M3/M4 [Spy Shots] 2014 BMW M3 (Impressions, SpyPhotos, Renderings)

[ACE]

Before you go the full Kanye...

The ACTUAL sound of the car is amplified through the cars sound system now. Which is how it will be from now on.

I know that already. Putting a microphone in the engine bay and amplifying the sound through the speakers is a feature that I don't want. All I am asking for is the ability to turn it off. I know I am not the only one that would like to turn Active Sound Design off.

 

[klier]

The ones from the CRT?

Will they come straight off the CRT? (Not that I am complaining about that btw)

 

[PC Valkyrie]

Before you go the full Kanye...

The ACTUAL sound of the car is amplified through the cars sound system now. Which is how it will be from now on.

I would think BMW doesn't have to resort to this type of gimmick if their cars deliver good performance for the money. Good handling, good driving feel and good balance of the chassis when pushing hard are what's most important for a M3/M4 driver.

Presumably, the goal of amplifying the engine noise through the sound system is to create a more "emotional" driving experience that they think has been lost by moving to a twin turbo setup. Knowing this, it just seems like BMW is trying to make their cars "more" than they actually are. I personally don't care much about engine sound......the twin turbo N54 engine in my 135i already sounds good enough for me. If sound is so important, get an AMG car or screaming high revving naturally aspirated Ferrari or Porsche.

 

[PanterroR]

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[JLBM]

I would think BMW doesn't have to resort to this type of gimmick if their cars deliver good performance for the money. Good handling, good driving feel and good balance of the chassis when pushing hard are what's most important for a M3/M4 driver.

Presumably, the goal of amplifying the engine noise through the sound system is to create a more "emotional" driving experience that they think has been lost by moving to a twin turbo setup. Knowing this, it just seems like BMW is trying to make their cars "more" than they actually are. I personally don't care much about engine sound......the twin turbo N54 engine in my 135i already sounds good enough for me. If sound is so important, get an AMG car or screaming high revving naturally aspirated Ferrari or Porsche.

But the twin turbo AMG's sound fantastic, so I feel BMW must get this right. BMW are an authentic brand, so fake sound experiences are a little disappointing..

That said, I would take the M5 over the E63 any day. I just love it!

 

[Deckhook]

^It will be interesting to see how this new 4.0v8 Bi-turbo sounds and performs in the up and coming C-class, if there one thing that Mercedes always seem to get right is the sound of their big AMG engines.

 

[warot]

Yas Marina Blue F80. This is incredible:

 

[Betty Swollocks]

Maybe it's reading too much into it but the Abu Dhabi GP is this coming weekend. Maybe an official reveal to coincide? If it's getting an official reveal at Detroit in January then the official release is very close.

 

[mini_cooper4]

OHHHHHH FCUK MEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love it in this color!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Betty Swollocks]

That looks like the Pacific Coast Highway in California.

 

[Betty Swollocks]

Looks very much like Laguna Seca Blue which was a standard colour for the E46 M3.

 

[klier]

It's sick looking for sure!!

 

[warot]

Looks very much like Laguna Seca Blue which was a standard colour for the E46 M3.

Yea, maybe with a hint of Estoril Blue as well. Certainly looks lighter than LSB to me.

Regardless, this thing looks mind blowing to me. The contrast to the CF roof is just insane. IMHO, F80 + YMB = winner (more so than any other colors thus far)

 

[Beemer B773ER]

..and the rear.

 

[SKY]

One of the best M treatments I´ve seen. Really really works on the M3.

I´m about to say I like this more than the M4. Cant tell you why.

 

[Sunny]

I´m about to say I like this more than the M4. Cant tell you why.

Me too, I always preferred the more upright butch stance of the M3 sedans than the sleeker coupes.

 

[martinbo]

Stuck me fupid.

My favourite car in the world... it just stayed my favourite. And, I might add, I think it looks smashing in that blue hue - very close to Porsche's Cobalt Blue no?

 

[warot]

Stuck me fupid.

