View Single Post
      11-05-2009, 06:51 AM   #185
Thrumcap
Second Lieutenant
United_States
56
Rep
257
Posts

Drives: 2019 Audi Q7
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: MA

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by HBspeed View Post
Now that I know they have put all the R&D into the 4.4 engine, I am just going to wait until they include it in the US model. It doesn't make sense for them to have spent all the time and effort on a road going engine for such low production volume, when it is obvious they would generate thousands of additional M3 sales if it were included as opposed to sticking with the 4.0 until the end of the generation. This is sad news for the 4.0 owners if and when it happens, but makes complete sense BMW would offer the 4.4 to those who would be enticed by a final finale of the naturally aspirated M experience as opposed to a newer/more powerful model such as the RS5 that many such as myself are eagerly awaiting.
I am keeping my fingers crossed this happens for the estimated March LCI. Seems hard to believe they would put the work into this for 25 cars per year- especially when the competition has stepped up their game. If this happens my decision to get an M3 will be made.
Appreciate 0