Haha I've been a BMW owner for years. I recently sold my 2007 3 series that I had for almost 13 years (bought lightly used) and it was solid. The M4 remains in the stable and is just too much fun to let go. It has the carbon fiber bucket seats as well. I ordered to my spec and it was produced and delivered about 3 months later. The cutout in the trunk where a spare could "almost" fit is actually where the battery is. It would have to sit on top with the luggage and isn't worth the sacrifice in cargo space. It's easier just to have the CX-50 now for those trips, especially with the unpredictability of the weather here in the Carolinas.
So far I'm loving the CX-50. I think it's one of the best looking compact SUVs on the road at the moment. I do worry about some of the more major issues some folks have had on here with failing differentials and such, but hey that's why we have warranties right?
