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2014 BMW M3 F80 – 0-280 km/h [video]

Here is a video of the new BMW M3 F80 Sedan, which is put on its paces by the owner. The car has just surpassed the 2,000-mile break-in period and the owner from Abu Dhabi, UAE decided to check out how fast it is.

He managed to reach 276 km/h (171.5 mph), but obviously there wasn’t enough road for more. The car is limited to 280 km/h (174 mph) with the optional M Driver’s Package.

2014 BMW M3 is powered by a 3.0 liter TwinPower Turbo Inline six-cylinder – 431HP (317 kW) at 5,500RPM and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) at 1,850RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard. 0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) or an optional 280 km/h (174 mph). The acceleration is even better, when fitted with the optional 7-speed ///M DCT – 4.1 seconds to 100 km/h. The new M3 is able to cover 100 km with just 8.8 liters of fuel in the combined cycle with the manual transmission and 8.3 liter with the DCT.

Other highlights include a modified MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension by using lightweight components. Both cars ride 18” alloy wheels fitted with 255/40 R18 front and 275/40 R18 rear tires, while there is a set of 19” rims available as an option.The manufacturer will also offer ///M carbon ceramic brake system.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGJZ8b3PLec

Source: Bimmerpost

May 7, 2014

BMW Driving Experience in Sweden

BMW has a great tradition teaching owners of ///M-powered cars how to use them correctly even in severe conditions such as ice, rain, snow, etc. The Driving Experience program has recently visited Arjeplog, Sweden, which is no less than 60 km south of the polar circle.

The test aimed to teach the drivers and owners of ///M cars, what to do on ice and snow, when sitting behind the steering wheel ofBMW M3 and particularly the E92 model.

BMW E92 M3 is simply brutal car, which hardly can be compared with anything else. It is powered by a magnificent high-revving S65B40 – 4.0 litre V8 delivering 420PS (309 kW) at 8300RPM and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) at 3900RPM. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. Without the limiter, E92 M3 can easily pass 300 km/h (186 mph).

Of course, the tested models were fitted with spiked tyres to maintain a little traction.

“The fastest option on asphalt is to make a clean streak, while drifting is the answer on slippery surfaces. The front of the car points towards the inside of the bend, so that the propulsive power of the centrifugal force counteracts this a little and actually permits a faster speed than stable driving”, said the legendary rally champion Walter Röhrl.

Source: BMW

April 9, 2014

2015 BMW M3 and M4 – US Price $62,925 and $65,125

BMW USA has announced the pricing of the 2015 M3 Sedan and M4 Coupe. The sports car are priced from $62,925 and $65,125, respectively, which means that the Sedan is $5,350 more expensive than its predecessor (E90 M3) and the coupe cost just $2,800 more than the previous version (E92 M3).

The manufacturer also offers carbon ceramic brakes for additional $8,150. The Driver Assistance Package is $1,900 and includes side-view camera, autonomous braking, lane departure warning system and blind spot monitoring. BMW is also offering an Executive package for $4,300 packing a rear-view camera, head-up display, heated rear seats, parking sensors, heated steering wheel, keyless entry and satellite radio.

The exclusive options for M4 are the 19” alloy wheels for $1,200 and the Adaptive ///M Suspension for additional $1,000.

As a reminder, the engine is a 3.0 liter TwinPower Turbo Inline six-cylinder – 431HP (317 kW) at 5,500RPM and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) at 1,850RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard. 0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) or an optional 280 km/h (174 mph). The acceleration is even better, when fitted with the optional 7-speed ///M DCT – 4.1 seconds to 100 km/h. The new M3 and M4 are able to cover 100 km with just 8.8 liters of fuel in the combined cycle with the manual transmission and 8.3 liter with the DCT.

Source: BMW

March 31, 2014

Vorsteiner BMW M3 on Flow Forged V-FF 101

Vorsteiner-BMW-E92-M3-Coupe-shadow Vorsteiner-BMW-E92-M3-Coupe-medium Vorsteiner have released their latest aero + wheel combo. It’s kind of a familiar BMW M3 E92 but now on (again familiar) Flow Forged V-FF 101 wheels. We guess that makes it exciting? Probably.

The wheels in question come in sizes 19×10 at the front and 19×11 at the rear. They carry a fancy five double-spoke design and are coated with a Matte Gunmetal paint. The tires: Michelin Pilot Super Sports.

The included aero bits and pieces account for the GTS-V front spoiler which takes away even more from the already low ground clearance. At the back, the California-based company have went for their own Type II rear diffuser. The new boot lid too is an addition by Vorsteiner.

To be honest, the whole thing is very subtle. So much so in fact, there isn’t anything left to say about it. Do enjoy the photo shoot though. Vorsteiner are very handy when it comes to camera work.

Source: Vorsteiner

February 10, 2014

G-Power BMW M3 E92 Hurricane 337 Edition [video]

G-Power has published a video with their latest project based on BMW M3 E92. The G-Power M3 SK II CS Hurricane 337 Edition managed to hit a top speed of 337.6 km/h (210 mph).

