"Pedestrian safety why is that a concern of mine" Cracked me up!

I leased one of these back in 2020. I was 22 years old and suddenly you could get into a BMW 840i for £400 per month with a £2k deposit. It was an unbelievable deal and trust me the car was well worth the money. When the lease came to an end there was nothing quite like it on the market as prices had gone up like crazy. I absolutely loved that car.

@DavidSmith-xn8lg

3 ай бұрын

I’m not a fan of leasing. Just renting. Won’t ever own it. If it works for you

@alirezazadeh

3 ай бұрын

@@DavidSmith-xn8lgagree feels really good to own a nice car… but then knowing that in a few years time it’ll be worthless 🥲

@Wouter-van-der-Molen

3 ай бұрын

@@DavidSmith-xn8lg do you really want to own a heavily depriciating asset? In many ways you should be happy you don't own it.

@pablomalaga4676

3 ай бұрын

Owning a BMW after 4 years is just a nightmare factory​@@DavidSmith-xn8lg

@tonymontana9302

3 ай бұрын

@@Wouter-van-der-Molenboomer mentality

Despite the faults, still one of the most interesting cars you've had on the channel for a long time.

I'm more than old enough to remember the original 8. Was gorgeous then & it's gorgeous now! I'm just not a fan of new BMW's or Mercs!

@amac1657

4 ай бұрын

I agree the new ones have that big ugly grill .

@themanipulator1

4 ай бұрын

I'm in the same boat, unfortunately most modern cars, even high end ones are not made for petrol heads

@foz775

4 ай бұрын

Loved that car, I remember a local businessman that owned a few of the pubs and clubs in my town had one. Was a stunning car

@Conservator.

4 ай бұрын

But these don’t even have big grills. I think they (the 8 series) are beautiful btw.

@jovialgent9963

4 ай бұрын

@@Conservator. I never mentioned big grills??

Agree, you won’t fall in love with a bmw. But you’ll miss it when it’s gone

@jordansundheim7

2 ай бұрын

i fell in love with mine

everyone to their own ..so i think it looks fabulous and even though not driven one i’d still have it !

@leenevin8451

4 ай бұрын

Looks ok, you should see the old one

@npantaz

2 ай бұрын

I’ve had my 840i for 3 years. It’s fabulous. Also, even now, I get comments of admiration in the street almost every day. Unfair video. Each to their own mate!

My dad had two of the original E31 8 series. He had a 1992 one, original 1st gen. Then he had a 1994 one, which was still original 1st gen, but better brakes, steering, it just handled a lot better. Both were 840's by the way. The 1992 one he had for 4 years, then sold it and then had the 1994 one he had for 2 years in the UK, then sent it to Cyprus where he had it for another couple of years then selling it there. I drove the 1994 one, what a motor! Effortless driving experience. I've never really gelled with this one, it just doesn't do anything for me. this was in the early 2000's by the way.

@mohamedlala3394

4 ай бұрын

Bro commented his whole life story

Absolutely agreed this is more a 6. Just "8" by nomenclature.

@derekporter66

4 ай бұрын

Alright bad Santa

@Vontharau47

4 ай бұрын

It's a 630 not a 840... well - apparently they think we're all stupid.

@colinmeechan587

4 ай бұрын

An insult to the E31

Your comment about " getting in and feeling happy and enjoying the experience" with the car is spot on. I purchased a 2016.5 Mazda CX5 2.5 years ago in one of the best colours, soul red with all the spec. I loved it when i test drove it and still love driving it every day today, still puts a smile on my face and makes me feel content, just a great place to be.

your comments like the bernard matthews gearstick following up the turkey drumstick comment brings me back to your videos everytime. Absolutely love your wit/humour and presenting abilities

I had an 840i last year, and loved it so much that I swapped it for an M8 Comp last week. It's definitely not 'too much' I've been gunning it non-stop, I don't think I'll ever get bored of hearing the V8 roar!

