Bimmerpost
3
/
4 Series
BMW Garage BMW Meets Register Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read
2019+ BMW 3 AND 4-SERIES FORUMS (G2x Generation) General G20 Sedan / G22 Coupe / G26 Gran Coupe Discussions I'll be removing the M and xDrive badges, anyone else?

Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      06-14-2019, 01:03 PM   #45
Weiner0123
First Lieutenant
Weiner0123's Avatar
Canada
417
Rep
381
Posts

Drives: 2020 m340i. 2013 328i
Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: Calgary

iTrader: (0)

Or go full out crazy and remove the "40i" and just keep the M and the 3
Appreciate 1
Nabzpv13.50
      06-14-2019, 01:18 PM   #46
chenry
Colonel
United_States
2346
Rep
2,964
Posts

Drives: BMWs
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: SoCal Huntington Beach

iTrader: (8)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Fuller View Post
As for discussing pros and cons, I don't think much discussion is necessary.
I didn't think so either but here we are on page 3
Appreciate 1
jzmundy991.00
      06-14-2019, 02:34 PM   #47
MmmmmM2
Colonel
MmmmmM2's Avatar
2578
Rep
2,423
Posts

Drives: 2021 M2C
Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: Claremont, CA

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
2016 Mazda CX-5  [0.00]
2021 BMW M2C  [0.00]
Quote:
Originally Posted by Weiner0123 View Post
Or go full out crazy and remove the "40i" and just keep the M and the 3
That's a GREAT idea!!!
Appreciate 0
      06-14-2019, 03:00 PM   #48
chenry
Colonel
United_States
2346
Rep
2,964
Posts

Drives: BMWs
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: SoCal Huntington Beach

iTrader: (8)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Weiner0123 View Post
Or go full out crazy and remove the "40i" and just keep the M and the 3
Hmmm you might be on to something there - while I am of course expecting a decrease in both HP and Ego when I remove the M badge by simply removing the 40i I imagine both would actually increase!

Furthermore I probably wouldn't have a need to transfer my MP tune to the new car with all the new found power
Appreciate 1
MT4life575.50
      06-14-2019, 03:30 PM   #49
upsidedownfunnel
Colonel
United_States
1996
Rep
2,499
Posts

Drives: 2014 335i
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: SoCal

iTrader: (4)

Garage List
2014 BMW 335i  [0.00]
Quote:
Originally Posted by ScarecrowBoat View Post
I feel like you are obsessing over something silly. If you don't approve of them "diluting the M brand" why are you buying one? You think you're sticking it to BMW by removing a letter? If BMW starts calling the X1 the "M8 GTR" it's an M8 GTR whether you like it or not.
chenry was actually saying that they DON'T think this car is diluting the M brand. You completely misunderstood what they wrote. They're just saying they think the badges look cluttered/cheap.
Appreciate 0
      06-17-2019, 10:55 AM   #50
MT4life
Lieutenant
MT4life's Avatar
576
Rep
584
Posts

Drives: 2018 340i: Last MT 3er in US
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: Carolinas

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by chenry View Post
Hmmm you might be on to something there - while I am of course expecting a decrease in both HP and Ego when I remove the M badge by simply removing the 40i I imagine both would actually increase!

Furthermore I probably wouldn't have a need to transfer my MP tune to the new car with all the new found power
What if you kept just M and 0 and carefully dremelled off < from the 4 , that would show them you have M10. Instant Baller Status
Appreciate 0
      06-17-2019, 06:16 PM   #51
lildude
New Member
8
Rep
12
Posts

Drives: 2020 M340i
Join Date: Jun 2019
Location: AZ

iTrader: (0)

I like the badges
Appreciate 0
      06-17-2019, 07:19 PM   #52
jzmundy
Major
jzmundy's Avatar
991
Rep
1,495
Posts

Drives: F97
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Raleigh, NC

iTrader: (6)

Lol cheers to the OP for being such a good sport. Entertaining read. Some of you are WAY too serious. Wow.
__________________
Then - E53, E85, E92, E82, F15, F80, G01
Now - F97, Macan S
Appreciate 0
      06-17-2019, 07:33 PM   #53
autobahn75
Private
autobahn75's Avatar
24
Rep
91
Posts

Drives: 2020 M340i xDrive
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: NJ

iTrader: (0)

I agree with the OP. Before delivery I was thinking of removing the M as well. Now it doesn’t bother me but I get it. I do prefer a sleeper and just wanted a 6 cyl. I did not need the body kit.
Appreciate 1
hans007604.50
      06-18-2019, 02:12 AM   #54
Fuller
Major
1217
Rep
1,290
Posts

Drives: F36 435i
Join Date: May 2017
Location: MA

iTrader: (0)

