If you would change one thing on your M...

FrenchBoy · 02-14-2010, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

I want MDM without iDrive.

+1

Projectile · 02-14-2010, 07:48 PM

I second the poster that wanted more low end grunt. I'd like way more.

Presumably, a lighter car would do that...

I'd also like a mechanism to open the trunk that worked consistently.

I'd get rid of that red/blue climate control knob that affects the temperature of air coming through the vents. An auto climate control should be an auto climate control - I shouldn't have to manually adjust another knob.

Other than that, I love my M3 coupe more and more everyday. It's the most versatile sport coupe around, and I appreciate that when required, it errs on the side of sport, rather than versatility. Its looks have seriously grown on me too. I also LOVE the versatility, efficiency and precision of the DCT.

aus · 02-15-2010, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by CATCH_M3

They did try with the GTS but it was too expensive to safety into north America.

That's the BMW line, but tine little Porsche can bring in all kinds of low volume cars niche cars like the GT4, GT3-RS, Spyder, but HUGE ass, BMW can't do it and make some money? That's BS.

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Originally Posted by ersin

A dipstick.

Forgot about that one.

immiketoo · 02-15-2010, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

That's the BMW line, but tine little Porsche can bring in all kinds of low volume cars niche cars like the GT4, GT3-RS, Spyder, but HUGE ass, BMW can't do it and make some money? That's BS.

Its a different market, with different pricepoints and an entirely different client base.

Dengel · 02-15-2010, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by rd4LLe92m3

Better gearbox unless I pause for a split second between 1st and 2nd it will grind

+1

I refuse to pull from a dig with someone in the car because it makes me look like a shitty driver

CATCH_M3 · 02-15-2010, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by immiketoo

Its a different market, with different pricepoints and an entirely different client base.

Agreed.
Think about it; you can customize EVERYTHING on a Porsche.
You could end up with a car's MSRP that's $120,000 and the options on the car $130,000. Could you imagine if BMW did that lol.

If the GTS could make profit, they'd bring it here.. But most people would buy a GT3 if it were similar price as an M3-GTS here.

immiketoo · 02-15-2010, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by CATCH_M3

Agreed.
Think about it; you can customize EVERYTHING on a Porsche.
You could end up with a car's MSRP that's $120,000 and the options on the car $130,000. Could you imagine if BMW did that lol.

If the GTS could make profit, they'd bring it here.. But most people would buy a GT3 if it were similar price as an M3-GTS here.

I know I would!

smoothm · 02-16-2010, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by smmmurf

Better gas mileage... or a bigger fuel tank.

+1

TLud · 02-16-2010, 01:11 PM

I've changed everything I didn't like on my car, but I'd say the biggest was probably the shifter. It's certainly not perfect now, but it's much, much better than it was.

darkmercury · 02-16-2010, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by smmmurf

Better gas mileage... or a bigger fuel tank.

+1

to the Gods of Gas!

Xelloss · 02-16-2010, 02:16 PM

Weight/Brakes.

FStop7 · 02-16-2010, 02:25 PM

1. TPMS would show pressure for each corner on iDrive

2. A real dipstick in addition to the electronic oil level monitor

3. Dedicated oil and water temp gauges

4. HUD

5. A configurable screen in iDrive to display Temp, RPM, and other parameters. Basically the same thing the Nissan GTR comes with from the factory.

farbarg · 02-16-2010, 02:55 PM

1.) less weight
2.) dipstick
3.) a switch to turn the display *off*, not just make the LCD display "black."

King Tut · 02-16-2010, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

King Tut, it's more like $6,500 for the Brembos!!
Isn't the M3 deserving of a fixed caliper brake system? Hell, the 135 has it, and I can honestly say I felt a difference in pedal feel between the 135 and the 335 we own.

