Why a Subaru Master Tuner Bought a BMW | Kunchris Pt. 2

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In Part 2 of our conversation with Kunchris, we move from the origin story into the technical world of tuning and high-performance builds.As one of Kenya’s most respected Subaru tuners, Kunchris breaks down the philosophy behind tuning, why many builds fail, and what it actually takes to make reliable power from Subaru platforms.We also explore a surprising chapter in his journey — his decision to buy a BMW M135i, a very rare car in Kenya. Despite the reputation BMWs have for reliability issues, his ownership experience has been overwhelmingly positive.In this episode we discuss:* The philosophy behind tuning Subarus* Common mistakes people make when modifying cars* Why reliability depends more on the build than the badge* Why Kunchris chose a BMW M135i* The myths surrounding BMW ownership* Advice for anyone considering buying a BMW* Some of the wild builds he has worked on* Including the fastest 100–200 km/h Subaru in AfricaThis episode is a deep dive into performance engineering, car ownership realities, and the mindset behind building truly fast machines.If you enjoy honest automotive conversations and real insights into tuning culture, this one is for you.Part 1 of the series (The Mama Legacy story) is available on the channel.Follow Gearhaus on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsgearhausInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsgearhaus/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25ielSDMaSPZYAw4nKxhCf?si=DxpdI6UPS_uYnQc2lk8dgQApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gearhaus/id1839239303WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7MoK22Jl8Epvkjrz2IGearhaus is a Palahala Media Group production.