Last Stop before Full Unveil - 1M side gills unveiled at Autosport Awards

///Mangler · 12-07-2010, 07:07 AM

First its the quads, then the carbon roof, now the freaking fender vent?? Who the hell pays $50k for a whats probably going to be the best performance car on the road for <$50k, and you guys are whining about cosmetic crap? Go to the Honda/VW/Audi boards and talk cars. We would rather talk performance that matters in, oh what do they call it...yeah "the ultimate driving machine"......You guys remind me of the "cafe racers" at starbucks with their wanna be race bikes that have never taken their butt off the side of the seat to change the COG going through a turn.

This car is about the "performance driving", not the "performing arts".

T

hks786 · 12-07-2010, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by JasonCSU

Why does everyone keep calling it a "fake" vent? It's a crease in the sheet metal intended to accentuate the flared fender. It's a styling cue that is not trying to imitate a vent at all.

To me it's a fake vent because BMW always have side vents like the M3, M5 etc. and have never had a long vertical design like that. It's actually worse because they included the huge chrome side indicator from the M3 which just looks tacky.

Also, if BMW wanted to make wide arches they can do it easily like they done with the M3 coupé. This just looks like a fake vent.

oldschool · 12-07-2010, 07:52 AM

Actually, it's truer to the definition of "dent" than it is to "vent."

sho-one · 12-07-2010, 08:30 AM

functional or not, this car is gonna rock. IMO a fender crease like shown is better than a fake plastic vent that does nothing (i.e. E46M3 & E92M3 side vents). If you don't like how it looks, i totally understand, but you can't knock if for not being functional cause after all it is just a design crease. It already looks 1000% better than the 1-series.

I used to own a E46 M3, that car was pure magic and I should of never sold it. Now that I've sold my S2000 and have a subaru beater for the winter, I've been longing to get another M car. I contemplated getting another E46M or an Z4M coupe because I loved the engine (even though out of warranty service is ridiculously expensive) or a use E92 M3 (love the V8, but the car felt a little too big), so i test drove the 135 and the new Z4IS to get a taste of the dimensions of the 1M and it's engine, and I must say that I'm sold on turbocharging (even though my last two cars rev over 8K). If the 135 didn't look so much like a pig, I'd of bought one. Inside, the car felt just right. Hopefully the 1 M will be more like a modern day E46 M3.

sho-one · 12-07-2010, 08:32 AM

I got my name down on the waiting list at the local dealership, and hopefully will take European Delivery this summer.

Yogijet · 12-07-2010, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by sho-one

I got my name down on the waiting list at the local dealership, and hopefully will take European Delivery this summer.

Congrats already and good luck with that. You know you have to write a report, tho

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sho-one · 12-07-2010, 09:16 AM

lol for sure, I liked the feel of the 135, so this can only be better.

Smokey · 12-07-2010, 09:24 AM

Creased side vents= BIG FAIL-- it's like a hot chick with fake tits

. I don't think I would've been too disappointed, but for the fact that they covered it up like there was something interesting to see there. I like the overall look of the car, but totally despise the fake vents

Racing Teatray · 12-07-2010, 09:32 AM

I can't believe people actually care so much about whether there is or is not an actual vent or not. That's just weird.

marcel b · 12-07-2010, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Woland's Advocate

I can't believe people actually care so much about whether there is or is not an actual vent or not. That's just weird.

+1

Don't get it as well. To me the car looks cool

Smokey · 12-07-2010, 09:48 AM

There's nothing weird about expressing an opinion regarding the aesthetics of the car. There's no doubt that Ms are all about driving dynamics, but they're also about aesthetics. There are certain distinguishing looks about modern Ms and the side vents happen to be one of them. Like I stated in my initial post, I would not have been disappointed about the vents, but for the fact that BMW made it seem like there was something interesting to see there. This is a public forum and people are entitled to express their views. If the vents don't bother you, then fine, but other people have a right to express their opinion-- nothing weird about that.

JasonCSU · 12-07-2010, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Robert

Analogy will be expecting autobots from transformers all year. Parents leaves catalogue of Toy-R-Us open at page of Transformers. Comes Xmas day you found out you got Go-bots

Only if you improve your grades next year you will get real Transformers.

Haha, that gave me a pretty good laugh this morning.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hks786

To me it's a fake vent because BMW always have side vents like the M3, M5 etc. and have never had a long vertical design like that. It's actually worse because they included the huge chrome side indicator from the M3 which just looks tacky.

Also, if BMW wanted to make wide arches they can do it easily like they done with the M3 coupé. This just looks like a fake vent.

