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And I didn't konw that about the 2015 M235 - that's interesting. I doubt that they even make the M235 once the M2 comes out - I think it will just be a 235...
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09-04-2014, 12:48 PM | #178 | |
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definitely agree. I want something a little more raw, but still with some BMW creature comforts.
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09-04-2014, 03:38 PM | #180 |
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Hmm I was at The Ring yesterday (and the next week and a half). Guess it was before tourist driving started.
Today I was before it opened for public and there were several BMW's and Audi's in camouflage testing and I caught two BMW prototype's in traffic. Gonna have a lookout for the M2.
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09-04-2014, 06:18 PM | #181 | |
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09-06-2014, 01:30 PM | #183 |
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FWIW: July 2014 renders of the M2 (published by the Dutch car magazine 'AutoWeek'), so before the August spy shots revealing the latest changes.
With an orange body color, things are getting more into the (right) groove.
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09-06-2014, 02:14 PM | #184 | |
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P.S I hope they offer even crazier colors on the M2. LBB is a great start |
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09-08-2014, 10:19 AM | #187 | |
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Now a CSL version.....holy smokes.....I'm all in for that. Unfortunately the coolest CSL ever came with a DSG gearbox, but if we can get a CSL M2....let me know where I send my first-born to. : ) |
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09-08-2014, 11:28 AM | #188 |
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Whilst those renders are inspired by the M4 and M3 .
The 1er M Coupe did start the ball rolling for the latest "function over form" for aerodynamics. And the M2 will also introduce progress on this theme.
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09-08-2014, 11:58 AM | #189 | |
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Hopefully we'll get the cloth seats from the M3. I'd be OK with that.
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09-08-2014, 12:42 PM | #190 | |
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If the M2 turns out to be a hit - and who are we to doubt that - I guess that it may cross the minds of some at BMW M to look into the option of conceiving a CSL version (Coupé Sport Leichtbau = Leightweight Sports Coupé): a street-legal hardcore M2 with the bare essentials and low on options choices (e.g. M carbon-ceramic brakes), capable of stunning and frustrating the competition. If BMW keeps the volumes low/limited, it could even take the bold decision to sell these at a 'premium' price within the near vicinity of M3/M4 territory. The market exists - enthusiasts and collectors are prepared to pay top-dollar for a limited edition pocket-rocket (that they likely won't use as daily driver). See also for example http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=800184 By the way, back in the day, the fairly exciting idea of a 1M CSL or 1M GTS was short-lived. I guess that BMW M decided that it lacked time and budget, but that it committed to reconsider the feasibility of a CSL version with a future model (M2, F2X M).
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At the end of the day, the US wouldn't get an M2 CSL anyway, so I don't think too much about those things. Not to mention I'd ever consider dropping $8200 on brakes either. I would be 100% happy with a "normal" M2 that had some CF parts already, and almost no options. Well I take it back, I'd be even happier if it had a detuned S55, but can't have it all.
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How often does one have to replace standard BMW brakes and how much does it cost? My thinking is if it has to be done every 30,000 miles, it can add up. Ceramic brakes are supposedly good for up to 200,000 from what I have read.
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At $8200, you'll have to go through a hell of a lot of brakes before you brake even with CCB, thus why it's not worth it to me at all. I'm sure they'll come down in price eventually though.
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are we still talking about CCB on CSL? who would take a CSL to 200,000kms? and worry about $8000 anyway if he/she wants one
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How soon before production starts on a specific model do they usually announce full specs and pricing? Looking to see around when both will be revealed for the M2 next year.
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I was very close to putting down a deposit on an M4. Now I'm not so sure! I think the current 4-series is a bit too large for my taste, but I don't want a significant drop-off in performance.
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