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  • @JoeAchilles1
    @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    So excited to share this video with you all, this is a proper bit of kit and highly recommended (if you can get past some of the questionable styling). Cheers everyone ❤️

    • @msdexter619
      @msdexter619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is making me very excited for the incoming M2, keeping my options very much open! 😍

    • @baileybob27
      @baileybob27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Only thing I'd trade my m140i in for tbf... 😍

    • @Largeone1968
      @Largeone1968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I didn’t think that I’d ever say this but this car would look better with a bigger grille!

    • @chrissygoncarsbikes7872
      @chrissygoncarsbikes7872 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Apologies, I drank 6 bottles of Thatchers Katy last night! It’s always best to stay out of the comments until a morning reflection. Now it’s impossible to avoid the Maccies drive through before work!

    • @unowen-nh9ov
      @unowen-nh9ov 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidjack3 Trolls also ignorant of historic reality that this is design evolution of decades old BMW coupe design, I owned E9 & Joe is totally accurate to compare the 2, this is ONLY car on the market today to remind me of original. Like any modern vehicle, visibility reduced, but @ twice the h.p. I can forgive it!

  • @Hmanchester0807
    @Hmanchester0807 3 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Epic indeed… Thanks Joe, I’ve had 3 mlites over the last 6 years all off TRL and all inspired purchases through watching your videos over the years… I ordered an M240i Xdrive in Brooklyn Grey two weeks ago and this review has reassured me that I absolutely made the right choice. 🙌🙌🙌

    • @hattorihanzohelper
      @hattorihanzohelper 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That’s gonna look stunning! Love Brooklyn Grey, little jealous :)

    • @jm9371
      @jm9371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think you made a flawless choice.... Enjoy!

    • @DC5dotty
      @DC5dotty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What sort of deal did you get :)

    • @TerryJamesCole
      @TerryJamesCole 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DC5dotty epic

    • @Hmanchester0807
      @Hmanchester0807 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DC5dotty I got an NHS discount which was too good to turn down. Don’t want to give % on here. I’m sure the dealerships will start discounting early NY. 👍

  • @mickcohen4099
    @mickcohen4099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Joe, you're the real deal on youtube. You got the knowledge and are pleasant to listen to and watch. With so much BS going on, you're quite an exception. Lovely car, the M240i!

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Mike, means a lot buddy 👊❤️

  • @final_mile_music9713
    @final_mile_music9713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I think the M240 is optimized for the road and the M2 adds more juice and dynamics for the track. As a daily driver, the M240 hots the sweet spot. Which is why I have one coming. Fully loaded with the performance pack.

    • @Fat_Catt
      @Fat_Catt 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      How do u like it so far ? 2 years ownership ?

  • @pevvex4452
    @pevvex4452 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Almost every M performance ( M light ) car is better then full M car for most people and every day driving.
    Your reviews comes from the heart that why they are honest. It’s actually similar way like BMW M division been thinking for ages.
    They won’t be able to do it much longer. Let’s enjoy this car it may be the very last model like this. Future classic I guess.

  • @keithronson2624
    @keithronson2624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Has to be the Best BMW in many a year. And that is saying something. BMW are smashing it! M4, M3 and on. And yet this is just about perfect in every sense. [And personally the rear is stunning!] Absolute perfection. A classic already. Thank You. Amazing.

  • @jonathangandy
    @jonathangandy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Great to see BMW haven't lost their way with the next M240i. I still miss my 2014 M135i. Such fantastic machines!

  • @rtrain9
    @rtrain9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I picked up my 2022 M240i last Thursday. Its a brilliant brilliant car. I bought the car partially due to this film. Thank you, Joe!

  • @MichaelWoloszynowicz
    @MichaelWoloszynowicz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +240

    Great car but can’t get over that rear end. One thing I love about my M340 is that there isn’t a single angle that looks bad. Surprised BMW didn’t down tune the engine to bring power below the M340 and 440. Good on them for that.

