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^^YES!!! But on the GTS.
M3/M4 Official: BMW M3 GTS
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The BMW M3 is a high-performance version of the BMW 3 Series, developed by BMW's in-house motorsport division, BMW M GmbH. M3 models have been produced for every generation of 3 Series since the E30 M3 was introduced in 1986.
The BMW M4 is a high-performance version of the BMW 4 Series automobile developed by BMW's motorsport division, BMW M, that has been built since 2014. As part of the renumbering that splits the coupé and convertible variants of the 3 Series into the 4 Series, the M4 replaced those variants of the BMW M3. Official website: BMW M
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Probably. Even if it wasn't though, there are more than enough reputable shops out there that can do a good paint job.
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Ultimate supercoupé goes out with bang
Last year, BMW celebrated the 25th anniversary of its most popular M car with this lighter, faster, race-bred M3. And Auto Express got its hands on one of the first of the 15 right-hand-drive GTS models on UK soil.
At £117,630, the GTS carries a £64,555 premium over the standard M3 – nearly enough to buy a Porsche 911. BMW’s premise is that this car is for M3 fans who want to take to the track, hence why we drove it at Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire.
For the extra outlay, you get a 75kg weight saving – thanks to polycarbonate side and back windows, a roll cage in place of the back seat, carbon Recaro front chairs, lightweight CSL-style 19-inch wheels and a titanium rear exhaust.
The last of these can be heard loud and clear as there is less cabin soundproofing; it’s raw and full of purpose. For track use, there are five-point harnesses, but barring these and a serial number inscribed in the carbon dash, everything else inside appears standard. Air-con and radio are deleted; bizarrely, cruise control isn’t.
The 190mph GTS further refines the M3’s hallmarks. Hyper communicative to all commands, its heavier steering works perfectly on track, while every millimetre of movement from your right foot translates to forward motion. The car is offered only with a double-clutch paddleshift box, which changes ratio with amazing speed. Understeer is virtually eliminated, and the adjustable suspension gives a surprisingly comfortable ride. The brakes are barely changed from the M3’s; they have less bulk to slow as the new car is lighter.
‘Four’ plays a key role in the GTS’s spec: the cubic capacity has been boosted by 400cc to 4.4 litres. Power is up 24bhp to 444bhp and maximum torque dials in at 440Nm – which is noticeable from lower in the rev range. It all adds up to a remarkable package.
Read more: BMW M3 GTS | First Drives | Auto Express
Last year, BMW celebrated the 25th anniversary of its most popular M car with this lighter, faster, race-bred M3. And Auto Express got its hands on one of the first of the 15 right-hand-drive GTS models on UK soil.
At £117,630, the GTS carries a £64,555 premium over the standard M3 – nearly enough to buy a Porsche 911. BMW’s premise is that this car is for M3 fans who want to take to the track, hence why we drove it at Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire.
For the extra outlay, you get a 75kg weight saving – thanks to polycarbonate side and back windows, a roll cage in place of the back seat, carbon Recaro front chairs, lightweight CSL-style 19-inch wheels and a titanium rear exhaust.
The last of these can be heard loud and clear as there is less cabin soundproofing; it’s raw and full of purpose. For track use, there are five-point harnesses, but barring these and a serial number inscribed in the carbon dash, everything else inside appears standard. Air-con and radio are deleted; bizarrely, cruise control isn’t.
The 190mph GTS further refines the M3’s hallmarks. Hyper communicative to all commands, its heavier steering works perfectly on track, while every millimetre of movement from your right foot translates to forward motion. The car is offered only with a double-clutch paddleshift box, which changes ratio with amazing speed. Understeer is virtually eliminated, and the adjustable suspension gives a surprisingly comfortable ride. The brakes are barely changed from the M3’s; they have less bulk to slow as the new car is lighter.
‘Four’ plays a key role in the GTS’s spec: the cubic capacity has been boosted by 400cc to 4.4 litres. Power is up 24bhp to 444bhp and maximum torque dials in at 440Nm – which is noticeable from lower in the rev range. It all adds up to a remarkable package.
Read more: BMW M3 GTS | First Drives | Auto Express
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Heard that quite too many times in my car just my name is different 
I want the GTS in this color scheme!
I want the GTS in this color scheme!
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BMW M
BMW M GmbH, formerly known as BMW Motorsport GmbH, is a subsidiary of
BMW AG that manufactures high-performance luxury cars. BMW M ("M" for "motorsport")
was initially created to facilitate BMW's racing program, which was very successful
in the 1960s and 1970s. As time passed, BMW M began to supplement BMW's vehicle
portfolio with specially modified higher trim models, for which they are now most
known by the general public. These M-badged cars traditionally include modified engines,
transmissions, suspensions, interior trims, aerodynamics, and exterior modifications
to set them apart from their counterparts. All M models are tested and tuned at BMW's
private facility at the Nürburgring racing circuit in Germany.
Official website: BMW M
Official website: BMW M
