[iampgc]

After a lot of test drives and thoughts, fully committed to get a G8x as my next car coming from an F80 M3.

Eliminated:
Supra
Gr 86
F90 m5
M850i
Cayman S
C63
LC 500
RCF

All of the other cars had limitations and the G8x gave the best balance. Now I am deciding on whether to go with a G82 or a G83. While I would love a g80 M3, it is impossible to secure an allocation. The G82 and G83 are much easier to get. I have never owned a convertible before. Would like the thoughts between the two:

G82 - cheaper, lighter, safer (due to potential slashing)
G83 - different/less common, I live in texas so I can use top down, looks sexier in my opinion

Any thoughts on resale value down the road, maintenance, other factors? This will be a daily driver.

[Mark Kez]

I have a G83 on order and I too have the same questions! If the car ever shows up I’ll let you know.

[CromeBMW]

I just got my G83 yesterday. As far as resale it’s an M car. They normal don’t hold a great resale value. Don’t know if their will be any other maintenance. With the top up you don’t really know your in a vert. Cabin seems quiet. Although I have not tested on the highway but will tomorrow morning.

Besides at the end of the day who doesn’t want a little wind in their hair (or lack there of in my case)from time to time.

[Mark Kez]

:lo l:

Originally Posted by CromeBMW

I just got my G83 yesterday. As far as resale it’s an M car. They normal don’t hold a great resale value. Don’t know if their will be any other maintenance. With the top up you don’t really know your in a vert. Cabin seems quiet. Although I have not tested on the highway but will tomorrow morning.

Besides at the end of the day who doesn’t want a little wind in their hair (or lack there of in my case)from time to time.

[iampgc]

Originally Posted by CromeBMW

I just got my G83 yesterday. As far as resale it’s an M car. They normal don’t hold a great resale value. Don’t know if their will be any other maintenance. With the top up you don’t really know your in a vert. Cabin seems quiet. Although I have not tested on the highway but will tomorrow morning.

Besides at the end of the day who doesn’t want a little wind in their hair (or lack there of in my case)from time to time.

Let me know how highway driving is like! Congratulations!

[M4CompConv/X7]

My G83 is my 3rd M car... all silver(ish) convertibles. Silver 2004 E46, 2009 Silverstone E93, Skyscraper Grey Metallic G83. More unique, stylish, and eye catching... and that grill looks the best on the G83.

[CromeBMW]

Originally Posted by iampgc

Let me know how highway driving is like! Congratulations!

Thanks! Cabin is still quite even on the highway!

[FrankieNuo]

Originally Posted by iampgc

After a lot of test drives and thoughts, fully committed to get a G8x as my next car coming from an F80 M3.

Eliminated:
Supra
Gr 86
F90 m5
M850i
Cayman S
C63
LC 500
RCF

All of the other cars had limitations and the G8x gave the best balance. Now I am deciding on whether to go with a G82 or a G83. While I would love a g80 M3, it is impossible to secure an allocation. The G82 and G83 are much easier to get. I have never owned a convertible before. Would like the thoughts between the two:

G82 - cheaper, lighter, safer (due to potential slashing)
G83 - different/less common, I live in texas so I can use top down, looks sexier in my opinion

Any thoughts on resale value down the road, maintenance, other factors? This will be a daily driver.

If one of your concerns is slashing, fear not. Apparently the g83 has a "anti theft" panel built into the fabric. In regards to value, I feel as though the convertibles loss value quicker, but regardless, m's hold their value better then any other bimmer.