A request please if possible

Dave 2 dogs

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When I decided to move up from my e85 to an e89
STUARTT very kindly met up with me , showed me around he’s car , and took me out for a quick spin in it . So I could get a feel for how it felt, even from the passenger side. I know I wanted one asap. I’m still in love with my e89 , but the G29 keeps nipping at my thoughts and heart . I’m wondering if I’m doing the right thing by selling my e89 …. Is it possible that someone locally in Essex , with a G29 M40i would be willing to meet up somewhere, so I could have a decent look around it ? And maybe a quick run out as a passenger? I’d love to know for sure I’m doing the right thing, before mine goes up for sale… hopefully someone local would be willing to help, as STUARTT did … thanks in advance
 
Sorry that I can't help, I would gladly take you out for a run in mine. Having lived in it for two years, nine months and 44,000 miles I can honestly say that it is a very good car to own and come November 2025 I shall be keeping it as there is nothing else out there that grabs my attention. I would say that it is almost the perfect practical sportscar. The only negative for me is steering feel which could be a better.
 
sars said:
Sorry that I can't help, I would gladly take you out for a run in mine. Having lived in it for two years, nine months and 44,000 miles I can honestly say that it is a very good car to own and come November 2025 I shall be keeping it as there is nothing else out there that grabs my attention. I would say that it is almost the perfect practical sportscar. The only negative for me is steering feel which could be a better.
thanks SARS … only hearing good things from you tube reviews and on here …. Would just be nice to tick the box BEFORE I sold my e89 , I’m pretty sure I’m going to love it … I bloody hope so , because, like you, there’s nothing else that really turns my head …so , no plan B 😬 . Love my e89 , but time to scratch that itch I think
 
Just pop into your local dealer and ask for a test drive. I had a M30i for a couple of hours and a couple of weeks ago when mine was in for it's MOT they loaned me a M40i for the day.

Mine is going in for a paint job on the passenger door under warranty on Friday and will be in for a week. I did ask for the M40i again but suspect I will end up with a Mini.
 
Dave 2 dogs said:
When I decided to move up from my e85 to an e89
STUARTT very kindly met up with me , showed me around he’s car , and took me out for a quick spin in it . So I could get a feel for how it felt, even from the passenger side. I know I wanted one asap. I’m still in love with my e89 , but the G29 keeps nipping at my thoughts and heart . I’m wondering if I’m doing the right thing by selling my e89 …. Is it possible that someone locally in Essex , with a G29 M40i would be willing to meet up somewhere, so I could have a decent look around it ? And maybe a quick run out as a passenger? I’d love to know for sure I’m doing the right thing, before mine goes up for sale… hopefully someone local would be willing to help, as STUARTT did … thanks in advance
I could potentially meet up somewhere by the M25 if that helps. I'm near it but to the South West.
 
PSQ777 said:
Dave 2 dogs said:
When I decided to move up from my e85 to an e89
STUARTT very kindly met up with me , showed me around he’s car , and took me out for a quick spin in it . So I could get a feel for how it felt, even from the passenger side. I know I wanted one asap. I’m still in love with my e89 , but the G29 keeps nipping at my thoughts and heart . I’m wondering if I’m doing the right thing by selling my e89 …. Is it possible that someone locally in Essex , with a G29 M40i would be willing to meet up somewhere, so I could have a decent look around it ? And maybe a quick run out as a passenger? I’d love to know for sure I’m doing the right thing, before mine goes up for sale… hopefully someone local would be willing to help, as STUARTT did … thanks in advance
I could potentially meet up somewhere by the M25 if that helps. I'm near it but to the South West.
thanks , what junction would you be near? I’m near junction 29 -A 127
 
Nanu said:
Just pop into your local dealer and ask for a test drive. I had a M30i for a couple of hours and a couple of weeks ago when mine was in for it's MOT they loaned me a M40i for the day.

Mine is going in for a paint job on the passenger door under warranty on Friday and will be in for a week. I did ask for the M40i again but suspect I will end up with a Mini.
😂 hope you get the M40i
Trying to book one for Saturday in Southend… hoping that doesn’t sell before then . This was just a punt , if someone was local, like STUARTT is
 
Dave 2 dogs said:
PSQ777 said:
Dave 2 dogs said:
When I decided to move up from my e85 to an e89
STUARTT very kindly met up with me , showed me around he’s car , and took me out for a quick spin in it . So I could get a feel for how it felt, even from the passenger side. I know I wanted one asap. I’m still in love with my e89 , but the G29 keeps nipping at my thoughts and heart . I’m wondering if I’m doing the right thing by selling my e89 …. Is it possible that someone locally in Essex , with a G29 M40i would be willing to meet up somewhere, so I could have a decent look around it ? And maybe a quick run out as a passenger? I’d love to know for sure I’m doing the right thing, before mine goes up for sale… hopefully someone local would be willing to help, as STUARTT did … thanks in advance
I could potentially meet up somewhere by the M25 if that helps. I'm near it but to the South West.
thanks , what junction would you be near? I’m near junction 29 -A 127
Pretty much the opposite side, junction 10 for the A3.
 
PSQ777 said:
Dave 2 dogs said:
PSQ777 said:
I could potentially meet up somewhere by the M25 if that helps. I'm near it but to the South West.
thanks , what junction would you be near? I’m near junction 29 -A 127
Pretty much the opposite side, junction 10 for the A3.
thank you for offering, if it’s ok , I’ll try n find someone a bit closer , if that’s ok ? Or try n get that test drive sorted. Appreciate the offer though, thanks
 
Dave 2 dogs said:
Test drive booked for Saturday morning
Thanks guys ….

I'd be interested in your opinion as I'm having the exact same thoughts.
The change to auto from manual also a concern. I know you can put it in a 'manual mode', which has allayed my fears a bit :thumbsup:
 
obewan said:
Dave 2 dogs said:
Test drive booked for Saturday morning
Thanks guys ….

I'd be interested in your opinion as I'm having the exact same thoughts.
The change to auto from manual also a concern. I know you can put it in a 'manual mode', which has allayed my fears a bit :thumbsup:

Aren't most G29s auto? With only the one available in manual
 
I believe most if not all are Auto, but if my understanding is correct, they can be put in manual mode (m/s) and gears changed by the steering wheel paddles or pushing the gear selector.
Well at least I hope that's correct :D
 
MikeyH said:
They are bringing out a manual version in 2025, there is a video road test on here somewhere.
Already out. One in BMW Sheffield and Llyods in Cockermouth that I know of. Neither cheap
 
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