I like the front end better than the beaver toothed M4, but I think the previous M2 is a nicer looking car.

 

This ^^

And also this ^^

I'm a big fan of the previous M2, the proportions are much closer to a classic m-car, rather than the elongated M4.

 

And with all the lower bumper (front and rear) that they removed... its still 500lbs heavier than last gen. I was in market for m240, but then they stopped bringing manual (to US anyway). So, waited on this... and can't see self in it.. .plus the cost $$$. I'm an audi guy and was thinking to make a change. perhaps not.

 

Wheel arches look like a added on afterthought, much prefer proper dials/dashboard, and how much!

 

I feel like the trend is really more power and heavier (compared to the previous gen)

Then once the M2 Competition & M2 CS come out, those will be lighter but insanely expensive

DK famously said “Lightweight is a weapon” And so does Chapman

 

You know the more I look at the blue car it reminds me of an old MG 75ZT saloon?

 

Always has a soft spot for those.

 

LOL, but I don't think the beaver toothed M3/M4 is any better.

Now this is what I call a cheap body kit.

 

BTW @Hubert, did you catch the watch BMW M CEO Franciscus van Meel is wearing in the "walk-around" video of the red M2?

 

This

 

I subscribe to the school of Colin Chapman, "Simplify, then add lightness". The most fun cars that I've owned have all been under 3000 lbs.

 

I agree Those who just want to add more and more (horse) power are those who also don't know how to drive