent my money on the exhaust.

JustChris · 07-19-2016, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by creepy coupe

I still miss mine. I really don't think they need an LSD. I borrowed TRL's manual M235i with a diff and really didn't see what all the fuss was about. maybe if you track it. I spent my money on the exhaust.

Agreed and same approach, nice M235i there.

creepy coupe · 07-19-2016, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JustChris

Agreed and same approach, nice M235i there.

Thanks. I had more nice comments owning that car than any other.

Quail · 07-19-2016, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by creepy coupe

Thanks. I had more nice comments owning that car than any other.

*checks sig*

Wow, impressive work from the little BM!

Is it on standard suspension in that photo? The 19s fit quite nicely.

creepy coupe · 07-20-2016, 02:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quail

*checks sig*

Wow, impressive work from the little BM!

Is it on standard suspension in that photo? The 19s fit quite nicely.

Yes standard adaptive.

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Quail Private First Class 50 Rep 105 Posts Drives: F31 335d Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Bedfordshire iTrader: (0)	Considering an M240i to replace the 335D. Any insights appreciated! In the next couple of months I will need to start looking at the F30s replacement. The 335D has been perfect as a fast all-rounder, but it doesn't provide much in the way of edge-of-the-seat thrills. As such, I'm steering the missus down the road of getting a decent diesel, meaning I can get something a bit more interesting. I'd love some insights from those that have driven or even owned an M235i; especially if you also have experience with the 335D. It's a shame the F30 looks so much better than the F22 (IMO), but I'm excited to get in another RWD turbo petrol. __________________ S14a 200SX / F31 335d
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Rukka Brigadier General 2647 Rep 3,664 Posts Drives: M4 Comp Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Cheshire (UK) iTrader: (0)	I've had an M235i and was pretty underwhelmed by it by all accounts. Needed to be worked to get anything out of it. I then had the 435d which was much better as a day to day, very quick off the mark but lacked engagement. I've now got a 440i which ticks all the boxes that the 235i and 435d didn't. With the M240i around now, I would think it would be a great car (although I've not driven one) EDIT; Just to say, if you drive an M235i after your 335d - you will be disappointed. __________________ Current: M4 G82 Past: C43, X4 M40i, TTS, M4 CP, 440i, 435d, M235i, 220d, F30, E90, E87
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JustChris General 17488 Rep 25,115 Posts Drives: Tesla MYRWD Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I enjoyed my M235i immensely. Fantastic little car. Keep the spec, real, challenge whether you really need anything. Keep it light, keep it cheaper. Profit and enjoy! Definitely do it, can't say any less than this. From my M4, M235i and 335d of most recent times this is the only one I will have regretted moving on from. __________________ My car made front page of Bimmerpost
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creepy coupe Lieutenant General 1867 Rep 13,043 Posts Drives: BMW M340I G20 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (2) Garage List 2015 BMW 435d [0.00] 2009 335i [0.00]	I had an M235i for just over a year and did 14000 miles in mine. I loved the car in all but the ride. which was a bit jittery. I had a BMW performance exhaust fitted. which made the thing sound really good. A nice quality sound. Not at all chavy. I would say. try one for a couple of days. This time of year with the windows down. it should be help your decision. __________________ -------------------------------------------------------------- Current car.M240i. Previous.MINI JCW. E92 325i. 435d M235i.M135i. 635d Coupe, E92 M3 manual, E92 M3 DCT Competition Pack. E92 335i, Porsche Cayman S Gen2, 135i Coupe. E92 320d, MK5 R32. MK5 Golf GTi,MK5 Golf GT-TDI,E46 318Ci.
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XK140 First Lieutenant 130 Rep 358 Posts Drives: SEAT Leon Cupra Carbon/GT86 Join Date: May 2016 Location: Chesterfield iTrader: (0)	I'm looking at a 240i next year. What I would expect from it is to feel more compact and nimble than an F30 so as to be a nicer drive down a twisty B road. If the difference is not that great then I will look elsewhere.
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rocketretro Captain 180 Rep 761 Posts Drives: M235i Coupe Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: South Coast iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M235i [0.00] 2017 BMW X3 xDrive3 ... [0.00]	I have had mine for 16 months now and love it to bits, but I appreciate that it won't suit everyone Rukka included. If you value comfort on the same level as performance and handling get a 330/340i? Back problems? it may not be for you. Do keep it basic, don't bother with adaptive. Does it suit you? I remember one post saying that it was not easy to get his child out of the rear car seat .... come on! On the + side the engine is sublime, acceleration is more than you need, gearbox is sweet and it has nicely finished interior/seating. I test drove M135i's and the M235i and I would suggest that you do the same and consider what your needs are. I have resisted putting yet another image up..... sorry, couldn't hold it back __________________
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Quail Private First Class 50 Rep 105 Posts Drives: F31 335d Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Bedfordshire iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the input so far! Regarding comfort, I have been a bit spoiled by the F30, but it's not an absolute necessity. I definitely lean towards performance over comfort, having owned some very impractical cars in my past. Regarding keeping the spec lightweight, this won't be a problem, although I know with the M235i that speccing the diff was highly recommended. Does anyone know if this still applies with the newer M240i? 340i is also a consideration if the numbers work out similar. __________________ S14a 200SX / F31 335d
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