Video: 2014 F80 M3 Hits Track Again in Best Live Action Yet

southlight · 04-01-2012, 12:18 PM

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Video: 2014 F80 M3 Hits the Track Again in Best Live Action Yet

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Lovely Spring days bring warmer weather but it also returns BMW prototypes to Nürburgring testing, and we've just spied on video the king of all current BMW prototypes - the much-anticipated F80 M3 Sedan. Powered by an inline 6 or V6 displacing more than 3 litres good for roughly 450hp and featuring up to 3 turbos (with possible electric turbo), the new M3 is set to be better than its predecessor in any and every regard, as usual. We put our money on an inline 6, particularly after an insider recently chimed in saying that the decision had been made to go with the inline engine.

BMW will again offer both a 6-speed manual and an (optional) 7-speed double clutch transmission for the M3.

As we've oft repeated, the new 2014 F80 M3 may be the only M3 model BMW will offer for the next generation as rumors suggest that the F82 Coupe and F83 Convertible versions may be renamed to M4. Expect the F80 M3 to hit the European market sometime in late 2013 with U.S. launch to follow in early 2014.

If you're one of those guys who (understandably) lament the fact that the marvelous S65 V8 powering the current M3 is will be phased out for an inline-6 or v6, check out this video to realize it will still be a unique car and engine. Or as Dr. Nitschke, President at BMW M, told us recently: "We'll surprise you with this car." I love surprises, so we can't wait to see what you've got in store for us, BMW.

Follow our F80 M3 coverage and discussions HERE.

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Neema · 04-02-2012, 11:37 AM

Awesome! We've been loving our F30 and can't wait for it in M trim!

3XTR3M3 · 04-02-2012, 11:43 AM

I'm more anxious to hear the specs of this car than to actually see it!

Daft · 04-02-2012, 11:43 AM

I hope the production model doesn't sound like that. The S65 sounds so much better.

sA x sKy · 04-02-2012, 11:43 AM

Sweet!

JohnCena · 04-02-2012, 11:46 AM

Pretty positive Tri Turbo INLINE 6 fellas

Rich@GTBPerformance · 04-02-2012, 11:49 AM

That definitely sounds like an Inline 6.

JDy80 · 04-02-2012, 11:53 AM

Pretty sweet, but hearing the S65 follow it was even sweeter. Hopefully the sound changes on the production car (and hopefully not piping it through the speakers)

gary88 · 04-02-2012, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Rich@GTBPerformance

That definitely sounds like an Inline 6.

+1

mookie45 · 04-02-2012, 11:57 AM

I can't wait to see the hp/tq numbers after some performance mods. This car is going to be an absolute beast!

0-60Motorsports · 04-02-2012, 12:08 PM

Sounds awesome! so bassy!

ATX78703 · 04-02-2012, 12:08 PM

god i cant believe 2014 for us debut when soooo much testing has already been done - it looks so close to production.

on another note, this tri-turbo electric setup will end the "turbocharge vs. supercharge" debate. It will truly be a have-ur-cake-and-eat-it-to setup. NO compromises!!

mpower4life · 04-02-2012, 12:12 PM

Hhhmm the merc wagon went from behind to in front... E92 was on its ass... What does this mean perhaps??

Ghost335 · 04-02-2012, 12:12 PM

Can't wait. I want it NOW

Kinder · 04-02-2012, 12:15 PM

I don't think it's an I6, there is a fart sound, which is specific to the V8 (design of the intake/exhaust), so I think it's a V6. And the sound is way too deep for an I6. But...

we'll see

Mdynamic · 04-02-2012, 12:20 PM

My money is on the inline 6.

P.S. love when the e92 was chasing the F80!

kwsw · 04-02-2012, 12:37 PM

Hopefully there is some S54 type rasp when its done

3s-a-charm · 04-02-2012, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mdynamic

My money is on the inline 6.

P.S. love when the e92 was chasing the F80!

e92 was like, "come on, come on, hurry up!"

