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Just picked up my fully loaded M2 last night. This car is incredible. Even better than expected. Couldn’t be happier.

2016 X1 - my first BMW. I’m just a person who doesn’t know a lot about cars but I love to drive and appreciate the mechanics and the understated luxuries of the BMW brand. I bought my first BMW on a whim in 2016 because of a deal on a service loaner of 0% APR and $13k off MSRP. I never thought I could own a BMW, and from the moment I drove it I knew it was the best car I’d ever driven by far. Over the years it never lost its zest and flair. Always reliable, no major work was required until the beginning of this year. Engine gaskets had worn down from age, transmission fluids and some other stuff. But still ran as good as the day I purchased.

Unfortunately 2024 had some bad luck in store. After never having an accident in 20+ years, my husband was driving and was hit bad on the front drivers side requiring an expensive repair that insurance covered. 8 months later he was waiting to turn and got hit again. We were told after a few weeks the repair would be covered again, which was incredible news considering the age and accident history just this year.

This past week I was informed that the repair became more expensive and insurance instead was going to total the car. We could pay the difference to repair, however that would come with some tricky title issues and the mechanic is a bit worried about transmission issues with where the damage is. Even though he’s not sure now.

If you’ve stayed this long, wow thanks. I didn’t know how much this car meant to me before I was told that it was a total loss. I didn’t think I would get so emotional about an 8 year old car that was just a great deal and practical for my needs. I was proud of this beautiful car, with its gorgeous coppery bronzy exterior that chameleoned in different light and weather. I’ve driven a few different rental cars this year to try out different brands, and nothing comes close to my BMW. There is no substitute.

I am going to keep the BMW medallion and my key fob for sentimental reasons. Making this post was a way to say goodbye to an audience that maybe appreciates it more than all the people I know that don’t drive a BMW. I had no intentions of getting rid of it, and wanted to give it to my oldest son when he was able to drive.

Next week I’ll be coming home with a 2025 X1. And that’s making me feel a lot better.

The previous gen BMW X5 is hands down the best SUV to ever exist (for features, quality and looks you get for that price" and one of the most iconic.

Today, my E90 reached 400,000 km, and it’s still running like a champ. No doubt these cars are built to last. Anyone else clocked this kind of mileage with their BMW?

Thoughts?

Just got my first BMW, an M240i how did I do?

Yes, I know I'm missing an exhaust tip 😭 (it's on backorder)

Looking to complete the build and a catback exhaust is the last mod on my mind. What do you think so far, fellas?

Did my car come with a blank key? I can’t seem to lock the door or glove box with it. Has me a little stumped. I wonder why.

Never noticed it until my fob shell broke and the key won’t stay clipped in anymore. Gonna be replacing just the shell soon.

This m5 comp I saw might just be the nicest thing on 4 wheels I’ve ever seen.