@PardeepSingh-ls1vd

4 ай бұрын

Did you try the 850? Tempted to look at the M8 but would miss the comfort & sunroof

@SS-sw9jl

4 ай бұрын

@@PardeepSingh-ls1vd I did strongly consider the 850 but I've never had an M car before and wanted to go for the full fat version if I was going to make the change! Sunroof is a fair point but my 840i never had one and I prefer the carbon roof on the M8 anyway. Comfort wise there's definitely a compromise with the much stiffer and sporty M8, but it's a sacrifice I'm willing to make for more power and the much more aggressive styling. Having also had the 840 I did want something that looked a BIT more different on the exterior so the M8 it was! If I was new to the 8 Series, I'd probably say the M850 is the sweet spot between comfort and power - hope this helps.

@PardeepSingh-ls1vd

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for your reply. Perhaps I’ll try the M8 when tired of the 850… agree about the styling… they look great. I’ve had a few M cars before so wanted a comfy setup this time. Great choice 👊🏽

@santana9537

3 ай бұрын

@@PardeepSingh-ls1vdtbf I’ve always preferred not having a sunroof. When you drive the same car with and without a sunroof back to Back the handling is noticeable Not major but when you have a carbon roof instead then it’s far better 850i would need a sunroof though being a GT car

Last summer I set my heart on an LC500 convertible for all the right reasons; stunning styling, peachy V8, gorgeous interior if you can ignore the rotten touchpad .... and then took it on a 2hr test drive around Cologne, where I live. Shock, horror .... the scuttle-shake was unbearable and the fuel economy about 20mpg on that run. So, by way of a comparison, I took a BMW M850i convertible on the same test drive and enjoyed very smooth, rattle free progress and about 26mpg. It's now on my drive, and I love it. (Oxford to Cologne average about 30mpg) - Great car

@FredericFreedom

4 ай бұрын

Whats "scuttle shake?"

The LC500 is the most slept on car . I think that's one that will be worth a lot more than it is valued at now. But the 8 series reminds me of probably my favourite Top Gear episode, in Australia with the Continental and the GTR.

@ln5747

4 ай бұрын

Their used prices have dropped quite a bit

@ravitaheem4272

4 ай бұрын

That was a 6 series

@anthonymeek4248

4 ай бұрын

@@ravitaheem4272 this is very similar/replacement though?

@ravitaheem4272

4 ай бұрын

@@anthonymeek4248 it is and a great way for BMW to inflate the price by £000s

Thank you for the videos Matt,very enjoyable to watch.

Oh nice! I saw an M850i today. It sounded very good.

@PardeepSingh-ls1vd

4 ай бұрын

I have one, it is good. 😊 wouldn’t settle for a 840

For the interior alone i'd have the LC500. ..and then comes the looks which beat the BMW into oblivion, and that engine...🥰 More expensive yes, but not a car that makes you fall asleep thinking about it. Such a shame what BMW has done to itself. I'm old enough to remember the original 8-series, and the cars they made back then. They didn't bore me...at all :)

@rebeltvr6046

4 ай бұрын

Exterior too...LC500 looks amazing, unique, otherworldly. This 8 series looks like my '12 Accord Coupe lol

@keponen331

4 ай бұрын

original 8 was still pretty boring compared to its contemporaries like the mk3 Supra and GTR

@f2john

4 ай бұрын

Not to mention the LC will be 100 times more reliable and won't be ready for the breakers at 100k miles.

@jo05dk

4 ай бұрын

@@keponen331 I disagree. I find the original 850 WAY more exciting than a Supra...or at least the MK4 Supra. If we're talking any of the earlier generations, including the MA47, we can have a debate..but no.. A MK4 Supra doesn't do it for me like an E31, 850 does. The GTR: I hear you.. at the same time as BMW sold the E31, Nissan had the GTR33. I do admire those cars. I lived on the same street as a GTR32 owner some years back, and it was a definete highlight hearing that thing burble down the street. Such a cultivated sound. Lovely car. ..but i'm in my 50s now, and i'd have a more laid back GT-oriented 12 cylinder coupe with popup headlights any day.

