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      01-07-2008, 05:55 AM   #16
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Originally Posted by swamp2 View Post
Lastly, the CSL will likely be available with M-DCT only. Remembering our little regression analysis puts this hypothetical CSL 5 seconds ahead of the existing CSL.

Just like BMW would not release a new M3 only a touch faster around the Ring than the old M3, neither would they do the same for the CSL, period.

Knowing nothing more my bet is for <7:45 for the E92 M3 CSL
I know the FifthGear comparison test between two Audi TTs (Manual vs S/Tronic) isn't that scientific but when they found a saving of only 0.5s over a lap of the infield circuit at Rockingham it leads me to believe that the improvements aren't that great unlike acceleration where it is more visible.

My opinion was pure based on the 'what if scenario', I too reckon it will improve the time but believe BMW will only release it if the gap is of the margin where it's compatible with the GT3RS, anything less may lead to a renaming to save face.
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