    • @Draconian8
      @Draconian8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      M340 has a safe boring sedan design

    • @_M3NACE_
      @_M3NACE_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Can’t say I’m a fan of the 340i look from any angle. Just my opinion. It’s on the boring & conservative side but beauty is in the eye on the beholder 👌🏻

    • @dewaynesummers8105
      @dewaynesummers8105 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I have a M340i as well and my only gripe about the design is it doesn’t have great road presence. Like there’s nothing that blows you away. I’m current doing some mods that we’ll help do that do. This M240i will turn heads as is.

    • @ravenation8756
      @ravenation8756 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dewaynesummers8105 Spot on here. Standard (excepting the tailpipes) there's no real differentiator to, say a 330i. I have a Sunset Orange Metallic 340 but had the performance kit fitted and it gives it a totally different dimension. Just love it as both my daily driver that can be a beast when it needs to.

    • @milinddixit6583
      @milinddixit6583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I find the 340 a tad dull to look at, but it is the perfect Q car. And I'd rather have a Q car than one that shouts about itself.

  • @jm9371
    @jm9371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    The fact that it has an M-diff in the rear makes this 'M-lite' a real game changer, especially with the Xdrive.

    • @93455Driver
      @93455Driver 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Will the offer the rear diff on the 230i?

    • @Sikhumbuzo_Khumalo
      @Sikhumbuzo_Khumalo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think yes I read somewhere that 230i will come with rear wheel drive

  • @CryptoQuest1
    @CryptoQuest1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love reviewers like yourself, who actually drive the car in their videos.

  • @markrhoden68
    @markrhoden68 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Finally, so been looking forward to seeing this car driven.
    0-60 wow

    • @mstegs5477
      @mstegs5477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's a Matt Watson time! Watch automann-tv's video on the new m240. Interesting comparison for different 0-60, 0-100kph times.

    • @markrhoden68
      @markrhoden68 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mstegs5477 just watched it, none the less less than 4.5 seconds to 100kph still a very impressive bit of kit.
      Id like to see it in the flesh to make my final judgement

    • @DjNikGnashers
      @DjNikGnashers 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      0-60 YAWN more like.
      What is it with the obsession of 0-60 ? It doesn't make a car any better to drive, or more dynamically capable, or better steering, or etc .......

  • @alebonetto127
    @alebonetto127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Joe, I just want to thank you for this very detailed review. I picked up this model last week in Brooklyn grey and absolutely love everything about it. Still breaking it in right now but can't wait to use more of that power soon. Couldn't be happier with my first BMW.

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ahh great to hear man, congratulations! What a car, can't wait to get my hands on another one soon back here in the UK 👌

  • @PetrolheadTours
    @PetrolheadTours 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Been waiting for this one, and what a great review! Good video, fantastic camera angles, and thorough descriptions of interior, exterior and driving impressions. Thank you Joe 🙏

    • @stephendunn4655
      @stephendunn4655 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Next tour car?

    • @PetrolheadTours
      @PetrolheadTours 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stephendunn4655 could be… 🤔

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers guys, bet you can't wait for yours now....

    • @peterkukolik8402
      @peterkukolik8402 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JoeAchilles1
      M-sport differential equals LSD or not?

  • @kendepeal
    @kendepeal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey Joe, appreciate the video! I picked up my 2022 about 45 days ago, and absolutely love it. Mine is the full blackout with black rims, and I've been approached regularly by people wanting to get a closer look. It's my first BMW, and I'm thoroughly satisfied with my purchase!

  • @benjaminrhodes9582
    @benjaminrhodes9582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Based on this review I’m imagining the incoming M2 is gonna be a proper weapon.

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah can't wait for that!

