[Nicname]

Hey guys,

Missed the reservation boat and now I'm stuck checking dealers and websites daily for a LBB M2. During this search I've been slowly racking up miles on my 08 997.1 Turbo (79k) and its time I start planning to find another car and sell the Porsche.

Basically, I would like to hear from people who wanted/tried to get an M2 and ultimately went another route. Do you regret not waiting? Or did you end up finding something you love? I'm looking to stay under the $70,000 range and wanted something small and sporty while being a capable DD to NYC & NJ.

Thanks guys.

[Aronis]

I completely lucked out, I saw it on a dealer listing on-line while just looking at 'drivable' BMW dealers to perhaps look at other BMW's, called, confirmed it was available and gave a deposit on CC site unseen. LOL.....

[Nicname]

Originally Posted by Aronis

I completely lucked out, I saw it on a dealer listing on-line while just looking at 'drivable' BMW dealers to perhaps look at other BMW's, called, confirmed it was available and gave a deposit on CC site unseen. LOL.....

I did have my luck once. Dealer called me and had a 2016 LBB in 6spd.
I wanted 2017 DCT due to DD in NYC. Looking back now, I should've taken the offer.

[BEM-S4]

TTRS should be available soon I believe.

[Nicname]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

TTRS should be available soon I believe.

I actually put off getting an M3 because of TTRS. Then when it was revealed, they said NA would only get it in spring of 2017. That's too long for me to wait.

Went to the dealer and tried a TTS. Loved everything about it except the price for what I was getting. I feel the M2 is definitely a much better deal.

[dmboone25]

Not exactly the same boat, but I was in a 235 last year and really looking forward to the M2...until I drove a 981. That settled that.

I am thinking that the M2 will be easier to get as we move along in time, but I understand the waiting is awful.

The TTRS, RS3, and 718 would be some nice alternatives IMO.

[Nine Lives]

The reviews coming out for the TT RS in the last few days are very disappointing.Anything from 3.5-4 stars out of five.

Very fast,but steering and handling not up to snuff.The Cayman S is miles better by all accounts and is cheaper too

[Nicname]

Originally Posted by Nine Lives

The reviews coming out for the TT RS in the last few days are very disappointing.Anything from 3.5-4 stars out of five.

Very fast,but steering and handling not up to snuff.The Cayman S is miles better by all accounts and is cheaper too

The problem with the Cayman S is the second you add a package or 2, the car jumps into the high 70k region.

[TucErDoc]

I'm in the same boat as the OP. I struck out in multiple opportunities yesterday and am very frustrated.

I'm looking for a Cayman S PDK (going to be a DD). I want a 2015 (981) with less then 10k miles on the clock

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by Nicname

I actually put off getting an M3 because of TTRS. Then when it was revealed, they said NA would only get it in spring of 2017. That's too long for me to wait.

Went to the dealer and tried a TTS. Loved everything about it except the price for what I was getting. I feel the M2 is definitely a much better deal.

Yes M2 MSRP is a much better deal BUT you can get a TTS at a decent discount if you search. Audi Brooklyn just sold one with 2k miles on it (exec demo) for $45K.

To be perfectly honest with you I've driven that car and think it's more than fast enough for roads where we are, RS would be a bit of overkill IMO. That said I have the first RS3 if I want at my dealer but that's even further out than the TTRS so not helping you any.

[PackPride85]

Cayman lost all appeal to me when they went to a turbo 4.

[Nine Lives]

Originally Posted by Nine Lives

The reviews coming out for the TT RS in the last few days are very disappointing.Anything from 3.5-4 stars out of five.

Very fast,but steering and handling not up to snuff.The Cayman S is miles better by all accounts and is cheaper too

Originally Posted by Nicname

The problem with the Cayman S is the second you add a package or 2, the car jumps into the high 70k region.

I know it's the same here as the car is pretty basic in standard guise.

