Thread: Valentino Rossi test drives the BMW M3 GTS

Quote: Originally Posted by ///M.EngT well look at the CSL.. what did they sell that brand new? I know they sold in in england for about 60,000 pounds which is about $125,000 U.S. The new motor is bored out to 4.4 l so its a bigger motor... We will see the numbers... and see if its close to the GT3 RS... We really cant assume that the GT3 RS > M3 GTS.... Lets wait. you can't look at the euro price and convert it straight to US...

Quote: Originally Posted by HyphyM3 so you're saying you would pay basically twice the amount of a normal M3? GT3RS starts at $132,000 while the M3 starts at $58,000. That's a lot more money for the same car with aerodynamics, 4.4L, and reduced weight. I mean the GT3RS is only $20k more than a GT3... I really can't see this car being worth over $100k... Would you buy this M3 over a GT3RS if it was the exact same price? I...

Quote: Originally Posted by G3_M3_FY04 Isnt coming to US, but if it would, i would expect it to be priced along a GT3-RS (yes, there are euro metrics out there, but usually auto prices are adjusted for the US market, once and if they come here) damn US regulations and customs and all that crap that keeps the good cars over there.

Quote: Originally Posted by HyphyM3 But were not talking about a 997 carrera. G3_M3_FY04 and I are talking about the cars that it is competing with and the price point. Yes it the M3 GTS was priced at around $78k then that is a great deal for the performance you get. But we all know that's not likely. Realistically seeing what Germany is selling it for 115,000 euros vs. 68000 euros for the base M3. That's 47,000 more. So if we take...

Not really a fan, though I like BMW for producing these 'special editions'. I wish there was more information about it, such as ring times, that is where this car will really set the record straight (or not). If anyone saw that wing on an M3 before knowing that BMW put it on their M3 GTS, they would scream R.I..C.E!!!! But of course, no one dares to say it now, its all subjective isn't it.. Just wait a little, I think the boys...

Quote: Originally Posted by Porshapwr Why are there midgets dancing on the wing? The term is 'little people' you insensitive swine.

Quote: Originally Posted by JYeo Not really a fan, though I like BMW for producing these 'special editions'. I wish there was more information about it, such as ring times, that is where this car will really set the record straight (or not). If anyone saw that wing on an M3 before knowing that BMW put it on their M3 GTS, they would scream R.I..C.E!!!! But of course, no one dares to say it now, its all subjective isn't it.. Just...

It looks even better on the track than it does in those press release photos. So nice.

I want one.

Quote: Originally Posted by HyphyM3 I really don't think they could price it over a GT3 in the US. I would certainly buy a GT3 over the M3 GTS. I would think so as well, but before reviews some out I refuse to downplay this car.