Topic: The new M3?

[Ultra]

A great looking chop!



According to C&D:







Seen here driving on the German Nürburgring is the first prototype of BMW's much anticipated M3.  These photos confirm our original report (see story) of a 4 door M3 being brought back into the model range since the E36 platform.  We also reported the M3 would receive a V8 engine.  If you look closely at the hood you'll notice the entire center has been sectioned out and replaced with a specially fabricated cover.  It cannot be determined from these photos if the cover is steel or another material, however, it is clear that the purpose of this modification is to compensate for a larger engine.  Other indicators of this prototype's intentions can be seen in the massive cross-drilled front and rear brake rotors as well as dual split exhaust pipes carefully hidden under the rear bumper fascia.  Unfortunately this prototype is not having a full dress rehearsal since M3 styled front and rear fascias are absent as standard 3 Series bumpers take their place.

[Stephen M]

The first blue pic looks quite nice. The red one...not so much. Something's just sort of off with the proportions, and perhaps the door shut line. I blame european pedestrian crash compliance for the inelegant hood. Of course, the black car being test-track'd looks rather nice.

In conclusion, I'll have to wait to see it in person before deciding how much to lament the fact that I can't have one.

-Stephen M