My favourite car in the world... it just stayed my favourite. And, I might add, I think it looks smashing in that blue hue - very close to Porsche's Cobalt Blue no?

Reminds me of Porsche's Mexico Blue

Order guide:
COLORS
300 – Alpine White
B39 – Mineral Grey Metallic
475 – Black Sapphire Metallic
B50 – Sakhir Orange Metallic
A29 – Silverstone Metallic
B67 – Austin Yellow Metallic
A96 – Mineral White Metallic
B68 – Yas Marina Blue Metallic


INTERIOR UPHOLSTERIES

CSAT – Cloth/Leather combination Carbonstructure Anthracite/Black
X3A9 – Silverstone Full Merino Leather
LKA9 – Silverstone Extended Merino Leather
X3DA – Sakhir Orange/Black Full Merino Leather
LKDA – Sakhir Orange/Black Extended Merino Leather
X3JR – Sonoma Beige Full Merino Leather
LKJR – Sonoma Beige Extended Merino Leather
X3SW – Black Full Merino Leather
LKSW – Black Extended Merino Leather


PACKAGES

Driver Assistance Plus (ZDB)
5AG – Active Blind Spot Detection
5AS – Lane Departure Warning w/Collision Mitigation
5DL – Side and Top View Cameras
8TH – Speed Limit Info

Lighting Package (ZEP)
552 – Full LED Lights
5AC – Automatic high beams

Executive Package (ZEC)
248 – Heated Steering Wheel
322 – Comfort Access keyless entry
3AG – Rear-view camera
502 – Retractable headlight washers
508 – Park Distance Control
610 – Head-up Display
655 – Satellite radio with 1 year subscription
LK – Extended Merino Leather
or X3 – Full Merino Leather


OPTIONS

2MK – M Double-clutch Transmission with Drivelogic
2NK – M Carbon Ceramic Brakes
2VF – Adaptive M Suspension
2VY -19″ Light Alloy Wheel Double-Spoke Style 437 M with Mixed Performance Tires
2VZ – 19″ Black Light-Alloy Wheel Double-Spoke Style 437 M with Mixed Performance Tires
403 – Moonroof (will delete the CFK Roof)
415 – Power rear sunshade
4CE – Anthracite Wood Trim
4LY – Aluminum Blade Interior Trim
5AC - Automatic high beams
5DL - Side and Top View Cameras
5DP – Parking Assistant
688 – Harman Kardon surround sound system
6AN – Concierge Services
6NS – Enhanced USB & Bluetooth plus Smartphone Integration


OPTIONS AMONG LIST OF STANDARD OR 100% OPTIONS

2PN - 18" Light Alloy Wheel V-Spoke Style
459 - Power Seats
4MC - Carbon Fiber Interior Trim
494 - Heated Front Seats
609 - Navigation system
ZMT - Manual Transmission


NOTES:
2NK requires ordering 2VY or 2VZ
4CE will add 4DM to the order
4LY will add 4LX to the order
4MC will add 4LX to the order
5DL requires ordering ZEC
5DP requires order ZEC
CSAT cannot be ordered with ZEC
ZDB requires ordering ZEC
ZLP will delete STD or 100% equipment 522 & 524

 

[SCOTT27]

Yea, maybe with a hint of Estoril Blue as well. Certainly looks lighter than LSB to me.

Regardless, this thing looks mind blowing to me. The contrast to the CF roof is just insane. IMHO, F80 + YMB = winner (more so than any other colors thus far)

In overcast light it is like a metallic Laguna Seca Blue. Works wonders in natural sunlight.
As you can see the car is with the PURSUIT team with the gyro cam for those intricate and dynamic shots.
The car will be filming in Los Angeles but will not appear at the LAIAS.

 

[Sunny]

Stuck me fupid.

My favourite car in the world... it just stayed my favourite. And, I might add, I think it looks smashing in that blue hue - very close to Porsche's Cobalt Blue no?

Mexico Blue or Riviera blue. I get confused, both look very alike.

Cobalt is much darker and metallic.