Like it's already been said I can't see the M2 being so scarce as time goes by either as the same happened with the f80/82 and now you're almost tripping over the things.

Perhaps get something for now and play the waiting game by which time they'll have the LCI...

[Nicname]

Originally Posted by Nine Lives

I know it's the same here as the car is pretty basic in standard guise.

Like it's already been said I can't see the M2 being so scarce as time goes by either as the same happened with the f80/82 and now you're almost tripping over the things.

Perhaps get something for now and play the waiting game by which time they'll have the LCI...

That's another reason I opted not to get an M3/M4. I know it's an expensive car but driving in NYC it seems I see one every other day. I do have the option of taking over a co workers 335 xdrive lease for $590 a month. Might not be so bad to see how this whole M2 thing plays out

[BEM-S4]

Englewood Cliffs Cadillac has a TTS with 1K on it for $48K, bright yellow. Jack Daniels has blue with 3K for $49K. Ourisman has grey with 1K for $49K.

I think that car new (or close to new) under $50K starts making sense. MSRP is ridiculous on the car IMO. I would have gotten a deal done on the one at Brooklyn but it wasn't meant to be.

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by Nicname

That's another reason I opted not to get an M3/M4. I know it's an expensive car but driving in NYC it seems I see one every other day. I do have the option of taking over a co workers 335 xdrive lease for $590 a month. Might not be so bad to see how this whole M2 thing plays out

Ha, you can take over my lease on my M235 for $575 per month and I'll throw in enough money for miles to get you to lease end with 1K per month to drive. May 15 2017, that would help with your timeline if you want the TTRS or wait on the M2. Seriously, I have the car listed for sale PM me if you would like to discuss.

[LAGWAGN]

What about the secondary market?

[Kordic81]

I am selling mine 2016 lbb dct with all the options for 56500
1600 miles

[NK88]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

TTRS should be available soon I believe.

This is a potential backup for me, possibly my #1 choice if it arrives around the same time that my M2 allocation would be granted (more practical DD). However, I just spoke with an Audi rep last week explaining my ideal time frame, and here is his response:

"I have spoken with my new car manager and we believe we are at least 12 months away from the TTRS and maybe even 18 months."

Looks like it is not arriving to the US markets as quickly as originally planned.

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by NK88

This is a potential backup for me, possibly my #1 choice if it arrives around the same time that my M2 allocation would be granted (more practical DD). However, I just spoke with an Audi rep last week explaining my ideal time frame, and here is his response:

"I have spoken with my new car manager and we believe we are at least 12 months away from the TTRS and maybe even 18 months."

Looks like it is not arriving to the US markets as quickly as originally planned.

Based on my sources the TTRS will be here spring RS3 fall, and I haven't heard that either are slipping. Although I haven't checked in a bit so who knows.

[NK88]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

Based on my sources the TTRS will be here spring RS3 fall, and I haven't heard that either are slipping. Although I haven't checked in a bit so who knows.

I hope you are right. I actually had no idea the RS3 was coming to the US. That is definitely an appealing option as well. What a time to be alive!

[dmboone25]

Originally Posted by Nicname

The problem with the Cayman S is the second you add a package or 2, the car jumps into the high 70k region.

This is the problem with P cars in general - you can spec a base Cayman out for over 100K easily. The amount of customization is just off the charts.

[dmboone25]

Originally Posted by NK88

I hope you are right. I actually had no idea the RS3 was coming to the US. That is definitely an appealing option as well. What a time to be alive!

When there were "spy shots" of the red RS3 making their way around the internet, which was a car being shown at some privat event, I was a little let down. I couldn't really tell much of a difference between the S3 (which I have driven quite a few times and thought it compared well to the 235) from a visual perspective.

Since my gf got a Q3 earlier this year, I have really climbed on the Audi bandwagon. The cars are just so nice on the inside and really a good place to be. I have high hopes for the RS3, but it has to look the part too.

There's no mistaking a 235 for an M2 or vice versa.