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Official: BMW M3 GTSThis is a discussion on Official: BMW M3 GTS within the 3 Series forums, part of the BMW category; Originally Posted by martinbo Let me guess, this internet forum trump card won't even be available in right hand drive. ... |
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11-07-2009, 08:23 AM
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I don't think it matters anyway. I highly doubt you'd be able to register this car in a lot of markets. If you are one of the lucky 100 to purchase one, you would probably only ever use it on track days given that it lacks the practicality and comforts demanded of everyday use. If this is the case, then LHD/RHD doesn't really matter.
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11-07-2009, 09:00 AM
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 | Sure, I recognise that - the only point I'm raising is about this car's ultimate relevance. The cool thing about a CSL was that it made a good road and a great track car. Similarly, a 911 GT3 and GT3 RS will do too - and all of the aforementioned were/are available in RHD. Relevance? Well, if one should be in the fortunate position to import an M3 GTS into SA, it would be solely for track work as the car can't be licensed for road use. Legislation down here prevents the registration of LHD vehicles younger than a certain age. I'm absolutely certain that this GTS will be a spectacular performer around a circuit but this doesn't change the fact that this car is the sole preserve of only the most fanatical of BMW customers who truly do have the means. I suppose BMW Motorsport had some spare cash lying around in the 2010 Formula One budget before it got axed. Will I get as excited about this car as I did the CSL? Not even close.
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| What is it, other than the SA reasons, that could make it so hard to get this car registered? I agree, the CSL was a gem and I think it will prove to be the more relevant one. Furthermore, why would they not build RHD vehicles? The UK was a monster market for the CSL...
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11-07-2009, 11:45 AM
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The brakes, DSG transmission, rear wing, front valance, suspension are not LHD-specific items. | |
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11-07-2009, 04:26 PM
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Strange. Because this is the new CSL. Just with a new name and some extra downforce in the form of a giant spoiler. I don't think the CSL was even made for right hand drive either... Oh well, can't make everyone happy I guess. For what it is worth for you, you can have an airco and a backseat too in this car if you want.
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Ohhhh if I don't own one of those I'm gonna die... It's my only dream car now f... the rest... AdvEvo I really hope you get one  In my case I must wait atleast a year and I'm not sure I'll get one. I hope that after one year there will be some for sale on the market and not overpriced. You ordered it without klima and radio ? | |
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