BMW Returns to BTCC w/ 1 series

[Gangplank]

I saw this posted in the news section. They are racing a 125i in the BTCC. I wish they still sold the 1 series stateside.

BMW Returns to 2017 British Touring Car Championship, After 21 Years Absence

http://www.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1357521

[Gangplank]

They are racing the F21 model 125 M-sport.

BTCC uses spec rules. Wonder what engine specs are for the BMW B48 engine they are running?

The foundation for NGTC is an emphasis on some common components – turbo, wastegate, intercoolers, ECU (engine control unit), instrumentation and dash, power management system, six-speed sequential gearbox, fuel tanks, differential, subframe, steering, brakes, clutch, wheels, dampers and suspension – which dramatically drives down costs for teams looking to compete in one of the world’s most attractive motor sport arenas.

2016 saw the introduction of a new Technical Partner for the common subframes, suspension and new hydraulic power steering whilst all other Technical Partners continued their association with the BTCC.

Teams have the option of running either TOCA’s unbranded NGTC-spec engine or, whether privateer or full manufacturer-backed entries, developing their own powerplant to the regulations, as long as it is from the same ‘family’ as their chosen model of car – all are 350+bhp 2-litre turbo-charged engines.

[Matticus91]

That's awesome, cool looking car too.

[Gangplank]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

That's awesome, cool looking car too.

Agreed. BMW should bring it to the states as a 1 series hatch. 125imh

[Yeineken]

Originally Posted by Gangplank

Agreed. BMW should bring it to the states as a 1 series hatch. 125imh

I would gladly trade my Ford Hatchback for the 1 series hatch.

[Dylanize]

That 1er looks so awesome, I'd totally daily that thing!