Driving this car responsibly is impossible!

NewM3driver · 03-24-2009, 10:04 PM

Every time I take the car out I convince myself that I'm going to drive it normally... just keep the revs down and drive it relaxed and reserved.

I CAN"T DO IT! No matter how hard I try.... all it takes is one shift at 6 or 7k and I'm driving like I'm in a race car.... leaving the car in lower gears and letting the revs go. The gas pedal in this car is addicting. Honestly... it is a problem... keeping the car below warp speed on the highway is impossible.

Is it just me?

needspeed · 03-24-2009, 10:14 PM

Nope, it's not just you; I am always fighting to drive like an adult. But there is way to much fun in the gas peddle. I am amazed at how many folks want even more power out of this car.

Unless you are on a race track, you really cannot come close to using the capabilities of this car on the public roads. But some how I will survive without going to jail....I hope....Steve

Remymartin · 03-24-2009, 10:15 PM

You are not alone ! I find it very hard to drive responsibly also. Especially on the freeway. I often hit 80-85mph on a 65 without barely knowing it. Its only a matter of time before i catch a ticket.

Manny212 · 03-24-2009, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by NewM3driver

Every time I take the car out I convince myself that I'm going to drive it normally... just keep the revs down and drive it relaxed and reserved.

I CAN"T DO IT! No matter how hard I try.... all it takes is one shift at 6 or 7k and I'm driving like I'm in a race car.... leaving the car in lower gears and letting the revs go. The gas pedal in this car is addicting. Honestly... it is a problem... keeping the car below warp speed on the highway is impossible.

Is it just me?

lol it's not just you. I'm the same way and now with exhaust installed it will only make matters worse...or better

SlammedR8 · 03-24-2009, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Manny212

lol it's not just you. I'm the same way and now with exhaust installed it will only make matters worse...or better

EXACTLY, Thats what I was going to say...if you think the throttle is addicting now...throw an exhaust on and you'll be in love (even more so)

AND if you want the full experience...hop in a convertible...with an exhaust and your pretty much in heaven!

Manny212 · 03-24-2009, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by slammedm3

EXACTLY, Thats what I was going to say...if you think the throttle is addicting now...throw an exhaust on and you'll be in love (even more so)

AND if you want the full experience...hop in a convertible...with an exhaust and your pretty much in heaven!

that's what i would like...top down. Windows down will have to do for me

farbarg · 03-24-2009, 10:26 PM

I know what you mean. Doing somewhere north of 90 8 months ago I wanted to explain to the officer: the engine made me do it, it said a little more, a little louder, a few more hundred RPM.

busman76 · 03-24-2009, 10:28 PM

glad to know I am not the only one jumping on the freeway to go 5 miles to the grocery store when there is one 2 blocks away, for a gallon of milk that I am not really out of yet!!! I cannot push myself no matter how hard I want to drive this car easy...

needspeed · 03-24-2009, 10:38 PM

Maybe that's why people say the 335 is a better DD since you don't need to rev it to go. But the M is much more funner

.....Steve

montreal red · 03-24-2009, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by busman76

glad to know I am not the only one jumping on the freeway to go 5 miles to the grocery store when there is one 2 blocks away, for a gallon of milk that I am not really out of yet!!! I cannot push myself no matter how hard I want to drive this car easy...

hhaha i just did this today!
i went out to pick up my girlfriend and i took a longer route so i can go on the freeway then exit 10mins later... the shortest route is actually through the city. guess i am not alone!

xxo0oxx · 03-24-2009, 11:00 PM

The M// is so much fun to drive its like you dont want to stop and the best thing about it is when you drive fast and you know that you can control it. espacially for us we are used on modified toyota land cruiser where no saftey or stability at high speed

I love the M//

doba_s · 03-24-2009, 11:30 PM

i am i the same boat ...

rav7ks · 03-24-2009, 11:40 PM

I totally agree with you all.
I do not enjoy this vehicle when I'm driving the speed limit.
It's so easy to rev it and go >80mph in a heartbeat.
I just don't understand those that say it's not a fast car -Are you kidding me ?
I didn't opt for an exhaust-the engine sound is too addictive to be given up to a loud exhaust.

