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New BMW M2 Competition handed M Performance goodies…
The new BMW M2 Competition has hardly turned a wheel in anger, but that hasn’t stopped the Munich-based automaker from announcing a veritable smorgasbord of tasty M Performance parts for the latest iteration of the M Division’s smallest rear-wheel-drive sportscar.
BMW says its engineers were given the task of improving the M2 Competition’s driving dynamics even further, and they came up with a series of highlights primarily aimed to lowering the vehicle’s weight and enhancing “its already very sporty driving characteristics”.
The fresh catalogue of parts includes an M Performance suspension retrofit kit, which lowers the coil-spring suspension by a further 20 mm and allows the dampers to be independently adjusted for the compression stage (12 settings) and the rebound stage (16 settings).
Then there are the larger, internally ventilated (and perforated) M Compound brake discs that BMW says “ensure improved thermal resilience” compared with the standard braking system. Aluminium six-piston fixed callipers at the front and four-piston fixed callipers at the rear are included, while sports brake pads are also available.
This system, in conjunction with new 19-inch forged wheels (in Y-spoke design, codenamed 763 M), reduces unsprung masses by 3,2 kg. The new alloys will be offered in Jet Black matte or Frozen Gold (with machined M Performance lettering in the rim flange), with the five-double-spoke design highlighting the red callipers. Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres can also be specified.
Of course, there are various additional lightweight parts fashioned from carbon-fibre, including the newly developed M Performance bonnet (complete with a powerdome and partially visible varnished carbon-fibre, saving 9 kg), the M Performance roof (cutting weight by 5 kg) and the M Performance tailgate (reducing mass by a further 6 kg). In addition, the M Performance front side panel in carbon-fibre, complete with integrated air outlets made of visible carbon-fibre, cuts weight even more.
Not enough carbon-fibre for you? Then you’ll be glad to hear that the front splitter, kidney grille, air breather side bars, side-mirror caps, door sill finishers, side-skirt extensions, rear diffusor, rear spoiler and engine cover can all be specified in the lightweight material. Even the vehicle’s key can be upgraded with an M Performance case in a mix of Alcantara and (you guessed it) carbon-fibre.
The M Performance exhaust system, meanwhile, is largely fashioned from lightweight stainless steel (for a total saving of 8 kg), but features a titanium rear silencer and 93 mm tailpipes made of carbon-fibre (with the obligatory M logo). Thanks to its adjustable exhaust flap, BMW says the sound ranges from “sporty to uncompromising racing acoustics”.
Other interesting items in the catalogue include LED door projectors, two fresh steering wheel designs, stainless steel pedal covers, M Performance floor mats and the M Performance Drive Analyser (which requires an on-board diagnostics stick and a special smartphone app). Then, of course, there are those distinctive M Performance Motorsport decals.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news/new-bmw-m2-competition-handed-m-performance-goodies/
The new BMW M2 Competition has hardly turned a wheel in anger, but that hasn’t stopped the Munich-based automaker from announcing a veritable smorgasbord of tasty M Performance parts for the latest iteration of the M Division’s smallest rear-wheel-drive sportscar.
BMW says its engineers were given the task of improving the M2 Competition’s driving dynamics even further, and they came up with a series of highlights primarily aimed to lowering the vehicle’s weight and enhancing “its already very sporty driving characteristics”.
The fresh catalogue of parts includes an M Performance suspension retrofit kit, which lowers the coil-spring suspension by a further 20 mm and allows the dampers to be independently adjusted for the compression stage (12 settings) and the rebound stage (16 settings).
Then there are the larger, internally ventilated (and perforated) M Compound brake discs that BMW says “ensure improved thermal resilience” compared with the standard braking system. Aluminium six-piston fixed callipers at the front and four-piston fixed callipers at the rear are included, while sports brake pads are also available.
