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2020 BMW M8 Competition Coupe First Test Review [Motortrend]
Whether or not if it's selling, the car is impressive AF!!! Especially in 'Competition' guise....
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Yes. Posted on the other thread. There's more in her yet especially on the high end but here's what I've got so far (or you can see them on the leaderboard):
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It's about 2 inches longer than an F90 M5 and 100Ibs heavier so these are close to what I was expecting. I'm expecting at least a tenth or two better in the 1/4 mile once I've got JB4's map 6 dialed in for this particular engine (every single one of them behaves a little differently it seems).
I've also been traction-bound with the gobshite Pirellis that it came with. I put Pilot Sport 4Ss on her yesterday @295 rear and 285 front which look much better and ride much better. Once the weather permits, we'll see... |
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Bummer! Would love to have seen this work.
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Note, though, if you haven't lowered yours, you'll be fine. My car has been substantially dropped.
On the traction side, I tried a few launches today and there were damned-near ZERO slips. Once they're worn in (and warmer), these tires will hook up perfectly. I'd still recommend this setup for both traction and comfort. // edit: 285/35/20 fronts and 295/35/20 rears. |
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One of the best articles I've read on any model of the 8 series. Really defines the performance attributes so well and explains the driving experience as if you're actually driving the car. For anyone thinking whether or not to buy the 8 series, this article makes a compelling case.
It's immaterial whether dealers are actually selling any, whether BMW is actually making any or whether it depreciates quickly, because jekyll and hyde will both put a big smile on your face. |
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That's very impressive Limey!
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Great numbers. I think you test exactly where I do! I test my 991 turbo in Snohomish! Is that in Snohomish over by the river? Only place I know in the area with negative elevation!!
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Nice article but the first time that I see performance figures below what is published.
0-60 is .3 sec slower and the quarter mile below the usual 11.0/11.1 |
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... just as it would be (assuming you're correct in the first place) with a $120,000 M5 Competition (or $130,000+ when you add frozen paint and CF trim) . Wildly different tools...
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Amazing times. Definitely jealous of your weather conditions also. 1100+ ft above sea level and a DA of +2900 this way
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