[JasH]

Originally Posted by Poochie

The M2 CS exhaust sounds like something is stifling its sound - and more than likely it's the Euro Gasoline particulate filters.

Can the filter be removed?

[Poochie]

Originally Posted by JasH

Can the filter be removed?

It can be but requires a proper exhaust piping designed to circumvent the filter and a ECU flash tune which can disabled the system's checks. Or else you're stuck with a permanent engine fault code, within the vehicle.

One possible blowback of this such mod is it more than likely voids potion of the factory warranty. So there's that..

[Bimmer28312]

Doesn't matter a stock competition, CS, GTS the S55 will sound like shit.

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by Bimmer28312

Doesn't matter a stock competition, CS, GTS: the S55 will sound like shit.

At the risk of derailing this thread into a scatological discussion: AFAIK shit itself does not make sounds, unlike the actuator of the living organism.

[Miko M]

F90 M5 was faster RESPECT!!!

Can't wait to see what M5 CS can do

[Poochie]

Originally Posted by M-Azing

What is meant by new a " dual branch exhaust system" ? How is this different from the MPE and stock M2C system?

According to my researcher, "dual branch" exhaust is an interconnection of the each individual pipes, in an attempt to change its sound output.

We'll see how that works out in practice..

[goodNIGHT]

Is this car going to replace the M240iR in TC America ?? Any other applications for the M2 CS racing ??

...and interesting F1 style rear wing...

[Throttleblip]

Originally Posted by Artemis

In this video is mentioned (02:35-02:40) that the M2 CS laps the Nürburgring Nordschleife 8 seconds faster than the M2 Competition.

If officially confirmed as accurate, this means a ± 7:44 lap time for the M2 CS.

BMW M lap times (source: here)

• 7:27.88 = F82 M4 GTS
• 7:38 = F80 M3 CS + F82 M4 CS
• 7:38.92 = F90 M5
• ±7:44 = F87 M2 CS
• 7:48 = E92 M3 GTS
• 7:50 = E46 M3 CSL
• 7:52 = F82 M4
• 7:52.36 = F87 M2 Competition
• 7:54 = F10 M5 Competition
• 7:58 = F87 M2
• 8:05 = E92 M3
• 8:07 = E52 Z8
• 8:09 = E63 M6
• 8:12 = E86 Z4 M Coupé
• 8:13 = E60 M5
• 8:15 = E82 1M
• 8:22 = E46 M3
• 8:22 = E36/8 M3
• 8:35 = E36 M3
• 8:50 = E30 M3

Thought it was 7:35 for the M4CS

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by Throttleblip

Thought it was 7:35 for the M4CS

You are correct. Initially: 07:38 and later: 07:35: see 09:49-10:19 of this video.

Nowadays BMW still quotes 07:38 on its website (see here):

[cipri]

Originally Posted by Artemis

Walkaround by Autofans (hosted by BMWBlog) (no engine start):

What's that orange cable in this video ?

[cipri]

Originally Posted by Throttleblip

Thought it was 7:35 for the M4CS

It's amazing the time for the e46 csl

[GerryM5]

There are tons of unique super nice cars in my area. The MSRP is really important. At $15K increase it's nice, maybe. Above $20k, I'd modify a M2C.
Disclaimer, I own a M2C.

PRO:
Carbon fiber parts
Brakes
Wheels and tires
Suspension

CON:
HP too low
No CF fenders
No roll cage or rear seat delete
Not really unique enough

[dmboone25]

Originally Posted by Bimmer28312

Doesn't matter a stock competition, CS, GTS the S55 will sound like shit.

That’s fine, enjoy your N55 335.

Originally Posted by Artemis

At the risk of derailing this thread into a scatological discussion: AFAIK shit itself does not make sounds, unlike the actuator of the living organism.

Sound is obviously polarizing but ultimately very subjective. Just depends on what you’re really looking for in a car...

[M2PDX]

Originally Posted by AlpsRider

There are dozens of videos out there with sound bites of M2C exhaust notes so the sound should be no secret. That being said, the exhaust note can be enhanced quit a bit even on a stock car by adding a tune with GTS roar, custom burbles and exhaust valves open in Sport and Sport+ modes. It is next to impossible to judge exhaust note using a cheap microphone to record and then playing it back on a phone speaker.

Best fix, which also provides actual gains, catted downpipe. Fabspeed and Wagner are 2 we've used.

Improves the lower tones. Works better in an N55, but makes a difference in the S55 as well.

[M2PDX]

Here's a question Artemis, will the U.S. version carry the same exhaust, which is specifically designed to meet the new Euro standards?

[19x]

I still can’t wrap my head around how bad these cars sound. It’s cringe worthy.

[s4awd]

Cool! I actually prefer the traditional headlamps over the ICON on the M2.

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by M2PDX

Here's a question Artemis, will the U.S. version carry the same exhaust, which is specifically designed to meet the new Euro standards?

I don't know. Soon we will know (LA presentation later this month). How is it right now for the M2 Competition ?

VIN specs of the European version of the M2 CS feature code 1DE:

[stefan]

Originally Posted by GerryM5

CON:
HP too low

Said nobody.

Seriously this car can only utilize that power in the top 1% of skilled drivers. You will not come close to exploiting this figure.

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by stefan

Said nobody.
Seriously this car can only utilize that power in the top 1% of skilled drivers. You will not come close to exploiting this figure.

GerryM5: the M2 CS features 450hp (331kW).

The car pictured below features 277hp (204kW).

Just sayin'.

[19x]

Originally Posted by Artemis

GerryM5: the M2 CS features 450hp (331kW).

The car pictured below features 277hp (204kW).

Just sayin'.

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Yeah, but the car below weighed more than 1,000 lbs less. Judging by the rear end, it appears to be a Procar with a curb weight of 2,250 lbs vs the M2's 3,600 lbs.

So it's apples and oranges. Just sayin. Not that the M2 is underpowered by any stretch. But weight does make a huge difference, especially when there's a 1,350 lbs disparity.

[medphysdave]

After listening to a few videos I believe the sound is not nearly as lawnmower like as I originally expressed.