12-08-2010, 12:26 PM | #23 |
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12-08-2010, 12:44 PM | #24 |
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Will the powerplant find its way into future M cars or is this engine a ONE off, so to speak?
Pun intended.
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12-08-2010, 01:09 PM | #25 |
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Way i need a daily drifter next to the GT3.
GT3 can t take all speedbumps I won t sell a GT3 for it though. High rev engines are the best. |
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12-09-2010, 03:26 AM | #26 |
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Daily drifter? Hahaha I like that. I agree though, no way I would sell my GT3 for this! But I could add to the collection potentially...
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12-09-2010, 05:42 AM | #27 | |
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Ha! I'll try and find out - in the studio Just about to set off and meet up with the car and it occured to me that the 1 Series M Coupe is the most widebody M-car since the E30 M3, in fact I'd even go so far as saying it's THE most visually altered M-car yet produced. Some people might be saying that's a good thing, since the 1 Series isn't exactly known for its good looks, but I'm already of the mind that this a stunning looking car. I'll let you know in a few hours time... |
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12-09-2010, 08:49 AM | #29 |
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Please find out the hardware changes to the engine. (if any)
Turbos, intake/exhaust manifolds, head/valve-train, intercooler, etc. Also, how much negative camber in the front stock, and will there be room for adjustment. |
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12-09-2010, 05:48 PM | #30 | |
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I would like to know the differences between the 1M and the 135i. I would also like to know how BMW achieved the extra 25kw. Was it the result of an ecu tune or was it a combination of a tune and upgraded exhaust etc? |
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12-09-2010, 05:53 PM | #31 |
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Looking forward to your details from the shoot Steve!
Photos are great, liking what I see so far! Hopefully you could hint at some UK specific details if possible too (price). Again, gutted I couldn't have joined you, even more so now seeing the details. |
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12-09-2010, 06:05 PM | #32 |
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Yeah UK specs would be great. It's looking to be around £38K.
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12-09-2010, 06:07 PM | #33 |
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12-09-2010, 06:40 PM | #36 |
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Just the Facts: * 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe will roll out in the U.S. this spring starting at around $45,000. * BMW 1 Series M Coupe gets a 335-horsepower inline-6 mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. * The U.S. allotment is under 1,000 units. |
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12-09-2010, 07:52 PM | #38 | |
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I really wish we could get a clear response on this. 2,700? 2,800? 1,000? We've also heard "as many as capable in 1 year timeframe" SCOTT, help! |
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12-09-2010, 08:03 PM | #39 |
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Hey guys, I have updated my earlier post with some of our studio shots of the 1 Series M Coupe plus my interpretation of the spec as I saw it today. http://www.skiddmark.com/2010/12/09/...eries-m-coupe/
Tomorrow I'll publish the feedback gained from a SkiddMark reader that I invited along to the shoot (he's also got a deposit down on the 1 Series M Coupe), plus I'll answer as many of the questions you raised on this thread. We also shot a video from the studio and captured the exhaust sound, so you'll get a chance to listen and make your own minds up. For the record I thought it was one of the most special M cars I've had the pleasure of sitting in during the past 10 years. Really special. Good night all and will hopefull chat with you tomorrow. |
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