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Well, the running average of speculated power of the M2 seems to be around 375hp (or a M235i with JB4 tune). Add in the MP LSD for $3200, and the M235i nearly fits the M2 spec minus the body work and standard alcantara.
As the BMW line up goes, I think it would make more sense for BMW to either drop the M235i or detune it toward the N54. With a starting price of $50k, thats near the M235i well-equipped pricing currently. Seems to me, if someone wanted more punch than the 228i, the M2 would fit the bill, even stripped down. That said, I am even more happy that I bought the M235i when I did, equipped with LSD as well. Should be a great resale if I ever go that route.
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I hope they still offer the firm fixed suspension for the rest of us. I think they M2 should fill a niche for those of us that want something edgier and more focused. All the new BMWs are already adjustable and soft already, not sure what is gained by making another one soft or gadgetized. There is a gap that was only partially filled by the 1M due to low numbers. I think they should let you check all the gadgets you want including built in Hookah, massaging seats with whirlpool motion and air conditioning. Mood lighting, Bidet, 32 speaker surround sound with 24 inch 3D display in front of the windshield BUT give you the option to leave all that stuff off to make it light, nimble, focused, edgy and with some real freakin' sound a la 1M. That's my two cents worth. |
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10-13-2014, 11:22 AM | #26 |
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race-ready kart VS semi-track ready daily drive with much bigger trunk!
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A hot number in November 2015 debuted the compact over aviator M2. That he is a real M, the turbocharged 3.0 liter six cylinder with 374 series Guarantees ps and 520 nm. ___ _____ brother M4 come _____ (gauge, suspension parts, _____ steering, brake, four pipe -___ active M differential and _____. Seven- double-clutch transmission. Inner dominate alcantara, aluminum, carbon and dark microfibres. There are separate instruments, special seats, a smaller sport steering wheel. A highlight are the suspected driving services-in 4.3 seconds should it go from zero to 100km / h. madness' just like the award. The basic model with manual will cost around 56,500 euros. The results for M4 a price gap of nearly 16,000 euros and down to the M235i, a difference of 8500 Euros. |
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It's a long wait and the M235i is a nice car.
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I like this and it make since. I always wondered and didn't like that they called their newer race car a M235 racing........a M2 race car sounds better. Plus I would guess it would get all the new M3/4 bits and updated engine as an upgrade. I could see either the street M2 or M2 race car in my future!
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There has to be a 235i somewhere, and the name M235i should sell better than 235i, it would be a step back, Mxxxi market should be different than proper Mx market. The first one is the "sportiest" model available of the Series, and the second one is Performance oriented which is a niche. In countries like mine the M235i comes equipped with everything, and the M2 will too (like every other M model) but in the US, you can pretty much buy an M235i with nothing, just like you buy an M Sport Line. So there is a significant gap for the M235i to prevail. On the contrary, I expect future M340i, M440i, M540i and M650i models. Their Audi equivalent S models, work very well in sales. Last edited by Manbnda; 10-13-2014 at 12:16 PM.. |
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I heard the M2 will be bigger than the M235i and be able to take higher resolution pictures. I also heard it may bend easier.... Oh wait I was thinking of Apple. Seriously from an automotive industry standpoint all car companies are tapping into every demographic and price range. It makes sense that we will all see more cars with the BMW badge. I guess I was just hoping it wasn't every 6 months.
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Well this is very encouraging news! Will probably just keep the M235i bone stock and just wait for this beast to hit the market. Will most certainly have to wait out the inevitable mark up period...
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Oooh pretty decent output.. really excited to see this.
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Not the best looking BMW but should be a fun package.
Will it be a limited run like the 1M was???
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The speculation is that it won't be limited. The circumstances that led to the 1M being limited just aren't present here. I've already had one dealer refuse to take deposits on the M2 because they weren't sure if the car would be limited or not.
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