I was assuming he only did the fronts. I know that the monoblock 6 and 4 pistons calipers look sweet. Heck, I love them on my Z06, but I didn't feel there was anything wrong with the M3s brakes for a street car. Those big ass non fixed calipers combined with huge thick rotors worked great, and I felt the M3 had plenty of braking power. Now at the track I could see the brakes fading without the proper pads and brake fluid, but again it is a street car and the pads they use already caused some people to complain of brake squeak.

immiketoo · 02-16-2010, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by FStop7

1. TPMS would show pressure for each corner on iDrive

2. A real dipstick in addition to the electronic oil level monitor

3. Dedicated oil and water temp gauges

4. HUD

5. A configurable screen in iDrive to display Temp, RPM, and other parameters. Basically the same thing the Nissan GTR comes with from the factory.

You forgot sidewinders and a vulcan cannon!

duk · 02-16-2010, 03:48 PM

1. brakes
2. mpg
3. 4.4 liter engine

but really, small small complaints

michaeldorian · 02-16-2010, 07:32 PM

1. Less weight (-200lbs)
2. MDM without iDrive
3. An exhaust that doesn't hang so low where you can see the ugliness
4. Black wheels from the factory
5. Factory black OEM Accents
6. Manual seat option or PS seats in the USA
7. Tad bit more torque down low. (4.4 liter engine will do)
8. Smoother 6MT gearbox. (1st to 2nd grind)
9. Ability to adjust steering wheel via telescoping mechanism
10. Arm rest delete option
11. 1 or 2 more inch rear fender flare

Leozap · 02-16-2010, 08:38 PM

Weight

adc · 02-17-2010, 01:15 PM

If I could change one thing, I'd order mine in Monte Carlo Blue.

Mr Tonka · 02-17-2010, 01:26 PM

I would add a 7th gear to the 6MT. Or make 6th gear so i can be at 2k rpm at 80mph.

King Tut · 02-17-2010, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MP0WER

I would add a 7th gear to the 6MT. Or make 6th gear so i can be at 2k rpm at 80mph.

troof. How about just an overdrive button for 6th gear, haha. The car could get so much better gas mileage if you weren't taching 3000 RPM at 60 mph.

DOEindustries · 02-18-2010, 02:44 PM

Less weight!!

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Projectile Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 251 Posts Drives: 2017 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	I second the poster that wanted more low end grunt. I'd like way more. Presumably, a lighter car would do that... I'd also like a mechanism to open the trunk that worked consistently. I'd get rid of that red/blue climate control knob that affects the temperature of air coming through the vents. An auto climate control should be an auto climate control - I shouldn't have to manually adjust another knob. Other than that, I love my M3 coupe more and more everyday. It's the most versatile sport coupe around, and I appreciate that when required, it errs on the side of sport, rather than versatility. Its looks have seriously grown on me too. I also LOVE the versatility, efficiency and precision of the DCT. __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 996Targa6MT, 997C2S6MT, e92DCT, e926MT, F826MT
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FStop7 I like cars 329 Rep 5,052 Posts Drives: M6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Newbury Park, CA iTrader: (3)	1. TPMS would show pressure for each corner on iDrive 2. A real dipstick in addition to the electronic oil level monitor 3. Dedicated oil and water temp gauges 4. HUD 5. A configurable screen in iDrive to display Temp, RPM, and other parameters. Basically the same thing the Nissan GTR comes with from the factory. __________________ My photostream: http://www.flickr.com/photos/racelap/
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michaeldorian Major 237 Rep 1,125 Posts Drives: M2 CS Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Currently North Carolina iTrader: (0)	1. Less weight (-200lbs) 2. MDM without iDrive 3. An exhaust that doesn't hang so low where you can see the ugliness 4. Black wheels from the factory 5. Factory black OEM Accents 6. Manual seat option or PS seats in the USA 7. Tad bit more torque down low. (4.4 liter engine will do) 8. Smoother 6MT gearbox. (1st to 2nd grind) 9. Ability to adjust steering wheel via telescoping mechanism 10. Arm rest delete option 11. 1 or 2 more inch rear fender flare __________________
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