First Ever BMW F80 M3 Video for a Live Look and Listen! Sounds of V6.

southlight · 09-28-2011, 01:31 PM

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First Ever BMW F80 M3 Video for a Live Look and Listen! Sounds of V6.

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Exciting news! After several sets of spy shots and news of the F80 M3 sedan getting its approval, we're happy to finally share the very first spy video of the 2014 M3 Sedan, internally dubbed the F80. As usual, this video provides a much more dynamic impression of the car than photos. No surprise that the new M3 looks very planted as it's sitting fairly low and shows no body roll in these (admittedly) urban driving scenes. Overall, the M3 with its M bumpers and bulging wheel arches looks pugnacious and much more aggressive than the F30 3-series in the F30 spy photos/videos.

What's new in this video besides the live view and sounds? Looking at the F80 from behind, you can finally make out the limited slip differential and two mid pipes running from the engine to the mufflers (screen caps below).

The F80's seamless gear changes suggest that this car is equipped with DCT transmission, but expect a manual transmission to be also available -- hopefully globally.

So... what does it sound like? This may be a subjective criteria, but we think the engine/exhaust sounds terrific. We've listened to it about a dozen times but it does NOT sound like an inline-6 to us. We believe that this particular prototype is probably fitted with a Biturbo V6 (one of the engines being considered all along). For many, it's blasphemy to even think about a V6 for any BMW model, but consider this -- what's not to like about a high output bespoke V6 Biturbo? Keep in mind that this is also just a prototype so the car's sounds are surely still being tuned.

Expect a maximum power output in the ballpark of 450hp, which should be more than adequate as the new M3 is likely to weigh less than its predecessor.

According to a reliable source, the BMW F80 M3 Sedan will likely have its market launch in summer 2013 with the F82 M4 Coupe to debut in 2014. As we reported earlier, the E90 M3 sedan will end production this October while the E92/3 M3 coupe and convertible will be produced through June 2012 at least.

Be sure to follow our complete F80/F82 M3 coverage @ http://www.bimmerpost.com/m3/f30m3/

Pictured: limited slip differential and two mid pipes

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And for fun, here's a look back at the very first E90/E92 M3 spy video - from August 24, 2006:

Justin Spelman · 09-28-2011, 03:09 PM

Woah nice. Finally!

Definitely sounds more guttural. Can't wait to hear them really get on it. And I like the burble.

InTheNightKitchen · 09-28-2011, 03:13 PM

Def a six in there from the sound.

MPower10s · 09-28-2011, 03:14 PM

sounds exotic

epiphone3 · 09-28-2011, 03:15 PM

sounds vicious! Love the flared arches front and back as well!

shanecarmaster1 · 09-28-2011, 03:19 PM

I will not buy a V6 BMW.

M-Power111 · 09-28-2011, 03:20 PM

MMMMMMMMM

heart_doctor · 09-28-2011, 03:21 PM

Sweet! I want one!

G2G · 09-28-2011, 03:21 PM

exciting!

SG335Xi · 09-28-2011, 03:24 PM

It sounds like any four banger turbo car with no muffler..... not impressed...

MusclezMarinara · 09-28-2011, 03:27 PM

These guys love flippin the bird lol

TopRankBMW · 09-28-2011, 03:30 PM

woah they have the new range rover evoque in europe already!!!

mtechnik3 · 09-28-2011, 03:31 PM

Thanks for the video, sounds pretty good. The stance looks aggressive. I think the new sedan will have nice lines and curves. The M3 may be my next BMW in about 3 years or so! Looking forward to more coverage.

Bols · 09-28-2011, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SG335Xi

It sounds like any four banger turbo car with no muffler..... not impressed...

I'd be thrilled if my four banger sounded even half like this

Really hope we get to hear it roar in high rpm soon, that's what defines M's and makes me recognize them even before I turn my head.

nlpamg · 09-28-2011, 03:34 PM

looks and sounds pretty good.

I recognize that street! the person taking the video must have camped outside of BMW M in Munich, lol.

BenTrovato · 09-28-2011, 03:35 PM

Looking good, I have a feeling the 6 cylinder is going to turn out great.

