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I presume that "GM will pay" only applies to the dealer doing it. Most of what we see in this thread is alignment issues, most if not all of those are not tire failures. Many (most?) BMW M cars come with Michelin PS4S as do several other performance cars. They are generally regarded as the...

LOL, as a former BMW enthusiast, it was common forum fodder to make fun of the "normal" cars that had ///M badges on them. When I had my Chevy SS, I got so tired of people asking me about it and wanting to talk about it, that I debadged it. That didn't fool anyone.

I didn't realize that the show was still on! The first three seasons were hilarious, and it was one of the few things that I could use to relate to my youngest stepson at the time. Even though the show was totally inappropriate for a 9 year-old. Or a 45 year old...

Generally speaking, dealers look at wholesale pricing to determine your trade value, and that doesn't list options. A knowledgeable dealer will see your car and recognize those packages for what they are, and probably give you (if you push) a few thousand extra. But generally, no, options...

Brad, I'm glad it worked out for you in the end, although it's certainly a PITA to deal with the aftermath. And kudos to the dealer. I generally fall into the camp of "it's insured, I'm not going to lose sleep over worrying about it" but you can't help it, especially with a car like the BW...

First, let me say that I've had both tires (on different cars) and I prefer the Michelin. That said, it's a little difficult because every tire performs differently on every car, as suspensions are tuned for certain characteristics. My Mom used to work at Michelin and she needs her pension, so...

Thanks, and happy anniversary!

I can't really address any of the questions any better than anyone else has, but I will echo @668LT4's comments - I came from a G82 M4 properly equipped with 3 pedals, and never once ever even for a moment regretted the move to the Blackwing (also properly equipped). Best of luck to you!

I've been spoiled rotten by the BW and some other previous cars, and so the Miata and BRZ/86 are just too low powered for me. And kind of disappointing inside, great cars, lots of fun, well made, etc., but really cheap-feeling plastics. The yellow was only offered in 2023. Right now all you...

For those still following along, it looks like the GR Supra (6 spd, natch) will be the second car...

Dealers are famous (infamous?) for not accurately listing cars. I wonder how many people see that "one owner" flag and never bother to look at the CarFax? I'll bet it's a lot. And then when they go to sue 6 months later, the web page is long since gone and they can't prove it ever happened.

My biggest gripe against all of this was that the GM threshold for braking and acceleration were based on the performance of a 4-cylinder Malibu, not a Blackwing. For example, whereas On-Star might flag me for an aggressive throttle application, you guys would just call me a pussy.

This is very true, and an excellent point. I prefer to consider myself in the first group rather than the latter. Back in my riding days I had an absolute firm no-exceptions rule that I never rode after drinking. Period. However, I will admit to a few close calls after riding for several...

That Ducati looks the business! I hate to fall back on stereotypes, but I could never be a Harley rider.

The late great Stanley Kowalski will be our new head of NHTSA. Well known for driving the challenger on the streetcar of desire, he will lead us into more oil, drill baby!

Good yet sobering thought. Since we're neighbors, where do you work? If God-forbid something happens to me, I'll go there and ask for the guy with the cool car. ;)

I just sold my C6 Corvette. I bought it on a bit of a whim and to use on track because I don't want to drive the BW on track (too expensive to risk and too fast for my weenie self). As it turned out, I only went to the track once (had a great time, but it really exposed the limitations of a...

Doh! Yes I did. Right over my head! And yes, I concur with your other post... I try to avoid that whole gift-giving thing, but the wife insists and the (step) kids were brought up under the philosophy that you show your love by buying stuff. I do what I can, but years of indoctrination are...

Mine barely functions, but at least it doesn't rattle.

With the exception of people who didn't save enough or had an unexpected and financially debilitating health condition pop up, I'm not seeing a lot of negative options from retirees. As long as we don't listen to morons like Susie Ormond, I think the majority of us are well positioned to do...