This system, in conjunction with new 19-inch forged wheels (in Y-spoke design, codenamed 763 M), reduces unsprung masses by 3,2 kg. The new alloys will be offered in Jet Black matte or Frozen Gold (with machined M Performance lettering in the rim flange), with the five-double-spoke design highlighting the red callipers. Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres can also be specified.
Of course, there are various additional lightweight parts fashioned from carbon-fibre, including the newly developed M Performance bonnet (complete with a powerdome and partially visible varnished carbon-fibre, saving 9 kg), the M Performance roof (cutting weight by 5 kg) and the M Performance tailgate (reducing mass by a further 6 kg). In addition, the M Performance front side panel in carbon-fibre, complete with integrated air outlets made of visible carbon-fibre, cuts weight even more.
Not enough carbon-fibre for you? Then you’ll be glad to hear that the front splitter, kidney grille, air breather side bars, side-mirror caps, door sill finishers, side-skirt extensions, rear diffusor, rear spoiler and engine cover can all be specified in the lightweight material. Even the vehicle’s key can be upgraded with an M Performance case in a mix of Alcantara and (you guessed it) carbon-fibre.
The M Performance exhaust system, meanwhile, is largely fashioned from lightweight stainless steel (for a total saving of 8 kg), but features a titanium rear silencer and 93 mm tailpipes made of carbon-fibre (with the obligatory M logo). Thanks to its adjustable exhaust flap, BMW says the sound ranges from “sporty to uncompromising racing acoustics”.
Other interesting items in the catalogue include LED door projectors, two fresh steering wheel designs, stainless steel pedal covers, M Performance floor mats and the M Performance Drive Analyser (which requires an on-board diagnostics stick and a special smartphone app). Then, of course, there are those distinctive M Performance Motorsport decals.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news/new-bmw-m2-competition-handed-m-performance-goodies/
FiestaST
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BMW M2 vs Lexus GS F vs Toyota GT86 Head-to-Head - Carwow
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FiestaST
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BMW M2 Competition South African Pricing
The new BMW M2 Competition is official and it replaces the current M2 offering in South Africa as soon as September this year so how much are you expected to part with to add the latest baby M member to your garage?
Official (base) pricing is as follows;
BMW M2 Competition (Manual) – R983,029 incl CO2 Tax
BMW M2 Competition (M-DCT) – R1,037,005 incl CO2 Tax
Both variants come standard with a lot of features but should you wish to add things like M Sport brakes (see below) or the sexy 19-inch 788M Y-spoke alloys you will need to fork out a bit more (see full options list below).
All four standard colour offerings are a no cost option; Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Hockenheim Silver Metallic, Long Beach Blue Metallic and Sunset Orange Metallic
https://www.zero2turbo.com/2018/05/bmw-m2-competition-south-african-pricing.html
The new BMW M2 Competition is official and it replaces the current M2 offering in South Africa as soon as September this year so how much are you expected to part with to add the latest baby M member to your garage?
Official (base) pricing is as follows;
BMW M2 Competition (Manual) – R983,029 incl CO2 Tax
BMW M2 Competition (M-DCT) – R1,037,005 incl CO2 Tax
Both variants come standard with a lot of features but should you wish to add things like M Sport brakes (see below) or the sexy 19-inch 788M Y-spoke alloys you will need to fork out a bit more (see full options list below).
All four standard colour offerings are a no cost option; Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Hockenheim Silver Metallic, Long Beach Blue Metallic and Sunset Orange Metallic
https://www.zero2turbo.com/2018/05/bmw-m2-competition-south-african-pricing.html
ThabitEIERS
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Oh yes 
FiestaST
Honorary Master
epah
Honorary Master
Oh yes
Put that deposit down yet?
FiestaST
Honorary Master
BMW M2 Competition (2018) Specs & Price
The BMW M2 Competition will arrive in South Africa in September 2018 and the initial consignment of the 302 kW/550 Nm version of the 2-time #CarsAwards performance car category champion is only 25 units. Prices start at just under R1 million, before options.
