Watch the BMW M235i Coupe Hooning For Testing Purposes - 2Addicts | BMW 2-Series forum

Jason · 03-19-2013, 12:22 AM

BIMMERPOST NEWS

Watch the BMW M235i Coupe Hooning For Testing Purposes

44
COMMENTS

OK, it's not truly being hooned, but a M235i coupe prototype is seen doing doughnut patterns in an empty lot as part of its testing. As a result, we get a great live look at all the various angles of the car - a bit like the car being on a rotating auto show display. We also get a good listen at its exhaust and engine sounds.

There is also a brief look at the F22 2 Series Coupe against the F30 3 Series Sedan, for a glance at how they compare in size/shape from the rear.

Production of the M235i coupe begins this November 2013 in the Leipzig plant, for an 8 month first-model-year production run (until June 2014). There will be no 235i model in the US or elsewhere, as the M235i will take its place in the lineup.

The M235i will be joined by the 228i coupe in the US. The 228i coupe will also begin production this November. The production 2 Series will be revealed in the Fall, with its public debut potentially coming at the 2013 Frankfurt auto show in September).

Europe will see additional models, including a 220i, 225i, 218d, 220d and 225d.

An M2 coupe will follow some time later to succeed the 1M coupe, although no prototypes have yet been spotted.

Follow 2 Series news, coverage, and updates @ http://www.bimmerpost.com/2-series/

Some previously posted M235i coupe spy photos:

Name: bmw-2-series-m235i-f22-2.jpg
Views: 12604
Size: 365.1 KB

Name: bmw-2-series-m235i-f22-3.jpg
Views: 12443
Size: 343.3 KB

Name: bmw-2-series-m235i-f22-10.jpg
Views: 12524
Size: 559.2 KB

Name: bmw-2-series-m235i-f22-11.jpg
Views: 12488
Size: 480.3 KB

The BMW M235i will be the very first model of the BMW M Performance cars lineup to come to the North American market. The M235i prototype features shares its wheels, M Sport brakes, and black double exhaust pipes from the M135i. This particular M235i even appears to be painted Estoril Blue II, the launch color for the M135i. A trunk spoiler lip can also be seen clearly, but the rear bumper design is still obscured with very heavy cladding (you can see the raised camouflage panels in the closeup images). We can also see that the 2 Series xenon headlights will feature squared-off angel eyes / corona rings.

The M235i should essentially be a coupe version of the very well received M135i.

For a preview of what to expect from the M235i, the M135i is quoted from 0-62mph (0-100kmh) at 5.1 / 4.9 seconds (manual/auto), but real life tests have already resulted in 0-60 in 4.49 seconds (from Chris Harris review).

Share this story

OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE

Sibling Rivalry: BMW M235i Coupe vs M135i Hatchback

BMW M235i vs Mercedes CLA 250 Sport Visual Comparo

Breaking: BMW M235i Uncovered!

dillbob3124 · 03-19-2013, 03:51 PM

Can I order my M2 now

M3EST · 03-19-2013, 03:58 PM

This size can bring a nice M sportscar.

e92dave · 03-19-2013, 04:06 PM

LED's and dual exhaust. So far so good

Blubaron79 · 03-19-2013, 04:15 PM

Are the dimensions of the M235 going to be bigger than the current 135?

touringfanatic · 03-19-2013, 04:36 PM

Should be nice just hope they get exterior right

Diver · 03-19-2013, 04:54 PM

First cars in the US will probably be January 2014, late December 2013 possibly. I think it is pretty cool that the line will be M235i and no 235i. Probably about $50k-ish.

Rob///M5 · 03-19-2013, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Diver

First cars in the US will probably be January 2014, late December 2013 possibly. I think it is pretty cool that the line will be M235i and no 235i. Probably about $50k-ish.

The M235i badge is cool?

MSPORTWORLD · 03-19-2013, 06:38 PM

Can't wait to see what BMW puts together for the M2

L8*Apex · 03-19-2013, 07:12 PM

Any car testing experts know what kind of information they get from doing slow turn power slides? Curious as to what they are looking for.

Jspeed · 03-19-2013, 07:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by L8*Apex

Any car testing experts know what kind of information they get from doing slow turn power slides? Curious as to what they are looking for.

No expert here, but I was desperately trying to tell whether it has an LSD! Unfortunately, it never did a complete donut for me to tell...

Vitruvian · 03-19-2013, 07:47 PM

There's just something about the 2 series that's really exciting. Haven't felt this way about a BMW release in years.

Franz · 03-19-2013, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vitruvian

There's just something about the 2 series that's really exciting. Haven't felt this way about a BMW release in years.

