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04-22-2010, 12:30 PM | #134 |
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Anyone else notice that the rocker panels don't have the center bulging look when looking down the side? I guess this is because they had to modify the rockers to blend with the wider front fenders?
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And to clarify, I'm not insinuating that the lack of these parts (fender vents/quad exhausts) would not make this an M model, but I am saying that these parts are now integrated into the brand identity and are typical of new m models so it strikes me as strange not to include them. They tested the new m5 mule with quad exhausts and, before we knew about an M3 sedan in the e9x lineup - yup same thing - quad exhaust gave away the m intention. I want this to be an M but, like I've said, not 100% convinced. |
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04-23-2010, 02:00 AM | #138 |
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they probably dont want to sell it out yet so thats why they didnt put the quads etc.. but watch the size of those brakes!! and why would they hide a 1 series in the first place??
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I think most of you don't think critically enough to understand me. If someone were to make me bet $$$ on what transmission the test mule in the video would be, I would bet it is a Manual transmission. However, I'm stating that DCT tranmission can allow the car to do the same thing as what is shown in the video. I only brought it up because all of you seem "SOSURE" of the transmission that you would even argue with ME about it, when I only stated it is possible that the test mule is a DCT. Is it impossible? The right answer would be it could be possible. Another thing I want to bring up is, how many test mules are there? Are all the videos of the exact same test mules?
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04-23-2010, 09:26 AM | #141 |
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Here, this should help keep us on track. If you want to debate the MT vs. DCT, hit it:
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...35#post7182835 |
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What I meant by my post is that since this is an early test mule, it may not have the fender gills and production exhaust on it yet. Sure, the M5 test mule has a quad tip exhaust, but the new 5 series chassis was designed to use a dual exhaust setup (pipes exiting each side) from the beginning. The 1 series chassis may need some work done to the rear floor pan to incorporate a quad tip exhaust setup, which may explain why this mule doesn't have it yet. That, or maybe they do want to keep the weight down. I hope that clarifies.
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I can tell you from having quads, this is indeed the case.
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In other words, I think your post has supported my concern over the legitimacy of this new car as an M model. If M gmbh wants to maintain the "brand identity" and distinguish the car from the traditional 128 and 135 lineup (beyond labeling it an iS), then they should incorporate the M quad exhaust. If incorporating this exhaust requires extensive design work to integrate successfully, then the engineers should be running mules with the new plumbing to ensure limited adverse impact when operated in concert with other necessary modifications (ie. suspension setup, wide body kit and the corresponding rubber, ground clearance issues, etc.) Also, when the x5 M and x6 M cars were testing in mule-clad-camo, the high resolution spy pics clearly showed the inclusion of M-like side vents...given the already extreme nature of the fender flares on the mule in question, how difficult would it have been to insert M vents as a nod to those pondering the potential of an M 1 series? I found another thread discussing the Jon Sibal rendering of the 1-series M being touted as evidence of the upcoming M announcement - ironically, the underlying article foreshadowed a 135is in this model iteration followed by the potential of a full blown M when the 1 series is completely redone. http://www.leftlanenews.com/bmw-1-series-m.html I think folks so desperately want to see a 1-series M car (me included) for any number of reasons - back to the core product like the e30 M3 or a less expensive M variant or even a true love of the 1-series further fueled by a more potent version - but I really believe its clouding our judgement. I want to see some dead M give aways or hear something official from the bavarians. |
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I agree that if it doesn't need quads, don't put it on.
Look at that flimsy debacle on the Lexus IS-F, and the flack they've been getting, exactly because of bending over backwards to include quads. Secondly, the latest test mule DOES HAVE fender gills. Look closely, the camo-vinyl is just pasted over them. |
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the exhaust sounds and looks exactly like the performance exhaust
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2. I actually prefer the older models to the new ones and have owned, enjoyed, and/or raced all 3 series m variants so debating my loyalty/appreciation of the brand shouldn't be in question. As I mentioned, I'd be very excited to be proven wrong by BMW confirming the mule as a M derivative. 3. I don't think that M cars need a quad exhaust or fender vents (reference e30 and e36 variants that do more to define M than the later iterations) and I actually agree with YOUR point about the weight issue. My (clearly misinterpreted) point in the prior post was simply that BMW brand managers do care - so without quads or fender vents on the mule, this is likely not going to be BRANDED an M car regardless of performance or upgrades. |
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There's a clear line that shows a square shaped patch over the area where the gills would be. Perhaps this is because of some other reason, but there's also no reason to believe this mule doesn't have gills that are just covered up by this patch. Look closely, you'll see the pattern doesn't quite line up right in that area...
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I don't see it either.
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OK, this is turning into a mix up of front and rear vents....I had the fronts in mind....
Edited to add: I can only assume that "fender vents" or "fender gills" usually refer to those behind the front wheel. No M3 or M5 currently has vents behind the rear wheel by the way.... Last edited by Future M1 owner; 04-25-2010 at 09:22 PM.. |
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I want the M1 to sound AT LEAST this good...(cue it up to the 2:35 mark)
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