Modern bmws are becoming about badge envy though. Removing the badges is akin to ordering a grilled cheese, but without the cheese.
Appreciate 0
      07-28-2019, 10:44 AM   #55
Rhd-jon
Private
18
Rep
99
Posts

Drives: 2015 M3
Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Nyc

iTrader: (2)

Xdrive was the only one i took off mine
Appreciate 0
      07-28-2019, 04:39 PM   #56
themnmd
Colonel
themnmd's Avatar
United_States
1687
Rep
2,699
Posts

Drives: 23 X5MC
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: San Rafael CA

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
If I were to remove any badging, I would go with complete badge delete. Otherwise you are just a poser, imho.
Appreciate 0
      07-29-2019, 12:00 AM   #57
RTPenland
Lieutenant
394
Rep
552
Posts

Drives: Many BMWs
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: East & West Coasts

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Fuller View Post
Modern bmws are becoming about badge envy though. Removing the badges is akin to ordering a grilled cheese, but without the cheese.
Hmm I don't get the anology - a grilled cheese without the cheese does not deliver the same experience as a "typical grilled cheese" - however an M340 with one M badge removed (one of God knows how many) delivers exactly the same experience

Last edited by RTPenland; 07-29-2019 at 12:05 AM..
Appreciate 0
      07-29-2019, 12:04 AM   #58
RTPenland
Lieutenant
394
Rep
552
Posts

Drives: Many BMWs
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: East & West Coasts

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by themnmd View Post
If I were to remove any badging, I would go with complete badge delete. Otherwise you are just a poser, imho.
okay so people used to be a "poser" by adding an M badge to a non-M car (that I get) but now if one was to remove the M badge (one of 24+ on the car) they are a "poser" too? Please explain - I'm not here to be argumentative I just don't understand the logic
Appreciate 0
      07-29-2019, 12:34 AM   #59
ssadri
Private First Class
ssadri's Avatar
United_States
69
Rep
111
Posts

Drives: 2022 BMW 540xi M-Performance
Join Date: Jan 2019
Location: Irvine, CA

iTrader: (0)

I enjoy that my car says M340i on the back and every M3, M4 owner that I know, give props seeing it. The reality is that the letter "M" is no longer a singular proof of an end all be all in performance, speed, and handling per BMW's new car performance modeling structure. Think of it this way, now you have:

- Traffic commuter and efficient but sporty looking (G20 330 M-Sport),
- Everyday spirited driver with the need for performance (G20 M340i/xDrive)
- Enthusiast, spirited driver with + skills in handling who also participates in car meets once in a while (G80 M3 Pure, Base RWD AWD)
- Professional driver who frequently goes to the track and truly utilizes the cars performance and handling and frequents car meets as a weekly/bi-weekly routin (G80 M3 Competition AWD)
__________________
2022 BMW ///540i xDrive Bernina Grey Metallic Amber Effect
2019 BMW X5 40i ///M-Sport (Recalled) Mineral White Metallic
2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo S (Sold) Basalt Black Metallic
2009 BMW X6 50i Dinan (Sold) Alpine White
2003 BMW ///M3 (Sold) Laguna Seca Blue | 1995 BMW ///M3 (Sold) Santorini Blue II
Appreciate 0
      07-29-2019, 01:06 AM   #60
Fuller
Major
1217
Rep
1,290
Posts

Drives: F36 435i
Join Date: May 2017
Location: MA

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by RTPenland View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by themnmd View Post
If I were to remove any badging, I would go with complete badge delete. Otherwise you are just a poser, imho.
okay so people used to be a "poser" by adding an M badge to a non-M car (that I get) but now if one was to remove the M badge (one of 24+ on the car) they are a "poser" too? Please explain - I'm not here to be argumentative I just don't understand the logic
By investing effort into adding or removing a badge, you're making a statement.

It's like people who won't wear brand name clothing because they dislike the image they think it presents. Instead they shop at second hand stores and garage sales, not out of necessity or thrift, but because they wish to present the opposite image. They act like they're above being concerned with what they wear, but ironically, they're also using clothing to present a specific image, just on the other side of the commercial spectrum. Their clothing selection is still motivated by concern over what others will see, instead of solely on what they enjoy or find comfortable.
Appreciate 1
themnmd1687.00
      07-29-2019, 01:20 AM   #61
RTPenland
Lieutenant
394
Rep
552
Posts

Drives: Many BMWs
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: East & West Coasts

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Fuller View Post
By investing effort into adding or removing a badge, you're making a statement.

