M3 GTS info! (lightweight performance edition M3)

southlight · 11-01-2009, 03:18 PM

I was wondering what Inca or Inka Orange looks like and found this one:

[source: bimmerforums.com]

Best regards,
south

Finnegan · 11-01-2009, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by southlight

OMG.

Best regards,
south

Quote:

Originally Posted by southlight

I was wondering what Inca or Inka Orange looks like and found this one:

[source: bimmerforums.com]

Best regards,
south

Wicked!

JMX2M35i · 11-01-2009, 03:47 PM

This is what you've been afterguys, toooooo late it's out.

http://www.m3torque.co.uk/showthread.php?t=488

///FCB · 11-01-2009, 03:53 PM

I also vote it's gonna be GT4!!
Hope the price won't be much higher than standard M3, although if it's only 25 per year...

when is the big day then, 3rd or 5th?

JoeyBananaz18 · 11-01-2009, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 330CIZHP

Looks like this man knows what he is talking about. South's big smiley face gives a hint too.

omg i hope hes right..... but not about the 25 per year.

Lemans_Blue_M · 11-01-2009, 06:37 PM

It's not coming here guys...

foosh · 11-01-2009, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Lemans_Blue_M

It's not coming here guys...

LOL . . . if a tree falls in the forest, will anyone hear it? I share your occasional frustration, here.

Lemans_Blue_M · 11-01-2009, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southlight

I was wondering what Inca or Inka Orange looks like and found this one:

[source: bimmerforums.com]

Best regards,
south

South, it's INKA.

southlight · 11-01-2009, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Lemans_Blue_M

South, it's INKA.

I thought it's INKA in German and INCA in English. Right?

Best regards,
south

Lemans_Blue_M · 11-01-2009, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southlight

I thought it's INKA in German and INCA in English. Right?

Best regards,
south

Umm...no idea?

INKA is the only spelling I've seen here in the U.S.A.

Here's another shot (closeup):

novablackm3 · 11-01-2009, 07:28 PM

i vote to delete this entire useless thread

r53s65e90 · 11-01-2009, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southlight

I was wondering what Inca or Inka Orange looks like and found this one:

[source: bimmerforums.com]

Best regards,
south

Those of you who remember the car below from their childhood, can now realize that the marketing campaign had started 20-30 years ago

Can't wait!

GregW / Oregon · 11-01-2009, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by r53s65e90

Those of you who remember the car below from their childhood, can now realize that the marketing campaign had started 20-30 years ago. Can't wait!

I bought my 1973 Inka 2002 36 years ago right out of college! It was a fairly popular color for that car.

GregW / Oregon · 11-01-2009, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Lemans_Blue_M

INKA is the only spelling I've seen here in the U.S.A.

Correct - it was never "Americanized".

kuomao · 11-01-2009, 08:46 PM

new M3 csl or gt4 whatever, 25/year, 2 types with hardcore/confortable

correct?

duk · 11-01-2009, 08:55 PM

what's the point 25 per year? meh

KANdaddy · 11-01-2009, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

I bought my 1973 Inka 2002 36 years ago right out of college! It was a fairly popular color for that car.

Wow, ur fraking old

JohnnyRoaster · 11-01-2009, 11:24 PM

Is this it?

http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/10/18/vi...treet-version/

Sorry if this is a repost. I think I have seen pictures of this car on this site but no video. The wing looks cheap and kind of ricer but the car sounds great IMHO.

duk · 11-02-2009, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyRoaster

Is this it?

http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/10/18/vi...treet-version/

Sorry if this is a repost. I think I have seen pictures of this car on this site but no video. The wing looks cheap and kind of ricer but the car sounds great IMHO.

sounds GREAT indeed

southlight · 11-02-2009, 02:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lemans_Blue_M

INKA is the only spelling I've seen here in the U.S.A.

Correct - it was never "Americanized".

Thanks, I stand corrected.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyRoaster

Is this it?

http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/10/18/vi...treet-version/

Sorry if this is a repost. I think I have seen pictures of this car on this site but no video. The wing looks cheap and kind of ricer but the car sounds great IMHO.

No problem. This video is courtesy of m3post: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=312477

Best regards,
south

southlight · 11-02-2009, 03:04 AM

I talked to a good Italian friend of mine (

) and we think that it might be the right time to share some information.

All kudos for this information goes to Savage.Ulm1! I added some comments in light blue.

EDIT: Lemans_Blue_M added some more information in dark blue

Name

It won't be called M3 CSL.
Instead, BMW will either call it "M3 GT4 Street" or "M3 GT".