Same here

ynotony · 03-19-2013, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vitruvian

There's just something about the 2 series that's really exciting. Haven't felt this way about a BMW release in years.

More then the original 1 series coupe launch? That was truly exciting because BMW hadn't had a small/light car for awhile. The 2 series coupe is not ground breaking or anything, it's just the new 1 series coupe.

The 2 series GC on the other hand... I'm really excited for that if it exists.

red-sauerkraut · 03-19-2013, 09:16 PM

Yeah the 2er GC is exciting for sure.

Savage93R17 · 03-19-2013, 09:38 PM

I'm confused what's going on with the new 2 and 4 series cars, are they just the M versions of the 1 and 3 and no more M3 or they just trying to the 1/3 x28i and 2/4 x35i or they just tryin to make too many cars to sell? Anybody got a real good idea yet or everything still speculations?

Evice · 03-19-2013, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Savage93R17

I'm confused what's going on with the new 2 and 4 series cars, are they just the M versions of the 1 and 3 and no more M3 or they just trying to the 1/3 x28i and 2/4 x35i or they just tryin to make too many cars to sell? Anybody got a real good idea yet or everything still speculations?

No 1 series in US. 2 series is the new model of old 1 series, just coupe, 3 series is sedan. 4 series coupe.

M3_WC · 03-19-2013, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vitruvian

There's just something about the 2 series that's really exciting. Haven't felt this way about a BMW release in years.

Same here, the M235i and M2 sound very interesting. None of the recent BMW's peak my interest in the slightest.

B Merk · 03-19-2013, 10:31 PM

Place your bets ladies and gentleman..4 or 6 cylinder for the M2

alpine92m3 · 03-19-2013, 10:41 PM

What a waste of time . Why are they making 1.2.3.4.5.6.7 series

Stratus650 · 03-19-2013, 11:05 PM

Looking at the speed of wheel turns from left to right, i should say this car is equipped with Active steering, which im not a big fan of for a sporty car

hyperboost · 03-19-2013, 11:22 PM

BMW is certainly making itself busy....

03-19-2013, 12:22 AM	#1
Jason Administrator Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IoT Posts: 13,912 iTrader: (0)	Watch the BMW M235i Coupe Hooning For Testing Purposes BIMMERPOST NEWS Watch the BMW M235i Coupe Hooning For Testing Purposes 44 COMMENTS Tweet OK, it's not truly being hooned, but a M235i coupe prototype is seen doing doughnut patterns in an empty lot as part of its testing. As a result, we get a great live look at all the various angles of the car - a bit like the car being on a rotating auto show display. We also get a good listen at its exhaust and engine sounds. There is also a brief look at the F22 2 Series Coupe against the F30 3 Series Sedan, for a glance at how they compare in size/shape from the rear. Production of the M235i coupe begins this November 2013 in the Leipzig plant, for an 8 month first-model-year production run (until June 2014). There will be no 235i model in the US or elsewhere, as the M235i will take its place in the lineup. The M235i will be joined by the 228i coupe in the US. The 228i coupe will also begin production this November. The production 2 Series will be revealed in the Fall, with its public debut potentially coming at the 2013 Frankfurt auto show in September). Europe will see additional models, including a 220i, 225i, 218d, 220d and 225d. An M2 coupe will follow some time later to succeed the 1M coupe, although no prototypes have yet been spotted. Follow 2 Series news, coverage, and updates @ http://www.bimmerpost.com/2-series/ Some previously posted M235i coupe spy photos: The BMW M235i will be the very first model of the BMW M Performance cars lineup to come to the North American market. The M235i prototype features shares its wheels, M Sport brakes, and black double exhaust pipes from the M135i. This particular M235i even appears to be painted Estoril Blue II, the launch color for the M135i. A trunk spoiler lip can also be seen clearly, but the rear bumper design is still obscured with very heavy cladding (you can see the raised camouflage panels in the closeup images). We can also see that the 2 Series xenon headlights will feature squared-off angel eyes / corona rings. The M235i should essentially be a coupe version of the very well received M135i. For a preview of what to expect from the M235i, the M135i is quoted from 0-62mph (0-100kmh) at 5.1 / 4.9 seconds (manual/auto), but real life tests have already resulted in 0-60 in 4.49 seconds (from Chris Harris review). Share this story OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE Sibling Rivalry: BMW M235i Coupe vs M135i Hatchback BMW M235i vs Mercedes CLA 250 Sport Visual Comparo Breaking: BMW M235i Uncovered!
	Tweet

03-19-2013, 03:58 PM	#3
M3EST Rear wheel drive fanatic Drives: M3 E30-1M Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Greece & Germany Posts: 596 iTrader: (1) Garage List 1987 BMW M3 [0.00] 2011 BMW 1M [0.00]	This size can bring a nice M sportscar. __________________ www.speedandstyle.gr

03-19-2013, 04:15 PM	#5
Blubaron79 Major Drives: '09 335 XDrive Coupe Join Date: May 2009 Location: PA Posts: 1,360 iTrader: (0)	Are the dimensions of the M235 going to be bigger than the current 135? __________________ '09 E92: Space Grey, Black Leather, Alum. Trim, XDrive, Premium, Sport, Nav, Sirius, Logic 7, CA, 18'', iPod, Cold, PPK.