    • @mikesstories2762
      @mikesstories2762 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      pffooeee that will be a beast!! can't wait as well

  • @jonathanbeale3978
    @jonathanbeale3978 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I had a M240i auto with adaptive suspension. Loved that car, almost the same size as the E46 M3. Just specced M240i xdrive, purple, adaptive, head up £50,940. No delivery time frame quoted any where. Pleased to see BMW have decided to fit proper tyres this time. “Now if I sell a kidney, trade in the 440i coupe can I afford one?” Joe you have a lot to answer for😉 I purchased the M240i and 440i coupe after your great videos, please keep them coming.

  • @wadewilson4702
    @wadewilson4702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Despite the EU trying to ruin engines and engine/exhaust notes this car sounds great. Great review Joe. The want is strong.

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Totally agree 👌

    • @mob1235
      @mob1235 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      it sounds like nothing. Or do you mean the speakers?

  • @EmperialHails
    @EmperialHails 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Got a brand new M2 Comp a couple of weeks ago. One of the last 3 new ones left in Australia. I have no regrets. Granted, this is just the M240i

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, yeah the M2 Comp is still a level above in performance terms, especially in sunny Oz!

  • @EvolveAutomotive
    @EvolveAutomotive 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Awesome review Joe! Look forward forward getting ours early 2022 🙌

    • @twola9027
      @twola9027 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Can't wait to see the mods that Imran and his team will put on the m240

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Cheers guys, can't wait to drive your 2000bhp version next year ;-)

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@JoeAchilles1 only 2000 bhp 😜

  • @markwaring2817
    @markwaring2817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the review. I ordered a Brooklyn Grey M240i back in September. Can’t wait to drive it in January when hopefully it’s due for delivery.

    • @andrewmontague2636
      @andrewmontague2636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lucky man, great choice. I’m planning to get one too but I’m gonna wait til I can drive it

  • @jurgenzimmermann5006
    @jurgenzimmermann5006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One of the best reviews of the M240i I've seen until now. Ordered mine last week and I'm so excited to get it. P.S.: my former car is an M2, but as a daily, it's just too harsh for me now after 3 years.

  • @mevans313
    @mevans313 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I found you back in the M140/M240 days and you were a big influence in me buying my 2018 M240i xdrive! I absolutely love it

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear, thanks for watching my stuff for so long....

    • @chrisrawlings8077
      @chrisrawlings8077 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did the same and bought a M240i on Joe’s recommendation. Now thinking I might have to change for this new one 😎

  • @rottierich
    @rottierich 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the very BEST video of any car you could think to buy, to be honest! Massive well done!

  • @cooperajcpr
    @cooperajcpr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    For someone who can only afford one car and wants it to be sporty and doesn't more than one passenger, this seems the ultimate

  • @lindman399
    @lindman399 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The only competition BMW has is with itself with this car. Blows the others out of the water. Great vid Joe

  • @szalczingeristvan3622
    @szalczingeristvan3622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man, just what I needed, You’ve just reconfirmed all my thoughts and hopes about this piece of art! I’m 1000% sure now this will be my next and last petrol car before changing to this electric thingies… 👌🏽

  • @JamesMonty
    @JamesMonty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So glad this is the first full drive video of the M240i I’ve seen Joe. Really enjoyed it, I have the previous gen M240i so hope to get one of these when it’s a more affordable used proposition. Will be holding off electric as long as possible.

  • @peterkirton4580
    @peterkirton4580 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One thing which strikes you when watching videos shot in the EU is the quality of the roads, so different from here in the UK. Lovely car Joe

  • @ShogunsDojo
    @ShogunsDojo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    What a car, very happy to see that new M240i picks up the torch from the previous small M lites and moves the game on. It’s important that BMW has a small performance coupe that isn’t an M car. Looks like xdrive combined with b58 is quite a leveller on the road when comparing it to the full fat M cars. Great video 🔥

  • @henrymacleod6592
    @henrymacleod6592 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You picked a nice piece of road for this review - I think, I drove it a hundred times. Nice car as well. I can't wait to see the M2 ...

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha thank you, was close enough to Garching and very beautiful!

  • @lawrencefonville3190
    @lawrencefonville3190 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir, Love the Channel, and you convinced me that this would be my Retired old Dude Car, lol. Built a Brooklyn Grey, Red interior, M240i Performance Pack, loaded. Thanks and keep Reviewing…

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Lawrence, great to hear buddy and thanks for watching 🙏

  • @thehauke7981
    @thehauke7981 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Waited so long for this. As always really good and honest review. Can’t wait!

  • @santana9537
    @santana9537 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    😍😍😍😍 new M2 will be ruthless. M240i already seems like a better and more fun package than the a45s

    • @trcs3079
      @trcs3079 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      A45s is more expensive, so I see why a lot of people rather the M240i

    • @santana9537
      @santana9537 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@trcs3079 new golf r drives better than the a45s but I have no doubt the m240i will have its own unique rwd character

  • @angledanarius
    @angledanarius 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Looks so good, I’ve been waiting for the first review. Thanks joe!

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! 👌🏼

  • @rtablesaw
    @rtablesaw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really didn't like it at first but now it's really growing on me.

  • @dair7947
    @dair7947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can't wait for the new m2, great vid Joe

  • @nathanroome1579
    @nathanroome1579 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Joe, watched your vids since the start mate. The quality, editing, gains on the videos since then have been mega, just keep getting better and better. Another great vid, keep it up.

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Nathan, really appreciate your long term support and kind words 👌 It's been a long journey, but so pleased I've turned it into a job 👊❤️

  • @jordan50212
    @jordan50212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This new 240i looks great! Has a lot to live up to! Will be good to see one in the flesh! Great they had you out there for the press release! Video was brill! Next gen M2 will be a fire breather!

  • @StregaKyto
    @StregaKyto 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so excited for this. I have a 2014 M235i and this has pry moved the needle enough to upgrade. Mine is sooo usable reliable fast and just a fantastic car even at 90k miles.

  • @rshincols
    @rshincols 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Most people making comments about the back end of the car haven’t seen anything but pics and videos, in real life it’s much better. The M240 is a sexy, fun and fast car.

    • @jdbsoccer100
      @jdbsoccer100 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      This right here! I was on the BMW lot thinking I would get an M340i… went for an M240i and also saved $10K

  • @Eric-fz7on
    @Eric-fz7on 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a build date for mine,12-2021!! I’ve been waiting for the reviews to come in. Thank you Joe!

  • @hedgehogharvey
    @hedgehogharvey 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh Joe. Your m140 video made me order my current car. Now I want this after watching this

  • @johngee4902
    @johngee4902 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spot on Joe. Why would anyone want an M2. I want one, and now!

  • @titibobo2000
    @titibobo2000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Great video, Joe, as always. That's a proper BMW coupe, a real drivers car. The engine / exhaust sound is so good and performance is epic. The drivetrain versatility is welcome too.
    Two things that could set the sales back a bit might be the price and the exterior design.
    This new 2 series might be another step closer to Cayman territory, IMO.

  • @aliibn-muhammadal-sharif8568
    @aliibn-muhammadal-sharif8568 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Amazing review Joe! Like all your reviews, I always get exciting watching your amazing and comprehensive reviews. Your definitely setting a whole new level of car reviews. Thanks mate!

  • @JustinDoesTriathlon
    @JustinDoesTriathlon 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just put my order in for one of these and this video was very, very helpful. Thanks!

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great to hear, thank you!

  • @beefieburry6391
    @beefieburry6391 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic car, I have ordered one, due in March next year. M240i with all the packs + adaptive suspension 👍👍👍

  • @andrewwatson5036
    @andrewwatson5036 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review Joe. Thank you Mr Achilles, I snapped mine this week 🤕 and my M240i is due end of January. You’ve given me a boost to get fit to be able to drive it properly.

