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What are you looking for, comfort wise? I find it quite comfortable to drive, as is (I have port installed M Performance Suspension so if anything mine is a tad tighter).
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Still have those large wheels/stiff tires to deal with though. Smaller diameter wheels and fitted with tires with more sidewall is the way to go but you will be limited to wheels that can clear the brake hardware (calipers). If the seat comfort is not to your liking then finding more comfortable seats is next on your list. Not to pile on but I think rather than modifying the M2 you would be better off finding a car that offers GT like ride/comfort as it comes of the factory and add that car to your garage. |
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Will an 18" wheel clear the front calipers?
When I get mine I am considering a 19/19 set up....
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I was going to suggest one-size up in tires if the wheel width can support it. Messes with handling though so not necessarily recommended. However, some cars do okay when going up or down a tires size.
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285-35/19 and 295-30/20 fit the OEM wheels? There are fewer options in these sizes and they are more expensive, but would give a bit more sidewall. |
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If the OP is looking for a more touring ride, changing tires/rims will not help. Its the suspension of the M2 itself which is tge "problem" (if you want to call it that). Keep in mind the G42 M240 has similar rims and tires (19" squared) and much differet (read "softer") ride.
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The only option outside of softer springs (which again, there aren't any, maybe components from the 230i/240i & since nobody has done the swap, can and most likely will adversely affect the characteristics of the car), would be different wheels and tires. Perhaps smaller wheels with bigger (sidewall) tires. At the end of the day, I don't think this is the car for you if comfort takes precedence over performance.
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I have both a 23 G42 M240 and a 23 G87...there are no comparisons whatsoever. The M240 is much more of a comfort ride compared to the G87 (I personally like the G87 better but that is why I git this car for me...M240 is for the wife). |
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