Yes, but remember that not all previous M3s and M5s have a cowl vent, only the E46, E9x and E60 models. Instead, I see this as introducing a new styling cue unique to the 1M.

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Originally Posted by Woland's Advocate

I can't believe people actually care so much about whether there is or is not an actual vent or not. That's just weird.

Couldn't agree with you more.

sho-one · 12-07-2010, 09:53 AM

hmm the Z4M didn't have side vents and had a angled crease as well.

M3 Adjuster · 12-07-2010, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Jblack4083

The front fender is underwhelming... Didn't come together as well as I had pictured it.

I know that several of the pre-drive guests mentioned this... the rear quarters are much more of an eye catcher...

M3 Adjuster · 12-07-2010, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Justin(OKC)

yeah...like a metallic henna red.

Yes.. somewhat... University of Texas fans would say.. Burnt Orange...

( i have no dirrect or indirect affiliation or affection for UT btw)

Justin(OKC) · 12-07-2010, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

Yes.. somewhat... University of Texas fans would say.. Burnt Orange...

( i have no dirrect or indirect affiliation or affection for UT btw)

And that is a bit of an issue for me as a Sooner fan

(I do have direct affiliation for OU....LOL) At any rate, my school affiliation will not dictate the car color I get. Can't wait to see this orange in the flesh!!

M3 Adjuster · 12-07-2010, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by hks786

To me it's a fake vent because BMW always have side vents like the M3, M5 etc. and have never had a long vertical design like that. It's actually worse because they included the huge chrome side indicator from the M3 which just looks tacky.

Also, if BMW wanted to make wide arches they can do it easily like they done with the M3 coupé. This just looks like a fake vent.

BMW " Always " have side vents ?

Let's keep in mind they only began using those about 10 years ago....

ypsilon · 12-07-2010, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by esqu1re

I can't tell for sure. Do the side gills have an opening/ air extractor?

no they dont..i have no idea why they did it closed or blinded,because it looks like fake and that car is supposed to be the real m-car with real functional stuff..this fake vents/side gills makes me really disapointed:/

KingOfJericho · 12-07-2010, 10:15 AM

I had a 2006 Lotus Exige with a visible roof scoop that was completely closed and covered with a black sticker and screen. It was flat out embarrassing when someone would compliment me on the cool scoop and I would have to tell them it actually did nothing.

JB135MDCT · 12-07-2010, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Red Bread

Totally cosmetic side "vents"? At least the M3 gets one functional hood vent.

Are the rear vertical vents fake too?

sho-one · 12-07-2010, 10:32 AM

lol no one will mistake the side crease for a vent. At least we won't have that to worry about.

dmboone25 · 12-07-2010, 10:44 AM

I am just ready to see the whole thing. I will reserve judgment until then...

