[Conissah]

Originally Posted by XutvJet

No issues with carbon build up because of the revised PVC system, far more reliable fuel injectors with no need for injector coding on replacement, more reliable coil packs, no issues with the HPFP, no issues with wastegates, and far less turbo system complication/hoses/vacuum systems. The N55 still has the other common issues though like water pumps, OFHG and valve cover gasket leaks, and oil pan leaks. Early N55s also had issues with rod bearings and I think the change to the S55 rod bearings was the driver with that.

Back on topic, turbo access on the Supra is wide open. Turbo replacements now take a couple of hours because of the lack of an external exhaust manifold. It's all right there once you remove the airbox. It's so different (and easy) compare to the N54 and N55 which required a ton of time to remove and replace turbos.

Pure Stage 2 turbo, tune, and E30 and you're deep into the 10s. I do wonder about longevity of the ZF 8AT behind that kind of power and the cooling capacity of the radiator and water to liquid IC at those sort of power levels.

Guy on YT (AdamLZ) has one currently making like 650 wheel. Intercooler doesn't seem to be an issue as of yet, but he (and most others) are running a meth kit, so that keeps the IAT's in check. Tranny seems to be holding, but axles at the strip on slicks, not so much. I'm interested to see where the inevitable ceiling is for the stock motor.

[spiceyxi]

I wonder what this will mean for the 1,700 new Supras currently on dealership lots.

I would have to imagine that is going to sting dealerships that are holding on to the slower expensive version. Unless of course their is a big price increase for 2021.

[XutvJet]

Originally Posted by spiceyxi

I wonder what this will mean for the 1,700 new Supras currently on dealership lots.

I would have to imagine that is going to sting dealerships that are holding on to the slower expensive version. Unless of course their is a big price increase for 2021.

This may explain the rather sudden multi-thousand below MSRP mark downs I've seen over the past week.

[XutvJet]

Originally Posted by Conissah

Guy on YT (AdamLZ) has one currently making like 650 wheel. Intercooler doesn't seem to be an issue as of yet, but he (and most others) are running a meth kit, so that keeps the IAT's in check. Tranny seems to be holding, but axles at the strip on slicks, not so much. I'm interested to see where the inevitable ceiling is for the stock motor.

I'm not entirely convinced it was an axle. It almost sounds like something broke in the diff based on what I saw of him inspecting the damage on a lift.

Block wise, the limits appear to be the electric arc wire spray coated cylinder walls. I've been monitoring the 3/4 series forums where B58 owners have been reporting scoring of the cylinder walls in 20-60K mileage stock and tuned B58s. The issues are compression loss, misfires, and power loss. The fix is a short block replacement. Since liners aren't used, you can't hone the bore. Hopefully it's only an issue with the earlier B58s. The Supra uses the same short block, different head though.

[ASAP]

Originally Posted by duder13

Current 135i owner here. It doesn't handle all that well stock. I was coming from a Cayman, which is about as good as it gets, and the 135i stock felt bouncy and squishy. Spend a few thousand in M3 and other suspension parts, though, and the 135i becomes fantastic. Spend more on an LSD and tuning stuff, and I'd probably take it over any other modern era BMW.

As far as the Supra goes, it's a fine performing car, but I don't like the style, I don't like that it's basically a BMW underneath, and I don't like that it doesn't have a manual. I'd rather have a used M2 with a stick, and it's much more practical to boot.

Former 135i owner, current M2C owner here...

A stock 135i in terms of handling is borderline trash, its suspension is designed on a bouncy damper that is made to fit Runflats... go drive the car after you replace the tires to a good tire like an Mpss. Your car will bounce and sway side to side like a trampoline... however; a 135i with proper rear toe arms (preferably steel bushing), nice coilovers and all subframe bushings replaced will drive very nicely... albeit it will feel very rough and still be super unreliable due to the N54... the M2 fixes all of that with a better, more modern balance and actual good looks. I could not see myself in a car of the 1 series class again... the regular M235i was such a solid upgrade in terms of an overall better car not even to mention an M2C.

[gatorfast]

I wonder if they are actually changing the engine tune or simply bumping the hp figures on paper to match reality. By all accounts, the initially 335hp version seemed to be vastly underrated and more in line with the 380hp in the z4. That blue color looks nice though. But if they really want to start moving these things then a manual option is needed.

[heavyD^2]

Originally Posted by gatorfast

I wonder if they are actually changing the engine tune or simply bumping the hp figures on paper to match reality. By all accounts, the initially 335hp version seemed to be vastly underrated and more in line with the 380hp in the z4. That blue color looks nice though. But if they really want to start moving these things then a manual option is needed.

