[PackPride85]

Originally Posted by mthreesteve

Have the same dilemma! Just put my name on reservation list at local dealership.. Can't wait.

Did you have to throw any $$$ down for the reservation?

[bluekn8286]

Originally Posted by smakdown61

Did you have to throw any $$$ down for the reservation?

I didn't have to put any money down because it's super duper early. When the dealerships get more details, I'll get a call and be able to get my name on a official holding list.

[twin fed]

Originally Posted by bluekn8286

I didn't have to put any money down because it's super duper early. When the dealerships get more details, I'll get a call and be able to get my name on a official holding list.

Same here!

[W///]

Originally Posted by bluekn8286

I didn't have to put any money down because it's super duper early. When the dealerships get more details, I'll get a call and be able to get my name on a official holding list.

Interesting. Might have to do the same thing as you guys then.

[Cavpilot2k]

Originally Posted by ewohar

Same here. May as well enjoy the 235 for now.

I was thinking that way, but now have decided to start having fun modding the hell out of a 135 instead of going M235. I don't feel like the M235 is enough of an upgrade from the 135 to justify picking one up for just 2-3 years before getting an M2 (my ultimate goal).

[twin fed]

Originally Posted by Cavpilot2k

I was thinking that way, but now have decided to start having fun modding the hell out of a 135 instead of going M235. I don't feel like the M235 is enough of an upgrade from the 135 to justify picking one up for just 2-3 years before getting an M2 (my ultimate goal).

That is exactly why I sold mine when I had the chance

[Adem1534]

I have looked everywhere, and still cannot find any reference to when the M2 concept may be revealed. I believe I once saw March 2015, but I can't find that source.

[Cavpilot2k]

Originally Posted by Adem1534

I have looked everywhere, and still cannot find any reference to when the M2 concept may be revealed. I believe I once saw March 2015, but I can't find that source.

Doesn't really matter much though - it's just a concept, which may resemble production exactly or not at all.

[W///]

Originally Posted by Cavpilot2k

Doesn't really matter much though - it's just a concept, which may resemble production exactly or not at all.

It will be almost exactly like the final spec. There's 2 types of concepts:
- Production concepts, that more or less final. Headlights, taillights and side mirrors might be different, but that's it.

- Abstract concepts: like the BMW CS for example

Regardless, I'm not even thinking that far. I wouldn't even mind more spy shots. Something. Anything.

[Adem1534]

Originally Posted by W///

It will be almost exactly like the final spec. There's 2 types of concepts:
- Production concepts, that more or less final. Headlights, taillights and side mirrors might be different, but that's it.

- Abstract concepts: like the BMW CS for example

Regardless, I'm not even thinking that far. I wouldn't even mind more spy shots. Something. Anything.

Yup, look at the m4 concept, m5 concept, the E92 concept - They are all about 99% identical to the final.

That's why when the M4 came out, and people kept saying "lol it'll never look anything like that, it's just a concept, it'll be much more toned down blah blah blah" I just sat back and laughed.

[BMWJS]

Originally Posted by Adem1534

I have looked everywhere, and still cannot find any reference to when the M2 concept may be revealed. I believe I once saw March 2015, but I can't find that source.

There is an article on Bimmerfile that identifies a December internet release ahead of public debut in January at the Detroit Auto Show. We'll see....

[Cavpilot2k]

Originally Posted by W///

It will be almost exactly like the final spec. There's 2 types of concepts:
- Production concepts, that more or less final. Headlights, taillights and side mirrors might be different, but that's it.

- Abstract concepts: like the BMW CS for example

Regardless, I'm not even thinking that far. I wouldn't even mind more spy shots. Something. Anything.

I hope you are right. Regardless, I dont think we'll be disappointed in the M2.
The most recent concept-to-production fail I can think of is the Subaru (yes I know- different Mfr) WRX. The concept generated so much buzz and enthusiasm and was the best looking thing ever to come off a subaru drawing board (literally, it really was)!
Then they pussed out and went so pedestrian that the car I was considering (in STI trim) as a replacement for my 135 dropped out of the running like a prizefighter who had just taken a knockout blow.

I just don't put much stock in concepts.

[W///]

Originally Posted by Cavpilot2k

I hope you are right. Regardless, I dont think we'll be disappointed in the M2.
The most recent concept-to-production fail I can think of is the Subaru (yes I know- different Mfr) WRX. The concept generated so much buzz and enthusiasm and was the best looking thing ever to come off a subaru drawing board (literally, it really was)!
Then they pussed out and went so pedestrian that the car I was considering (in STI trim) as a replacement for my 135 dropped out of the running like a prizefighter who had just taken a knockout blow.

I just don't put much stock in concepts.

I hear ya, but BMW is completely consistent when it comes to M car concepts. Take a look at these:



Even when they go more extreme on the concept cars, you still have an idea what the end result will be. I think most people here knew the bumper wasn't going to make it, but the car didn't change much.


And then you have concepts like this, which just shows you the direction BMW is taking, rather than an actual car that will make it to production (I adore the BMW CS):


Totally agree about the Subaru btw. I was blown away by the concept car, and was telling my friend it's actually the first Japanese car I'd really consider. Then the real deal came out and I didn't even realize it was supposed to be the same model

[as7920]

Originally Posted by W///

I hear ya, but BMW is completely consistent when it comes to M car concepts. Take a look at these:

Notice the boot badge says M6?

[Adem1534]

Originally Posted by as7920

Notice the boot badge says M6?

It says M5. It's just a low quality picture. If you want, open this pic up in paint and really zoom in on it.

You'll see that there is a line of dark pixels on the left side, confirming it says "5" rather than "6".

[SCOTT26]

Auto media publications are now beginning to report...

[PackPride85]

What issue is that from? It's not the October issue.

[SCOTT26]

Originally Posted by smakdown61

What issue is that from? It's not the October issue.

Its the UK magazine Car.
I think it is the December issue for the UK. Are they not at November issue now?

[PeteA]

http://issuu.com/sjharrison13/docs/6...057250/9712513

[PackPride85]

Originally Posted by PeteA

http://issuu.com/sjharrison13/docs/6...057250/9712513

Only a preview of the first page, more info on the next page which they don't show. Maybe someone can copy/paste the entire article text?

[PeteA]

Here ya go my peeps:

[Sebis]

Here is the rest.