Blindside_137 · 04-02-2012, 12:40 PM

sweeet

James T. Kirk · 04-02-2012, 12:42 PM

Looks really big.
.

Rich@GTBPerformance · 04-02-2012, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James T. Kirk

Looks really big.
.

It is the sedan though. F82 should be a bit smaller.

GOLFFRR · 04-02-2012, 12:55 PM

sweet converge. Sounds pretty good

04-01-2012, 12:18 PM	#1
southlight Moderator / European Editor Drives: BMW Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany Posts: 6,633 iTrader: (0)	Video: 2014 F80 M3 Hits Track Again in Best Live Action Yet BIMMERPOST NEWS Video: 2014 F80 M3 Hits the Track Again in Best Live Action Yet 162 COMMENTS Tweet Lovely Spring days bring warmer weather but it also returns BMW prototypes to Nürburgring testing, and we've just spied on video the king of all current BMW prototypes - the much-anticipated F80 M3 Sedan. Powered by an inline 6 or V6 displacing more than 3 litres good for roughly 450hp and featuring up to 3 turbos (with possible electric turbo), the new M3 is set to be better than its predecessor in any and every regard, as usual. We put our money on an inline 6, particularly after an insider recently chimed in saying that the decision had been made to go with the inline engine. BMW will again offer both a 6-speed manual and an (optional) 7-speed double clutch transmission for the M3. As we've oft repeated, the new 2014 F80 M3 may be the only M3 model BMW will offer for the next generation as rumors suggest that the F82 Coupe and F83 Convertible versions may be renamed to M4. Expect the F80 M3 to hit the European market sometime in late 2013 with U.S. launch to follow in early 2014. If you're one of those guys who (understandably) lament the fact that the marvelous S65 V8 powering the current M3 is will be phased out for an inline-6 or v6, check out this video to realize it will still be a unique car and engine. Or as Dr. Nitschke, President at BMW M, told us recently: "We'll surprise you with this car." I love surprises, so we can't wait to see what you've got in store for us, BMW. Follow our F80 M3 coverage and discussions HERE. Share this story OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE We Tour the BMW M Studio at M HQ and Get Up Close to Some F80 M3 Sedans BMW M CEO Nitschke Discusses Electric Steering for M3/M4, AWD for M, Etc. We Imagine the BMW F82 M4 Laying Down Some Rubber
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04-02-2012, 11:37 AM	#2
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04-02-2012, 11:43 AM	#3
3XTR3M3 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: E92 AW M3 6MT Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: LA Posts: 1,545 iTrader: (1)	I'm more anxious to hear the specs of this car than to actually see it! __________________

04-02-2012, 11:43 AM	#4
Daft Captain Drives: 2011 ZCP E92 M3 & 2003 E46 M3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 819 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 BMW M3 [4.82] 2003 BMW M3 [5.00]	I hope the production model doesn't sound like that. The S65 sounds so much better. __________________ 2011 M3 ZCP \| ESS SUPERCHARGED \| AKRAPOVIC EVOLUTION \| 20" HRE P40 \| BREMBO BBK \| B&G SPRINGS

04-02-2012, 11:49 AM	#7
Rich@GTBPerformance Bimmerpost Gold Supporting Vendor Drives: A hard bargain Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 6,424 iTrader: (4)	That definitely sounds like an Inline 6. __________________ Your Home For Premium BMW Aftermarket Parts www.gtbperformance.com \| sales@gtbperformance.com \| Facebook \| 973 429 2839

04-02-2012, 11:43 AM	#5
sA x sKy Banned Drives: One Slow Matte Black N55 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 1,682 iTrader: (2)	Sweet!