M3-DCT · 03-25-2009, 12:12 AM

I don't have one so (maybe one day) .. I guess I don't have the problems u folks are dealing with .. so this is test drive experience speaking. But ... it is really possible to enjoy this car under 40! .... I mean it is after all set up with the best tires (PS2) ... a wonderful active suspension and with the steering set to sport ... can't u quasi-"feel" the car move in your hands? If you grip the wheel lightly enough and pay attention ... it was as if for a moment or two .. I could feel paved road grinding underneath the wheels ... unreal!

Keep it in second gear and don't rev it ... or keep it in D and tie your freakin hands to the wheel ... lol. If all else fails ... get a good lawyer .. V1 ... and get ready to dance with Bubba.

gr8000 · 03-25-2009, 01:06 AM

There has not been one single ride since the 2,000km break in service that I have not reved the engine at least 1-2 times past 6,000rpm. It's like a must, like having to take my dose before I park her in the garage! I can't miss the sound of the engine, the acceleration, and the rear end sliding even if this is for a brief moment.

PS. Driving civilised and then pushing it like a mad man suddenly, pisses my gf off quite severely... She gets scared and consequently mad at me when this is over, so the fun is double!. This is another thing that this car is so brilliant about - changing character 180 degrees at the press of a button!!!

MysticBlue · 03-25-2009, 01:39 AM

Yup, that's why I have the gong warning set at 95. It's just too easy to get into it passing someone and be well over 100 without even trying. I can deal with the occasional garden variety speeding ticket, but over 100 can get ugly.

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Originally Posted by Manny212

lol it's not just you. I'm the same way and now with exhaust installed it will only make matters worse...or better

How do you like your AA exhaust Manny? Just ordered mine. I'm hoping it's not too loud. From what I have read, it doesn't sound to much louder at idle and low rpm, maybe just a tiny bit louder and deeper, but the big difference is at higher rpm. Is that how you would describe it?
Sorry for the thread jack.

Paddy · 03-25-2009, 01:41 AM

I came to realize very shortly after getting the M that getting kicks from high speed was just too risky (ticket wise and safety wise).

So I've resigned myself to keeping it around 80 on the freeway. BUT I have found other ways to have fun. I'm practicing Heel N Toe shifting, most evenings I blow a 1/4 tank of gas doing my favorite rounds on 2 local freeways (pretty quiet later in the evening). Close on/off ramps with 270 degree turns, one offramp with a 90 degree turn and no stop sign. It is a lot of fun and I can feel the improvement after every time I do it.
I've also signed up for my first autocross, in April. I'm so looking forward to that.

I figure the cost of a new set of tires is way cheaper than getting a 100mph ticket.

slo_guy · 03-25-2009, 02:51 AM

The only way I can stay at "normal" speeds in the highway is if I set the cruise control on. Otherwise, I don't have a shot in hell for keeping it under 95 MPH. It doesn't want to stay at the lower RPMs.

Splinter4784 · 03-25-2009, 02:53 AM

going 120 in this car feels like your cruising

To even drive at 65 is a joke.

Speed laws are living in the past, i hope they change. Increasing the speed limit and educating those 95% of commuters on the road to be respectful and not drive slow and block the fast lanes for us 5% Drivers would be nice too!

Speeding is not what causes most accidents, its bad drivers and people who dont know the rules of the road.

Too many idiots on the road

The people in Germany and other parts of the world get it. They know they must yield and stay to the right for faster traffic and not create pointless and inefficient traffic.

Im glad we have tracks, our M3's are made for real drivers

, not 65 mph commuters

mxracer · 03-25-2009, 03:31 AM

+1 I've had my E92 for a little over 6 months now and have had this same issue. Sometimes I look down and I'm going a lot faster than it felt like. Fortunately no tickets yet.

dawgdog · 03-25-2009, 07:51 AM

I find attending car control clinics and HSDE on the track help to quell my desire to drive in an irresponsible manner on the street. Unfortunately, it has been a long winter and I haven't attended one since the fall.

ACZakka325i · 03-25-2009, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by NewM3driver

Every time I take the car out I convince myself that I'm going to drive it normally... just keep the revs down and drive it relaxed and reserved.

