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F80 M3 arrives at the Nurburgring for testing

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F80 M3 arrives at the Nurburgring for testing
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It is always a special thing when a BMW begins development testing at the Nurburgring. Not only does it reassure us BMW faithful that Munich's finest is being properly developed and tested on the world's most hallowed racetrack, it also marks the next step towards final release of the car.

Looking at the car itself, it seems to be an earlier prototype which still retains the body armor protecting it from revealing eyes and cameras. However, it does appear when looking at our earlier more revealing spyphotos and videos that the design is already complete. However, what many of us speculate is not complete is the development and decision on the power train. I include the word decision because as there is debate among enthusiast circles about what will power the next M3, rumors are floating around that BMW is trialing a few different power train options. Rumors have run the gambit from NA V8 to FI I6 and even FI V6.

At this point, anyone's guess is good, but what we do know is that market launch of the next M3 is expected in 2013. And judging by history, when a new 3er hits the Nurgburgring for testing, it is revealed to the public within 1 year. So set your clocks and start saving those pennies, we are getting nearer.

UPDATE 10/19: We've added new spyshots of two more F80 M3 prototypes which were spotted testing at and nearby the Nurburgring. Both cars seem to be advanced prototypes with full -- albeit camouflaged -- aerodynamics and quad exhaust pipes. If we had to guess, BMW still hasn't decided on the final engine and is testing several options back to back.

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