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ozinaldo · 12-26-2012, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark's M

As pointed out a couple of posts above, most of the renders are awful. This one isn't. If the M2, as Scott26 aludes, is close to this....it's going to be a long, long wait!!

Agreed. This one gives hope!

vladberca · 12-26-2012, 05:31 PM

I'm sure the future M2 will be the most successful M model from the entire existing lineup

aajami · 12-26-2012, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chriscecc914

http://www.caranddriver.com/news/201...-detailed-news

December 2012
BY JENS MEINERS

What It Is: The M2 will be available only in coupe form; there are no plans for another body style.

Powertrains: Power likely will come from an upgraded version of BMW's twin-turbo N54 3.0-liter straight-six; an extra-powerful single-turbo N55 3.0-liter straight-six also is a possibility.

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1) I thought Scott has said that there will be an M2 Gran Coupe as well.

2) I thought Scott has said that the M2 will be an I4 turbo.

StealYourFace · 12-26-2012, 06:20 PM

Me likey

Although I hate that the euro flat front crash standards have dictated a higher hood and therefor a higher door/and shorter green house in the newer bimmers.

And wtf does telematics mean?

antzcrashing · 12-26-2012, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blacknbean

n54 M2? do want!

+1

Jonjt · 12-26-2012, 08:27 PM

Not a fan of current styling trends so, I'm not confident that this car will look good. However, if the M2 comes with a modified version of the N55 (far more likely than a modified version of the N54, IMO), this car could be incredible.

red-sauerkraut · 12-26-2012, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StealYourFace

Me likey

Although I hate that the euro flat front crash standards have dictated a higher hood and therefor a higher door/and shorter green house in the newer bimmers.

And wtf does telematics mean?

Yeah the windshield is weird looking now. Will take some getting use to.

red-sauerkraut · 12-26-2012, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonjt

...IF the M2 comes with a modified version of the N55 (far more likely than a modified version of the N54, IMO), this car could be incredible.

Needs two turbos IMO, or a larger one.

Teemo Panda · 12-26-2012, 08:54 PM

what is the roughly price point for this car?

Thanks!

Venom · 12-26-2012, 08:55 PM

definitely impressed with this render! keep em coming!

KevinM · 12-26-2012, 09:00 PM

The only bad thing I can find about this car is the wait!

I have been buying BMWs since 1998 and M cars since 2004. I consider myself a hard-core BMW and M fan but have not been too excited about recent offerings, including the M X5/X6 and F10 M5/F12 M6 (although I confess the M6 GC looks great). I liked the E9X M well enough but it wasn't special enough to replace my E39 M5 (after over 8 years of ownership, I'm never giving it up!). The E86 M coupe pushed the right buttons for me, leading to my most recent M purchase.

The 1 M was the first new BMW I was genuinely excited about since the E86 M Coupe. Manual only, limited frills, all performance. Extended drives (my friend ownes one) of the 1 M found that it lived up to all my expectations. I have VERY high hopes for the M2. The combination of longer development time and much greater production numbers vs. the 1 M will ensure this car is a "game-changer."

Diver · 12-26-2012, 10:28 PM

Whatever it is, this account does not seem to match up with any previous information which indicates the M2 will be powered by a high boost 4 cylinder. If I knew the future, I would not be here.

afengran · 12-26-2012, 10:48 PM

looking forward to this better looking 1M. 2015 is such a long time to wait.

AMR · 12-26-2012, 10:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark's M

As pointed out a couple of posts above, most of the renders are awful. This one isn't. If the M2, as Scott26 aludes, is close to this....it's going to be a long, long wait!!

YUM, YUM, YUMMMMMMMY! I missed out on the 1M, and price on a used one is crazy... if this comes true....

speedfan · 12-26-2012, 11:01 PM

I hope the M2 doesn't look like the hunchback e82 1series M coupe.

bdoooh · 12-26-2012, 11:23 PM

I hope the M2 pricing is around what the 1M pricing was.. My 2012 135i lease is due to be up in Feb. of 2015.. If the M2 looks good & price is right.. I may have to jump into an M2 instead of buying out the 135..

tizzyd · 12-26-2012, 11:51 PM

i'll bet big money the car will have an uprated N20 for lightness....

Mark's M · 12-26-2012, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aajami

1) I thought Scott has said that there will be an M2 Gran Coupe as well.