Engine | Drivetrain

Naturally aspirated engine with an increased displacement of 4,400 cc (based on the S65).
At least 450 hp, likely more. (445 HP)
No information regarding KERS (KERS will likely debut in the F10 M5)
7 speed DCT only, no manual transmission.
'State of the art' exhaust system, but not Akrapovic.- (ARVIN MERITOR /w/200-cell race cats and 2 resonators)

Chassis | Brakes | Aerodynamics:

Brembo brakes (6 pistons front - 4 pistons rear) with steel brake discs. (365mm front, 345mm rear SLOTTED DISCS) Ceramic composite brakes optionally available.
Weight reduction of 100 kg (220 lbs) compared to E92 M3, maybe even more. (due to the removal of the rear seat and the switch to lighter RECARO front race seats)
Available as a 2 seater. However, rear seats are optionally available.
Rollbars standard (there's a delete option).
Adjustable front splitter. (made of ABS plastic)
Adjustable mechanical suspension, no EDC. (SACHS)
25 mm lower compared to E92 M3
Same width as the E92 M3.
Fantastic new wheels. (BBS lightweight cast flow formed MESH)
New 'state of the art' seats. (RECARO)

General information

Nuerburgring laptime: 7:40 min
Not available through BMW dealer network, but directly from BMW Motorsport.
Street legal (of course).
Exclusively painted in Inka Orange (a hommage to early BMW race and sports cars). Availability of other colors at a later date.
The car was tested secretly in France and on a private race track (likely Miramas).
It will compete with the 911 GT3.
Limited Production (some report 25 units per year).
Price: Unknown, but less than the price for an 911 GT3. ($110,000 EUROS)

Note: There's no information as to its availability in the U.S. yet. (NOT AVAILABLE IN THE U.S.A.)

Best regards,
south

BayerischeMotorenWerke · 11-02-2009, 03:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southlight

I talked to a good Italian friend of mine (

) and we think that it might be the right time to share some information.

All kudos for this information goes to Savage.Ulm1! I added some comments in blue.

Name

It won't be called M3 CSL.
Instead, BMW will either call it "M3 GT4 Street" or "M3 GT".

Engine | Drivetrain

Naturally aspirated engine with an increased displacement of 4,400 cc (based on the S65).
At least 450 hp, likely more.
No information regarding KERS (KERS will likely debut in the F10 M5)
7 speed DCT only, no manual transmission.
'State of the art' exhaust system, but not Akrapovic.

Chassis | Brakes | Aerodynamics:

Brembo brakes (6 pistons front - 4 pistons rear) with steel brake discs. Ceramic composite brakes optionally available.
Weight reduction of 100 kg (220 lbs) compared to E92 M3, maybe even more.
Available as a 2 seater. However, rear seats are optionally available.
Rollbars standard (there's a delete option).
Adjustable front splitter.
Adjustable mechanical suspension, no EDC.
25 mm lower compared to E92 M3
Same width as the E92 M3.
Fantastic new wheels.
New 'state of the art' seats.

General information

Nuerburgring laptime: 7:40 min
Not available through BMW dealer network, but directly from BMW Motorsport.
Street legal (of course).
Exclusively painted in Inka Orange (a hommage to early BMW race and sports cars). Availability of other colors at a later date.
The car was tested secretly in France and on a private race track (likely Miramas).
It will compete with the 911 GT3.
Limited Production (some report 25 units per year).
Price: Unknown, but less than the price for an 911 GT3.

Note: There's no information as to its availability in the U.S. yet.

Best regards,
south

Meh...let me guess it'll cost twice as much as the regular M3. Not that cool imo.

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southlight Moderator / European Editor 1805 Rep 6,752 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	I was wondering what Inca or Inka Orange looks like and found this one: [source: bimmerforums.com] Best regards, south __________________ Those forums...WHY NOT? JOIN THE 6MT CLUB GROUP
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southlight Moderator / European Editor 1805 Rep 6,752 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	It's time for some information I talked to a good Italian friend of mine () and we think that it might be the right time to share some information. All kudos for this information goes to Savage.Ulm1! I added some comments in light blue. EDIT: Lemans_Blue_M added some more information in dark blue Name It won't be called M3 CSL. Instead, BMW will either call it "M3 GT4 Street" or "M3 GT". Engine \| Drivetrain Naturally aspirated engine with an increased displacement of 4,400 cc (based on the S65). At least 450 hp, likely more. (445 HP) No information regarding KERS (KERS will likely debut in the F10 M5) 7 speed DCT only, no manual transmission. 'State of the art' exhaust system, but not Akrapovic.- (ARVIN MERITOR /w/200-cell race cats and 2 resonators) Chassis \| Brakes \| Aerodynamics: Brembo brakes (6 pistons front - 4 pistons rear) with steel brake discs. (365mm front, 345mm rear SLOTTED DISCS) Ceramic composite brakes optionally available. Weight reduction of 100 kg (220 lbs) compared to E92 M3, maybe even more. (due to the removal of the rear seat and the switch to lighter RECARO front race seats) Available as a 2 seater. However, rear seats are optionally available. Rollbars standard (there's a delete option). Adjustable front splitter. (made of ABS plastic) Adjustable mechanical suspension, no EDC. (SACHS) 25 mm lower compared to E92 M3 Same width as the E92 M3. Fantastic new wheels. (BBS lightweight cast flow formed MESH) New 'state of the art' seats. (RECARO) General information Nuerburgring laptime: 7:40 min Not available through BMW dealer network, but directly from BMW Motorsport. Street legal (of course). Exclusively painted in Inka Orange (a hommage to early BMW race and sports cars). Availability of other colors at a later date. The car was tested secretly in France and on a private race track (likely Miramas). It will compete with the 911 GT3. Limited Production (some report 25 units per year). Price: Unknown, but less than the price for an 911 GT3. ($110,000 EUROS) Note: There's no information as to its availability in the U.S. yet. (NOT AVAILABLE IN THE U.S.A.) Best regards, south __________________ Those forums...WHY NOT? JOIN THE 6MT CLUB GROUP
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