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Originally Posted by akkando
I think BMW lists more of a track focused version, so according to their intended use, if it's only going to have one transmission DCT makes the most sense.
That said, I don't believe it's really track focused. I think it's just throw CF parts on it, remove a few quality of life features to save 15 pounds, bump HP by 10 via software, add an exclusive color, and charge 40% more. Maybe you get the magnesium oil pan.
If they ONLY gave it the MT it would probably sell better to tell you the truth, making it more "special"
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It's interesting that this is said to be a US only model, while the US would not get the CSL. The manual trans take rate on the m2 was said to be 50% in the US. It would make sense to me for manual to be an option, if not the only option, for a limited run spec. Then build one for the rest of the world with a DCT and maybe some changes that wouldn't pass DOT regs in the US.