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      07-12-2014, 11:12 AM   #1
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Photoshop request: M4 / CSL Style boot lid on F80 M3

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Let me first start by saying it has been terrific seeing people finally taking delivery of this remarkable vehicle both meeting, and in many cases surpassing expectations! I have never been so excited for a vehicle, and honestly with the exception of adding a few minor appearance items, and help of IND, I will be adding black front grills/side markers, and color matched reflectors.
This is primarily due to the fact that to me, this car is visually as close to perfect straight off the line as a car could get. I have not said that often, if ever. Now this is somewhat due to having the opportunity to order all the extra little goodies I typically pass on, or do not find them of interest at the time of order. Only to find myself adding them and retrofitting things down the road.
With that being said, as we all know, the M3 and M4 are very much alike. With the M3 being slightly wider (73.9 vs 73.6) and due to the rear quarter panels being shorter on the M3, visually it allows the width/flare to really stand out in a much more aggressive fashion than the M4. Because the M4 rear quarter being longer, it allows the flares to blend more subtly and over a larger surface area. Personally I love the M3's aggressive flares. Though one of the benefits of the M4, it allowed engineers to utilize a CSL style boot lid, where the M3 gets a nice little "speed bump."
Does anyone know if a CSL boot lid is feasible on the M3 (if only for appearance purposes)? I am sure someone is probably looking into this, if not already working on one as we speak.
Thank you for your time, and I appreciate anyone who might have a chance to photoshop what this might look like (in any color).
Though if you could by chance do it for a Alpine white M3, that would be even better! (after all it is the fastest)

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      07-12-2014, 02:09 PM   #2
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Haha I was actually doing that in my spare time. Will post when done.
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      07-12-2014, 02:42 PM   #3
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Haha I was actually doing that in my spare time. Will post when done.
Terrific, thank you very much! I knew the active minds roaming these forums would be up to something.

Now, strictly from a functional perspective, below is the difference between the two vehicles. BMW did not implement the integrated CSL-type spoiler on the M3 as it did not find a necessity for it upon testing.
Now, for those who might actually need to utilize this for downforce (hey it is possible), I suppose this could potentially have a negative impact.

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The design of the rear end displays striking differences in the two models. The BMW M3 Sedan, for example, is fitted with a Gurney spoiler to reduce lift, while the tailgate of the BMW M4 Coupe features an integrated rear spoiler and is made from particularly lightweight carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic. As well as performing a functional aerodynamic role, the tailgate also contributes significantly to the BMW M4’s standalone design. Indeed, the pair of lines which begin life flanking the power dome in the hood – and score a clearly defined path over the CFRP roof – complete their journey in the trunk lid.
A shared feature of the two models is the prominently flared rear wheel arches which, in combination with the wide track, underline the confident appearance of the BMW M3 and BMW M4. A characteristic BMW M detail of the rear end are the high-gloss polished, now slanting pair of twin exhaust tailpipes, which are framed like jewels by the sculptural rear apron with its integrated diffuser.

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      07-12-2014, 03:06 PM   #4
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Haha I was actually doing that in my spare time. Will post when done.
Can't wait to see it
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      07-12-2014, 04:17 PM   #5
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Want to see this, because stuck on thin spoilers never look good.
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I want to see a "challenge" E90 style. Where it comes back more than it comes "up" if that makes any sense.
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      07-12-2014, 08:43 PM   #7
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I want to see a "challenge" E90 style. Where it comes back more than it comes "up" if that makes any sense.
To me it doesn't to be honest. I can make an F80 'challenge race car' if that's what you mean..?
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I want to see a "challenge" E90 style. Where it comes back more than it comes "up" if that makes any sense.
Are you saying the end of the spoiler curls back toward the rear windshield, more than it bulges upward?
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      07-12-2014, 10:14 PM   #9
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i would never get an aftermarket trunk. fitment is everything for me. none will fit like oem. i don't care what anyone says lol. just my .02
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So.. I'm guessing this is what you wanted to see?

Tried to keep it as CSL-like as possible. But perhaps it still needs to be 'bigger'..?

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      07-13-2014, 07:54 AM   #11
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This is the challenge trunk. When I mean back I mean away from the car. It goes out more than up.
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      07-13-2014, 12:15 PM   #12
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Challenge is too much IMO, the subtle spoiler of the M4 should be perfect if copied to the M3
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      07-13-2014, 02:40 PM   #13
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That is it! Great job, and thank you very much Robin! Your efforts are very much appreciated.
This looks absolutely terrific! I will not be tracking my car at speeds in which the current, slapped on spoiler downforce will be missed, so I hope a vendor pursues this. Actually, a CF replica is really of no concern to me as I will not benefit much from the weight savings, and actually having a rwd, manual in our midwest climate, I might actually benefit from a little extra weight back there.

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So.. I'm guessing this is what you wanted to see?

Tried to keep it as CSL-like as possible. But perhaps it still needs to be 'bigger'..?


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i would never get an aftermarket trunk. fitment is everything for me. none will fit like oem. i don't care what anyone says lol. just my .02
What about if a oem trunk is used, and they simply weld and mold in the additional material to create the spoiler off of the boot lid?
Perhaps they then could take our existing boot lid, maybe in an exchange type deal or something?
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      07-14-2014, 01:18 AM   #15
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What about if a oem trunk is used, and they simply weld and mold in the additional material to create the spoiler off of the boot lid?
Perhaps they then could take our existing boot lid, maybe in an exchange type deal or something?
yeah that would be the route i would take personally.
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What about if a oem trunk is used, and they simply weld and mold in the additional material to create the spoiler off of the boot lid?
Perhaps they then could take our existing boot lid, maybe in an exchange type deal or something?
yeah that would be the route i would take personally.
I agree. Anything less than oem fit and finish, especially on this car, would be a deal breaker.
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So.. I'm guessing this is what you wanted to see?

Tried to keep it as CSL-like as possible. But perhaps it still needs to be 'bigger'..?

This looks amazing
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      07-14-2014, 11:44 AM   #18
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Yep, that looks great!
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I don't like it. Looks bad, like from another car.
A few days ago I met the e90 m3 with the carbon CSL trunk and it looked worsе than the stock one.
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The CSL trunk looks much better to me
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I don't like it. Looks bad, like from another car.
A few days ago I met the e90 m3 with the carbon CSL trunk and it looked worsе than the stock one.
That is not a good look
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I don't like it. Looks bad, like from another car.
A few days ago I met the e90 m3 with the carbon CSL trunk and it looked worsе than the stock one.
Platypus-like trunk! - bit weird!
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