M340i

MitchDog · 03-28-2024, 10:47 AM

While I await an allocation for my wife's 50e (trading an X3)....I am contemplating trading my GMC AT4 for a M340i. I started researching, and I'm just looking for some general feedback/suggestions on a year model for a used one, low miles. I'm OK with the look of the LCI, but also like the pre-LCI. Thanks!

cyam · 03-28-2024, 10:55 AM

If you never want to make any mods then any year. Otherwise only get a pre-June 2020 built model.
The ability to make changes and cstom code/change/ tune the pre June 2020 model makes a big difference. Even tiny details like LCI not having an ASS defeat button.

Just find a low miles one and you're good.

MitchDog · 03-28-2024, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by cyam

If you never want to make any mods then any year. Otherwise only get a pre-June 2020 built model.
The ability to make changes and cstom code/change/ tune the pre June 2020 model makes a big difference. Even tiny details like LCI not having an ASS defeat button.

Just find a low miles one and you're good.

Appreciate it! I've read that many like the 2020, exhaust, etc. Don't plan on mods, but good to know.

DenHaag3er · 03-28-2024, 11:54 AM

Pre covid ones tend to have more kit and are tuneable.

whofelt · 03-28-2024, 09:07 PM

2022, i'm biased.

LostInSpace · 03-28-2024, 10:11 PM

Some year without i-drive 8 would be a great choice.

cyam · 03-28-2024, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by MitchDog

Appreciate it! I've read that many like the 2020, exhaust, etc. Don't plan on mods, but good to know.

Ah yes the exhaust note is severely muted on post 2020 models. I can't tell you how much I enjoy the exhaust note of my pre June 2020 car.

madpistol · 03-29-2024, 12:40 AM

Tuning: 2020
Most feature complete: 2021
Missing features: 2022
iDrive 8: 2023

Take your pick.

AM340iMiami · 03-29-2024, 09:46 AM

If IDrive 8 is not important I would try and find the lowest mile 2020 you can find. Prices are coming down.

Disclaimer* I have a 2020 with an intake and downpipe and it sounds glorious.

James Cole · 03-29-2024, 10:37 AM

Mexican Spec 2024 M340i has all the best:

No mild hybrid so its lighter and still has pops and bangs along with updated interior and exterior.

Thats what I own in Mexico of course.

GrubTheHedgehog · 03-30-2024, 08:04 PM

I just went from a 2021 pre-lci to a 2024 and the 24 is hands down the better car. I was worried about missing content, cost cutting—it was all nonsense. The exhaust sounds about twice as good. I don’t see any reason not to try for the latest model year.

Blubaron79 · 03-31-2024, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by madpistol

Tuning: 2020
Most feature complete: 2021
Missing features: 2022
iDrive 8: 2023

Take your pick.

This is why I bought my 2021 out of the lease.

g20exaudinoob · 04-01-2024, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madpistol

Tuning: 2020
Most feature complete: 2021
Missing features: 2022
iDrive 8: 2023

Take your pick.

Why would you say the 22 has missing features? Just curious

g20exaudinoob · 04-01-2024, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James Cole

Mexican Spec 2024 M340i has all the best:

No mild hybrid so its lighter and still has pops and bangs along with updated interior and exterior.

Thats what I own in Mexico of course.

Do the mexican ones actually not have the emission regulations? You can get an LCI without the mild hybrid?

madpistol · 04-02-2024, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by g20exaudinoob

Why would you say the 22 has missing features? Just curious

“COVID spec” shortage of various parts, so BMW cut features out to keep production running.

Motorwerke_man · 04-02-2024, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by g20exaudinoob

Why would you say the 22 has missing features? Just curious

My '22 is missing the power-closing trunk (still have kick to open feature) and passenger lumbar adjustment - those I don't really care about. Some are missing the touchscreen, that would be a deal-breaker for me.

Always run the VIN on 2021+ cars you're considering first, it will list if anything is missing or removed due to shortages.

g20exaudinoob · 04-02-2024, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Motorwerke_man

My '22 is missing the power-closing trunk (still have kick to open feature) and passenger lumbar adjustment - those I don't really care about. Some are missing the touchscreen, that would be a deal-breaker for me.

Always run the VIN on 2021+ cars you're considering first, it will list if anything is missing or removed due to shortages.

AFAIK no US spec 3 series had the power closing truck except for the lci

peelerec · 04-02-2024, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Motorwerke_man

My '22 is missing the power-closing trunk (still have kick to open feature) and passenger lumbar adjustment - those I don't really care about. Some are missing the touchscreen, that would be a deal-breaker for me.

Always run the VIN on 2021+ cars you're considering first, it will list if anything is missing or removed due to shortages.

MY22 Same as you, except mine is missing the touch screen. I was given $500 credit, although I’d rather have the touch screen. I suppose it’s forced me to use the physical knobs below. Not as bad as I thought it would be.

madpistol · 04-02-2024, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by g20exaudinoob

AFAIK no US spec 3 series had the power closing truck except for the lci

They did on 2020 and 2021 for the Executive Package.

g20exaudinoob · 04-02-2024, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madpistol

They did on 2020 and 2021 for the Executive Package.

Ah ok, that’s a bummer. no wonder my 2021 with the executive package came without the powered trunk…

Dan B · 04-02-2024, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by g20exaudinoob

Do the mexican ones actually not have the emission regulations? You can get an LCI without the mild hybrid?

If they didn't have the ability to pass US emissions you could not legally import it. You could ge a Tourist visa but not register it.

James Cole · 04-03-2024, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by g20exaudinoob

Do the mexican ones actually not have the emission regulations? You can get an LCI without the mild hybrid?

No mild hybrid at all…

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cyam Lieutenant 189 Rep 457 Posts Drives: BMW M340i X (2020 G20) Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: AU iTrader: (0)	If you never want to make any mods then any year. Otherwise only get a pre-June 2020 built model. The ability to make changes and cstom code/change/ tune the pre June 2020 model makes a big difference. Even tiny details like LCI not having an ASS defeat button. Just find a low miles one and you're good.
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AM340iMiami First Lieutenant 219 Rep 350 Posts Drives: 2020 BMW M340i Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Miami iTrader: (0)	If IDrive 8 is not important I would try and find the lowest mile 2020 you can find. Prices are coming down. Disclaimer* I have a 2020 with an intake and downpipe and it sounds glorious.
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James Cole Private 33 Rep 98 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	Mexican Spec 2024 M340i has all the best: No mild hybrid so its lighter and still has pops and bangs along with updated interior and exterior. Thats what I own in Mexico of course.
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GrubTheHedgehog Private First Class 43 Rep 105 Posts Drives: M Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	I just went from a 2021 pre-lci to a 2024 and the 24 is hands down the better car. I was worried about missing content, cost cutting—it was all nonsense. The exhaust sounds about twice as good. I don’t see any reason not to try for the latest model year.
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