    • @mrjamesmay3548
      @mrjamesmay3548 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What colour and deal did you get?

    • @andrewwatson5036
      @andrewwatson5036 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mrjamesmay3548 7%. Brooklyn Grey

  • @final_mile_music9713
    @final_mile_music9713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just ordered one. Fully loaded with high performance tires and cooling.

    • @Murphy252000
      @Murphy252000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Enjoy the PCP bud, keep er lit

  • @Billywoo12
    @Billywoo12 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see you have one of the highest views for this car! 👍👍👍

  • @WushuTaz
    @WushuTaz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is the review I've been waiting for. Thank you Joe!

  • @MrQuashu
    @MrQuashu 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Joe, great...... Now You are coming to Poland and explaining my wife why i will order this car....

  • @johnwallace520
    @johnwallace520 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the fact that BMW have put the bonnet bulge and flared rear arches on the normal 2 series. It makes the M240i a much more attractive proposition for a daily and with all the restrictions we petrolheads are likely to face over the next few years it might even make more sense than a full M car unless you spend a lot of time on track.

  • @sbs-0055
    @sbs-0055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    People like to give BMW crap about their design but this actually looks good. My only fear would be about long term reliability.

  • @MaxPaws
    @MaxPaws 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Currently in an e46 M3, I’ve been agonizing where to go next… but I’ve made my decision… M240. Brilliant BMW!

  • @alexanderbabetskul5118
    @alexanderbabetskul5118 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was co-enjoying the car with you! Very exciting video. True emotion 😎👏🏼

  • @lanceheshiser9329
    @lanceheshiser9329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally! I’ll be watching this tonight during my “me time”

  • @donbrooks4140
    @donbrooks4140 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    the best review of this car hands down !!

  • @babamunky
    @babamunky 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "I'm not so keen around the rear end" J. Achilles 2021.

    • @Ariskot007
      @Ariskot007 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      3er Compact vibes from the rear.

  • @smiler921
    @smiler921 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love the purple 👌🏻

  • @hattorihanzohelper
    @hattorihanzohelper 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Solid review as always! Can’t wait for Imran to start tinkering.

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers! Yeah will be interesting to see what those legends get up to!

  • @G20069
    @G20069 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review, been waiting on this one! Puts me at ease ordering it blind… now the long wait!

  • @henrybevan9677
    @henrybevan9677 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, great car.
    That B58...Cannot wait to get my hands on my M340i due for delivery last week of this year.

  • @beckstairs
    @beckstairs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg the rear end is not as bad as all of you think , you need to see it in person . It’s a beautiful car .

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I clearly saw it in person.

  • @eddieb27
    @eddieb27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm so excited to see this review Joe. Been waiting an age to see a review. Was thinking of being sensible and go electric next. But this has changed by mind.
    That sound of the 6 cylinder! Have to have one last hurrah with another m240i I reckon now! Great work, and very jealous!

  • @andrewmontague2636
    @andrewmontague2636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant vid, Joe. I love your knowledge and sheer enthusiasm for the BMW brand. I’m really pleased that the car is so good because I’ve more or less made up my mind to buy one as a replacement for the Mk7.5 Golf R I had which I sold last summer 👌🏼

    • @billx4266
      @billx4266 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good choice, the mk8 is ugly. Im still good with my mk7 gti clubsport.

  • @RickTheSpud
    @RickTheSpud 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video buddy, as per!
    Love that purple too! Looks like a Lambo colour! 😎👌

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice isn't it, better than black or grey....

  • @davidsheff6280
    @davidsheff6280 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ahhhh. BMW finally got it right. Love this car. Great video, joe I can feel your excitement about this car and I like your homage to the Original M-lights circa.

  • @clayplanet4742
    @clayplanet4742 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's rear weirdness gives it a lovable, dopey charm. I will be acquiring one at my earliest convenience.

