CamB
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Hmmm, $10k more than an RS3. Would rather the 1M for the extra $10% but curious given they're the same 40k pounds in the UK. Might be spec differences...
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The wiper was a good investment regardless, there's not many '92 DTM parts floating about.
I was going to buy it and just shelve it for when I get another E30 M3
I do wonder though - perhaps there are actually quite a few '92 DTM parts floating around in people sheds "waiting for the day".
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A different question - why the excitement on the 1M compared to the Z4M?
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So what if you have only one car parking space?
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TRicky territory for them - needs to fit in the range.
- more than a 1M (turbo 6), but avoid being a hotted up 335i.
- less than an M5 (turbo 8).
It will be very interesting to see what they come up with.
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Good plan!
Being honest, I'm still in two minds as to whether I should have got a flappy paddle shiftered car (there were good reasons, in particular lack of alternative). Perhaps I'm just rationalising my decision, but so far I think it hasn't ruined the driving experience (like I had always assumed it would).
And while it does depend on what I like, rather than YOU ... I'm wound up a little by the d-bag (the one inexpertly drifting the 1M around a giant skidpan in the 2nd video) implying a DCT driver doesn't "get it". I get it, I'm just currently a little more open-minded.
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Since neither are supercars or race cars, I guess what's the harm in a decent DSG/DCT/PDK/S-Tronic/whatever Nissan's one is called/etc....
Besides "ultimate driving machine" is a BMW marketing term. They offer it in DCT. DCT must be ultimate.
Back on topic... it's good to see the 1M isn't compromised in the handling department (quite the opposite - looks a handful).
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Someone should tell several supercar manufacturers they're doing it wrong then...
So a better question - what's more "ultimate drive":
- manual gearbox, H shift pattern
- manual gearbox, sequential (proper race setup)
Assuming its the latter (surely the thrill of driving isn't moving through an H pattern), is the thrill of driving using a clutch? And given real race cars flatshift on the way up, that only leaves using the clutch for the downshifts, and rev-matching/double de-clutch?
So on the basis the ultimate drive isn't an H pattern or using a clutch to shift up, it must be double de-clutching on downshifts. What if you can't do it? What if, worse, you choose not to?
(After that mini-rant, and in your defence, Porsche won't make the GT3 in PDK )
The most interesting thing I've found about my Golf is that the DSG took me several weeks to get used to properly. I formed a view on the test drives which were partly correct - there are things I thought were fine that I'm not so sure about now (like it short shifting into 6th gear at 60kph, which is well off boost and feels sluggish), and things I didn't realise (basically its brutally efficient when driving fast).
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Then...."If you bought an M3 with the Automatic transmission, then you are a f**ken poser" Love it!!!
(Yes, he means that horrid DCT thingy)
What's wrong with the DCT? I now have a Golf with DSG and despite expecting to hate it (I went shopping for manuals ones) I actually think its good. I'd rather different shift points in D mode (it prioritises fuel economy), but otherwise happy.
Its less involving and requires less skill than a manual, but on the flipside it offers perfect flat-shift up and rev matched down every single time.
Is the BMW version bad? Or is it simply the dude being precious? They have a manual mode...
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Interesting - I didn't know that could be done. Are many bits needed?
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I'd seen that and marvelled at the km too. My opinion - it would be a good price if the low km mean its in well above avg condition ... but the SMG reduces value significantly so I'm not surprised it hasn't sold (ie I think its a touch high for an SMG).
You could always convert to 3 pedals - I've got a getrag 6spd with everything (I think) you'd need except the trim around the stick, the gear knob and master cylinder (ie, I have the box, mount, prop shaft, linkages / shift cradle, slave cylinder and hard line, pedals). Would sell for $1750.
I also have a '96 M3 sedan in Byzanz Metallic (<140k km, NZ new, 6 spd, I've replaced/upgraded a lot of parts) which I should sell as I've bought a new car, so if you're feeling like a sedan... send me a PM.
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LHD's only practice (although car parks and overtaking remain a pain).
I saw the numberplate "strat1" on an X5 in Shortland St the other day... what are the chances?
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LHD - that'd help on the downpipe(s).
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Have you seen these, which I'm selling?
http://www.bimmersport.co.nz/forums/index....showtopic=36235
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It won't be strong if you don't put an LSD in or weld it (a one wheel skid with big power will eventually destruct the spider gears).
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1 Series M
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Yeah that's the car I saw, but without the stripes. It had that plate (or a derivative).
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Last time I looked at the lvvta thresholds it said the lines had to be one piece (ie swaged ends, not fittings that you can assemble).
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And if you get all keen on this:
you are limited to medium case, however maybe graft an E28 back end in, including subframe , axles and diff. they are a lot stronger
got one here with a large case LSD, 307 ratio
cheers
Jon
I can sell you a 3.64 large case ring and pinion (not that easy to find).
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And if so, its a very good price IMHO.
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Some of it is the US$ getting weaker - oil price in US$ has gone up a little.
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The stock wheels are back on and I'll get some pics and you'll see the car for sale soon.
I have been a traitor - gone for a Mk6 Golf. Too much going on in my life to have a daily car that was effectively part project car.
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No tyres, although I have a couple of half-worn Toyo T1R in 225/45R17 I could chuck in at the asking price.
Will reply re: PM sent.
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As I'm in the process of changing cars, these wheels are for sale:
- BBS LM 089
- 17x8"
- official offset is +41, but with reverse mounted rims its now ~ +35
- as you can see from the pics, fully refurbished with polished rims (which were essentially uncurbed before polishing and are now perfect) and powdercoated centres
- fit on my E36 M3 with 235/40R17 either end, as per the pics
- were only on the car for ~1,000km
- only negative in my opinion is that 2x centre caps are held on with double sided tape as the prongs are broken off (they were like that when I bought them).
Price - $1750, which I think is pretty fair as these are (a) difficult to find; ( expensive to refurbish; and © basically perfect.
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1 Series M
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I'm sure I saw one on the Ellerslie/Penrose offramp on Friday - white. Looked like a rollerskate with the fatty tyres. Pretty cool.
Its amazing they can get the weight so high (ditto a Golf R, for what its worth). I bet that it hides that bulk well though.
BMW 1 M Coupe on Top Gear
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All that's doing is confirming BMW NZ is choosing to gouge. Charming.