2) I thought Scott has said that the M2 will be an I4 turbo.

Oh you M3 people are all so silly lol !!! We're only rootin' for the 2 door version. And it won't have 4 cylinders btw. Going to join us my friend???

Marioalex24 · 12-27-2012, 12:00 AM

The M2 is a car that I might be really interested if it comes out right. The other car I was leaning towards was a jcw coupe. I liked my E46 M3 so much that I would like to find something small and nibbled like it. These new cars are getting too large and computer controlled. I understand the concept behind all the saftey.

Beside the E30, my era was the E46. So for me that was the best M car, well for me. But when the 1M came out I fell in loved and missed out as I had currently own the E92 M3. But with the prices so high on a used one because it so limited. I'm hoping the M2 is also built on the same spirit or platform as the 1M pure enjoyment and fun. Not about lap times but about good handling and yet once in awhile letting the rear end out. Also being light and small.

That's why I was looking into a jcw coupe because its small, especially because it's a coupe and lots of fun, not fast by any means but very fun at the track, as I have experience on my current mini. But I'm willing to wait for the M2.

klammer · 12-27-2012, 12:24 AM

1m's will be cheap when this comes out, and yes, I want one

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pkim1079 · 12-27-2012, 12:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 宝马.e90

Awful render. Could've used more creativity in trying to at least make it look plausible even if it is just a render. F10 M5 bits? Come on now...

its C/D - did you expect anything more? haha. But looking at how great these new models look, I'm sure it will looks awesome. THIS is my next car.

Nang Vann · 12-27-2012, 12:35 AM

Whoa! What a beast!

12-26-2012, 06:20 PM	#26
StealYourFace Lieutenant Drives: 2006 330i sport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Shakedown Street, Buffalo NY Posts: 479 iTrader: (1)	Me likey Although I hate that the euro flat front crash standards have dictated a higher hood and therefor a higher door/and shorter green house in the newer bimmers. And wtf does telematics mean? __________________ 330i ~ BMW Perf. Susp. ~ M3 Front Control Arms ~ BMW Perf Exhaust ~ 3.38 lsd ~ 230s ~ Pilot Super Sports

12-26-2012, 08:55 PM	#32
Venom Major Drives: Teg DC2 + E82 135i Join Date: May 2011 Location: Easy Bay, CA Posts: 1,463 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [4.25]	definitely impressed with this render! keep em coming! __________________ - Thanks MGallop! Widebody 135i Powered by: Wagner-Tuning & VMR Wheels TheSt\|G - "And if you think the 1M got the N54 for any reason other than to keep it slower/cheaper than the M3 you are delusional."

12-26-2012, 09:00 PM	#33
KevinM Private First Class Drives: 2002 E39 M5; 2007 E86 M Coupe Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Tucson Posts: 157 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2002 E39 M5 [0.00] 2007 E86 M coupe [0.00]	The only bad thing I can find about this car is the wait! I have been buying BMWs since 1998 and M cars since 2004. I consider myself a hard-core BMW and M fan but have not been too excited about recent offerings, including the M X5/X6 and F10 M5/F12 M6 (although I confess the M6 GC looks great). I liked the E9X M well enough but it wasn't special enough to replace my E39 M5 (after over 8 years of ownership, I'm never giving it up!). The E86 M coupe pushed the right buttons for me, leading to my most recent M purchase. The 1 M was the first new BMW I was genuinely excited about since the E86 M Coupe. Manual only, limited frills, all performance. Extended drives (my friend ownes one) of the 1 M found that it lived up to all my expectations. I have VERY high hopes for the M2. The combination of longer development time and much greater production numbers vs. the 1 M will ensure this car is a "game-changer." __________________ Kevin 2002 E39 M5 Sterling Gray/Caramel 2007 E86 Z4M Coupe Silver Gray/Black 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 320 (hauler...) Too many kids' cars

12-26-2012, 10:28 PM	#34
Diver Colonel Drives: Black '12 135i DCT PPK Msport Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 2,030 iTrader: (0)	Whatever it is, this account does not seem to match up with any previous information which indicates the M2 will be powered by a high boost 4 cylinder. If I knew the future, I would not be here. __________________ See my photography at http://ronscubadiver.wordpress.com