I CAN"T DO IT! No matter how hard I try.... all it takes is one shift at 6 or 7k and I'm driving like I'm in a race car.... leaving the car in lower gears and letting the revs go. The gas pedal in this car is addicting. Honestly... it is a problem... keeping the car below warp speed on the highway is impossible.

Is it just me?

So what kinda radar detector you running?!

I have the same problem pal, trust me. Just hope I stay outta the pokey with this thing. FWIW, Islam borrowed my ride last night and is returning it today. I wonder what the look is going to be like on his face. HAHA

03-24-2009, 10:04 PM	#1
NewM3driver Colonel 1110 Rep 2,007 Posts Drives: 2017 M3 ZCP Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	Driving this car responsibly is impossible! Every time I take the car out I convince myself that I'm going to drive it normally... just keep the revs down and drive it relaxed and reserved. I CAN"T DO IT! No matter how hard I try.... all it takes is one shift at 6 or 7k and I'm driving like I'm in a race car.... leaving the car in lower gears and letting the revs go. The gas pedal in this car is addicting. Honestly... it is a problem... keeping the car below warp speed on the highway is impossible. Is it just me?
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needspeed First Lieutenant 10 Rep 319 Posts Drives: 10 X5 M/05 F430/12 CTS-V Coupe Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle of nowhere IOWA iTrader: (0)	Nope, it's not just you; I am always fighting to drive like an adult. But there is way to much fun in the gas peddle. I am amazed at how many folks want even more power out of this car. Unless you are on a race track, you really cannot come close to using the capabilities of this car on the public roads. But some how I will survive without going to jail....I hope....Steve __________________ 10 BMW X5 M Silverstone w/Black on Black interior - Loaded 12 CTS-V Coupe Thunder Gray - Loaded 13 Ford GT500 (650HP Priceless!!!!) as soon as can be delivered 05 F430 F1 - Giallo 08 BMW M3 Interlagos Blue Metallic - DCT (Traded)
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Remymartin Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: Mpower Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: OH iTrader: (0)	You are not alone ! I find it very hard to drive responsibly also. Especially on the freeway. I often hit 80-85mph on a 65 without barely knowing it. Its only a matter of time before i catch a ticket.
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farbarg First Lieutenant 28 Rep 311 Posts Drives: SSII e90 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	I know what you mean. Doing somewhere north of 90 8 months ago I wanted to explain to the officer: the engine made me do it, it said a little more, a little louder, a few more hundred RPM.
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busman76 Private First Class 10 Rep 116 Posts Drives: E90 M3 AW/Fox Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	glad to know I am not the only one jumping on the freeway to go 5 miles to the grocery store when there is one 2 blocks away, for a gallon of milk that I am not really out of yet!!! I cannot push myself no matter how hard I want to drive this car easy... __________________ 08 E90 M3 AW/FR/ 6 speed/Prem/H&R/Macht Schnell Air Filter/B&W Roundels/ Monochrome Badging/ Black Kidneys/ black grilles/ clutch pedal spring removed,painted reflectors,AA Pulley. On order: Macht Schnell Spacers 15/12, GP Thunders,
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needspeed First Lieutenant 10 Rep 319 Posts Drives: 10 X5 M/05 F430/12 CTS-V Coupe Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle of nowhere IOWA iTrader: (0)	Maybe that's why people say the 335 is a better DD since you don't need to rev it to go. But the M is much more funner .....Steve __________________ 10 BMW X5 M Silverstone w/Black on Black interior - Loaded 12 CTS-V Coupe Thunder Gray - Loaded 13 Ford GT500 (650HP Priceless!!!!) as soon as can be delivered 05 F430 F1 - Giallo 08 BMW M3 Interlagos Blue Metallic - DCT (Traded)
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xxo0oxx Private 2 Rep 52 Posts Drives: m3 e92 Join Date: May 2008 Location: uae- dubai iTrader: (0)	The M// is so much fun to drive its like you dont want to stop and the best thing about it is when you drive fast and you know that you can control it. espacially for us we are used on modified toyota land cruiser where no saftey or stability at high speed I love the M//
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doba_s Major General 405 Rep 6,107 Posts Drives: X7 l Cayenne l 997.2RS Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Danville iTrader: (26)	i am i the same boat ...
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rav7ks First Lieutenant 38 Rep 387 Posts Drives: e92 M3 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: MD iTrader: (0) Garage List 08 M3 [0.00]	I totally agree with you all. I do not enjoy this vehicle when I'm driving the speed limit. It's so easy to rev it and go >80mph in a heartbeat. I just don't understand those that say it's not a fast car -Are you kidding me ? I didn't opt for an exhaust-the engine sound is too addictive to be given up to a loud exhaust.
