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      02-23-2014, 09:05 AM   #71
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Bummer, too, that the F80 is 50lbs (23kg) heavier than the F82. So DCT sedan is almost *140lbs* heavier than a manual coupe. That is noticeable, though not surprising.
Yes, however, viewing the glass as half full rather than half empty the new M3 with M-DCT is probably a full 100 lb lighter than the current M3 with M-DCT!
Didn't mean to sound half empty and appreciate the weight savings overall. Wish I could justify a 6MT coupe!
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