It's like people who won't wear brand name clothing because they dislike the image they think it presents. Instead they shop at second hand stores and garage sales, not out of necessity or thrift, but because they wish to present the opposite image. They act like they're above being concerned with what they wear, but ironically, they're also using clothing to present a specific image, just on the other side of the commercial spectrum. Their clothing selection is still motivated by concern over what others will see, instead of solely on what they enjoy or find comfortable.
okay so if OP wants to remove the m badge from the rear of their M340 what are your thoughts - I get your brand name clothing opinion but if someone removes an M badge from the back of their M340 your commentary you want to share with the forum is?....
Appreciate 0
      07-29-2019, 07:18 AM   #62
ThatKrazyPolak
Banned
236
Rep
276
Posts

Drives: 228xi (SOLD)
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: United States

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by RTPenland View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by Fuller View Post
By investing effort into adding or removing a badge, you're making a statement.

It's like people who won't wear brand name clothing because they dislike the image they think it presents. Instead they shop at second hand stores and garage sales, not out of necessity or thrift, but because they wish to present the opposite image. They act like they're above being concerned with what they wear, but ironically, they're also using clothing to present a specific image, just on the other side of the commercial spectrum. Their clothing selection is still motivated by concern over what others will see, instead of solely on what they enjoy or find comfortable.
okay so if OP wants to remove the m badge from the rear of their M340 what are your thoughts - I get your brand name clothing opinion but if someone removes an M badge from the back of their M340 your commentary you want to share with the forum is?....
I don't see why anyone would want to remove that M badge.

We live in a world where there will be more automatic M cars in the next few years then manual so that alone changes what the M
brand means. Look at the M5 for God's sake and how many electronic systems it has. Is that really, by definition, a "pure" M car? I feel as if the customers, like the brand itself, are also changing.

To me, the badge signifies that you purposely wanted a better performing 3 series and understand what you got. Unless you deal with a rich jerk, any M enthusiast will appreciate that.
Appreciate 0
      07-29-2019, 08:34 AM   #63
Joro2819
Banned
United_States
50
Rep
77
Posts

Drives: 2009 BMW 750LI
Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Glen Allen, Va.

iTrader: (0)

The problem is, we put labels on everything including people. If someone sees an OP with 20 inch rims they call them ghetto wheels and where is your gold chain. We typically put things in a box and some use this as a tool to make you feel inferior. We are a judgemental society and it will not change. As I have said before, if I paid for the M340I and what comes with it, I ain't removing shit.🤨😎
Appreciate 2
Fuller1216.50
themnmd1687.00
      07-29-2019, 12:47 PM   #64
kalien34
First Lieutenant
United_States
88
Rep
325
Posts

Drives: 2017 X5 40e CB M Sport
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Chicago

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by BigSky702 View Post
I'm assuming you purchased outright? Then have at it.

Now if it's a finance or lease, you cannot do any "major tuning" ... found a chap on YouTube that got into some trouble with BMW for engine mods (600+ HP M4) on a financed vehicle. :

Debadging is considered "major tuning"??? I debadged my 430's xDrive and 430i badge and I'm leasing it... The plan is just to put them back on before returning the lease.

I totally don't get how what you are saying is relevant...
Appreciate 0
      07-30-2019, 12:07 AM   #65
chenry
Colonel
United_States
2346
Rep
2,964
Posts

Drives: BMWs
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: SoCal Huntington Beach

iTrader: (8)

For reference for those that did not make their way through the entire post this is what I'll end up with (disregard plate - that was for fun)
Attached Images
 
Appreciate 0
      07-30-2019, 12:40 AM   #66
Fuller
Major
1217
Rep
1,290
Posts

Drives: F36 435i
Join Date: May 2017
Location: MA

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by RTPenland View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by Fuller View Post
By investing effort into adding or removing a badge, you're making a statement.

It's like people who won't wear brand name clothing because they dislike the image they think it presents. Instead they shop at second hand stores and garage sales, not out of necessity or thrift, but because they wish to present the opposite image. They act like they're above being concerned with what they wear, but ironically, they're also using clothing to present a specific image, just on the other side of the commercial spectrum. Their clothing selection is still motivated by concern over what others will see, instead of solely on what they enjoy or find comfortable.
okay so if OP wants to remove the m badge from the rear of their M340 what are your thoughts - I get your brand name clothing opinion but if someone removes an M badge from the back of their M340 your commentary you want to share with the forum is?....
People are removing the M from their car in order to not appear as a poser. Ironically this is still poser-like because their preference has its roots in the stratum of others' opinions.

The person who affixes an M badge to their car, and the one who removes the badge both obsess over the brand. One wants to falsely associate with the positive impression implicit in an M product, and the other goes out if his way to avoid any negative connotations associated with a fraudulently placed M.

I don't actually care what others do to customize their cars though. They can customize it to look like the General Lee for all I care. Not my thing, but whatever.
Appreciate 4
Nabzpv13.50
Cabby339.50
Post Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:04 PM.




g20
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST