Who takes their M3 out driving just for fun?

radiantm3 · 08-05-2012, 11:01 AM

It's why I have over 30k miles on my car. I only had my car for 1.5 years and I work from home (no commute).

gatorfast · 08-05-2012, 11:27 AM

I try to but unfortunately traffic is too heavy and there are no good roads in south florida

LarThaL · 08-05-2012, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by mhabs

All the time - there's nothing like an early morning drive in the hills/twistys. Moreover, one really doesn't have to speed to have fun...so much of the reward is in the handling, feedback, feel, engine and exhaust noise.

So true. While I obviously do kick it from time to time, the subjective experience of this car and the enjoyment isn't only to be found at extreme speeds.

It is the absolute perfect combination of feeling "wired in" and yet having the harshness dialed out. It blows me away every time I drive it.

LarThaL · 08-05-2012, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by gatorfast

I try to but unfortunately traffic is too heavy and there are no good roads in south florida

Go out at 5am and drive down US 1 through the Keys. Did this in an e46 M3 convertible a number of years back. Mostly straight, but still an incredible experience.

Ghetto2315 · 08-05-2012, 11:53 AM

My M3 is my DD and I still take her out for fun. Never gets old. Exactly what I signed up for

PhillyNate · 08-05-2012, 11:55 AM

Just did yesterday to see Total Recall with my oldest son. I look for any excuse possible to take it out, provided it's not raining. Mine also is not a DD.

kmarei · 08-05-2012, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by NeedMoreToyz

All the time...even in the rain or snow. ooooh, can hear some of you gasping!

No
The gasping is reserved for people who say they turn off their DSC

They are normally grouped with child rapists on this forum

AxisMagi · 08-05-2012, 01:04 PM

Add me to the list of junkies... just the other night I couldn't resist the urge
and took off for a late night drive at 2am out of the city in search of tight
corners and empty pavement!

After my first time on the track few weeks ago now I get a boner every
time I look at my car...

Couldn't imagine leaving it in the garage and not using as a DD,
just doesn't seem right! I can see keeping a Buggatti in the stable,
but an M3 is the perfect DD. I'm @ 25k miles in after 1.5 years and I work
from home.

Axis

kwike92 · 08-05-2012, 01:23 PM

the only reason i get in mine is for fun...

tjsabec · 08-05-2012, 01:28 PM

I plan my weekend activities around what roads I prefer to drive on... weighs in on our (my wife & i) choice of restaurant, ect.

Cl0ud7 · 08-05-2012, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by CBS

My M3 isn't my DD so many times after a tough day I come home to "relax" by driving the M3. For some reason the sound of the motor / exhaust and carving through the Pocono Mountains always makes me smile. It's good therapy.

I wish I had more time to visit the roads in the Pocono's....There's nothing here in Allentown...That I'm aware of at least

M3 Esq · 08-05-2012, 02:13 PM

Mine is my DD. I love driving it every day. It never gets old.

skins333 · 08-05-2012, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by LarThaL

Go out at 5am and drive down US 1 through the Keys. Did this in an e46 M3 convertible a number of years back. Mostly straight, but still an incredible experience.

I agree, this is my favorite driving route (from Miami to Key West). There's about 42 bridges and amazing scenery.

Peahi · 08-05-2012, 02:36 PM

I daily drive mine. Every time I hear the cold start it is like a drug. I also take the the long way to my destination if I'm not in a rush. Sometimes I like hitting the central coast outside the bay area.

I also like driving on 280 in the bay area and hitting tunnels in San Francisco. Ha!

Pebble beach/17 mile drive in a couple of days hopefully!

regensburg94 · 08-05-2012, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mdosu

Ironic part is when you work hard enough to make enough for this car, you don't have much more leisure time for stuff like this.

This is exactly right.

nmehta211 · 08-05-2012, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by HeartMD

I do agree that the M has a great therapeutic effect on the soul. Im still trying to find some nice twisty backroad up in CT ( anyone feel free to recommend some), though I recently found a nice one which Ill get up really early as well on a nice sat/sun morning and get some steam out of the system.