@jo05dk

4 ай бұрын

@@f2john 100K: That would be a milestone to celebrate for a modern BMW for sure. Man they do know how to make unreliable cars, sadly.

Amazing car review - excellent articulation using words. top chap.

George Pattison (the accountant who killed his family at Epsom College) drove an 8 series.

@ph8077

4 ай бұрын

Typical serial killing BM driver!

@Leedfan999

3 ай бұрын

Did he kill them with his 8 series?

I just love how honest and genuine your channel is You really have grown successfully because of your work. You make it tough to chose cars😅🎉

@HighPeakAutos

4 ай бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate that!

Fair review again, I’m keen on these even if lacking a bit of 🎉! Great video, thanks

I’m after a 840i gran coupe so I’ve been waiting for this video. Looking forward to your review of this (I know it’s not the same as the Gran Coupe)!

Great review! Down to earth realism and a no showbusiness assessment... closest thing many of us can get to trying these motors ourselves 🙂 Thanks Matt 👍

never stop great viewing mate

Currently driving a 218i...the 8 series coupe is my dream bimmer, looks stunning

Hi Matt Good to see you doing another should you buy. Video You are still my all time watch 👍

A fair review Matt, each to their own, had an 840i Coupe for two years and loved every minute of it. It had every option pack on it and when you learn all of the tech, it's fantastic (and you can turn the bits off that you don't like - gesture control and anti collision braking). Just for accuracy, in the UK, the 840i was RWD only, and the 840d and M850i xDrive only.

@funfzylinder

25 күн бұрын

did you face any problems?_ how is the reliability? id love to own a gran coupe as im planning to get married

@davesavage8672

25 күн бұрын

@@funfzylinder nothing but routine servicing. There's significantly more legroom (16cm IIRC) and headroom in the back of the Gran Coupe than the Coupe

@funfzylinder

25 күн бұрын

@@davesavage8672 how many miles did you drove it for?

@davesavage8672

25 күн бұрын

@@funfzylinder 29000 miles, amazingly got just under 35mpg over the whole period I owned it

C&C music factory! 👏👏😂 Currently own a 640m sport amd it’s all the car I’ll ever need. I’ll definitely have one of these next though. You don’t see many on the road and they’re great value for money.

@Fendermanpaul

4 ай бұрын

Me too. I love mine. Absolute head Turner.

Respect your opinion as always... I had been eagerly waiting on this one and was hoping it was good! I love the E31 and i currently have a 430i gran coupe, which i love... I imagined this 8 to be a massive step up and aspiration, but also totally understood your balanced consideration of the 8. Maybe I'll not be in such a rush to trade up and settle for my nice 4... Thanks for this excellent review!

end of route reached - the car remembers the previous 200m (or thereabouts) you have driven so will reverse back the way you steered for that distance - useful feature on when you meet traffic on country roads or in a tight car park.

I would also choose the Lexus LC 500 over the 8 Series any day.

@edharris3167

4 ай бұрын

I think the LC500 is a beautiful car, it’s just stunning. Interior is different but also a beautiful place to be. But, I couldn’t get on with the drive. It started to get bland very quickly, even with the V8. My much older M6 gran coupe was more enjoyable, never mind the new M8. It’s a shame, for me, as the LC was the car I thought I’d never sell but purely based on how it looked.

Good review Matt !

Cars are all about 'feeling'. Bang on that you base your observations on that.

The BM looks 10/10, but that LC500 is special!

I do love this car. Just the look of the headlights and other things that make it stand out. Not only is the self parking very cool but I also love the fact that you can move your arms in a certain way to make the car do stuff like adjust the radio volume. that is just so cool..

Stunning car. Great review

Another banger yet again!

Love these vids

BMW 8 series is a awesome looking car i don’t think i would ever get bored with how it looks 👍

The question is not if I should, the question is if I can.

