Customers and fans of the BMW tuning specialist Manhart Racing recently got together at the legendary Nürburgring for Manhart Day. Cars in attendance included the insane 739 hp M3 V8R Biturbo and the recently revealed 414 hp 1 Series M Coupe.
Month: September 2011
BMW 1 Series M Coupe by APP
Automotive components supplier Advanced Performance Parts has developed a nice program for the BMW 1 Series M Coupe. Erfstadt-based MR Car Design provide the desired hike in power, adding its own large intercooler and remap, the Baby M now enjoys 410 hp rather than the 340 hp factory output. A lightweight, titanium performance exhaust was also fitted.
Things get a little more serious with the addition of MOVIT’s CER Ceramic 6 pot brake upgrade kit. Not only do they weigh around 50% less than BMW’s OE brakes, but also provide epic performance and fade resistance, hence the colossal € 6,000 price tag. The chassis also receives fully adjustable Variant 3 coilover suspension and superlight ATS wheels fitted with Pirelli P Zero rubber.
Inside the cabin, there’s a pair of lightweight BMW Performance seats and a BMW Performance steering wheel – complete with LED display.
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