The updated M3 by G-Power is powered by a 4.6 liter supercharged V8 – 651HP (452 kW) at 8,100RPM and 595Nm (441 lb-ft) of torque at 5,900RPM. 0-200 km/h in 12.2 seconds and a top speed of over 337 km/h (210 mph). The tuned sports car also comes with a full titanium exhaust system with racing catalytic converters.

G-Power will produce only 30 units of 337 Edition model with pricing starting from €9,856. The titanium exhaust system is €4,542 and the coilover suspension is €2,445. The tuning company also offers braking system for €8,034 for the front and €5,634 for the rear axle and the price for the 20’’ G-POWER wheel set fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport tyres is €4,474.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8nQefEuwZY

G-POWER M3 SK II CS „HURRICANE 337 Edition“:

• 615 hp / 452 kW at 8.100 rpm (+ 195 hp / 143 kW)
• 595 Nm at 5.900 rpm (+ 195 Nm)
• V-max: > 337 km/h
• 0-200 km/h: 12,2s
• G-POWER Supercharger System M3 V8 SK II CS „HURRICANE 337 Edition”
• G-POWER G3M CLUBSPORT coilover suspension
• G-POWER Breaking System for front and rear axle
• 20‘‘ G-POWER wheel set SILVERSTONE DIAMOND

Source: G-Power

January 28, 2014

2014 BMW M3 F80 and M4 F82 – US Price $62,000 and $64,200

BMW North America has officially announced the pricing of the 2014 BMW M3 F80 and M4 F82. The sedan starts from just $62,000, while the Coupe is $64,200 (excluding $925 destination and handling tax).Both cars will be available in: Mineral White, Black Sapphire, Alpine White, Mineral Grey, Yas Marina, Austin Yellow, Sakhir Orange and Silverstone.2014 BMW M3 and M4 are powered by a 3.0 liter TwinPower Turbo Inline six-cylinder – 431HP (317 kW) at 5,500RPM and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) at 1,850RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard. 0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) or an optional 280 km/h (174 mph). The acceleration is even better, when fitted with the optional 7-speed ///M DCT – 4.1 seconds to 100 km/h. The new M3 and M4 are able to cover 100 km with just 8.8 liters of fuel in the combined cycle with the manual transmission and 8.3 liter with the DCT.Other performance modifications include a modified MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension by using lightweight components. Both cars ride 18” alloy wheels fitted with 255/40 R18 front and 275/40 R18 rear tires, while there is a set of 19” rims available as an option.The manufacturer will also offer ///M carbon ceramic brake system.

January 16, 2014

2014 BMW M3 and M4 – 431HP and 550Nm

The eagerly awaited 2014 BMW M3 Sedan and M4 Coupe have finally been revealed. Both performance cars will make their public debut at the 2014 NAIAS in Detroit, next month.

The most important feature is the engine – a 3.0 liter TwinPower Turbo Inline six-cylinder – 431HP (317 kW) at 5,500RPM and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) at 1,850RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard. 0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) or an optional 280 km/h (174 mph). The acceleration is even better, when fitted with the optional 7-speed ///M DCT – 4.1 seconds to 100 km/h. The new M3 and M4 are able to cover 100 km with just 8.8 liters of fuel in the combined cycle with the manual transmission and 8.3 liter with the DCT.

Other highlights include a modified MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension by using lightweight components. Both cars ride 18” alloy wheels fitted with 255/40 R18 front and 275/40 R18 rear tires, while there is a set of 19” rims available as an option.The manufacturer will also offer ///M carbon ceramic brake system.

BMW M engineers have paid particular attention to the car’s aerodynamic performance, and incorporated the latest Active M Differential amongst numerous other technical highlights. During the development process the engineers worked closely with BMW Motorsport’s professional racing drivers, with extensive testing and set-up work carried out on the Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit.

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Source: BMW

December 12, 2013

2014 BMW M3 and M4 [leak images]

BMW Blog has published a lot of leak images of the production ready 2014 BMW M3 and M4. The high-performance BMWs look really impressive.The all-new 2014 M3 Sedan boasts complete aerodynamics package, kidney grilles and beefy dual front air intakes. There is also a redesigned front hood featuring a power dome. Other highlights include twin five-spoke grey ///M alloy wheels and gold brake calipers. At the rear, there is a redesigned diffuser and quad sports exhaust system.The 2014 M4 has the same upgrades, but it also has a carbon fiber roof and is a lot more sleeker than its 4-door sibling.The interior of both is virtually the same – sports steering wheel and seats, high-quality leather all over the place and some carbon fiber accents.The most important is the 3.0 liter inline-six TwinPower Turbo engine – 430HP (316 kW) and 500Nm (369 lb-ft). The M3 is expected to weigh less than 1,500 kg (3,300 lbs), so it will be extremely fast.Stay tuned for full details!