I’ve got an 840d and it is great. Such an amazing GT car. Loads of road presence. You are right that the interior is not exciting and the visibility is poor. I’ve had it a year and I still can’t really place all four corners on the road. On the boot space - it is massive. It takes three full golf club sets without folding the rear seats.

Great video as always. Just wish your editor could go the extra mile and show us the cars you’re referring at times. Like the interior of the Lexus you talked about, as well as the Bmw convertible you mentioned towards the end

This reminds me of Clarkson's E60 M5 review, cracking review Matt!

Yeah I think you're bang on there. The 8-Series is like a 5-Series coupe but enlarged. It's good, but it's an everyday car. It can't compare to something as special as the LC500, which looks a bit like an LFA with an LFA engine (minus 2 cylinders) and a gearbox they made an effort to be entertaining and a unique interior. I think you MUST spec those glass things and a two-tone interior to make it somewhat interesting. But honestly, we have to give praise to BMW for still stocking this model because it is one of only two or three models left that isn't absolute trash or ugly.

Great video matt u do remember the old one that was a great interior I can see that hand gesture getting you into trouble forn car next to you on the road

I think the 8 series looks amazing 😍😍 Can't lose the car key 😂😂Thank you for the video and content

Top video yet again. I'd love to see you drive the new m240i I've got an eye on it looks like a spiritual successor to the old m3s we all used to love. Only problem is second hand they are still 40k 😅 so I'll be admiring from a far for a while

A friend had one with tan leather and extended leather on the dash. Looked awesome

I can but dream. In all honesty, I don’t need such, what really is a beautiful looking car! 😊

That's some key that thing has, you'd know about it when its in your pocket! Great video thanks!

The E31 was a beautiful looking car, I remember Hoovies Garage having one that was extremely broken. I wouldn't say this successor is as good looking but it's still a decent looking car.

Made up, you made this video. I've genuinely been considering buying one of these pretty soon. They are available at a great price currently. Thankyou!.

@leccy9901

4 ай бұрын

And after this video I shall be going to look at the lexus!. It was the interior that killed it for me. I was already melting at the thought of the v8 in the lexus, but the fact its better inside as well. Winner!.

Had my 840i for 2 years now, completely blacked out red interior 840i coupe, got it at 21 and to this day I still love it. A very uncommon car and a lot more powerful than you’d expect for a non M bmw

E31 is my favourite bmw there was only 1 in the town I grow up in belonged to a solicitor dark blue beautiful machine. Nice to see a new old very good looking motor it is 😮

I think the black interior lowers it. My dad’s got an 840i gran coupé with a white and navy blue interior, and whilst it needs taking care of I can’t tell you how much nicer it feels than the all black one did. Add to that the fact we’re averaging 35mpg, I can’t think of a better car for the money, nor one I’d rather have. Horses for courses though.

When it was around in the 80-90's a friend of mine loved them

Nearly bought an E31 840CSi three decades ago, but ended up owning five 7 series over the years (E23, E32 and E28), a neighbour had an E24 635CSi. Agree about the standard 840 coupe impracticality and cramped interior, however the 640 / 840 Gran coupes are gorgeous [if big]. A mate bought one 2022 OMA. AIUI all the 840d's have 4WD and other options as standard, which means the massive torque of this engine is applied to the road.

A very nice looking car, such a shame the interior is disappointing, I appreciate your honest reviews! Good health!

Some critics said the original 8 series was BMWs answer to the Ford Probe ! Interesting video as usual.

I wholeheartedly agree with you Matt, the LC500 anytime 👍🏼

I agree, it’s such a beautiful looking car, especially from behind 👌🏻❤️

@user-rn4vw9tr3e

4 ай бұрын

Yes, even better in dark colours

I'd love your take on the BMW 1-series, Matt.