04-02-2012, 11:46 AM	#6
JohnCena Banned Drives: VO Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: MERICA Posts: 212 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 1 Series M ... [0.00]	Pretty positive Tri Turbo INLINE 6 fellas

04-02-2012, 11:53 AM	#8
JDy80 Captain Drives: 2010 E90 M3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 717 iTrader: (0)	Pretty sweet, but hearing the S65 follow it was even sweeter. Hopefully the sound changes on the production car (and hopefully not piping it through the speakers) __________________ 2003 Cobra -> 2010 BMW e90 M3 - Space Grey - Black on Carbon Leather Int. - BRILLIANT CAR!!

04-02-2012, 11:57 AM	#10
mookie45 Second Lieutenant Drives: 2010 Jet Black 328i Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Weston Posts: 269 iTrader: (0)	I can't wait to see the hp/tq numbers after some performance mods. This car is going to be an absolute beast!

04-02-2012, 12:08 PM	#11
0-60Motorsports Captain Drives: BMW M3 JB 04 Coupe Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kingdom of Bahrain Posts: 867 iTrader: (1)	Sounds awesome! so bassy! __________________ Current Mods: GC Coilovers, Eibach Sways, RE RTABs/RSMs/RCAs, INTRAVEE II + Alpine KCA-420i, Black Roundels, ///MFEST Badges, Depo's, Screen protector for OEM 16:9 display, VCSL Bumper + Race Lip, CF Boot, CF Rear Diffusor, DIETZ TV in Motion, AP Headers, RT Cats, Oem exhaust + 80mm tips, Z8 Starter Button, Lamin-X, GM SMG Paddles, 0-60 Steering, OEM CSL interior, OEM CSL Intake, EVOLVE Tune, BBS CH's, 3K AE's & Low Beams, FX-R Proj

04-02-2012, 12:08 PM	#12
ATX78703 Captain Drives: 2011 328i Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 717 iTrader: (0)	god i cant believe 2014 for us debut when soooo much testing has already been done - it looks so close to production. on another note, this tri-turbo electric setup will end the "turbocharge vs. supercharge" debate. It will truly be a have-ur-cake-and-eat-it-to setup. NO compromises!! __________________ 2011 X5 xDrive 35i Premium - 8AT, Cnv, Tch, 3rd Row, Cmfrt 2011 328i 4dr, 6MT - Sprt, Prm, Cmfrt

04-02-2012, 12:12 PM	#13
mpower4life Private Drives: E36 Avus Blue M3 / E39 M5 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 84 iTrader: (0)	Hhhmm the merc wagon went from behind to in front... E92 was on its ass... What does this mean perhaps??

04-02-2012, 12:12 PM	#14
Ghost335 Shake and Bake Drives: 07 White/Biege 335i loaded Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 36 iTrader: (0)	Can't wait. I want it NOW

04-02-2012, 12:15 PM	#15
Kinder Enlisted Member Drives: E39 M5 / Stolen&burned down :( Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: North Posts: 47 iTrader: (0)	I don't think it's an I6, there is a fart sound, which is specific to the V8 (design of the intake/exhaust), so I think it's a V6. And the sound is way too deep for an I6. But... we'll see

04-02-2012, 12:20 PM	#16
Mdynamic Never abandon the wagon! Drives: Soon to be F31 M-Sport Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: AZ/NV Posts: 25 iTrader: (0)	My money is on the inline 6. P.S. love when the e92 was chasing the F80!

04-02-2012, 12:37 PM	#17
kwsw Captain Drives: With My High Beams On Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Jersey Shore/ Ft Myers FL Posts: 865 iTrader: (3)	Hopefully there is some S54 type rasp when its done

04-02-2012, 12:40 PM	#19
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James T. Kirk Captain of the Enterprise Drives: 2011 1 Series M Coupe Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Alpha Quadrant, Sector 001 Posts: 1,406 iTrader: (0)	Looks really big. . __________________ 2011 1 Series M Coupe VO M3 vs 1M Comparo Review 2011 M3 E90 DCT ZCP (sold) * 2010 335i Sedan (sold) 2005 M3 Convertible (sold) * 2003 325i Sedan (sold)

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