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"1M CSL" build thread
Hello all,
After lurking off and on for some time I figure I'd start my own build thread.
The background is that about 2 months ago I blew my charge pipe on my BMW 1M, started researching replacements and then the slippery slope began. For many years I avoided looking at mods for this car because I've gone down the slippery slope many times in other builds, such as Porsches and GTR's. I've always looked at the 1M as a fun and fast street coupe, not a true sports car. However, after the charge pipe blew I started watching a lot of Youtube and Nurburgring videos from Misha, Team Schirmer, Custom Racetec, Heel & Toe etc and caught the bug yet again for this car. I've decided I want to build a "1M CSL" with better brakes, suspension, power, and tasteful lightening of the car.
Only recently did I find Alex's sick 135i TA build, which will also serve as a guiding light on my own build. I won't go as far as a TA build, but it will probably get close. I prefer something slightly quieter with less external aero.
I'm located in Taipei, Taiwan (here for work) but originally from Bakersfield, CA the home of Buttonwillow! I've been there many times and shall return to that track again one day (but unlikely with this car). In Taiwan we have two tracks here, one being FIA Grade Two. We also have beautiful coastal drives along with tight mountain roads. The build will be targeting these drives on track and aggressive road.
First a couple bone stock shots:
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