I can't see it. It would be egg on their face to advertise a 45hp bump and have identical straight line performance. The announced 382 hp is exactly the same as the version used in the M340i, X3 M40i, etc.

[NickyC]

I can't believe I still haven't seen a single one of these on the road yet. I've been driving around Miami a ton too over the past month to explore new home/surroundings. Seen just about everything you could imagine, but like back in STL not a single Supra. I've seen very few new Z4s as well, maybe three in total.

I like that blue color, very nice.

[freakystyly]

This was taken in my town back in August, probably one of the only ones outside of Toronto at the time. Haven't seen one since.

They kind of fly under the radar in a darker colour.

[Alfisti]

Why would you buy a car like that in grey...like really. It's like 99% of 911's between 06 and 2015 are grey or black.

[FuriouslyFast]

Originally Posted by Red Bread

I don't think they're going to take 50% of the cylinders out and then charge more.

Not what I said

[Red Bread]

Originally Posted by FuriouslyFast

Not what I said

Okay. I'm sure they'll add 15% more power and charge less.

[JasonCSU]

Originally Posted by FuriouslyFast

The current car is overpriced. Lower it all. It's a $30k car IMO

The 370Z is a $30k car.

[hellrotm]

Seeing 10+% off on new car Autotrader listings.

[modthispny]

again BMW/Toyota screwing the early adopters. SMH!

I get with a tune you can get the 2021 power and even more, but some owners just want to drive the car worry free without having to mod. :/

[duder13]

Originally Posted by ASAP

Former 135i owner, current M2C owner here...

A stock 135i in terms of handling is borderline trash, its suspension is designed on a bouncy damper that is made to fit Runflats... go drive the car after you replace the tires to a good tire like an Mpss. Your car will bounce and sway side to side like a trampoline... however; a 135i with proper rear toe arms (preferably steel bushing), nice coilovers and all subframe bushings replaced will drive very nicely... albeit it will feel very rough and still be super unreliable due to the N54... the M2 fixes all of that with a better, more modern balance and actual good looks. I could not see myself in a car of the 1 series class again... the regular M235i was such a solid upgrade in terms of an overall better car not even to mention an M2C.

I don’t know. My 135i (n55 version) with all new suspension arms, bushings, shocks/springs, camber plates, wheels/tires, sway bars, LSD, strut bar, etc. (not to mention the engine mods and custom tune) is way more fun than the M2. Now, it’s likely just down to the smaller size and much better steering feel, but I wouldn’t trade it for the M2 (haven’t driven the M2C, though.) Granted, we’re talking several thousand dollars in mods, so I’m not saying it’s a financially wise decision (unless maybe comparing to the 1M,) and I’d certainly take the M2C over any other current BMW.

The new Supra has an even shorter wheelbase, which is cool, but I’m skeptical about the steering, and no manual is a no-go for me.

[Salty Dog]

Originally Posted by Alfisti

Why would you buy a car like that in grey...like really. It's like 99% of 911's between 06 and 2015 are grey or black.

Maybe so it doesn't look like every other Supra

[Tacoma]

Originally Posted by gatorfast

I wonder if they are actually changing the engine tune or simply bumping the hp figures on paper to match reality. By all accounts, the initially 335hp version seemed to be vastly underrated and more in line with the 380hp in the z4. That blue color looks nice though. But if they really want to start moving these things then a manual option is needed.

According to Road and Track, the 2019 Supra has the B58B30C engine while the Z4 has the B38B30B engine. They have different cylinder heads, pistons, connecting rods and turbocharger among others.

So it's more than just a simple tune and the new Supra should be even faster than before, likely faster than the M2C. It should be interesting.

[gatorfast]

Originally Posted by NickyC

I can't believe I still haven't seen a single one of these on the road yet. I've been driving around Miami a ton too over the past month to explore new home/surroundings. Seen just about everything you could imagine, but like back in STL not a single Supra. I've seen very few new Z4s as well, maybe three in total.

I like that blue color, very nice.

Me too, have yet to see one in the flesh which is odd in SoFla considering you see everything down here. They obviously are not selling well.

[NickyC]

Originally Posted by gatorfast

Me too, have yet to see one in the flesh which is odd in SoFla considering you see everything down here. They obviously are not selling well.

I know it's nuts!

I tell you what though, give me one in that new blue color with the power bump AND a six speed manual at $45k brand new out the door and I might be interested!

[gatorfast]

Originally Posted by NickyC

I know it's nuts!

I tell you what though, give me one in that new blue color with the power bump AND a six speed manual at $45k brand new out the door and I might be interested!

Me too man. If it had a manual I would strongly consider one, especially at the ~$50k price point.

[FuriouslyFast]

Originally Posted by JasonCSU

The 370Z is a $30k car.

They still make that thing?