It's uhhh.. it's for BOTH of you to learn manual transmissions! That's it! Yeah! Not for ME! I mean.. who needs another Bimmer?

I do have this fantasy- or maybe given the actual fantasy, 'fantasy' is a bit too much of a word. My wife and I used to tool around on local roads in my little 2002 when we were my daughter's age. Since the '02 is in restoration, I tried to make the same happen in the M2.

Well, with that kind of power, handling, aural experience, and way pretty carbon fiber (kidding), I will admit that I let the M2 have its way with me in the twists. Hell, I even let it bend me over on the straights. It's just sooo.... damn FAST. I caught my wife gripping the M2 door pull the other day. She wasn't relaxing at all. .

Enter the super ETA power plant in the E30. One step above dog for its day, but just the right amount of analog to get my lil wifey out and about on some tree-lined streets. At least that's my aim. We'll see if the target falls. It sure is bright enough red to hit!

Also, I am getting the bottle caps refreshed and new centers. With a polish and seal, this thing is gonna glow.

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