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07-18-2007, 08:13 AM | #1 |
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This is the response that i received just now.
Thank you for your email to BMW Customer Information. We can advise that a gearbox is being developed that will replace the SMG gearbox in the previous M3, however at present we have no information from BMW Germany regarding details of this gearbox or when it is likely to become available. We can also confirm that the E92 M3 will initially be available with a manual gearbox only. We would advise that you register your interest with your BMW dealer, who will be happy to keep you informed as and when any information becomes available. Details of your nearest dealer can be found at http://www.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/dealerloc...156___,00.html We hope this is of some interest to you, and we are sorry that we have been unable to offer a more definite response on this occasion. Yours sincerely BMW Group UK Leigh Martyn Product Information Advisor Ellesfield Avenue Bracknell RG12 8TA Tel: 0800 325600 Fax: 0870 5050 206 Email: customer.information@bmw.co.uk Website: www.bmw.co.uk |
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I find it interesting that they are offering a manual transmission that is 7-years old with the brand new M3 at launch.
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07-18-2007, 08:40 AM | #3 |
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I also hope that M-DCT is ready by the time the M3 is launched in the states as I have no plans on purchasing the manual.
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07-18-2007, 08:52 AM | #4 |
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I know, right? It is rumored to only have one clutch which you have to actually operate with your left foot. What a PITA! My couch doesn't even have a manual clutch...
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07-18-2007, 09:50 AM | #5 | |
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Well from our "insider" here, its been said that BMW is hoping and wants to have a simultaneous release of the 6mt and M-DCT along with the coupe and vert for the US market in March. |
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07-18-2007, 07:11 PM | #6 |
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Likely incorrect
Given that the 335i and M3 put out exactly the same torque and have exactly the same gear rations my strong suspicion (posted this previsouly as well) is that the E92 M3 tranny is identical to the 335i MT. Our BMW insider Scott26 claimed the MT for the M3 was developed for it from the "ground up" or something to that effect. I have seen reviews state that the E92 M3 tranny is right from the E46, not sure where they got that info. from. If it came to betting I know where I would place my money. So my conclusion is that it is very likely the E92 M3 6MT is NOT 7 years old.
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07-18-2007, 09:15 PM | #8 |
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I thought I remember reading something about them saying it was NOW a "dual-mass flywheel" or dual plate. Can't quite remember the terms now.
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07-18-2007, 09:49 PM | #9 |
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"Now" referring to the M3 only, or was it modifed for both the M3 and 335? I guess this would be worth asking the dealer at some point, but I doubt they would give an accurate answer at this point...
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07-18-2007, 09:53 PM | #10 |
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New M3 only.
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I think that is all clutch related and I highly doubt they have the same clutch and flywheel. |
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I think I just read the 335 did not have limited slip diff--it wasn't very clear. Do you guys know if that is indeed the case? I am trying to figure out the differences between the drivetrains of the two cars. |
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Apparently, according to Mike Miller in a recent Roundel, the only recent BMW with a mechanical LSD was the Z3 3.0i.
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"A redesigned, more lightweight, ventilated cluth makes for improved heat dissipation."
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07-19-2007, 03:49 PM | #21 |
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Throttling performance
This is not only a way to save cost but also to throttle the performance back compared to other vehicles in their line up. Although they do not have to be so concerned about E46 M3 vs. 335i on quite a few tighter tracks a LSD would likely put the 335i ahead of the E46 M3. Porsche clearly left the LSD off of the Cayman S to prevent it from spanking much more expensive 911's.
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