Spy photo of the new M3

[StealthBimmer]

Here is a link of the spy photos of the new M3 coming out end of next year in 2007. Coming out with a V8 and 400+ hps

http://www.thecarconnection.com/Enth...78.A10499.html

[HuGo]

Why does it not say M3 no where in the car?

[planetace]

eh! Its alright in my opinion nothing to write home about... According to that article, its states the new m3 will do 0-60mph in 5 sec are you kidding me, so your telling me the an Srt-4 would wipe on this car? That would be embarrassing, M3-$45k estimated...Srt-4$20k tops! you do the math. But then again its an M3 incomparable to a Dodge
Just my bit of 2 cents.

[weezer]

Longer wheelbase typically means heavier overall car, especially with 2 extra cylinders. The original M3 (E30) is still by far the best one. Although the E36 M3s were also great cars, but compared to the first generation M3s: no frills, no electronics, spartan interior, lightweight; they were designed for racing. My ultimate M3 car would our hatchbacks with an S14 engine.

[mohaughn]

Those are "undercover" pictures of the car. The car is basically disguised so that the average person looking at it has no clue what it is.

Expect the bumpers, side skits, front and wheels to change drastrically on what is released.

[Calgary98TI]

Since the 335 twin turbo already does sub 5 second 0 - 60, I would think with an extra 100hp the M3 would be well under 5 seconds. Car and Driver tested it at 4.8 or so. At that point what do you really need the extra 100 for?

[tol4o]

This would be better real choice for most of us:
http://hvtm.totalcar.hu/car/m/bmw/220726.jpg

[planetace]

Isnt this the 1 Series. If I'm not mistaken soon to be released in North America. I believe you can already purchase this one in Europe.

[SlickmisterN]

If I ever came into that sort of money Id just take a used in M5 in LeMans Blue w/ blue suade seat inserts and be done with it. Ive been seeing em with under 50k going for less then 32K!!!
P.S. There is more to the speed/performance of a car than just comparing its 0-60 times with all others,...what a parochial view... who races to 60mph and then stops anyway? A Subaru WRX STi is faster to 100ft. then a Bugatti Veyron, but this displays nothing about real world performance.

[StealthBimmer]

Each car got its own class and market. You can't just only compare stats with one another. A modded civc and corolla can probably kill all the cars listed M5, M3, Srt-4 etc on the 1/4 mile track. I saw a Dodge Caravan running low 11's at NED. The new Corvette can outrun most performance new cars out there and cheaper in $$. M3 will always be the top bimmer seller for the size and price. How many can really afford the M6 and M5? But I am sure they can probably have a better chance to buy the M3. Still have the luxury and performance that can hold its own. I would settle for the twin turbo 335i and be happy! I can't wait to see the new M3 come out. Never know what surprises are instore for us. Another good thing is the E36 and E46 M3 will be even more attractive with a lower price tags.