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Originally Posted by Robert
If you think this car won't put smile in your face you should opt for a Porsche or Ferrari. For rest of us, despite the lower redline, it will still be more than excess of fun. I don't want to go into the whole F1 discussion because I am not a F1 driver and never will be so its irrelevant.
That said I will probably not buy a M1 unless it really exceeds every expectation. My next car needs to be a purists 2 seater and BMW don't build such cars.
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Bmw used to build the M coupe up to last year...now what's left?Oh and by the way a Civic SI very fun to drive with it's high reving K20.
IMO this car is a glorified 135I-335IS..ok it will probably have an LSD but still...Since when M-cars share engines with regular cars?
The M1 is great for people not into modding otherwise the 135I will do the job with some upgrades. 3/4 of the M1 (exclusive)features are cosmetic upgrades.
Summary:
More muscular appearance than standard 1-series
Trapezoid grille flanked by two intakes to allow extra brake cooling
Six piston brakes
High performance intercooler
Sportier looking headlights than standard 1-series
Small lip spoilers above brake duct inlets to provide extra air flow and downforce
The front wings of the car are massaged slightly to accomodate the wider track. Rear end is also wider.
Standard 18" 5-spoke wheels with optional 18" Competition wheels (18" will be the optimium wheel size for the M1)
Signature M side vent
Broader wheel arches to accomodate larger track
"Ducktail" CSL style rear trunk (integrated spoiler)
Rear valance/diffuser area takes its direction from the standard 135i but with open ducts for aerodynamic purpose
Signature M quad exhaust pipes
Reinforced carbon fiber roof