[JustChris]

Originally Posted by 135

The only ///M car I would buy.
I'll be waiting patiently for it - however long it takes.

I feel the same now. Months back I said if BMW made this I would try to get it. I'm in!

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by PackPride85

Even if it was electric as hinted by the edrive comment?

It's not electric dude. There will most likely be an advanced zero lag e turbo within the drive train.

[135]

Originally Posted by PackPride85

Even if it was electric as hinted by the edrive comment?

If you're referring the comment below by SCOTT26, it can sometimes be difficult to interpret his comments so my original thoughts were that it was not in reference to an M2 CSL but rather the 3.0 CSL Hommage, especially considering the inspiration that was derived from the E9 CSL and the parallels that were drawn between the Hommage and the E9 CSL.

Now, if it was in reference to an M2 CSL, then all hope is definitely not lost. Look at what is achievable with electric/hybrid technology, e.g. Porsche 918. Put some similar, and economically relative, technology into an M2 CSL and, yes, I would still buy one. I think the key phrases were, "Motorsport innovation" and "a variation of eDrive to enhance performance".

Perhaps SCOTT26 can clarify what his comments were in reference to.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

You are about to witness a new radical side of BMW M. But using the same philosophy as used within the E9 CSL series. The adaptation of Motorsport innovation for the road but this time its a much larger player field in terms of what innovation means today.
That means a variation of an eDrive drivetrain designed to enhance performance whilst also showcasing sustainability.

[Artemis]

This render of the M2 rear part by forum fellow jcrb might be more realistic.

[SCOTT26]

Originally Posted by 135

If you're referring the comment below by SCOTT26, it can sometimes be difficult to interpret his comments so my original thoughts were that it was not in reference to an M2 CSL but rather the 3.0 CSL Hommage, especially considering the inspiration that was derived from the E9 CSL and the parallels that were drawn between the Hommage and the E9 CSL.

Now, if it was in reference to an M2 CSL, then all hope is definitely not lost. Look at what is achievable with electric/hybrid technology, e.g. Porsche 918. Put some similar, and economically relative, technology into an M2 CSL and, yes, I would still buy one. I think the key phrases were, "Motorsport innovation" and "a variation of eDrive to enhance performance".

Perhaps SCOTT26 can clarify what his comments were in reference to.

What I meant was that back in history the CSL E9 brought its Motorsport innovation to the road. It parallels with what M are going to do to enhance the more hardcore M versions from the standard cars.
Today in general the innovation field has increased immensely as is the ever important journey to enhance performance but increase sustainability.
We are at the time where an M car with eDrive is inevitable. It won't be the M2 but an M car using some form of sustainable technology is coming.

[135]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

You are about to witness a new radical side of BMW M. But using the same philosophy as used within the E9 CSL series. The adaptation of Motorsport innovation for the road but this time its a much larger player field in terms of what innovation means today.
That means a variation of an eDrive drivetrain designed to enhance performance whilst also showcasing sustainability.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

What I meant was that back in history the CSL E9 brought its Motorsport innovation to the road. It parallels with what M are going to do to enhance the more hardcore M versions from the standard cars.
Today in general the innovation field has increased immensely as is the ever important journey to enhance performance but increase sustainability.
We are at the time where an M car with eDrive is inevitable. It won't be the M2 but an M car using some form of sustainable technology is coming.

Thanks SCOTT26, although, I'm not sure if I need to further read between the lines. So, does that mean eDrive won't be in the M2 but eDrive could/will be in the M2 CSL?

[135]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

Check out those carbon fibre front & rear splitters/diffusers, side skirts (including around the exhaust outlet), rear wing, bonnet/hood, roof and trim!

[Bamowe]

Not even belonging to the topic M2, but wow ... thats an 3.0 CSL homage.

[W///]

Originally Posted by Bamowe

Not even belonging to the topic M2, but wow ... thats an 3.0 CSL homage.

