Tuning to a Stage 2 setup for not too much money definitely wakes up the car.

95% of the 235 flaws can be resolved for under $4,000 including coilovers which dramatically improves steering response and control. A simple tune and bolt on (intercooler, downpipe, charge pipe, cold air intake), make the powertrain far more durable and engaging. I chose the 235i over the m2 partly because I didn’t want to daily the m2 because it was to stiff for my commute, the roads in my area are terrible. and I didn’t want to abuse it daily because I travel a lot for work. So for someone like me the m235i is perfect. Also not once have I felt like I needed an lsd. the xdrive puts the power down in all conditions wonderfully. One things for sure though, it’ll never be an m2, so if status symbol is what you’re after then go with the m2.

@SubOhmN8

2 ай бұрын

Well said. For some of us, the M series cars are unreasonable for every day driving. Then there's the dreaded "M tax" on everything, from insurance to maintenance. No thanks.

235 also available in AWD and convertible, you can put the m2 tune on it which will add a lot uptop, you can do stage 1 on stock and add 20% hp and 25% torque down low/mid range. Its still definitely more of a dual purpose not a dedicated performance car. Just paid 27k for my 61k miles 2016 m235i xdrive vert. It accelerates much faster than the RWD cars because its not traction limited

@imtheonehero9305

8 ай бұрын

Ant problems with it so far?

Nice review👍 im doubting between an m235i, m2 and m3. The insurance prices of the real M cars are double the price of an m235i in my country im not sure if its worth it in addision to the extra 10/15k

I currently own an M235i and with some modifications its great, definitely needs an LSD i felt this helped with the steering alot!

When you described who this car, I laughed cause literally why I tell everyone I want this car. It’s nice and compact and I’m a small guy who wants a daily/sporty

Would you take an m235 or scion frs as only car

@bookert7782

6 ай бұрын

Scion is prob more affordable… older m235i will run you into a lot for maintenance. If cost is no issue then m235i without a doubt

@SamNRacing

6 ай бұрын

@@bookert7782 in terms of fun tho?

@joeyposadeo3652

6 ай бұрын

@@SamNRacingget a m235i it’s hella reliable just have to do oil changes every 4-5k miles but you can purchase an oil chnage plan with bmw for only 250 and they change it every 4-5k miles for 3 years with one time price of 250. M235i is super super fun you’ll love it.

@colinharris9494

27 күн бұрын

@@joeyposadeo3652I love mine sm super reliable and fast as all fick