New M3 spy shots

[TNT]

New BMW M3 Coupe First Spy Photos
by Hans G. Lehmann
Copyright by Lehmann Photo-Syndication
03-23-2006

Convertible caught with top down
The powerful M-version of BMW’s 3-series is scheduled for launch next year only. The 3-series M will be available as coupe, convertible and four door. For the first time power will come from a V8 powerplant. It is a 4.0 litre engine delivering 415 HP, transmission is a seven speed SMG gearbox. A traditional six-speed manual transmission will be offered as an option.
Four photos from this set are showing for the first time an M3 coupe prototype from all angles on a test drive in Munich featuring the large air intakes at the front end, wider fenders and four exhaust pipes. Another year later BMW will launch an M3 convertible - and a four door version.
Two more photos are showing the 3-series coupe in full showroom trim (these two photos were mildly computer generated). The 3-Series coupe will also get power from BMW’s new six cylinder Bi turbo engine delivering 300 HP. Clearly visible on the prototype: the corresponding two exhaust pipes.
Another two photos are of the upcoming new 3-series convertible with the top down, the other photo is from our files and shows the retractable steel roof as close up.

[r2r]

I have a sad feeling its not going to look anywhere as good as the current M3.

[dutchmasterflex]

The blue E90 looks like a photoshopped version of the new turbo 335i...

I feel like the body of the new M3 is still in design. Hope it looks good

[RC45]

Well - what a sorry looking M3 that is ...

Remember, car designs are completed long before the first mules appear.

While the mules may be disguised, the point is that by the time the mules appear, the design is done.

[bmagni]

so far so good

Originally Posted by RC45 Remember, car designs are completed long before the first mules appear. While the mules may be disguised, the point is that by the time the mules appear, the design is done.

right, but they dont test with the final product.

[RC45]

Originally Posted by bmagni so far so good Originally Posted by RC45 Remember, car designs are completed long before the first mules appear. While the mules may be disguised, the point is that by the time the mules appear, the design is done. right, but they dont test with the final product.

But the final design, for better or worse.. is already done..

And it is probably more worse than better

[blinkmeat]

Ya - it's gonna look like a fucking Honda - just wait

[bmagni]

Originally Posted by RC45 Originally Posted by bmagni so far so good Originally Posted by RC45 Remember, car designs are completed long before the first mules appear. While the mules may be disguised, the point is that by the time the mules appear, the design is done. right, but they dont test with the final product. But the final design, for better or worse.. is already done.. And it is probably more worse than better

nah, ive really liked the 3 series so far, if they continue like this, i bet something really cool is gonna be the final product, theyre going the right way... its gonna be an RS4 killer

[TNT]

i think the engine will almost out do the looks we'll see

[gofetch06]

Im a little dissappointed if it turns out the way the blue one looks. Theres no "ooooo" factor here. the front is the best looking part of the car and the sides look like they were stripped from a CLK.

[ae86_16v]

Time to bump this Topic. . .

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12990

[Pehtren]

Originally Posted by everso still looks like a Honda Civic to me.

Bbbbulllshit

I like it it will be an Rs4 killer

[dutchmasterflex]

Compared to the flamboyant Audi TT, yes it does look like a civic..

But it would tear that faggy TT a brand new asshole, which I'm sure it would love.


This is the best shot of the new M3 so far.. Look at that beautiful wide body.. who can say no to that sexy shape?
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[Sir_GT]

yup... it is looking good

[evoWalo]

Nice looking Honda Civic