The BMW M2 Competition, which was unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show, shares the same biturbo, 6-cylinder 3.0-litre engine that powers the M3 and M4, but has been tuned to deliver peak outputs of 302 kW and 550 Nm of torque, which means it offers 30 kW and 50 Nm more than the standard M2 Coupe, which it replaces.
When equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch (M-DCT) automatic transmission, the M2 Competition is claimed to sprint from 0 to 100 kph in 4.0 sec, while the 6-speed manual version will reach the benchmark in 4.2 sec. Top speed is limited to 250 kph, but an optional M Driver's Package will take the top speed to a heady 280 kph.
The M2 Competition houses the same cooling system as the M4 Competition which includes a central radiator, 2 side radiators and an extra engine oil cooler. The electromechanical power steering system has been revised and the Active M Differential has been enhanced.
The new BMW M2 Competition will replace the current M2 Coupe and will reach SA in September 2018.
In terms of design, the M2 Competition features a larger, angular black kidney grille, modified front bumper with vents in the lower lip, black chrome exhausts and is optionally available on new 19-inch black alloy wheels shod with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres.
The interior benefits from new M sports seats featuring illuminated M2 logo seen on the backrests. The model is also equipped with a red push-button ignition while the sport steering wheel has M buttons that store the driver's personalised performance settings. Other neat touches include M2 Competition sill plates and the seat belts feature BMW M stripes.
Prices (as of September 2018, confirmed to Cars.co.za by a source).
M2 Competition 6-spd manual R983 029
M2 Competition M-DCT R1 037 505
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/bmw-m2-competition-2018-specs--price-/44835/
The BMW M2 Competition will arrive in South Africa in September 2018 and the initial consignment of the 302 kW/550 Nm version of the 2-time #CarsAwards performance car category champion is only 25 units. Prices start at just under R1 million, before options.
The BMW M2 Competition, which was unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show, shares the same biturbo, 6-cylinder 3.0-litre engine that powers the M3 and M4, but has been tuned to deliver peak outputs of 302 kW and 550 Nm of torque, which means it offers 30 kW and 50 Nm more than the standard M2 Coupe, which it replaces.
When equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch (M-DCT) automatic transmission, the M2 Competition is claimed to sprint from 0 to 100 kph in 4.0 sec, while the 6-speed manual version will reach the benchmark in 4.2 sec. Top speed is limited to 250 kph, but an optional M Driver's Package will take the top speed to a heady 280 kph.
The M2 Competition houses the same cooling system as the M4 Competition which includes a central radiator, 2 side radiators and an extra engine oil cooler. The electromechanical power steering system has been revised and the Active M Differential has been enhanced.
The new BMW M2 Competition will replace the current M2 Coupe and will reach SA in September 2018.
In terms of design, the M2 Competition features a larger, angular black kidney grille, modified front bumper with vents in the lower lip, black chrome exhausts and is optionally available on new 19-inch black alloy wheels shod with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres.
The interior benefits from new M sports seats featuring illuminated M2 logo seen on the backrests. The model is also equipped with a red push-button ignition while the sport steering wheel has M buttons that store the driver's personalised performance settings. Other neat touches include M2 Competition sill plates and the seat belts feature BMW M stripes.
Prices (as of September 2018, confirmed to Cars.co.za by a source).
M2 Competition 6-spd manual R983 029
M2 Competition M-DCT R1 037 505
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/bmw-m2-competition-2018-specs--price-/44835/
ThabitEIERS
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Yes Sir 10k it is !
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Radical body kit and 20 inch rims transform BMW M2
Z Performance specialises in state of the art drop-forged and flow-forged aftermarket alloy rims for a wide variety of European and Japanese performance cars. And once in a while, with help from the top names in the industry, they build (if you’ll forgive the pun) a calling card on wheels…
Like this lowered, wide-bodied, custom finished BMW M2 - one of the most radical we’ve yet seen.