Delighted with the return of this series! If you are open to future suggestions that I don’t think you have done, I’d love to see an early vw arteon, a 2015+ A6 facelift , and something older like a 2013 Passat or Octavia

Straight to Autotrader. Thanks Matt! 😂

A really excellent review. You clearly express your opinion of the positives and negatives in an honest and fair manner, whilst at the same time entertaining us with your humour. I am however a big fan of the Hybrid (and at the same time, dislike vegetarians intensely), rating it far more superior to any other engine type, Electric, Diesel or Petrol-only. I would also buy a hybrid over a plugin-Hybrid so long as the price difference is more than £5,000 (at least in my country).

Now then Mat. 6 years and your finally stepping into the man's world. 😅

You are spot on about BMW interiors. I find they are marginally more interesting than those of a Tesla (the MOST boring car interior, EVER). As great as build quality is and certain tech etc, I just couldn't own one. That speedo...🤑

@mihailhidler5400

4 ай бұрын

Cringe exaggeration, with all due disgust for tesla

@nallanw4329

4 ай бұрын

I honestly don’t get the interior thing but am probably in the minority. Build quality feels great in the bimmers I’ve had, and functionality is good. I’m not in a car to be wowed by a certain look inside it. Again, I get that this is an unpopular opinion 😂

Concise and unbiased review as always.... Didn't mention the running costs though. Please review the BMW 7 Series G11/12 if possible. Thanks.

Hi Matt, just a point about the BMW 3 litre engines. Despite saying ‘twin power’ under the bonnet they are both single turbo engines. The one turbo has two scrolls inside, hence the tagline ‘twin power turbo’. Fantastic review 👍

@mre7862

4 ай бұрын

Not always the case. The 535d I had was twin turbo. You’re right in respects that the engine cover says twin power turbo regardless of whether they have one or two snails, though!

@teemu2012

4 ай бұрын

840i is single turbo and 840d is bi turbo

Love the fade! Great review as well! Can we have more SL500 reviews please?

If could choose I’d have a BMW exterior fitting with a Mercedes interior. My ideal combo. That 8 series does look damn fine I have to say.

New videos by High Peak and Walk with me Tim…..both very well made and produced and two successful you tube channels. Result for a Friday night 🥳😎👍😁

Great video, it's interesting to see reviews on cars like the BM. I love the humour in your videos and had to chuckle when you said "I'm not a vegetarian "😂 Look forward to more Great video's.

nice we need more cool cars like this!

i like your humour you buy some nice prestige cars great footage matt.😬😏

Terrific looking car outside, austere interior, I love that functional keyfob I’ve never seen anything like that before. Good value though now that someone else has absorbed the big depreciation hit. I would happily drive one 👍

It’s to your credit that you give such an objective view on a car your have in your inventory. BTW you can change the track with the gesture control, it’s a two finder swipe - you were just using the wrong gesture 😂

Had a motorbike which did 0-60 in 2.7 seconds, god I loved that thing.

I think the song playing “things that make you go hmmmmm” kind of sums up this car.

Nice review

I nearly spat out my drink at the "Bernard Matthew's gear lever" line, said in a perfectly deadpan manner. Gorgeous car too.

I agree Matt. The LC500 is a lot of car and the V8 sounds great. But this was still a great video.

My 2017 M240i convertible has the same engine (3L straight 6 twin turbo petrol), the same 8 speed ZF gearbox - yet in a smaller, lighter package. Handling is great and another KZreadr recently got 0-60 in 4.2 secs and 0-100 in 9.8 secs from the M240i. So just as good quality, but smaller and definitely a yes on the FUN factor!

11:18 Damn, I've always admired the current 8 series since seeing it in the BMW Welt group showcase showroom in Munich about 6 months before it actually launched and had the 840d Xdrive down as a possible replacement for my Jaguar XKR. Going to actually take one out now as you've put me off it a bit with this review. I've seen some two tone interiors such as tan and black or red and black that might be an improvement on the bland cabin situation. Thanks for the review.

