OT: LCI AMG A45

M8 JTD · 09-10-2015, 05:19 AM

Bloody hell!

- Full article here:

http://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-d...5-driven/32881

Nick the Greek · 09-10-2015, 06:08 AM

Looks like they're gearing up for the launch of the M2.

dopper99 · 09-10-2015, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick the Greek

Looks like they're gearing up for the launch of the M2.

I guess if the AMG has 381bhp, I'd hazzard a guess that the M2 will have power somewhere between the M135i and M3/M4. So similar ..... around 370-380bhp. It'll prob be the 3.0 engine in the M2 so could have a more of course - but we know it wont because of the M3......

Nick the Greek · 09-10-2015, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by dopper99

I guess if the AMG has 381bhp, I'd hazzard a guess that the M2 will have power somewhere between the M135i and M3/M4. So similar ..... around 370-380bhp.

That's what I said....

ChrisJW · 09-10-2015, 06:32 AM

I still maintain you need your head examining to even contemplate buying one of these. The RS3 and M2 are much more desirable products, with a heap load more charm and charisma.

Drisser · 09-10-2015, 06:51 AM

totally agree.. No way I would pay that much for anything with 4 cylinders... couldn't care less how much BHP per litre it throws out, 5cyl and 6 cyl engines sound and deliver a lot more charisma even if they aren't ultimately as quick.. plus I cant tell the difference between most of the "AMG'd" 220 CDi models and the A45.. that would bug me if I shelled out that much cash..

RalphyBMW · 09-10-2015, 06:58 AM

I've not driven one, but they do make a nice noise, if you like that sort of thing.
I do think there are a lot of more desirable cars out there for the money, but I can see the appeal.

dopper99 · 09-10-2015, 06:58 AM

On the other hand, its not bad for £40K. An M2 will be probably at least £5K more?

Nick the Greek · 09-10-2015, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by dopper99

On the other hand, its not bad for £40K. An M2 will be probably at least £5K more?

And you wouldn't pay the premium for six sweet cylinders?

97suited · 09-10-2015, 01:37 PM

Interesting thread here regarding one that has been mildly breathed on - now does 0-60 in 3.3 and 0-100 in 8.1

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/t...t=1513866&nmt=

dazzapb · 09-10-2015, 01:46 PM

almost 200bhp per litre! my former 107 had 54bhp (1.0L)

I suppose if you get a lease you won't care about longevity but if I was buying - feck that

6 cylinders please..

Rbrown · 09-10-2015, 01:54 PM

I've driven one - with the sports exhaust, which makes is sound FANTASTIC! Not only was I smiling, but my 5 year old son was in the back chuckling away!

Yes it's v fast, great fun and makes a great noise. But on a daily basis it would just be a handful. But for a weekend "toy" definitely ! As long as you kept your licence or life long enough!!!

ChrisJW · 09-10-2015, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Rbrown

I've driven one - with the sports exhaust, which makes is sound FANTASTIC! Not only was I smiling, but my 5 year old son was in the back chuckling away!

Yes it's v fast, great fun and makes a great noise. But on a daily basis it would just be a handful. But for a weekend "toy" definitely ! As long as you kept your licence or life long enough!!!

I can think of many other cars i'd spend 50k on just for a weekend "toy" though..

M8 JTD · 09-10-2015, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisJW

I can think of many other cars i'd spend 50k on just for a weekend "toy" though..

Such as a Caterham 620R....

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Nick the Greek Banned 2010 Rep 6,065 Posts Drives: M135i. I don't do diesel. Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Looks like they're gearing up for the launch of the M2.
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ChrisJW Private 17 Rep 63 Posts Drives: 430d Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Chester iTrader: (0)	I still maintain you need your head examining to even contemplate buying one of these. The RS3 and M2 are much more desirable products, with a heap load more charm and charisma.
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Drisser Major 475 Rep 1,392 Posts Drives: BMW 330d/Fiat Coupe 20v turbo Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: South Norfolk iTrader: (0)	totally agree.. No way I would pay that much for anything with 4 cylinders... couldn't care less how much BHP per litre it throws out, 5cyl and 6 cyl engines sound and deliver a lot more charisma even if they aren't ultimately as quick.. plus I cant tell the difference between most of the "AMG'd" 220 CDi models and the A45.. that would bug me if I shelled out that much cash..
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97suited Private 9 Rep 74 Posts Drives: 535d 118d 325i 320XD Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Interesting thread here regarding one that has been mildly breathed on - now does 0-60 in 3.3 and 0-100 in 8.1 http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/t...t=1513866&nmt=
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dazzapb Brigadier General 1050 Rep 3,154 Posts Drives: 2019 X3M Comp Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: SW London iTrader: (0)	almost 200bhp per litre! my former 107 had 54bhp (1.0L) I suppose if you get a lease you won't care about longevity but if I was buying - feck that 6 cylinders please..
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Rbrown Brigadier General 2767 Rep 4,578 Posts Drives: X3 M40i Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (0)	I've driven one - with the sports exhaust, which makes is sound FANTASTIC! Not only was I smiling, but my 5 year old son was in the back chuckling away! Yes it's v fast, great fun and makes a great noise. But on a daily basis it would just be a handful. But for a weekend "toy" definitely ! As long as you kept your licence or life long enough!!!
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