The BMW M3 CSL is one of the most coveted vehicles BMW has ever made. It was a remarkable machine that was able to heighten the M3 to the extent where it was keeping up with serious hardware.
But, it does not look like we will be getting another CSL model. Likely the closest thing drivers will get is the M3 GTS, at least that is how it is looking at this point.
Although BMW will be releasing a Competition Package, as seen on the E46 M3. According to EVO, the package will feature a 10mm suspension drop, new electronic damper control and lighter 19 inch rims.
EVO believes that this will be a modern day M3 CSL but I am confident that is wishful thinking. Without any engine modifications nor weight shedding, it is merely an optional package.
More importantly, what do you think? Is EVO kidding themselves?
EVO reports:
"BMW is making another hardcore M3 coupe. The Competition Package will be launched in March and will doubtless be seen as a modern-day M3 CSL by many people.
And we’re inclined to count ourselves among them – there are a number of dynamic tweaks that should make this sharper and more dynamic than the regular V8-engined E92 M3, and a much more dynamically-honed car than the recent M3 Edition.
There’s a 10mm suspension drop and new electronic damper control, the combination of which ‘improves upon the standard car’s already agile handling making for a more exciting and dynamic drive’, according to BMW sources. Sounds like grand news to us. As does improved stability control, which we’d expect to make the rear-drive M3 even more playful when in Competition spec..."
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