12-07-2010, 07:07 AM	#133
///Mangler Captain 334 Rep 817 Posts Drives: E30 M3 Darth Vader Trackcar Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: SEC iTrader: (1) Garage List 2000 E39 M5 [9.00]	First its the quads, then the carbon roof, now the freaking fender vent?? Who the hell pays $50k for a whats probably going to be the best performance car on the road for <$50k, and you guys are whining about cosmetic crap? Go to the Honda/VW/Audi boards and talk cars. We would rather talk performance that matters in, oh what do they call it...yeah "the ultimate driving machine"......You guys remind me of the "cafe racers" at starbucks with their wanna be race bikes that have never taken their butt off the side of the seat to change the COG going through a turn. This car is about the "performance driving", not the "performing arts". T
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12-07-2010, 07:52 AM	#135
oldschool Enlisted Member 0 Rep 38 Posts Drives: 330i, jcw mini Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: usa iTrader: (0)	Actually, it's truer to the definition of "dent" than it is to "vent."
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12-07-2010, 08:30 AM	#136
sho-one MMA fighter and F1 test driver 18 Rep 362 Posts Drives: Z4///M coupe bulletproof Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: omaha ne iTrader: (4)	functional or not, this car is gonna rock. IMO a fender crease like shown is better than a fake plastic vent that does nothing (i.e. E46M3 & E92M3 side vents). If you don't like how it looks, i totally understand, but you can't knock if for not being functional cause after all it is just a design crease. It already looks 1000% better than the 1-series. I used to own a E46 M3, that car was pure magic and I should of never sold it. Now that I've sold my S2000 and have a subaru beater for the winter, I've been longing to get another M car. I contemplated getting another E46M or an Z4M coupe because I loved the engine (even though out of warranty service is ridiculously expensive) or a use E92 M3 (love the V8, but the car felt a little too big), so i test drove the 135 and the new Z4IS to get a taste of the dimensions of the 1M and it's engine, and I must say that I'm sold on turbocharging (even though my last two cars rev over 8K). If the 135 didn't look so much like a pig, I'd of bought one. Inside, the car felt just right. Hopefully the 1 M will be more like a modern day E46 M3.
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12-07-2010, 08:32 AM	#137
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12-07-2010, 09:16 AM	#139
sho-one MMA fighter and F1 test driver 18 Rep 362 Posts Drives: Z4///M coupe bulletproof Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: omaha ne iTrader: (4)	lol for sure, I liked the feel of the 135, so this can only be better. __________________ NOW:08 M.Coupe SMB #102/248 #1669/1815 :\|MORRVS8\|APEX8\|SS.X-pipe\|SS.PW.Loop\|AFE.intake\|Matte.grill\|short.ant\|Z HP.knob\|interior.LED\|bulletproof 09 Audi Q5 THEN:96Accord\|98Camry\|04TSX SC\|06 M3\|06A4\|05Civic Si\|05Imprezza\|05S2000\|08FJ
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12-07-2010, 09:24 AM	#140
Smokey Lucky Lefty 45 Rep 746 Posts Drives: on twisty roads Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: * iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 BMW M2 Comp [0.00] 2017 Porsche Macan GTS [8.00] 2011 M3 [10.00] 2013 bmw F25 msport [10.00] 2011 335iS [9.60]	Creased side vents= BIG FAIL-- it's like a hot chick with fake tits . I don't think I would've been too disappointed, but for the fact that they covered it up like there was something interesting to see there. I like the overall look of the car, but totally despise the fake vents __________________ The Power of M
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12-07-2010, 09:32 AM	#141
Racing Teatray Lieutenant 218 Rep 492 Posts Drives: BMW 440i GC Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central London iTrader: (0)	I can't believe people actually care so much about whether there is or is not an actual vent or not. That's just weird. __________________ ____________________ Current: Macan GTS Previous: 440i GC, M135i, E60 M5, Z1, 330d, 135i, Alfa 156 GTA, Mercedes 500E, Audi S3, Audi A3 quattro, VW Golf GTI 16v
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12-07-2010, 09:48 AM	#143
Smokey Lucky Lefty 45 Rep 746 Posts Drives: on twisty roads Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: * iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 BMW M2 Comp [0.00] 2017 Porsche Macan GTS [8.00] 2011 M3 [10.00] 2013 bmw F25 msport [10.00] 2011 335iS [9.60]	There's nothing weird about expressing an opinion regarding the aesthetics of the car. There's no doubt that Ms are all about driving dynamics, but they're also about aesthetics. There are certain distinguishing looks about modern Ms and the side vents happen to be one of them. Like I stated in my initial post, I would not have been disappointed about the vents, but for the fact that BMW made it seem like there was something interesting to see there. This is a public forum and people are entitled to express their views. If the vents don't bother you, then fine, but other people have a right to express their opinion-- nothing weird about that. __________________ The Power of M Last edited by Smokey; 12-07-2010 at 09:54 AM..
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sho-one MMA fighter and F1 test driver 18 Rep 362 Posts Drives: Z4///M coupe bulletproof Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: omaha ne iTrader: (4)	hmm the Z4M didn't have side vents and had a angled crease as well. __________________ NOW:08 M.Coupe SMB #102/248 #1669/1815 :\|MORRVS8\|APEX8\|SS.X-pipe\|SS.PW.Loop\|AFE.intake\|Matte.grill\|short.ant\|Z HP.knob\|interior.LED\|bulletproof 09 Audi Q5 THEN:96Accord\|98Camry\|04TSX SC\|06 M3\|06A4\|05Civic Si\|05Imprezza\|05S2000\|08FJ
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12-07-2010, 10:32 AM	#153
sho-one MMA fighter and F1 test driver 18 Rep 362 Posts Drives: Z4///M coupe bulletproof Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: omaha ne iTrader: (4)	lol no one will mistake the side crease for a vent. At least we won't have that to worry about. __________________ NOW:08 M.Coupe SMB #102/248 #1669/1815 :\|MORRVS8\|APEX8\|SS.X-pipe\|SS.PW.Loop\|AFE.intake\|Matte.grill\|short.ant\|Z HP.knob\|interior.LED\|bulletproof 09 Audi Q5 THEN:96Accord\|98Camry\|04TSX SC\|06 M3\|06A4\|05Civic Si\|05Imprezza\|05S2000\|08FJ
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12-07-2010, 10:44 AM	#154
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