BMW M2

The G87 BMW M2 made a clear statement when it arrived in 2023: unlike its predecessor, it borrows the S58 twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre straight-six from the M3 and M4 Competition, producing 454 bhp and 550 lb-ft of torque. BMW deliberately kept this generation rear-wheel drive only, resisting the all-wheel drive route taken by the M3 and M4 xDrive — a commitment to driver-focused dynamics that defines the car's character. The Steptronic automatic gearbox sends power rearward, and the 4.1-second 0-62 time and 155 mph top speed give a reasonable measure of what that means.

This 2023 example has covered 25,090 miles and is finished in white. Specification includes the M2 Comfort Pack — keyless entry, heated steering wheel, and wireless phone charging — alongside the optional Style 930M bi-colour black double-spoke alloys, which are a worthwhile upgrade over the standard wheel. The Vernasca leather interior in black with M colour highlights is a clean, well-judged combination that wears well over time.

At just over 25,000 miles from new, this example sits at a point where the sharpest depreciation has already occurred but the car is effectively still run-in. For those who want the current M2 generation without ordering new, it represents a pragmatic entry point into what is one of the more honest driver's cars in BMW's current lineup.