BMW M3 XDRIVE - THIS IS WHY I ORDERED ONE

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Joe Achilles joins the BMWBLOG Podcast to discuss his decision to trade his RWD M3 Competition for the new M3 xDrive. He highlights the xDrive's superior performance and grip, particularly in adverse weather, noting that the added weight is negligible and the driving dynamics remain engaging, even allowing for rear-bias driving modes. The financially savvy move is enabled by strong used car residuals. The conversation also touches on the current used car market's volatility, the merits of the AC Schnitzer-tuned Z4 M40i as an interim vehicle, and the appeal of the new 2 Series Coupe, especially the M240i, as a modern interpretation of BMW's classic driver's cars. Achilles expresses a preference for the xDrive, deeming it the better car and suggesting the RWD version may be phased out.