BMW M3 GTS Test Drive

[Hasan Shaikh]

German magazine Sport Auto is teasing us with a video of their upcoming test drive aboard the new BMW M3 GTS going around the famous Nordschleife at Nurburgring.

:cry: Why are they teasing us.

We are teased enough already by the fact that we cannot drive it. Why kick us when we are already down.

:cry:

[ahmad.alkhalil]

:drool: absolute :drool:

[Wazif]

:drool: this is one of the best variants of the M3... which the rims came in hyper silver though....

And yes, i hope someone has got it here... would love to see this on the road....

[SSense]

BMW M3 GTS faster than M3 CSL at Nurburgring

The highly awaited Nurburgring track time of the BMW M3 GTS is just in: 7:48. German magazine Sport Auto publishes an extensive test drive of the M3 GTS in their latest print edition.

In comparison, the enthusiasts’ favorite M3 CSL was timed at 7:50. On the other hand, the M3 GTS is 17 seconds faster than the M3 Coupe.

In a conversation with a BMW driver from the ALMS program, the Nurburgring times came up and the factors that influence these comparisons.

One of them, clearly, the driver behind the wheel, his experience with the car and the track. Second, the preparation of the car for the race track, including the extremely important tires they run on. For example, the CSL was sold with distinct 19 inch lightweight forged BBS alloy rims that came with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup semi-slick racing tires.

Last but not least, weather conditions and other external factors that could influence the final outcome.

Let’s also have a look at other cars’ lap times.

Other comparison times:
7:46 – Porsche 911 GT2
7:46 – Lamborgini Gallardo Superleggera
7:46 – Jaguar XJ220
7:47 – Porsche 911 GT3 RS
7:47 – Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
7:49 – Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z06

Source: bmwblog

[SHkater]

I believe it can do it in early 40s..

[Hasan Shaikh]

Still it is blody quick.

[SSense]

Video Review: BMW M3 GTS

Autocar UK published a video review of “one of the most exciting” M cars, the BMW M3 GTS.

M3 GTS embeds the core values of the M Division and takes the already sporty M3 to a new level.

Thanks to an increase in engine displacement and some fine-tuning to the engine, the BMW M3 GTS produces 450 horsepower and ensures superior performance. The core of the development was the landing gear, based on the BMW M3 GT4 and transposed into a street-legal vehicle. The rear wing was first seen in World Touring Car Championship WTCC cars and now makes its way into GTS as well.

The BMW M3 GTS is produced at the BMW M GmbH manufacturing facility. In addition to a larger and more powerful V8 engine, exclusive tuning of the 7-speed M Dual Clutch Transmission with Drivelogic and modified suspension technology, the car, which is designed for club sport use, has also been specifically optimised with regard to aerodynamics and lightweight construction.

The supreme sporting potential of the BMW M3 GTS is underlined, inter alia, by a power-to-weight ratio that has been lowered to 3.4 kg per hp. Featuring a transmission and suspension configuration which has been optimised for the racetrack, the BMW M3 GTS accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 4.4 seconds. The car reaches the 1000 metre mark from a standstill in just 22.5 seconds. Top speed is 305 km/h.

Let’s have a look at the video review.

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Source: bmwblog

[Hasan Shaikh]

:cry: I want to drive one.

[RAFiK]

Amazing, a properly built M3 and what makes it special is that its absolutely Genuine !

[Moe]

10,000 pounds more expensive than the mighty GT3 RS!!! I'll pass :P

[BigLion]

... no aircon?!

Lots of money for a track-only car!

[SSense]

Less options = Less weight = More speed = More Price

[Hasan Shaikh]

Less options = Less weight = More speed = More Price

:lol:

Generally, Less Options = Less Price. Not in this case though.

[Ramzi]

does it come in a different color ? :D

[ahmad.alkhalil]

I actually love the color... Would buy it just like that!