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The M5 F10 engine will be based on the X5/X6 M E70/E71 engine, but not the same. Does it mean redline at 7.500-8.000 rpm, similar to McLaren MP4-12C redline at 8.500 rpm (I know it is not the same kind of cars and not for the same purpose)? By the way, thanks for the direct answers. Last edited by BMW269; 03-14-2010 at 09:19 AM.. |
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And if this car in mid 2011 is intended to compete with Audi and Porsche models that are already 2-4 years old NOW it better be way more impressive than 350hp cuz it ain't like VW Group is sitting around with their billions on dollars and economies of scale development coming from Lamborgini either. Additionally BMW better have a laser focus on keeping the M3 at the top ax well ... Unless this car is the replacement. More questions means why? But then again M owners were furious with the X5/X6 M too and those are just bad to the bone. |
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Why did BMW stop the 3 Series Compact? Is there no market for this car?
Why has BMW decided to call the 5 Series GT (Gran Turismo) F07 so, instead of V5? BMW Gran Turismo and Maserati GranTurismo, have the same name but are quite different. Why is the new "hard-core" M3 called M3 GTS and not M3 CSL, like the previous one? CSL means Coupé Sport Light(weight). What does GTS stand for? Last edited by BMW269; 03-14-2010 at 05:26 PM.. |
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M3 GT Race car. S simply stands for Strasse or Street. Because of it's road car specification. Quote:
As of now certain packages offer the same look with the same engine with only some variants allowing for upgrade via BMW Performance. Similar in concept to the iS cars the Diesels will offer a slightly athletic appearence to identify them. With The M3 it is more complex The front of the car would have to be redesigned and reprofiled to accomodate the updated changes. It is why the E46 M3 did not get updated alongside the regular E46 Coupe purely down to cost reasons. Quote:
Additional variants are purely brought on by marketing demand which is where the GTS comes in , A similar concept in full production instead of limited numbers will not be able to be sustained as some markets would mean the car would unsaleable due to the market cost and that customers would not give up their luxury and comfort. Quote:
The Z4 coupe was simply the Roadster with a fixed hard top as you can see with the launch of the GT car. And the distinguishing design features from the Coupe are plain to see on the iS model. Z4 Coupe E86 was introduced because sales of the E85 were sliding , however sales of the E89 have been exceptional meaning the only Coupe for now will be the Race car . There are no plans as of now currently for a Z4 M. Quote:
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Hi Scott, thanks for answering the questions. I have just one question: there are some 1 series owners-- as well as 3 series owners-- who have experienced hpfp failures, what is bmw engineers doing to ensure that this type of issue doesn't occur with the M1? Thanks.
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How much wider will the 1M/M1 be? Will we finally be able to fit some good wide rubber on there without extensive modification?
Will it have a LSD? Will it have a domed hood ala M3? |
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Do you have any idea when the 1M will be available for order? Will it be import to Canada? Will the carbon fiber hood and trunk match body color? What kind of power figures we might expect? What kind of engine we might expect N54, N55, twin, single turbo? Thanks |
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I have a few simple questions for Scott regarding the 1M and future M3.
1/ There is lots of rumours flying around about whether the 1M will be made. Can you confirm whether the M1 still has a green light or has it been downscaled to a 135iS? 2/ What exactly is different about this engine to the N54 and N55? 3/ You has also been quoted as saying that this engine and the F32 M3 engine share a lot of common ground, in what way? 4/ If it's still going to be released then why was the date put back from Geneva. I hear it wasn't meeting expectations, how exactly, please try to elaborate beyond what is already know, i.e. specific reasons if possible? Thanks ahead of time for your reply. Last edited by footie; 03-15-2010 at 06:03 AM.. |
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Will those of us who wish to keep our current cars be able to swap over some of the 1-M hardware to our cars with ease? (LSD, brakes, roof, eyebag-less bumper, seats, etc).
Also, when will BMW release another "exotic" similar to the Z8? For the past decade we've salivated over the SLR, CLK DTM, SL65 Black Series (and the Black Series in general), and now the SLS... what the heck is the hold up? The last 4 years I was expecting a tuned S85 to be the heart of a mid-engined revival of the original M1 by now, I even would have settled with another tribute to 507... The M1 homage was interesting to see, why did the execs kill that train of thought? Thank you for letting us know what is going on in München, it is refreshing to know that BMW cares enough about its loyal customers to provide us with the scoop on our favorite products. Last edited by 993 911; 03-15-2010 at 02:31 AM.. |
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I sincerely hope I don't appear to be smart or anything but I believe we ALL very much appreciate the answers Scott is kindly responding with.
Every day, I jump onto this forum to hear the latest as I’m sure many others do also. What I mean to say is we may not all say a direct thanks but we sure are thinking it. Regards, Doug. |
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It is said that BMW is working on a "small" BMW CS Concept, so based on the 6 Series F1x to rival the Mercedes CLS and Audi A7, maybe also the Porsche Panamera.
Will it be called 6 GT or 6 CS? "GT" stands for Gran Turismo and what does "CS" stand for? The next 1 Series F2x is also going to have four body variants: 5 door Hatch, 3 door Hatch, Coupé and Convertible. Will the Coupé and Convertible models called 2 Series? Is there a possbility of giving the 1 Series 3 door Hatch another body design, as for example the 5 GT is deferent from the 5 Series Sedan / Touring, and call it 2 Series GT or CS? The purpose for this would be to have the 3 door Hatch more sporty than 5 door Hatch, somehow like what the VW Scirroco is to the VW Golf, as I think the the 5 door Hatch and 3 door Hatch do not have the same clients. The one want a small practical car, and the others a small sporty car, yet not a Coupe. The next M3 is going to be FI. Now the M3 GT2 is based on the M3 including its NA V8 engine. Will the next M3 Motorsport be based on the FI engine, or will the race-car still get another NA engine? Sorry for asking so much. Hope you don't get tired of me. |
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What will the M1 weigh?
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A good question, but I'm not sure one that can be answered (yet). Not only will it depend on equipment, especially if you opt for add'l carbon pieces, but I don't think the car is finished yet. Hence, why we haven't seen any camo'd mules running around, just 135's with parts tacked on.
Maybe a better question would be: "Scott, what number (weight) are the engineers targeting with the M1 coupe?"
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Scott, could you confirm what I am saying about THIS spoted 1 Series F20? I say even if it has an exhaust pipe on each side, it is not a 135i but a 125i. It does not have any I6 but a FI I4 around 250 hp. Can you confirm that the 1 Series F20 biggest engine will be an I4 an it will not have any I6 anymore?
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Hoping for closer to 3000, but I know that's a very high expectation for this chassis.
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We have considered such an idea in the past but when demand is compared with the dreamers it does not justify to spend considerable amounts of money with no return. People may mention the Audi R8 was a respite to this claim , but Audi has considerable use of the VAG parts bin it is a car based on another car using the engine etc from the other car. VAG has the resources for such projects , BMW AG does not. Whilst other manufacturers were investing in such concepts BMW has invested heavily in Efficient dynamics and because of this BMW is the number one Premium manufacturer and automobile manufacturer who has done more to reduce c02 levels on it's products. Our competitors are trying to catch up , But BMW remain far ahead. BMW's focus is on the Project-i Initiative and the premium compact platform that will underline an expansion of 1er based models. Quote:
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All I can say is; I'd be more happy to see a BMW rival to R8 then M1. I will still buy M1 when it is out but bmw not responding to audi in this way is just very sad. Sometimes you don't make money, but build some prestige... For ex: nissan GTR. 2cents
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