BMW M3 30 Jahre Edition - COLD START & REVS, Full Indepth Interior and Exterior Walkaround

BMW M3 30 Jahre Edition - COLD START & REVS, Full Indepth Interior and Exterior Walkaround.
BMW is celebrating thirty years of the BMW M3 with a new limited edition version of the very latest car, dubbed the M3 30 Jahre Limited Edition.
Following in the footsteps of the M5 30 Jahre (super-saloon group test winner in evo 208), the M3 gets a selection of distinctive visual additions, as well as BMW’s Competition Package.
The latter lifts the M3’s standard 425bhp output to 444bhp, with a healthy torque output of 406lb ft. While top speed remains limited to 155mph, it’s enough to launch the M DCT model to 62mph in four seconds flat, or a tenth quicker than the regular production car.
In addition, 30 Jahre models include Adaptive M suspension (suited to the Competition Package power output) and new springs, dampers and anti-roll bars. The stability control system has also been revised.
All this goes on under the skin, but it’s the 30 Jahre’s styling tweaks that will define it to the outside world. Each car gets forged, 20-inch alloy wheels of a unique design. Tyres are 265/30 R20 up front and a beefier 285/30 R20 astern.
Where the M5 30 Jahre got a matte grey paint finish, the M3 30 Jahre gets a coat of BMW Individual Frozen Silver metallic, with contrasting high-gloss black elements. The exhaust tailpipes also have a darkened finish and the splitter, mirror caps, rear diffuser and spoiler are all fashioned from carbonfibre.
Inside too there are changes, though none quite match the extreme nature of the M4 GTS range-topper. Instead, driver and front passenger get a set of M sports front seats with a striking two-tone finish and embroidered 30 Jahre logos. BMW Motorsport’s tri-colour stripes can be found on the seatbelts and in the stitching of the three-spoke steering wheel.
Carbonfibre and leather feature throughout the cabin, while a Harman/Kardon sound system joins adaptive LED headlights, BMW M Carbon Ceramic brakes and a head-up display on the standard equipment list.
The cost of this, and myriad 30 Jahre logos, comes to £82,675 on the road - a standard M3 Competition Package will set you back £59,605, by way of comparison.
The BMW M3 is a high-performance version of the 3 Series, developed by BMW's in-house motorsport division, BMW M GmbH. M3 models have been derived from the corresponding generations of the BMW 3 Series.
The initial model was available in a coupé body style. At times the M3 has also been available in saloon and convertible body styles. Due to the coupé and convertible models no longer being part of the 3 Series range from 2015, the F82/F83 coupe and convertible models are now called the M4 based on the newly introduced 4 Series. The M3 name remains in use solely for the saloon version.
Upgrades over the standard 3 Series automobiles include more powerful and responsive engines, improved handling/suspension/braking systems, aerodynamic body enhancements, lightweight components and interior/exterior accents with the tri-colour "M" (Motorsport) emblem.
Production of the F80 M3 started in 2014 (2015 for the US), introducing it as only a saloon following the company's plans to split off the BMW 4 Series coupé/convertible from the BMW 3 Series. Unlike its E90 M3 saloon predecessor, but similar to that generation's E92 coupé, the F80 M3 features a carbon fibre roof and driveshaft. The F80 M3, as well as its coupe counterpart the M4, were revealed at the 2014 North American International Auto Show.
The performance of the car has improved over the previous generation. The 7-speed M-DCT transmission accelerates the car from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.1 seconds. The 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time with the conventional 6-speed manual transmission is 4.3 seconds. The M3 and M4 run the standing kilometre in 22.20 seconds. This is a comparable time to the 2006 Corvette Z06, which took 22.24s to accomplish the same. Top speed is limited to 155 mph (249 km/h) but an optional M Driver's package raises this to 174 mph (280 km/h). The new engine generates up to 317 kW; 431 PS (425 hp) between 5,500 and 7,300 rpm and up to 406 lb-ft (550 N·m) of torque between 1,850 and 5,500 rpm.
The fifth generation M3's platform structure is made of steel, and the bonnet and front quarter panels from aluminium. From the front doors back, the body is steel with exception of the carbon fibre roof.
In February 2016, BMW announced the M3/M4 Competition Package. Power is now increased to 331 kW; 450 PS (444 hp) and a revised suspension replaces the standard unit for better handling. The new springs, dampers and anti-roll bars supplement the included Adaptive M Suspension. BMW also re-tuned the electronic differential and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) to match the upgraded hardware. The package also features 20" forged light alloy wheels (Style 666M) with performance non run-flat tires. Michelin Pilot Super Sport.

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