03-19-2013, 04:54 PM	#7
Diver Colonel Drives: Black '12 135i DCT PPK Msport Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 2,029 iTrader: (0)	First cars in the US will probably be January 2014, late December 2013 possibly. I think it is pretty cool that the line will be M235i and no 235i. Probably about $50k-ish. __________________ See my photography at http://ronscubadiver.wordpress.com

03-19-2013, 06:38 PM	#9
MSPORTWORLD Major Drives: '11 M3 MW/FR - '12 M3 FO/SC Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,095 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 Ford F-150 Eco ... [0.00] 2011 BMW S1000RR [0.00] 2011 BMW E92 M3 [0.00] 2012 BMW E92 M3 [0.00]	Can't wait to see what BMW puts together for the M2 __________________ http://www.msportworld.com MSPORTWORLD YouTube Channel

03-19-2013, 03:51 PM	#2
dillbob3124 New Member Drives: 330ci Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 27 iTrader: (0)	Can I order my M2 now

03-19-2013, 04:06 PM	#4
e92dave Enlisted Member Drives: 08' e92 335i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: boston, ma Posts: 47 iTrader: (0)	LED's and dual exhaust. So far so good

03-19-2013, 04:36 PM	#6
touringfanatic New Member Drives: bmw 5er f11 Touring Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Belgrade,Serbia Posts: 22 iTrader: (0)	Should be nice just hope they get exterior right

03-19-2013, 07:12 PM	#10
L8*Apex Private First Class Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: May 2011 Location: Arizona Posts: 125 iTrader: (0)	Any car testing experts know what kind of information they get from doing slow turn power slides? Curious as to what they are looking for.

03-19-2013, 07:47 PM	#12
Vitruvian New Member Drives: 2011 E92 335i xDrive Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 5 iTrader: (0)	There's just something about the 2 series that's really exciting. Haven't felt this way about a BMW release in years.

03-19-2013, 09:16 PM	#15
red-sauerkraut . Drives: m-car / x-car Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: northern hemisphere Posts: 2,745 iTrader: (0)	Yeah the 2er GC is exciting for sure. __________________ Joy

03-19-2013, 09:38 PM	#16
Savage93R17 Private Drives: '08 335i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 93 iTrader: (0)	I'm confused what's going on with the new 2 and 4 series cars, are they just the M versions of the 1 and 3 and no more M3 or they just trying to the 1/3 x28i and 2/4 x35i or they just tryin to make too many cars to sell? Anybody got a real good idea yet or everything still speculations? __________________ 2008 Montego Blue e90 335i -- AFE Exhaust, BMS Dual Intake

03-19-2013, 10:31 PM	#19
B Merk New Member Drives: E34 525i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Woodland Hills, CA Posts: 8 iTrader: (0)	Place your bets ladies and gentleman..4 or 6 cylinder for the M2

03-19-2013, 10:41 PM	#20
alpine92m3 if you want peace,prepare for war Drives: alpine white.. Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: pa Posts: 211 iTrader: (0)	What a waste of time . Why are they making 1.2.3.4.5.6.7 series

03-19-2013, 11:05 PM	#21
Stratus650 Second Lieutenant Drives: 1er M Coupe Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Dubai Posts: 259 iTrader: (0)	Looking at the speed of wheel turns from left to right, i should say this car is equipped with Active steering, which im not a big fan of for a sporty car

03-19-2013, 11:22 PM	#22
hyperboost Second Lieutenant Drives: M3, 535XI Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 242 iTrader: (0)	BMW is certainly making itself busy.... __________________ F10 535XI Msport AW - DD\|E92 M3 MR exported to China \|E93 M3 AW sold \|E46 M3 IR ESS SC'ed with loads of mods\|E46 M3 TiAg Track weapon Moton CS suspention - sold\|Bentley Continental Mulliner package - sold\|87 944 NA winter beater - gone\|E39 540iA - sold\|10 Cayman\|04 G35 Turbo'ed 380rwhp\|03 350Z SC'ed\|11 Mustang GT SC'ed 513rwhp - sold\|AW SC'ed Unicorn - gone

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search