December 11, 2013

A Subtle LEIB Engineering BMW E93 M3

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At first glance, you might think that there’s nothing out of the ordinary with this compact BMW. You’d even be hard pressed to identify it as an E93 M3, but it is. Not only that, but it has also been through the works of LEIB Engineering – a group of after-market experts based in Germany who have chosen to approach the Bavarian in a very subtle way. Even the wheels were specifically chosen not to impress – 1-series M coupé alloys in sizes 9×19 and 10×19

Of course that elegant discreetness vaporizes once you open the bonnet. The signature orange of the SK II CS compressor system make your eyes bleed. That’s right. LEIB Engineering are working exclusively with G-Power components. In other words, we have a belt ASA T1-523 supercharger, and additional fuel pump, new injector nozzles, colder type of spark plugs and an induction air track made from a blend of carbon fiber and stainless steel. Sports air filters and ECU tweaking also come with the package. What you get then, is a 610 hp V8 with 590 Nm of torque.

There’s a proper sound track as well: a custom made exhaust system which features not only a double 100-cell sports catalytic converter, but also a valve which can be controlled from the steering wheel:

“This allows for the modification of the exhaust sound with a touch of the button, from the sonorous yet non-pervasive rumble up until the virtually unfiltered and ear-splitting V8 roar.” – argue from LEIB

As a final touch, a KW DDC coilover kit has been bolted on and integrated with the M’s iDrive software so that you can fiddle with the settings at any given moment.

Source: LEIB Engineering

November 22, 2013

Atlantis Blue D2Forged BMW M3 CV13

BMW E92 M3 is one of the most desired cars around the globe. Its one-of-a-kind Atlantis Blue paint finish contributes towards the exclusive look of this model as well as it corresponds to its aggressive sporty personality.

This paint color is undoubtedly shockingly different, vivid, but what made a particular M3 model even more spectacular was the addition of new wheels. Those responsible for the modification are the tuners at D2Forged Wheels, who are well experienced in delivering unique “shoes” for the exclusive cars on the road.

They have decided to equip this BMW with a set of D2Forged CV13 Deep Concave wheels, in the size of 19×9.5″ at the front and 19×11″ at the rear. They have a brilliant multispoke split design, which definitely matches the lines of the BMW M3.

In addition, the wheels are finished in Brushed Aluminum and include Chrome Lip as well as Gloss black inner. The result is, to say at least, impressive.

Unfortunately no modifications were made regarding the power output. The E92 M3 is powered by the 4.0 liter V8 engine, which produces 420 hp (309 kW) at 8300RPM and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) at 3900RPM. The car needs only 4.6 seconds to cover the acceleration sprint from 0 to 100 km/h on its way to an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Source: D2Forged Wheels

November 13, 2013

G-Power BMW E92 M3 Hurricane RS – 720HP and 700Nm

G-Power has revealed their latest project based on BMW E92 M3. The sports coupe has received a number of upgrades, but the most important is the performance package – SK III “Sporty Drive”.

The performance upgrade include an ASA T1-724 supercharger, MAHLE forged pistons and new connecting rods. There is also a full titanium sports exhaust system and a modified crankshaft. The engine displacement has grown up to 4.6 liters, instead of 4.0.

The result is spectacular – 720HP (530 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 9.5 seconds and a top seed of 340 km/h (211 mph).

The exterior comes with full aerodynamics body kit including a front spoiler, bonnet and a boot lid with tear-off edge. The M3 HURRICANE RS aerodynamic program is manufactured from supremely light and highly strong Carbon fibre in a gas-proof autoclave. The package saves more than 10kg.

Other highlights include G-Power Clubsport coil-over suspension and 20” G-Power Silverstone Diamond forged wheels. The tires are Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires in the dimension 255/30 ZR 20 on the front axle and 295/25 ZR 20 for the rear axle to keep the vehicle in contact with the road. Braking is done with the G-POWER-ceramic brakes on the front and rear axle, which provide low-weight and reliable high-performance braking. „Fade“ is therefore a foreign word for the 6-piston brake calipers in front which bite on 396 mm rotors and the 4-piston calipers at the rear axle which clamp on 380 mm rotors.

Source: G-Power

November 8, 2013

ALPHA-N Performance BT92 based on BMW E92 M3

ALPHA-N Performance has announced their latest project based on the current BMW M3 (the E92). The name of the project is ALPHA-N BT92 and it comes with styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior boasts a complete wide-body kit including new front and rear bumpers, a pair of extended side skirts, widened wheel arches. All components are made from high-grade carbon fiber. ALPHA-N is also constructing new wheel house liners made of Kevlar.

The powerful naturally aspirated S65B40 (4.0 liter V8) has grown up to 4.6 liters thanks to a new through a new crankshaft as well as new pistons and connecting rods. After that, the tuning specialists carefully re-mapped the electronics, so everything will work just perfect. The result is 490HP (360 kW) and 470Nm (348 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 70HP and 70Nm. 0-100 km/h in around 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 315 km/h (196 mph).

The BT92 4.6 rolls a set of enormous S3 19” wheels fitted with Hankook Ventus S1 Evo tires – 255/35 R19 front and 295/35 R19 rear.

A complete coilover kit has been installed for improving the handling and for nice stance, of course. In addition to the installation of an Öhlins Road & Track-running gear, ALPHA-N also performed the precise alignment of same on a wheel load balance.

The interior comes with unifying Recaro Sportster CS sport seats, blue Alcantara for the front and seats as well as the door panels.

Source: ALPHA-N

July 23, 2013

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