  • @nigel.w
    @nigel.w 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the first BMW in a long time to excite me. Sub-£50K for a sub-4 second 0-62mph super GT car that actually looks and sounds good, and is compact and practical enough to daily in a big city. I can't see the M2 version/s being so much better on the road, and will be a lot more money. I'm also not interested in a car setup for the track that is compromised on the road. Also, still a straight six, which after a V12 is my favourite engine type. For me, it blows a Golf R and a Cayman away. I'm struggling to think of a comparable package for much less than twice the price. And there's that law of diminishing returns to consider. I agree about the rear end design being its weak point, but I don't think it's bad. And I'm not sure what it'll look like in a typical monochrome colour, but I'm good with the dark purple metallic that makes it look great. I suspect that BMW is really on to a winner here, as I think this will appeal to older age group coupe lovers like me, as well as the typically younger buyers. I think this is the daily I've been looking for. And just to say that the huge toothy grilles have not grown on me; I still think they're unattractive. Great review. Thank you. (Spec'd as I would order one: £51,965-52,465 with or without active dampers)

  • @Vision_3030
    @Vision_3030 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been eagerly waiting for this one. Thanks for the upload, cheers!

  • @bokiNYC
    @bokiNYC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I soooo wish this car was available with the manual! Great video by the way.

  • @pearsebarrett2660
    @pearsebarrett2660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Savage review as always Mate 👌👏 what an epic little machine. Thanks joe 👍

  • @alstound
    @alstound 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Comprehensive, no-nonsense review as always! Keep it coming, Joe!

  • @TheGbizaille
    @TheGbizaille 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful car, it has such a strong personality. Thanks again Joe

  • @unowen-nh9ov
    @unowen-nh9ov 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Owned 1974 E9 automatic, this is the only car on the market that can compare. If you can cope with over twice the horsepower.

  • @yaboibakalli
    @yaboibakalli 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing review Joe! I can tell by your facial reactions and emotion in your voice how much you enjoyed this car!

  • @brycebrown1
    @brycebrown1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing looking autumn day in [Germany]! In context of the environment, the car looks great! Nice to see another step in BMW's evolution, and as you say it captures elements of their classics too... nice! Now I'm looking forward to autumn again in New Zealand 🇳🇿

    • @marcelb9708
      @marcelb9708 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is in germany 😉

    • @brycebrown1
      @brycebrown1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@marcelb9708 oh... true! 🤣 The M240i looks great against the GERMAN backdrop! And it is also autumn in the UK of course... my favourite time if the year.

    • @marcelb9708
      @marcelb9708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brycebrown1 ☺️ I love the new BMW. I order the 220i for 3 weeks ago 😉.

    • @brycebrown1
      @brycebrown1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@marcelb9708 very nice! What colours? Enjoy it, in Germany? On fantastic roads? Mine is an M Sport E61, old but I love it!

    • @marcelb9708
      @marcelb9708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brycebrown1 Thanks very much
      Yes, it is driven in Germany, I live in Bavaria and I think we have pretty good roads here 😁.
      Ordered in M ​​Brooklyn gray metallic 🥰.
      The M Sport E61 is also a very nice car 👍.
      Greetings to New Zealand

  • @megalf6635
    @megalf6635 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Joe ,for this first drive video 👌i'm waiting and looking for tests and videos of this car for weeks .Tomorrow i'll go to my dealer and order one 😍best regards ✌️

  • @johnshaw359
    @johnshaw359 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice review. Car magazine gave it 5 stars for handling. Bimmer back on form now. M2 should be brilliant.

  • @jonastsatsi1414
    @jonastsatsi1414 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This one was highly anticipated 🔥

  • @onlyWAZ
    @onlyWAZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    As an owner of the current 240 I neeeeeed this car! Omg

  • @mockngbrdy
    @mockngbrdy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it (+ Your's is the first M240i video I'm watching!)

