No convertible m2 - ?

fuddman · 01-16-2016, 07:16 PM

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M2 CSL

Not a chance. Can't even get a drop top out of it.
M4 CSL, maybe - in the distant future. Save all you can cuz it'll cost big.
IMO, of course.

ORIGIN M. · 01-16-2016, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by red-sauerkraut

M2 CSL

Not a chance. Can't even get a drop top out of it.
M4 CSL, maybe - in the distant future. Save all you can cuz it'll cost big.
IMO, of course.

There are two CSL's coming... Performance Compliance Cars no doubt.

I'll personally want the M2 CSL - Turbo 4 cylinder w/ e-Drive...

midlifecrisis · 01-17-2016, 06:41 AM

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midlife: looks like our cars are somewhat (very) similar> I also had an m3 like you. my favorite is also an old one - my 2004 330 csi. I don't need it but can't let it go -- especially the steering as the modern steering will never feel like that again. Just to be clear, in case anyone is listening, there are two m235 convertible owners that would go the m2 convertible in a heartbeat!

If we keep saying it, maybe it will happen! (That's how the E36 M3 sedan happened.). BTW, my E46 is getting a major upgrade this winter - lightweight flywheel and racing clutch, shifter from a M535, Shark Injector, Borla exhaust, and fresh Bilstein Sports. Can't wait to get on track this spring!

M3 Adjuster · 01-17-2016, 03:14 PM

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With the M2 being positioned so close to the M235i in price, and the M235i being as good that it is, there is no business case for BMW to build the M2 Convertible.

And I think the article clarifies it.

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Do you think this rules out the convertible? http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/mo...oice-its-class

Total BS - just like the BS from BMW about the roadster category dying.

There has been a business case for a convertible M car for every model of M3.

Once again, the fact that production for this car is so difficult likely highlights why they would not make a convertible. More cars removed from the line to fit parts = more delays to the line than just creating the M2.

I agree. But it seems clear as day.

With the entire auto industry deep in cost cutting and globalization I seriously doubt this car will ever see production.

It costs very little to make another variant of the same model. Hence we have 14 different 3/4 series shapes .

I bet that there could be an issue with convertible chassis bracing since the m2 suspension points are different than an m235.

ORIGIN M. · 01-17-2016, 03:20 PM

I'd personally prefer the Vert M2, but I am swallowing the thought

and redirecting my focus to the obvious choice, the M2 Coupe.

A moonroof will be a given. I guess I will not feel like I sinned because of a lack of CF Roof.

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Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

It costs very little to make another variant of the same model. Hence we have 14 different 3/4 series shapes .

I bet that there could be an issue with convertible chassis bracing since the m2 suspension points are different than an m235.

ORIGIN M. · 01-17-2016, 04:55 PM

Why not !?!

ORIGIN M. · 01-17-2016, 05:40 PM

You are spot on. They added that bracing and it is very nicely done indeed. Personally having owned a 1er Vert I understand clearly what you are outlining here.

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It costs very little to make another variant of the same model. Hence we have 14 different 3/4 series shapes .

I bet that there could be an issue with convertible chassis bracing since the m2 suspension points are different than an m235.

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