BMW M2 CS spy pics and videos!

Artemis · 02-24-2019, 11:03 AM

As we know, the M2 M Performance Parts catalogue features a CFRP bonnet (see here):

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The spotted white and black M2 variant test mules seem to sport that MPP bonnet (CFRP):

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The CFRP bonnets of the M3 CS, M4 CS and M4 GTS feature an air vent for heat dissipation purposes:

M3 CS:
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M4 GTS:

Let's see whether or not the CFRP bonnet of the M2 variant will also feature an air vent. As regards functionality, possibly it may not need it.

Artemis · 02-24-2019, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fedie

I wonder if the rear spoiler is separate piece from trunk

Comparison:

M2 variant test mules:

M3 CS (add-on CF trunk spoiler):
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M4 CS (add-on CF trunk spoiler):
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M2 M Performance Parts CF tailgate (integrated):
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Artemis · 02-24-2019, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fedie

Looking at the roof ridges and the fact the is wrap, perhaps CF roof?

You can easily spot the shape of a double-bubble CF roof under the camo tape.

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dmboone25 · 02-24-2019, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Artemis

Water injection system = extra weight.

AND extra oomph. This car isn’t light in any spec, so give me the oomph.

Jason · 03-12-2019, 05:05 PM

Updated March 12, 2019 with closeups!

BMW M2 Prototype Closeups

ynguldyn · 03-12-2019, 05:16 PM

Really smart use of snow as camouflage.

Mickv10 · 03-12-2019, 05:29 PM

Whaaaaaat??!!! They need to hide that muffler, its really embarrassing to look at.

///M² · 03-12-2019, 05:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mickv10

Whaaaaaat??!!! They need to hide that muffler, its really embarrassing to look at.

Just like a ball sack hanging out of shorts!

Miko M · 03-12-2019, 05:59 PM

I want the G80 but lately I have been thinking on this beast.
I think I want one and use it just on track

Ellazzar · 03-12-2019, 06:10 PM

Eating that snow and keeping the engine cool, needs it. Ha ha

dmboone25 · 03-12-2019, 06:28 PM

Even on the CS...it's move over udder, but this song still does the exhaust can justice because of what the farmer is doing....

PARTS@STBMW · 03-12-2019, 06:33 PM

Would love to see this model with a GTS/CS Hood as a Performance Upgrade.

Miko M · 03-12-2019, 06:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ellazzar

Eating that snow and keeping the engine cool, needs it. Ha ha

Yup, same here

medphysdave · 03-12-2019, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M²

Just like a ball sack hanging out of shorts!

Muffler cracks me up. I'm sure there is in an airflow stability reason for it, but damn.

Blubaron79 · 03-12-2019, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Miko M

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ellazzar

Eating that snow and keeping the engine cool, needs it. Ha ha

Yup, same here

True

DrLxus · 03-12-2019, 07:36 PM

That's a race car

Artemis · 03-12-2019, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ynguldyn

Really smart use of snow as camouflage.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ellazzar

Eating that snow and keeping the engine cool, needs it. Ha ha

"And the Northern lights commenced to glow | And she said, with a tear in her eye | Watch out where the huskies go | And don't you eat that yellow snow." (F.Z.)

M2 CS tests at the BMW Group testing centre in Arjeplog (Northern Sweden - approx. 55 km from the Arctic Circle).

wdeerfield · 03-12-2019, 08:39 PM

So carbon front lip just like the m3 CS. Carbon fiber rear spoiler the same as the m3 CS. Carbon brakes from the m3. That rear muffler hanging down kills it though. Seems the m2 is taking the place of the m4 and the m4is going to become the new m6 pretty soon. Bmws formula is pretty predictable now with what they do for a CS

CSanto · 03-12-2019, 09:16 PM

I cant help but think
"This is just an M4/M3 with a fancy name"

///M TOWN · 03-12-2019, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CSanto

I cant help but think
"This is just an M4/M3 with a fancy name"

Higher number yields a higher price tag.

I am in agreement with you.

mhanism · 03-12-2019, 10:17 PM

Holy cow udder Batman!

Artemis · 03-12-2019, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CSanto

I cant help but think
"This is just an M4/M3 with a fancy name"

Didn't you rather mean: "This is the right-sized M4" or "This is the E46 M3 Reloaded" ?

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