I have the grand coupe. Love it. Stop picking holes in the best car I have ever owned. You’re review reminds me of a guy that used to own a GTi golf😅

Great video, the hybrid LC comment cut me deep🙃

@HighPeakAutos

4 ай бұрын

Hahah sorry. Still a beautiful car but the V8 is 🔥

I have been waiting for this review, and it did not disappoint. An 840i would be superb, I love the I6s in BMWs and I would honestly choose it over the V8 M850i…

@PardeepSingh-ls1vd

4 ай бұрын

Drive the v8 first… 😀

@FlynnBellamyCars

4 ай бұрын

@@PardeepSingh-ls1vd Don’t get me wrong, I would absolutely love the V8… but I think I would still choose the I6… but who knows, you have to experience things before you can make a judgement on them.

At least I know this was not sponsored by BMW 😁😁😂😂

Great vid and a nice grille design for one on a new BM. I have had 3 original 840csi and they were/are superb cars and probably a good investment now, bought at around 80k miles sold at 120, never any problems (always change gear box oil) I have had a 650 convertible for 8 years still love driving it. I will buy a convertible one of these with the V8 when the price drops to £15k! PS I think the old 840's were £70k new!

As an Accountant, I like this car 😂

Great video

One of the nicest BMW’s ever produced. Imho, of course. I drive an E92, and love big coupes.

I would always look back at that after parking it! I think it's stunning! And the interior is a sacrifice I'd be willing to make! ❤

@rahimi4762

5 күн бұрын

Why is the interior a sacrifice?

The reverse assist backs up where you just drove, for example if you needed to reverse back out of a multistory or on a country lane, it remembers your last 50m of driving

Whenever I do see one of these, depreciation comes to mind. Can’t believe how much these cost new v what they are worth now. Never seen the appeal of these and it looks like majority agree due to the poor sales.

I remember the 640 AND how much you loved it!! Did wonder what happened to it. Now I know - Quickly sold.

Thanks for doing this review Matt. Despite being a base model that car is spec’d very well, Driving Assistant Plus (auto steering) is not a feature you see often. When you were trying to change the radio channel I’m pretty sure on this version the gesture is a two-fingered stabbing motion, not the more logical swipe gesture that you were doing. That’s the case in my girlfriend’s X3. I have a 640d M Sport (which, by the way, I’ve never really loved as was the case with you and your 6 series convertible) and I’m pretty sure the 8 will be my next car. As @chrischambers6069 said they’re great value for the money.

What a cracking review. You mentioned the 4 door grand coupe. Theres a stunning blue one in a showroom i walk past everyday. Im in awe of it. It just looks effin Awesome. Would i have it? Sure as eggs are eggs, if i was wealthy enough that is, but i know deep down i'd fall out with it. The 2 door is a gobsmacking great looking car. However you mentioned the OMG master of all coupes the LC Lexus. I'm not clever enough with words to describe that utter work of arts. If ever i'd win on the lottery then straight to Lexus Stockport and get them to find me the hybrid V6 and the V8. Best of both worlds.

4:25 You can also park the car with it while you’re standing next to it. Fantastic party trick. 😁 5:29 at that screen you can pinch your fingers and swipe and that will move the ‘camera’ around the car. 5:37 The Bowers & Wilkins sound system is even better (it’ll cost you a small car though). 😁 5:59 you can turn the ‘protection system off with the button next to the alarm lights. You can also override the system by pushing in the accelerator a bit (quite a bit tbh) more. 8:45 “I’m fairly sure you could land a medium-size helicopter on the bonnet” 🤣🤣🤣

I've driven two of these in 'grand coupe' guise as a loaner car from BMW when mine was in for a recalls on two separate occasions. One was specced similar to yours on the video and the other was the same but had the white (Ivory I think it was called) interior with the sunroof. I had the same opinion as you, it was a bit boring and uninspiring with everything black and a black headliner. When I stepped in to the other one it was like a different car, completely uplifted the interior and made it a nicer place to be. I'd go with the ivory or merino interior.

I drive a 840 and have driven BMWs for over 20 years from the five series to the seven series. The last car was a 550M. I can say the 8 is the best BMW I've driven. You can change stations and the guesture control is awesome.