BMW M4 caught out on the streets of Detroit

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

See if you can guess where it will be on the NAIAS stand?

Can't wait for some new info!

[Suave]

I sure hope they are not using the same prototype used in Dec 2013 because this looks exactly the same. I am hoping for different colors for both models. I also noticed the wheels on this shot are still that blend of silver and black but other wheels have seen are solid black. I sure hope its solid black cause I am not feeling the blend at all! Other than that bring on the launch!

[Suave]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

See if you can guess where it will be on the NAIAS stand?

Right in front of the M logo with the rolling platform of course

[Falafel Combo]

Not sure why some folks are surprised by the size/length. It looks like a pretty accurate representation of the actual dimensions. No distortion. Have you seen an f30 or f32 in real life? The things are HUGE! 5/6 series territory.

[SCOTT26]

Originally Posted by Suave

I sure hope they are not using the same prototype used in Dec 2013 because this looks exactly the same. I am hoping for different colors for both models. I also noticed the wheels on this shot are still that blend of silver and black but other wheels have seen are solid black. I sure hope its solid black cause I am not feeling the blend at all! Other than that bring on the launch!

That's the M4 that will be in Cobo. Notice the US specification reflectors
Austin Yellow M4 and Yas Marina Blue for the M3. No other colors.

[angelc5]

Don't like the yellow side markers, first thing I'm going to change.

[SD ///M4]

Originally Posted by swanson

http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/ne...-early-detroit:

"The new M3 saloon and M4 coupé will be unveiled at the Detroit show next week and UK sales will start next May."

Fixed.

[The Fatal Gamer]

Someone explain this to me please, how the heck are these people driving this car on PSS tires in such cold weather? Isn't this dangerous? The video that was taken in NJ a few weeks ago also had the car with the PSS tires when new jersey was in the middle of the snow storm. Surely BMW isn't that stupid?

[Falafel Combo]

Originally Posted by The Fatal Gamer

Someone explain this to me please, how the heck are these people driving this car on PSS tires in such cold weather? Isn't this dangerous? The video that was taken in NJ a few weeks ago also had the car with the PSS tires when new jersey was in the middle of the snow storm. Surely BMW isn't that stupid?

As long as there is no/minimal snow on the ground and you drive it judiciously, it's not a big it deal. Just have slightly less traction until the tires warm up, that's all.

[richardg]

Yeah that's detroit. I think maybe I should go hunting for it. lol

[19x]

Originally Posted by The Fatal Gamer

Someone explain this to me please, how the heck are these people driving this car on PSS tires in such cold weather? Isn't this dangerous? The video that was taken in NJ a few weeks ago also had the car with the PSS tires when new jersey was in the middle of the snow storm. Surely BMW isn't that stupid?

PSS are very decent tires in cold weather. Surprisingly, their grip in cold weather is very good. Even when it's wet, as long as there is no snow.

I drive on my PSS all winter long. Granted, I never drive on snowy or icy days. That would be suicide.

PSS is the best summer performance tire for winter. And I tried many. I strongly advise against using summer tires during winter. But if you have to get by this way, PSS is the one to choose.

[GOLFFRR]

so excited to see what all is released next week.

[Jockey]

Originally Posted by The Fatal Gamer

Someone explain this to me please, how the heck are these people driving this car on PSS tires in such cold weather? Isn't this dangerous? The video that was taken in NJ a few weeks ago also had the car with the PSS tires when new jersey was in the middle of the snow storm. Surely BMW isn't that stupid?

I drive my PSS all the time in winter below freezing. Like everyone else has said, if there is snow or ice on the ground, then I won't drive it. They do just fine in cold weather. Not the same amount of grip as when it's warm, but they do just fine.

[Suave]

Originally Posted by SD Z4MR

Fixed.

Nice Catch! Sure hope ED starts in May as well. Would love to have my car back in states by June to enjoy the summer.

[Dawko]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

That's the M4 that will be in Cobo. Notice the US specification reflectors
Austin Yellow M4 and Yas Marina Blue for the M3. No other colors.

Scott, any chance the M3 will also be shown at the Brussels Auto show next week? I know the M4 will be present but I don't have any info on the M3.

[sal501]

Originally Posted by karbonphiber

ya...something looks off... like the back half of the car is stretched!?!?

Possibly due to wideangle lens being used to capture the pic.

[jjm1970]

Originally Posted by Suave

I also noticed the wheels on this shot are still that blend of silver and black but other wheels have seen are solid black. I sure hope its solid black cause I am not feeling the blend at all! Other than that bring on the launch!

I actually think they are completely black, and appear silver/black because of reflection. If you look at the pic where the car is turning, they look completely black. I've noticed this effect in other pics as well. I want completely black wheels also.

[Suave]

Well here is the bad news. Just got my Car and Driver today and there is a close up of wheels. I'm pretty sure this is it

[Suave]

Originally Posted by jjmontesanto

I actually think they are completely black, and appear silver/black because of reflection. If you look at the pic where the car is turning, they look completely black. I've noticed this effect in other pics as well. I want completely black wheels also.

Check out my post above..not so excited about This :

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by Suave

Well here is the bad news. Just got my Car and Driver today and there is a close up of wheels. I'm pretty sure this is it

I think that's just black reflecting the lighting. Check out the wheels in the Mineral White thread - those are definitely all black.

[Suave]

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

I think that's just black reflecting the lighting. Check out the wheels in the Mineral White thread - those are definitely all black.

I know the inner rim is all black. I am talking about the spokes which are clearly two tone. I want all black and yes we have seen other spied cars were entire wheel is black which is my hope!!

[Suave]

Comparing the wheel on the MW car to the one above these are different than above. If you look close enough the black on this wheel looks like it's a cover for the two tone silver/black rims shown in car and driver. Guess we will know for sure soon enough.