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I wouldn't written off FWD, Honda Civic Type-R has better ring time then just about anything BMW makes...
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I was kinda expecting a M240i gran coupe with the B58 engine.
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06-30-2019, 06:38 PM | #576 |
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06-30-2019, 08:18 PM | #579 |
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I think the 2 Series Grand Coupe will become successful because the beloved 3 Series is becoming increasingly bloated and ever more expensive. This is definitely a size segment that needs to come back!
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Mercedes has figured out they have to many models, and are planning cuts accordingly. BMW will eventually figure it out and cut their offerings instead of completely whoring it out.
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I want this please! 6MT and RWD 😁
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07-01-2019, 02:48 AM | #585 |
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That body shape and stance does not look very "BMW" at all. It is a sedan version of the new 1 series ... which is underwhelming to say the least. We'll see what the end product looks like but at this stage ... meh!
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That, plus people will complain about the lack of legroom/headroom in such a small platform. It's like BMW makes 4 door vehicles just for the sake of making 4 door vehicles.
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It doesn't look that far off from the e46 330i I'm looking for something along that size and form factor. I think that would go over very well. |
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In fairness, the car with the better ring time was about as cheaty as it gets. It was running on cup2s, had a roll cage, and the interior was stripped down. It’s a fine car but that ring time is absolute bullshit.
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07-01-2019, 09:55 AM | #589 |
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Separate note, going to start calling my car a “Gran Sedan”. If BMW can make up words, I feel like I can too.
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2-series (non-M) is the only BMW model with kind of flat fenders and skinny bottom. There is no muscular feeling compared to 1-3-5 and all other series.
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I await much flame for this comment and maybe BMW approaches these runs differently.
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Looks like journalists and reviewers drove the 2GC today. First Drive Reviews should be out on July 23rd, and official unveiling looks to be in November at the LA Auto Show according to Motor1.
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