SG335Xi · 09-28-2011, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bols

I'd be thrilled if my four banger sounded even half like this

Really hope we get to hear it roar in high rpm soon, that's what defines M's and makes me recognize them even before I turn my head.

Take your muffler off once; you'd be surprised! It'll sound like a Mack Truck.

allerena · 09-28-2011, 03:43 PM

did anyone noticed the headlights... no LED.. they even look e90ish.... with that said IT SOUNDS GREAT! I think it's time to start saving soe cash...

BK · 09-28-2011, 03:47 PM

Maybe I've been out of the loop, but I thought we weren't going to get an M3 sedan this time around. Is this unlikely to make it to the US (only the coupe)? I'd like a sedan.

positiveions · 09-28-2011, 03:47 PM

sounds really good; especially when it is mated with a DKG

Smokey · 09-28-2011, 03:48 PM

Looks imposing, especially the front view. Nice

M5007 · 09-28-2011, 03:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shanecarmaster1

I will not buy a V6 BMW.

Why not? No faith in BMW engineering?

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southlight Moderator / European Editor 1590 Rep 6,752 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	First Ever BMW F80 M3 Video for a Live Look and Listen! Sounds of V6. BIMMERPOST NEWS First Ever BMW F80 M3 Video for a Live Look and Listen! Sounds of V6. 165 COMMENTS Tweet Exciting news! After several sets of spy shots and news of the F80 M3 sedan getting its approval, we're happy to finally share the very first spy video of the 2014 M3 Sedan, internally dubbed the F80. As usual, this video provides a much more dynamic impression of the car than photos. No surprise that the new M3 looks very planted as it's sitting fairly low and shows no body roll in these (admittedly) urban driving scenes. Overall, the M3 with its M bumpers and bulging wheel arches looks pugnacious and much more aggressive than the F30 3-series in the F30 spy photos/videos. What's new in this video besides the live view and sounds? Looking at the F80 from behind, you can finally make out the limited slip differential and two mid pipes running from the engine to the mufflers (screen caps below). The F80's seamless gear changes suggest that this car is equipped with DCT transmission, but expect a manual transmission to be also available -- hopefully globally. So... what does it sound like? This may be a subjective criteria, but we think the engine/exhaust sounds terrific. We've listened to it about a dozen times but it does NOT sound like an inline-6 to us. We believe that this particular prototype is probably fitted with a Biturbo V6 (one of the engines being considered all along). For many, it's blasphemy to even think about a V6 for any BMW model, but consider this -- what's not to like about a high output bespoke V6 Biturbo? Keep in mind that this is also just a prototype so the car's sounds are surely still being tuned. Expect a maximum power output in the ballpark of 450hp, which should be more than adequate as the new M3 is likely to weigh less than its predecessor. According to a reliable source, the BMW F80 M3 Sedan will likely have its market launch in summer 2013 with the F82 M4 Coupe to debut in 2014. As we reported earlier, the E90 M3 sedan will end production this October while the E92/3 M3 coupe and convertible will be produced through June 2012 at least. Be sure to follow our complete F80/F82 M3 coverage @ http://www.bimmerpost.com/m3/f30m3/ Pictured: limited slip differential and two mid pipes And for fun, here's a look back at the very first E90/E92 M3 spy video - from August 24, 2006: Last edited by Moderator; 09-28-2011 at 06:06 PM..
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Justin Spelman Private 21 Rep 89 Posts Drives: Waiting on next M3 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cali iTrader: (0)	Woah nice. Finally! Definitely sounds more guttural. Can't wait to hear them really get on it. And I like the burble.
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mtechnik3 Colonel 422 Rep 2,475 Posts Drives: 2020 M2C Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: WA iTrader: (23)	Thanks for the video, sounds pretty good. The stance looks aggressive. I think the new sedan will have nice lines and curves. The M3 may be my next BMW in about 3 years or so! Looking forward to more coverage. __________________ 2020 /// M2 Competition Past: 2016 435i ZHP Edition \| 2013 335i \| 2011 135i \| 2008 328i \| 2006 325i
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