New M3 Convertible
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Seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT) with DRIVELOGIC
We can also announce the introduction of seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT) with DRIVELOGIC. This class-leading BMW M transmission provides the BMW M3 with a decisive advantage over its competitors through its provision of uninterrupted power delivery when shifting from one gear to another. This engineering innovation from BMW M has been achieved by combining the function of two gearboxes into one unit. M DCT employs two clutch packs which, for the first time in a car in this class, allow the process of disengaging one gear and engaging another to overlap.
We can also announce the introduction of seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT) with DRIVELOGIC. This class-leading BMW M transmission provides the BMW M3 with a decisive advantage over its competitors through its provision of uninterrupted power delivery when shifting from one gear to another. This engineering innovation from BMW M has been achieved by combining the function of two gearboxes into one unit. M DCT employs two clutch packs which, for the first time in a car in this class, allow the process of disengaging one gear and engaging another to overlap.
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Personally I think it looks awful.
How messy does that roof look?
Not a fan of the shape anyway. Back end looks distorted and lifts at the rear.
The E46 is a much more classic shape.
How messy does that roof look?
Not a fan of the shape anyway. Back end looks distorted and lifts at the rear.
The E46 is a much more classic shape.
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maria Hmmmm it might grow on me in a few year time but I do agree with Pon's comment about the roof & back.
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Originally Posted by carlo
We havent ordered any yet but prefer the E46 cab..The boot space isnt up to much either its too busy hiding the roof
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They've lost the plot
50k for a performance saloon car - why not buy a proper sports car that delivers more performance. I doubt that would hold a candle to something like a Cayman-S in the real world on a real road.
And its FUGLY compared to the last one!
50k for a performance saloon car - why not buy a proper sports car that delivers more performance. I doubt that would hold a candle to something like a Cayman-S in the real world on a real road.
And its FUGLY compared to the last one!
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i didnt know they did a metal roofed convertible 3 series until yesterday, when i saw what i thought was anew 3 series coupe, but it had join marks like the M3 above so must have been (wasnt an M3 though)
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Not keen on those photos... seen some others where it looked alot better.
Will definately be considering either one of these or the new GTR....
I LOVE convertables...
Will definately be considering either one of these or the new GTR....
I LOVE convertables...
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Originally Posted by Graceland
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Yet another perfectly good M car ruined by the guys in marketing!
Do not see the point in an M3 or M6 convertible. Also hate 911 turbo convertibles as well for the record!
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Do not see the point in an M3 or M6 convertible. Also hate 911 turbo convertibles as well for the record!
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I really like the e90 m3 but it is too similar to all the bread and butter 3 series. the e46 m3 looked noticeably different to the rest of the range
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Originally Posted by JjCoDeX75
Yet another perfectly good M car ruined by the guys in marketing!
Do not see the point in an M3 or M6 convertible. Also hate 911 turbo convertibles as well for the record!
JJ
Do not see the point in an M3 or M6 convertible. Also hate 911 turbo convertibles as well for the record!
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have you ever owned a convertable mate?
You got the Turbo yet? please lower it when you do. Looks like one of Kev Sharps offroaders in that picture!
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The latest 3 series hasnt grown on me yet... As most people i prefer the E46 (And own one
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The profile of it with the roof up looks like a patchwork quilt
Looks like someone cut a photo of it up and then pieced it back together
I would have a dark colour so the panel gaps wouldnt stand out so much!
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The profile of it with the roof up looks like a patchwork quilt
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Looks like someone cut a photo of it up and then pieced it back together
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I would have a dark colour so the panel gaps wouldnt stand out so much!
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looks a bit like a old honda civic coupe from behind..... the roof looks terrible, and apart from that, the M3 Model dont really look much different to the lower base models.......
....which still look horrible
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Ive seen the new M3 coupe in white and i thought it was pure stunning...
Im not a huge fan of white cars but I feel the m3 pulls it off brilliantly, however, don't think white works for the M3 convertible in this instance..
either those shots are shite, or theres to many visable lines/panel joins.
Carbon black with a red leather however i think you could be on to a winner.
Now get those pics up Maria, not going to sell them stuffed in bmw's desktop fillers.
Im not a huge fan of white cars but I feel the m3 pulls it off brilliantly, however, don't think white works for the M3 convertible in this instance..
either those shots are shite, or theres to many visable lines/panel joins.
Carbon black with a red leather however i think you could be on to a winner.
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Now get those pics up Maria, not going to sell them stuffed in bmw's desktop fillers.
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