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Originally Posted by M2 CSL
I can see them going for a M2 CSL first.
Doing everything they can to save a dying M brand image with a layup like a M2 CSL. The base M2 has been well received and it should be hard for them to mess it up.
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Originally Posted by SCOTT26
What dying M brand image?
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M2 CSL, think again.
For example in 2012 the AMG R&D chief Tobias Moers referred to the BMW 1M as benchmark within its league when talking about the Merc A45 AMG prototype:
"But I soon realized that this was a unique opportunity to rewrite the rules, to set new standards and eclipse the competition. From day one, I wanted this car to better the BMW 1-series M coupe." (http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews...amg_prototype/)
The BMW 1M heritage is still highly acclaimed and - unlike the Mercedes A45 AMG - its (resale) value still pretty strong.
The M2 also got very good press and sales exceeded expectations.
It looks that the M2 CS won't be a 'flatliner' either.