Built to showcase the maker’s new ZP-Forged 6 Super Deep Concave rims with multi-spoke centres, it wears an asymmetrical set of ET-15 10.5 x 20 inch fronts and ET-11 12.5 x 20 inch rears, finished in brushed black with polished beds, shod with 265/30 front and 325/30 rear Toyo Proxes sports tyres, and hunkers down on a set of Lowtec HiLow coilover shocks.
That’s only possible thanks to an eight piece glass-fibre wide body kit from Zacoe Performance, set off by a front splitter lip, side skirts, three-piece diffuser, and a big rear spoiler - all in clear-lacquered carbon-fibre, also from Zacoe.
Apart from a 300-cell HJS catalytic converter and a Remus cat-back exhaust system, the show car is mechanically standard; it hasn’t even been custom sprayed - it’s finished with a full CFC wrap in a colour called pastel pistachio.
The cabin has been upgraded with aftermarket components from BMW’s M Performance catalogue, including an M steering wheel trimmed in alcantara and carbon-fibre with an integrated race display and a number of carbon-fibre trim elements.
Note that none of the custom components were specially made for this car; everything you see here is available off the shelf. So, with a little help from your local trim shop, you could build yourself an M2 just as radical as this one - just pick a better colour, please.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/indu...it-and-20-inch-rims-transform-bmw-m2-15363644
Z Performance specialises in state of the art drop-forged and flow-forged aftermarket alloy rims for a wide variety of European and Japanese performance cars. And once in a while, with help from the top names in the industry, they build (if you’ll forgive the pun) a calling card on wheels…
Like this lowered, wide-bodied, custom finished BMW M2 - one of the most radical we’ve yet seen.
Built to showcase the maker’s new ZP-Forged 6 Super Deep Concave rims with multi-spoke centres, it wears an asymmetrical set of ET-15 10.5 x 20 inch fronts and ET-11 12.5 x 20 inch rears, finished in brushed black with polished beds, shod with 265/30 front and 325/30 rear Toyo Proxes sports tyres, and hunkers down on a set of Lowtec HiLow coilover shocks.
That’s only possible thanks to an eight piece glass-fibre wide body kit from Zacoe Performance, set off by a front splitter lip, side skirts, three-piece diffuser, and a big rear spoiler - all in clear-lacquered carbon-fibre, also from Zacoe.
Apart from a 300-cell HJS catalytic converter and a Remus cat-back exhaust system, the show car is mechanically standard; it hasn’t even been custom sprayed - it’s finished with a full CFC wrap in a colour called pastel pistachio.
The cabin has been upgraded with aftermarket components from BMW’s M Performance catalogue, including an M steering wheel trimmed in alcantara and carbon-fibre with an integrated race display and a number of carbon-fibre trim elements.
Note that none of the custom components were specially made for this car; everything you see here is available off the shelf. So, with a little help from your local trim shop, you could build yourself an M2 just as radical as this one - just pick a better colour, please.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/indu...it-and-20-inch-rims-transform-bmw-m2-15363644
OMG. Did you say "lowered"?
FiestaST
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FiestaST
Honorary Master
Here’s how much the BMW M2 Competition will cost in SA
The new BMW M2 Competition is set to arrive in SA in September 2018.
Set to arrive in South Africa in September 2018, the new BMW M2 Competition will bring added oomph courtesy of a six-cylinder engine based on that of the M3 and M4. But how much will it cost locally?
Well, we’ve stumbled across some (official) information pointing to a price of R983 030 for the six-speed manual derivative and R1 037 506 for the seven-speed dual-clutch variant.
The maths addicts among you will likely already have calculated that this makes the M2 Competition some R32 736 and R32 483 more expensive, in manual and automatic guise respectively, than the “standard” M2 that it will eventually replace. For that extra cash, of course, you score both more power and a little extra standard kit. Furthermore, expect new colour options in the form of Sunset Orange Metallic and Hockenheim Silver Metallic to be added to the range.
