sitas3 Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] Be closer to driving the Maybach. [/ QUOTE ] That is the funniest thing I have heard in ages. Have you heard the noise the new M3 makes? Enjoy! [/ QUOTE ] true but it sounds like it is in a room or something with that echo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woppum Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] Be closer to driving the Maybach. [/ QUOTE ] That is the funniest thing I have heard in ages. Have you heard the noise the new M3 makes? Enjoy! [/ QUOTE ] I have and yes it does sound good. But then the CSL with this se up is immense - makes the 430 seem like a bit of a soft touch. I wasnt comparing the noise to the Maybach however. Just saying the M3 looks alot comfier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark88 Posted April 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 I have to say, if these pics are the real deal then it does nothing for me at all looks wise. Interior doesn't look a patch what's offered in the RS4. Seems a bit weird to show a concept car that had a certain wow factor then 4 weeks later to release shots of the production car in some drab maroon color with grey interior. It also looks like it's running with 18"s. My RS4 arrives next week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woppum Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 Re-reading through my posts in this thread and it makes me sound like im dumming down the new M3. Just want to say for the record this is not the case at all. I know it will be great. I am very sure it will be better than the current M3. I am just not certain it will offer the same level of thrill the current CSL offers. After all I never really appreciated the standard E46 M3. Im odd. This car will be immense! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woppum Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 [ QUOTE ] I have to say, if these pics are the real deal then it does nothing for me at all looks wise. Interior doesn't look a patch what's offered in the RS4. Seems a bit weird to show a concept car that had a certain wow factor then 4 weeks later to release shots of the production car in some drab maroon color with grey interior. It also looks like it's running with 18"s. My RS4 arrives next week [/ QUOTE ] Agree about the interior - but you cant tell from those pics, we dont even know if they are real. The outside however looks great IMO, even with those 18's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sitas3 Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 I've been hoping the new M3 won't be better than the current CSL which of course is just wishful thinking. We'll get some real feelings for how good it is when we get some reviews and representative timings from jaunts around the Nordschleife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woppum Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 Exactly. Im looking forward to reading some review, seeing it on Top Gear and hearing what some of the BM3W's think who are trading in their CSL's for the car. There is still a while yet... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliot Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] So is the DSG a definate then? Bit of a shame - makes it even less likly a CSL will arrive... [/ QUOTE ] Think it is to be called ZSG not to sure though, and work along the same lines as DSG [/ QUOTE ] It's official title is 'M DCT Drivelogic' (DCT = Double Clutch Transmission) and it's a 7-speeder. Anticipated production begin: March 2008. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliot Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 OTR Price for standard Coupe is £50,625 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gizze Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 More importantly Elliot.....what's the news on bm3w? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woppum Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 Got this sent through from Feet to me this morning: We are pleased to announce the introduction of the new BMW E92 M3 Coupé to be launched on Saturday 8 September 2007. The car follows the "M3 Concept Car" which was previewed at the International Motorshow in Geneva at the beginning of March. The World premier is scheduled for the IAA Frankfurt Motorshow in September. The production car closely follows the design of the M3 Concept Car and is powered by a new 4.0-litre V8 naturally aspirated high-revving engine. The new BMW M3 Coupé will set the benchmark for the market segment and continue the BMW M3 success story. Launch Date The new BMW M3 Coupé is to be launch in the UK on Saturday 8 September 2007. Model Code and Pricing Model Code Description Basic Price VAT Retail Price OTR Price WD92 M3 Coupé £42,680.85 £7,399.15 £49,680.00 £50,625.00 Technical Data Engine S65 Configuration V8 Capacity 3999cc Torque 400 / 3900rpm Power Output 420hp @ 8300rpm Maximum rpm 8400rpm Transmission Manual 6-speed Dimensions Length 4615mm Height 1804mm Width 1424mm Fuel Tank Capacity 63 ltr Boot Capacity (DIN Method) 430 ltr Performance 0-62 mph 4.8 Maximum Speed 155* Fuel Consumption Urban mpg / ltr/100km 15.8 (17.9) Extra-Urban mpg / ltr/100km 30.7 (9.2) Combined mpg / ltr/100km 22.8 (12.4) C02 Emissions (g/km) 295 Emissions Management EU4 Below is a list of the standard equipment highlights; Technical Compound disc brakes Electric Power Steering (EPS) Four exhaust tailpipes M Double-VANOS M Dynamic mode M Mobility system M Variable differential lock MDrive Manager M-specific suspension setup Exterior 18" light alloy M Double-spoke style 260M with mixed tyres Carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) roof M Exterior body styling comprising: M Aerodynamic front spoiler with oversized brake cooling ducts in place of front fog lights M Aerodynamic rear spoiler with diffuser M Exterior mirrors Powerdome with air intakes Rear spoiler Side gills with integrated indicators and M3 logo Xenon headlights for low and high beam Interior Door sill finishers with M3 designation M Gear stick M Instrument panel comprising 200mph speedometer M-specific instruments Oil temperature display Red needles Variable preliminary warning lights on rev counter M Sport seats with backrest width adjustment and lumbar support M multi-function three-spoke leather steering wheel Navigation system - Professional Exterior Paint The new BMW M3 Coupé comes with metallic or non-metallic paint as standard