Ummm yes please. That looks better than the actual Hommage car

[SCOTT26]

New Rendering.
The wheels are interesting... Everything else not so.

[gtaM2]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

New Rendering.
The wheels are interesting... Everything else not so.

so by "interesting" you mean "correct"..now time to go through more of your posts to look for the word "interesting"

[Hazey82]

Oh look it's a m235i with M4 wheels

[Adem1534]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

New Rendering.
The wheels are interesting... Everything else not so.

Well..

How's this?

[Artemis]

Get it the M4 rear view mirrors and paint it in the hope-you-like-it blue, Adem1534.

[Adem1534]

Originally Posted by Artemis

Get it the M4 rear view mirrors and paint it in the hope-you-like-it blue, Adem1534.

Done

[Dackelone]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

...We are at the time where an M car with eDrive is inevitable. It won't be the M2 but an M car using some form of sustainable technology is coming.

THAT would be the upcoming G30 M5.

[fuddman]

Originally Posted by Dackelone

THAT would be the upcoming G30 M5.

How do you figure? The G30 M5 has a 4.4l V8. The V8, any V8, is "contra" sustainable technology, i.e., it sucks a lot of gas.
When you get right down to it, the term "Sustainable Technology", has no meaning. Instead, it's a euphemism for an obsequious subservience to emission standards.

[Artemis]

Adem1534, take a look at two details of the X40 M40i.

1. The mini fangs: "The stretched, powerful lines of this Sports Activity Coupe are further emphasized in the new BMW X4 M40i with selectively applied Ferric Gray metallic accents, that clearly sets this vehicle apart from the other BMW X4 models. For example, the exterior mirrors as well as the vertical slats of the famous BMW kidney grille are painted in exclusive Ferric Gray metallic. The same color also adorns the new aero design element in the large air intakes located on the far outer edges of the front apron." (source).



2. The location of the reflectors: horizontally right under the upper line



Compare with the M3/M4: horizontally right under the upper line



As well as with the X5 M and X6 M: vertically right next to the side line

[SW19]

Originally Posted by Artemis

Adem1534, take a look at two details of the X40 M40i.

1. The mini fangs: "The stretched, powerful lines of this Sports Activity Coupe are further emphasized in the new BMW X4 M40i with selectively applied Ferric Gray metallic accents, that clearly sets this vehicle apart from the other BMW X4 models. For example, the exterior mirrors as well as the vertical slats of the famous BMW kidney grille are painted in exclusive Ferric Gray metallic. The same color also adorns the new aero design element in the large air intakes located on the far outer edges of the front apron." (source).

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2. The location of the reflectors: horizontally right under the upper line

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Compare with the M3/M4: horizontally right under the upper line



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As well as with the X5 M and X6 M: vertically right next to the side line

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Yes,Scott26 already confirmed that the rear reflectors on the M2 would be in a similar location on the bumper,where they are on the M3 and M4.

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by Nantucket

Yes,Scott26 already confirmed that the rear reflectors on the M2 would be in a similar location on the bumper,where they are on the M3 and M4.

I remember that. It's just that it looks that the upper line (with reflectors featuring under it) is higher on the M2 than on the M3/M4.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

I do not think the reflectors are positioned there because the X5M and X6M are much taller therefore they need them to be viewed easily. M2 of course will be much lower.

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

Yes I have explained that X5M and X6M are much taller vehicles therefore the reflectors would not be seen at normal road height which is why they are placed vertically at each side of the bumper and much larger.

[SW19]

Originally Posted by Artemis

I remember that. It's just that it looks that the upper line (with reflectors featuring under it) is higher on the M2 than on the M3/M4.

Artemis, you're like an Encyclopedia,in how quickly you can show info that has already been posted on the forum.

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by Nantucket

Artemis,your like an Encyclopedia,in how quickly you can show info that has already been posted on the forum.

Hm, save that predicate for Dackelone The Architect.