2011 BMW M1 design details outlined

[jwocky]

From 1addicts.com (http://www.bimmerpost.com)

* More muscular appearance than standard 1-series
* Trapezoid grille flanked by two intakes to allow extra brake cooling
* Six piston brakes
* High performance intercooler
* Sportier looking headlights than standard 1-series
* Small lip spoilers above brake duct inlets to provide extra air flow and downforce
* The front wings of the car are massaged slightly to accomodate the wider track. Rear end is also wider.
* Standard 18" 5-spoke wheels with optional 18" Competition wheels (18" will be the optimium wheel size for the M1)
* Signature M side vent
* Broader wheel arches to accomodate larger track
* "Ducktail" CSL style rear trunk (integrated spoiler)
* Rear valance/diffuser area takes its direction from the standard 135i but with open ducts for aerodynamic purpose
* Signature M quad exhaust pipes
* Reinforced carbon fiber roof


source:
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=348217



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[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

/do want. Will have to finish school and start working for a few years before I can even think about something like that though.

[Xtrema]

How about cutting 500lbs off curb weight which is what the 1 series is all should be about anyway.

[signature7]

I concur with Xtrema, any idea of the pricing? I'd still go for an M3 coupe than this but it looks very nice.

[Altezza]

Originally posted by Xtrema
How about cutting 500lbs off curb weight which is what the 1 series is all should be about anyway.

Braking and cooling those brakes sees to be such a big emphasis for this vehicle. I concur, needs a diet.

[Mibz]

Somebody with actual skill can feel free to make a better version:
http://members.shaw.ca/mibz/m1.png

[bjstare]

^ haha

[scat19]

Broom broom!

[Sugarphreak]

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[funkedelic2]

Thats going to be one crazy car. The 135i is amazing, i loved this car when i test drove one but i didn't like how it looked and i found it to be a bit too small. The 1 series has a huge fan base though, so this thing will do great.

[911fever]

i find it ugly and the 1 series disappoints me. BMW is planning on making another car cheaper than the 1 series as well, which will cheapen the brand even more. 50 more hp? What a joke.