and has four exclusive metallic paint colours, not available on the rest of the E92 range. These are in addition to the four Series colours: Alpine White (300), Jet Black (668), Sparkling Graphite (A22) and Space Grey (A52) Jerez Black (A73) Melbourne Red (A75) Interlagos Blue (A30) Silverstone II (A29) Upholstery The standard upholstery on the new BMW M3 Coupé is Novillo leather in the following colours: Black (NCSW) Palladium Silver (NCH1) Fox Red (NCH2) Bamboo Beige (NCH3) Extended Novillo leather is available as an upgrade and available in all four colours. Interior Trim The following trims are available exclusively on the new BMW M3 Coupé: Titanium Shadow (771) - Standard Aluminium Shadow (4MX) Black Carbon-structure Leather trim (4MY) Anthracite mirror finish Wood (4MZ) Samples of the paint, upholstery and trims will be sent to Dealerships shortly. Optional Equipment Largely the same range of optional equipment is available for the new BMW M3 Coupé as for the full E92 range. Please see the on-line product library for full details. Exclusive BMW M3 Coupé Options 7-speed M Double Clutch Transmission with Drive logic (M DCT Drivelogic) - anticipated to start production in March 2008 2MT, M double spoke 19” forged and polished style 220M with mixed tyres 223, Electronic Damper Control (EDC) offers the choice of three suspension settings; Comfort, Normal & Sport 326, Rear spoiler, deletion 752, BMW Individual Audio HiFi system. Features a nine-channel amplifier with Digital Sound Processing (DSP). Sixteen high-end loudspeakers (Neodym magnetic drives, hexacone diaphragm), at a total of 825W. DIRAC signal processing enables perfectly timed sound experience in all seats. Insurance Group Rating The new BMW M3 Coupé has been submitted to the ABI for rating. Results are expected in the next couple of months. Vehicle Ordering IVS and SA3 and Kerridge are being updated to include the new BMW M3 Coupé and will be available from Tuesday 10 April. FAMOS will be updated by mid-April. Further details regarding M3 quota will be communicated closer to launch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gareth Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] A double-clutch gearbox might be closer to introduction than first thought, since there will be no sequential-manual gearbox option. [/ QUOTE ] who's turn for the bacon butty this time then?? [/ QUOTE ] would sir like that with HP or Ketchup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gareth Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] I dont think it will do it for me. That pic o the interior confirmed in my head its just too much luxury not enough in your face performance. I will keep my order on as you never know but its looking unlikely. Might keep it to run for a week alongside the CSL if there are good premiums. If someone wants to give me a good offer for 5th at Park Lane I might be swayed. I think its going to between new CSL and GT3 for me. [/ QUOTE ] You're a funny guy Sam If you think fifth place on the delivery list enables you to get a premium you are sadly mistaken...just not going to happen my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashleyadam Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 So where going to see them this year then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gareth Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] Thanks Sam. To be honest though I would want a dsg car, and I bet they don't arrive till spring/summer 08, and you could get a nice premium on that car as soon as all the reviews are raving about it. [/ QUOTE ] tut, tut Guy...I thought better of you The first 6-8 months of supply will only be 6 speed manual gearbox until the BMW version of a twin plated clutch gearbox system is ready for launch. don't forget that if it suffers problems that date could easily move back-and my understanding is that it's already behind schedule..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliot Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 What a miserable colour palette! Mostly monochrome with only the slightest hint at colour (dull red and dark blue) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gareth Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] So where going to see them this year then? [/ QUOTE ] Very possibly late Q3, early Q4 Ashley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gareth Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] OTR Price for standard Coupe is £50,625 [/ QUOTE ] ...as they added Sat Nav professional as standard...a decision taken at the last minute I understand from my man at Bracknell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliot Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] OTR Price for standard Coupe is £50,625 [/ QUOTE ] ...as they added Sat Nav professional as standard...a decision taken at the last minute I understand from my man at Bracknell [/ QUOTE ] Yeah.. with the 8.8" LCD screen. Gotta love how the standard equipment list includes "Steering Column stalks - left and right indicators" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gareth Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] What a miserable colour palette! Mostly monochrome with only the slightest hint at colour (dull red and dark blue) [/ QUOTE ] but better than a M6 however Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashleyadam Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 Nice one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sitas3 Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 nice post Sam with that detail in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiguelMcTyson Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 Just discovered this forum whilst wandering lost without M3 news while BM3W is off-line, this thread has re-juvinated me. I wanted some opinions, I'm 5th on a coupe list but it isn't the most practical car for me, how long after launch will the touring be released and if I took delivery of my coupe reasonably early, could I trade it against the touring without taking too much of a hit? Gareth, you seem to speak the most sense about such things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark88 Posted April 4, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 morning chaps, lots more pics here: http://www.caranddriver.com/carnews/12774/2008-bmw-m3-coupe-more-features-page2.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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