12-26-2012, 11:01 PM	#37
speedfan Major Drives: BMW Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: HCM City Posts: 1,092 iTrader: (2)	I hope the M2 doesn't look like the hunchback e82 1series M coupe. __________________ My e90 Frozen Grey. Dry CF Roof. Vorsteiner Double Sided CF Boot Lid. OSS. BMW Performance Aero Kit. BMW Performance CF Diffuser Cover. BMW Performance CF Trim. Robson Design Steering Wheel. Advan RS. Michelin PSS. H&R Touring Cup Kit. BMW Performance Brakes. Eisenmann Race Rear Muffler. ESS Directflash

12-26-2012, 05:31 PM	#24
vladberca Colonel Drives: '09 jetta tsi 6mt Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Craiova Posts: 2,815 iTrader: (0)	I'm sure the future M2 will be the most successful M model from the entire existing lineup

12-26-2012, 08:27 PM	#28
Jonjt Second Lieutenant Drives: 09 E92 335i M-sport Join Date: May 2012 Location: USA Posts: 286 iTrader: (0)	Not a fan of current styling trends so, I'm not confident that this car will look good. However, if the M2 comes with a modified version of the N55 (far more likely than a modified version of the N54, IMO), this car could be incredible.

12-26-2012, 08:54 PM	#31
Teemo Panda * A BLUE PANDIAN SMURF * ♠ Drives: BMW X3, X5 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New Jersey (NJ) Posts: 645 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X3 [5.00]	what is the roughly price point for this car? Thanks!

12-26-2012, 10:48 PM	#35
afengran Registered Drives: F20 118i sport Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: China Posts: 3 iTrader: (0)	looking forward to this better looking 1M. 2015 is such a long time to wait.

12-26-2012, 11:23 PM	#38
bdoooh First Lieutenant Drives: '12 BMW 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 370 iTrader: (0)	I hope the M2 pricing is around what the 1M pricing was.. My 2012 135i lease is due to be up in Feb. of 2015.. If the M2 looks good & price is right.. I may have to jump into an M2 instead of buying out the 135.. __________________ 2012 Jet Black 135i M-Sport

12-26-2012, 11:51 PM	#39
tizzyd Lieutenant Drives: 2011 E92 335i 6MT M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 458 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335i Coupe [4.25]	i'll bet big money the car will have an uprated N20 for lightness.... __________________ Current: 2011 335i Coupe, AW/Saddle, 6MT M-Sport. Mods: BMW Perf. Exhaust, BMW Perf. Power Kit, 19" BMW Performance Style 269 w/ Michelin PSS, painted reflectors, Tint (35% Front, 20% Rear) Ex: 2008 E92 328xi Black Saph./Coral Red 6MT ZSP ZPP

12-27-2012, 12:00 AM	#41
Marioalex24 First Lieutenant Drives: E46 M3 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 322 iTrader: (0)	The M2 is a car that I might be really interested if it comes out right. The other car I was leaning towards was a jcw coupe. I liked my E46 M3 so much that I would like to find something small and nibbled like it. These new cars are getting too large and computer controlled. I understand the concept behind all the saftey. Beside the E30, my era was the E46. So for me that was the best M car, well for me. But when the 1M came out I fell in loved and missed out as I had currently own the E92 M3. But with the prices so high on a used one because it so limited. I'm hoping the M2 is also built on the same spirit or platform as the 1M pure enjoyment and fun. Not about lap times but about good handling and yet once in awhile letting the rear end out. Also being light and small. That's why I was looking into a jcw coupe because its small, especially because it's a coupe and lots of fun, not fast by any means but very fun at the track, as I have experience on my current mini. But I'm willing to wait for the M2. __________________ 1. 2008 Mini Cooper S (sold) 2. 2011 E92 M3 (sold) 3. 2002 E46 M3 (sold) 4. 2002 E46 325i (gave it to mom) 5. 2010 E92 M3 (own)

12-27-2012, 12:24 AM	#42
klammer Colonel Drives: 11 spc gry m3 e90, 07 X5 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: chicago Posts: 2,726 iTrader: (0)	1m's will be cheap when this comes out, and yes, I want one : __________________ mods: akra evo, dinan 3.45 diff, ess akra tune, dinan stg.3, Alcon bbk, HRE P40

12-27-2012, 12:35 AM	#44
Nang Vann Major Drives: E46 M3, R35 GT-R Join Date: May 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 1,081 iTrader: (0)	Whoa! What a beast! __________________ Moving on up!

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