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M3-DCT Private 0 Rep 69 Posts Drives: Toyota Corolla Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I don't have one so (maybe one day) .. I guess I don't have the problems u folks are dealing with .. so this is test drive experience speaking. But ... it is really possible to enjoy this car under 40! .... I mean it is after all set up with the best tires (PS2) ... a wonderful active suspension and with the steering set to sport ... can't u quasi-"feel" the car move in your hands? If you grip the wheel lightly enough and pay attention ... it was as if for a moment or two .. I could feel paved road grinding underneath the wheels ... unreal! Keep it in second gear and don't rev it ... or keep it in D and tie your freakin hands to the wheel ... lol. If all else fails ... get a good lawyer .. V1 ... and get ready to dance with Bubba.
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03-25-2009, 01:06 AM	#15
gr8000 Major 72 Rep 1,171 Posts Drives: E92 M3 - DCT Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Athens, Greece iTrader: (0)	There has not been one single ride since the 2,000km break in service that I have not reved the engine at least 1-2 times past 6,000rpm. It's like a must, like having to take my dose before I park her in the garage! I can't miss the sound of the engine, the acceleration, and the rear end sliding even if this is for a brief moment. PS. Driving civilised and then pushing it like a mad man suddenly, pisses my gf off quite severely... She gets scared and consequently mad at me when this is over, so the fun is double!. This is another thing that this car is so brilliant about - changing character 180 degrees at the press of a button!!!
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Paddy Captain 74 Rep 664 Posts Drives: 18' M2, AW Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: San Diego iTrader: (1)	I came to realize very shortly after getting the M that getting kicks from high speed was just too risky (ticket wise and safety wise). So I've resigned myself to keeping it around 80 on the freeway. BUT I have found other ways to have fun. I'm practicing Heel N Toe shifting, most evenings I blow a 1/4 tank of gas doing my favorite rounds on 2 local freeways (pretty quiet later in the evening). Close on/off ramps with 270 degree turns, one offramp with a 90 degree turn and no stop sign. It is a lot of fun and I can feel the improvement after every time I do it. I've also signed up for my first autocross, in April. I'm so looking forward to that. I figure the cost of a new set of tires is way cheaper than getting a 100mph ticket.
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slo_guy Lieutenant 31 Rep 406 Posts Drives: a car Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Los Angeles, Ca iTrader: (3)	The only way I can stay at "normal" speeds in the highway is if I set the cruise control on. Otherwise, I don't have a shot in hell for keeping it under 95 MPH. It doesn't want to stay at the lower RPMs.
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Splinter4784 414 little horsies 56 Rep 405 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Beverly Hills iTrader: (2)	going 120 in this car feels like your cruising To even drive at 65 is a joke. Speed laws are living in the past, i hope they change. Increasing the speed limit and educating those 95% of commuters on the road to be respectful and not drive slow and block the fast lanes for us 5% Drivers would be nice too! Speeding is not what causes most accidents, its bad drivers and people who dont know the rules of the road. Too many idiots on the road The people in Germany and other parts of the world get it. They know they must yield and stay to the right for faster traffic and not create pointless and inefficient traffic. Im glad we have tracks, our M3's are made for real drivers, not 65 mph commuters __________________ Race Precision Inc
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mxracer New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: White E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	+1 I've had my E92 for a little over 6 months now and have had this same issue. Sometimes I look down and I'm going a lot faster than it felt like. Fortunately no tickets yet.
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dawgdog Colonel 148 Rep 2,278 Posts Drives: 2015 M3, 2016 GT3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Seattle, Wa. iTrader: (0)	I find attending car control clinics and HSDE on the track help to quell my desire to drive in an irresponsible manner on the street. Unfortunately, it has been a long winter and I haven't attended one since the fall. __________________ 2015 f80 M3, 2016 GT3
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