Power was delivered thru a 6-speed manual or semi-automatic known as SMG. 250,000 euros reflects the extraordinary technology of this car.The BMW E46 M3 came with a high-revving inline-6 engine that produced 333 hp and 262-lb of torque, which even in today’s standards are great numbers. This level of exclusiveness also calls for a great deal of highly qualified manual workmanship giving the price of the BMW M3 GTR a new dimension. The compact V8 high-performance engine permits optimum weight distribution which, together with the 19-inch sports wheels, guarantee outstanding handling properties. The BMW M3 GTR features an extremely lowered suspension and enormously sporty suspension settings. Additional cooling slits in the bonnet ensure the high-performance powerplant's thermal well-being.
The extended front and rear apron as well as the rear spoiler optimise the aerodynamics of the M3 GTR. Apart from the extremely light V8 engine this includes dry sump lubrication, a 6-speed gearbox, a two-disc sports clutch and the variable M differential lock.įor weight reduction purposes the roof, the rear spoiler as well as the front and rear aprons are made of carbon fibre reinforced plastic - just like in the race version. The M3 GTR road version is kept technically as close as possible to the racing version. Due to the necessary adaptations regarding emissions and noise levels the road version still generates more than 258 kW (350 hp). The 4.0 litre V8 engine with a cylinder bank angle of 90 degrees resembles the race version featuring in excess of 450 hp.
Road licensing is possible.īy using carbon fibre body parts and by completely foregoing any comfort equipment, the two-seater M3 GTR is a car for true purists. The flexible production facilities of BMW Individual permit the production of a small series. This car, which is racing from victory to victory in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS), will be built by BMW M from January 2002. In February BMW will present a pure-bred sportscar for road use - the BMW M3 GTR powered by a V8 engine. THE BMW M3 GTR HEADS FOR THE ROAD - THE TRULY ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE
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