Avon mountain roads are fun.
also has you get closer to waterbury, Route 8 is a hoot with the winding roads on the highway. Also the Merritt Parkway.

Aquariu///M · 08-05-2012, 03:27 PM

Yes I do! Because it's not my daily

mdynamics · 08-05-2012, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by HeartMD

I do agree that the M has a great therapeutic effect on the soul. Im still trying to find some nice twisty backroad up in CT ( anyone feel free to recommend some), though I recently found a nice one which Ill get up really early as well on a nice sat/sun morning and get some steam out of the system.

Which road are you referring to? I think the best driving road in CT is route 7. Keep going west on 44 till you get to route 7 next to lime rock, there is a few scenic views along the way. Also, there is route 20.

E92M356789 · 08-05-2012, 03:53 PM

Coming from the 335i, I found my self wanting to drive the M3 more than my 335i. I love the way it handles. Regardless, my 335i still a tough cookie, but it does not handle the road like the M3.

dom_cmh · 08-05-2012, 04:03 PM

OP is that a serious question? Seems pretty obvious people with M3s would do this sort of thing.

gatorfast · 08-05-2012, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by LarThaL

Go out at 5am and drive down US 1 through the Keys. Did this in an e46 M3 convertible a number of years back. Mostly straight, but still an incredible experience.

That area is a big speed trap. There always cops catching speeders as it quickly goes from 60mph to 35mph or so.

Unfortunately south florida is completely flat and has no twisties.

Let It Rein · 08-05-2012, 05:53 PM

Hadnt driven her in about a week. Pulled her out of the garage and even though it had been raining, foam gunned her and made her all pretty. Then, drove the piss out of her. Fell in love again. Put the window down just to take in the Meisterschafts melodious ear candy.

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PhillyNate ENTHUSIAST 135 Rep 2,097 Posts Drives: 2010 Porsche Cayman Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 Porsche Cayman [0.00]	Just did yesterday to see Total Recall with my oldest son. I look for any excuse possible to take it out, provided it's not raining. Mine also is not a DD. __________________ "what I'm driving here...is an ending." Jeremy Clarkson 2010 Carrara White Porsche Cayman 6mt 2014 Whiteout Toyota GT-86 6mt(Sold 05/23/15) 2011 Alpine White BMW M3 6mt ZCP Coupe(forced retirement 06/06/14) 2008 Alpine White BMW 328i 6mt Coupe(retired 06/21/11)
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AxisMagi Private First Class 11 Rep 106 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 Lemans Blue Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Scottsdale, AZ iTrader: (0)	Add me to the list of junkies... just the other night I couldn't resist the urge and took off for a late night drive at 2am out of the city in search of tight corners and empty pavement! After my first time on the track few weeks ago now I get a boner every time I look at my car... Couldn't imagine leaving it in the garage and not using as a DD, just doesn't seem right! I can see keeping a Buggatti in the stable, but an M3 is the perfect DD. I'm @ 25k miles in after 1.5 years and I work from home. Axis __________________ _____________________________ 2001 E46 Race Car - S54 Swap - Moton Suspension - CAE Shifter 2011 E90 M3 - ESS VT2-625 Supercharger - Stoptech Trophy BBK - Ohlins Road & Track - MP Exhaust
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Peahi Captain 13 Rep 682 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 CPE Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	I daily drive mine. Every time I hear the cold start it is like a drug. I also take the the long way to my destination if I'm not in a rush. Sometimes I like hitting the central coast outside the bay area. I also like driving on 280 in the bay area and hitting tunnels in San Francisco. Ha! Pebble beach/17 mile drive in a couple of days hopefully! __________________
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Let It Rein ORNGBLD 32 Rep 436 Posts Drives: F80 Sakhir Orange Join Date: May 2012 Location: The South iTrader: (0)	Hadnt driven her in about a week. Pulled her out of the garage and even though it had been raining, foam gunned her and made her all pretty. Then, drove the piss out of her. Fell in love again. Put the window down just to take in the Meisterschafts melodious ear candy.
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