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Featured on BIMMERPOST.com I didn’t do a great job of build journal for every mod or picture every step of my progress. I guess I just love to wrench and once I get a part, I just get to work. It’s definitely something I've found therapeutic over the years and I’m excited for what is to come on my new journey. After I sold it in October 2019, I took a bit of time to figure out my next step and what I really wanted. Alpine White Dreams Come February, I had the urge to build another car, initially I wanted an 05-06 E46 M3 Comp 6MT white on black or cinnamon. The one I desired had to have extremely low miles and in mint condition for its age. It was proving to be nearly impossible, only ones that I could find were random ones that popped up on BaT and EAG. I found a few options, I just couldn’t bring myself to buying an old car for that kind of money especially when I knew I was going to build it the way I wanted to. In the midst of searching for the perfect e46, I ended up straying over to the M2C as I started to realize how it checked off all the boxes for me. It has the power and torque (S65 lacked torque), new updated technology, and its looks phenomenal. Most of all this car has so much potential and I instantly had a vision for the car. Then after some research I fell in love with the M2C more and more. I watched a ton of YouTube videos, had discussions with friends and fellow enthusiasts; ultimately confirming this was the right fit for me. Now it was time to decide on which one to go with, Initially I was going to try something different Black Sapphire w/Orange stitch and DCT. Then I thought better and knew myself well enough that I'd regret going black in Atlanta when pollen season hits and well the relentless battle to keep it clean. SO with extreme excitement I went with Alpine White w/Blue stitch, exec, slick top and 6MT. Didn’t have to build one to spec and wait a long time as it was sitting at the port. I got a great deal and it was delivered to my house during lock down, pretty much the smoothest dealership interaction I've ever had. I took delivery on my M2C on April 14th and even before then, as I mentioned, I had vision of what I wanted to do right off the bat. Parts were ordered and my spreadsheet had been created. I'll do my best to update this thread as I progress, I do post updates and share content on my IG regularly, if you are interested in following, click the image in my signature and give me a follow. I do love to share ideas and help people out where I can. I don't know everything there is to know but I definitely have a fair bit of experience doing something I love. With every build, I learn and grow, just happy to enjoy the ride! Here are a few pics of in pure stock form. Last edited by ebisu8; 01-02-2022 at 08:21 AM.. |
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06-24-2020, 09:16 AM | #3 |
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Judging by how good and tasteful your e92 m3 was, I have no doubts your M2C will be another step up!
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06-25-2020, 07:10 AM | #8 |
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Appreciate this, it will take time sourcing the right parts and I'm trying to be as patient as I can. I think Covid has made me want to rush the process and do everything as fast as I can haha.
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06-25-2020, 07:12 AM | #9 |
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I hope to answer that question soon. I'm currently at 650 miles, so far so good though. The part I miss about the Harrop is that INSTANT linear power and the pure joy it put on my face listening to it whine. It was menacing for sure!
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06-25-2020, 02:17 PM | #13 |
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We sure will. Just need a little time our German friends to move a little quicker.
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06-25-2020, 02:59 PM | #15 |
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Follow you on insta... loved your E92 build so I'm sure this will also be tasteful and epic. Part of me wants to trade up from my OG M2 to a M2C.
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06-25-2020, 03:19 PM | #16 |
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I think you should. I'm so impressed by the M2C and it's potential. There's so much noise about how bad the S55 sounds but I guess I don't care enough to say it's not a worthy upgrade.
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06-25-2020, 06:32 PM | #17 |
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Nice car!
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06-26-2020, 07:52 AM | #18 | |
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Now that companies are coming out with EL exhaust solutions that make the S55 sound a lot better, my interest in an S55-powered car has been reinvigorated. I love the size of the M2 so we'll see... I'm like you though, since my M2 is AW I was wondering if I'd go BSM w/ Orange stitch with a Comp but I hate washing my car so it would never look clean. Excited to see your progress
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06-26-2020, 09:39 AM | #19 |
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Hey Hey Hey Fellow Previous E9x M3 & Harrop SC owner!
At times I do miss that whine of the Harrop because there is nothing quite like it. The M2C is a great platform and it's the only car that I've driven in the last 7-8 years that I thought is the perfect replacement for the E9x M3. I saw that you are speaking to MFactory/YCW about the CF DS, and you should also check out the YCW suspension. I've been with them and it's superb for the price. Cheers, Sunny
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How similar we are in our choices, I didn't realize you got an M2C until I found your thread a bit ago. Glad to hear that you like the M2C and it reaffirms my decision. I want to get this CF DS going for sure, one of my favorite mods on my M3. I'll check out the YCW coilovers, however MCS 2WNR is what I chose this time around! I love them. You want in on the group buy? |
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06-28-2020, 08:31 AM | #22 |
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As I mentioned before I had a vision for what I wanted to do and of course the mod purchases began. I actually bought a few things before I even had the deal for the car finalized.
After driving a little bit, it was clear to me that the stock strut/springs were complete shit. The ride quality (subjective) daily driving was jarring and overall not great. Compared to my e92 M3 Comp in stock form, this to me was definitely something that had to go. Initially I was going to try out Ohlins R&T but knew that MCS has always been something I was after to try out based off their reputation, feedback and that they are local to me. This MCS 2WNR had about 1k after it's rebuild service so basically new dampers so I said why not?! Also, from research I can convert these to 2-WR if I choose so, I found this kit to be of great value now and down the road. Found a deal of a fellow member parting with his kit that included everything needed to plug and play, timing was just right...OR I may scour the forums like a mad man hourly lol. The kit came with:
As for the MCS 2WNR Rebound and Compression settings, I've opted to keep them at their default recommendation. I think once I have added more components and get through break-in, I'll work on dialing these settings in more.
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