As a reminder, the M2 Competition ditches the original’s N55 engine in favour of a version of the familiar S55 unit. In the M2 Competition, this twin-turbo 3,0-litre straight-six makes 302 kW (up from the standard M2’s 272 kW), while peak torque now comes in at 550 N.m, between 2 350 and 5 200 r/min. The result is a claimed 0-100 km/h sprint in 4,2 seconds in auto guise and 4,4 seconds in manual form (each down one-tenth).
As before, the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h, although specifying the optional (R29 200) M Driver’s Package raises that figure to 280 km/h (10 km/h more than the outgoing standard M2). A dual exhaust system with an electronically controlled flap is also now included. BMW furthermore says that the M2 Competition adopts the M4 Competition Package’s cooling system “with some adjustments”.
Exterior design tweaks include an enlarged kidney grille and a new front skirt, the latter (along with the side gills and redesigned quartet of tailpipes) finished in high-gloss black paint as standard. A dark M Competition badge is applied to the vehicle’s rump, while BMW claims the design of the new double-arm side-mirrors improves aerodynamics. New standard features include adaptive LED headlamps and park distance control.
Under the bonnet you’ll find a CFRP strut (to increase front-end rigidity) again borrowed from the M3 and M4, while BMW says the curves for the electromechanical power steering, Active M Differential and Dynamic Steering Control system have all been suitably adjusted.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news/heres-much-bmw-m2-competition-will-cost-sa/
The new BMW M2 Competition is set to arrive in SA in September 2018.
Set to arrive in South Africa in September 2018, the new BMW M2 Competition will bring added oomph courtesy of a six-cylinder engine based on that of the M3 and M4. But how much will it cost locally?
Well, we’ve stumbled across some (official) information pointing to a price of R983 030 for the six-speed manual derivative and R1 037 506 for the seven-speed dual-clutch variant.
The maths addicts among you will likely already have calculated that this makes the M2 Competition some R32 736 and R32 483 more expensive, in manual and automatic guise respectively, than the “standard” M2 that it will eventually replace. For that extra cash, of course, you score both more power and a little extra standard kit. Furthermore, expect new colour options in the form of Sunset Orange Metallic and Hockenheim Silver Metallic to be added to the range.
As a reminder, the M2 Competition ditches the original’s N55 engine in favour of a version of the familiar S55 unit. In the M2 Competition, this twin-turbo 3,0-litre straight-six makes 302 kW (up from the standard M2’s 272 kW), while peak torque now comes in at 550 N.m, between 2 350 and 5 200 r/min. The result is a claimed 0-100 km/h sprint in 4,2 seconds in auto guise and 4,4 seconds in manual form (each down one-tenth).
As before, the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h, although specifying the optional (R29 200) M Driver’s Package raises that figure to 280 km/h (10 km/h more than the outgoing standard M2). A dual exhaust system with an electronically controlled flap is also now included. BMW furthermore says that the M2 Competition adopts the M4 Competition Package’s cooling system “with some adjustments”.
Exterior design tweaks include an enlarged kidney grille and a new front skirt, the latter (along with the side gills and redesigned quartet of tailpipes) finished in high-gloss black paint as standard. A dark M Competition badge is applied to the vehicle’s rump, while BMW claims the design of the new double-arm side-mirrors improves aerodynamics. New standard features include adaptive LED headlamps and park distance control.
Under the bonnet you’ll find a CFRP strut (to increase front-end rigidity) again borrowed from the M3 and M4, while BMW says the curves for the electromechanical power steering, Active M Differential and Dynamic Steering Control system have all been suitably adjusted.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news/heres-much-bmw-m2-competition-will-cost-sa/
adamr
Executive Member
Order it
FiestaST
Honorary Master
+1
FatBoySlim
Expert Member
Next year hoping to order one of these babies.