  • @geebee2276
    @geebee2276 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your reviews are fantastic Joe. Just watched your newer 220i review and great to see the references to this vid. Interesting your comment about the M240i reminding you of the 3.0l CSL as the first time I saw this car it reminded me of the 635CSi (minus the shark front end of course). I love that … one of my all time favourites. I plan to get an M240i one day - the main reason apart from the fact they look good, is that beautiful B58 and 8 speed gearbox. I believe in time, this will be seen as BMW’s best ever engine that they have produced. It’s over engineered and left in standard form will be ultra reliable. I have an X4 M40i which suits my work, especially the gravel roads. I love the sound of this machine and can only imagine what it’d be like to have this package in lower slung, lighter frame than an X4. An M2 would be too much of a stretch for me and really wouldn’t be able to justify the extra $$ when the M240i has that magical mixture of looks, performance, tech and comfort all rolled into one.
    Thanks for the awesome review. Your reviews are simply the best BMW reviews on TH-cam.

  • @ftr911drvr
    @ftr911drvr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Comparing the price in the US to the last Awd M240 it's about the same price not sure what people are complaining about for the price.

  • @lowspark68
    @lowspark68 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see you back, Joe. Great ride!

  • @sasquatch5078
    @sasquatch5078 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This really makes me want one I love the new m2 especially in that metallic purple I love it

  • @TheCarFan_SA
    @TheCarFan_SA 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review Joe👍👍. You have actually outpaced the so called 'big guns'. So until you do a track battle video this may well be the last road review video i watch on the car. Well done

  • @bh4560
    @bh4560 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That colour is my all time fave ever!!! Fukin stunning man!! 😈😍👌

  • @leonhunt1752
    @leonhunt1752 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another blinding video Joe, keep up the good work. I currently have a 330i hire car whilst my 67 plate golf is being repaired and have the BMW bug big time now. May be calling up TRL deals for a quote on one of these in part ex. Keep em coming Joe, having followed you in the early days of the blue 135i you’ve come so far. Congrats on your success mate 👌🏼😎

  • @rh6777
    @rh6777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for (another) awesome video Joe. Definitely my go-to on TH-cam and Instagram 🙏😃
    The F40 135i I have will be disappearing next year for one of these (not that colour)... hopefully some deals to be had on them

  • @hotdognobun
    @hotdognobun 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Way better looking over latest M3/4. I mean it’s just looks but you don’t buy a car and try to say look is growing on you it’s gotta impressed at 1st glance at every angle. Can’t wait for the M2

  • @shaheenevans
    @shaheenevans 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thorough review as always - looking forward to speccing one in Oz - Brooklyn grey with kylami orange interior !

  • @alexanderbabetskul5118
    @alexanderbabetskul5118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Worth mentioning that this gen M240x will ultimatively be produced at Mexico plant for the global market. Wondering what comes to the new M2

  • @Sold_a_dummy
    @Sold_a_dummy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful, much better than the other unmentionable high sales BMW.
    The arse end is nice too.
    🤜🤛 For rocking the Pixel 6. My man, those who know _know_
    Sorry, Pixel 6 pro.
    Next video I expect a photo montage shot with it. 😀

  • @christopherwhitehead8946
    @christopherwhitehead8946 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I saw this car in this colour on display at Wentworth (BMW PGA golf tournament) earlier this year. It is FANTASTICALLY good looking.

  • @andywatson4376
    @andywatson4376 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant thanks Joe, can’t wait for mine to arrive early 22, moving from X3m following M2c & M3 tbh really excited about this “M” 😉

    • @audiophilemetallian
      @audiophilemetallian 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh yeah u r the 2m3forme from bimmerpost. Now I recall u lol

  • @WickedStuntz
    @WickedStuntz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bought this car based on your review for a daily driver! Keep up the awesome reviews!!

    • @JoeAchilles1
      @JoeAchilles1  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear thank you 👌

  • @rob88m
    @rob88m 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was just about to go to bed and I see this. Bedtime delayed.