GENEVA MOTOR SHOW PHOTO GALLERY: First look at the BMW M3 Concept!

We can tell you that there has not been a car that has been more anticipated and speculated about, more than the next generation BMW M3.



Finally, BMW has wet everyone's appetites with the launch of the BMW M3 Concept at the Geneva Motor Show.

They're calling it a concept but there is no a person on earth that doesn't know that the production version will be virtually identical.

Is it what you expected?

Is it STUD or a DUD?

Post your comments below...









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BimmerFan - 3/6/2007 10:55:43 AM

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Someone hand me a towel...Im drooling all over myself! I hope you get pics of the engine bay....wanna see that new 8 under the hood!

Agent004 - 3/6/2007 11:09:47 AM

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Not sure if they will be lifting the hood on it since it's still only considered a concept car. We'll see.

BimmerFan - 3/6/2007 11:14:19 AM

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Agent004....NOT lifting the hood is cruel and unusual punishment. Talk one of those good looking models into doing it for ya. :)

omarrana - 3/6/2007 11:09:05 AM

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that is just amazing... i love bmw... wow

BMW4me4ever - 3/6/2007 11:10:00 AM

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That is a hot car. Would be curious to see under the hood also

Kostin - 3/6/2007 11:13:37 AM

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Gorgeous,although i hate silver.The car is a beauty.

BimmerFan - 3/6/2007 11:25:11 AM

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I think the hood is only "aftermarket-ish" if it serves no real purpose. That is why I want to see that 8 under the hood..all bulging out of the engine bay! Also, it will really differentiate the M from the lesser 3 series coupes.
I agree with the carbon fiber comment. BMW could have done better with the interior on the "concept". I prefer the brushed aluminum trim. I chose it over the carbon-fiber look leather in my '06 M Roadster.

Will_ - 3/6/2007 12:16:46 PM

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^I agree. ;)

AE86 - 3/8/2007 2:02:58 AM

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I am hoping the "Power Dome" will lose some altitude for production and they will fill in the vents on the hood. Holes in the hood may cut it on an Evo, but lets keep that off Teutonic metal.

The Carbon Fibre roof won't make it to production for the normal model. There may be another CSL variant for Europe that retains the roof.

I am not sure about the E36 M3 style mirrors. I don't think they will make it to production either.

Nice to see three pedals!

weaponX - 3/6/2007 11:50:01 AM

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The car still has an understated aura to it.

BMW could easily have “blinged” the car a little more, and I was hoping the fenders would flare out just a tad more.

I do like the power dome on the hood and the two slits flanking it.

And that looks like a carbon fiber roof a la M6 --- sunroof begone.

SPECS WOULD BE NICE! Something…anything PLEASE!

No DSG info yet?

nembogt - 3/6/2007 1:11:25 PM

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i agree, this car looks very stealthy. i think it needs a small rear spoiler to balance the back with the heavy front fascia. otherwise good job mr. bangle.

Will_ - 3/6/2007 12:24:45 PM

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How dare you try to insult Toyota interiors like that!

Otherwise, agree. ;)

530N52 - 3/6/2007 12:29:26 PM

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Benchmark.

JUGNU - 3/6/2007 12:46:12 PM

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Definately a Stud.A big Stud.

BMW M3 rules

JUGNU

Terminal10 - 3/6/2007 1:28:06 PM

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Beautiful car. I thought the rumors were they would have the DSG transmission at the show?

BimmerFan - 3/6/2007 4:39:56 PM

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It sounds like you should stick to what you know best...Kias. Leave the real cars to the big boys.

golfer38 - 3/6/2007 2:12:12 PM

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Gorgeous exterior. The interior, however, looks like it was taken right out of a "kit car", I was trying to find the toggle switches. Hopefully, its just a raw unfinished interior because of its "concept" car nature.

Rupert - 3/6/2007 2:39:45 PM

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better than the photoshops looked. I like the rear, not so keen on the hood bulge and scoops (a little more subtle, please) or on the interior carbon-fibre. Otherwise, looks great. But honestly, i Have to say I like the S5 more. Sorry BMW.

SHOWTIME - 3/6/2007 3:09:24 PM

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Admiring how this time the M3 has a complete distinct look from the regular 3 coupe. Although I love the way he front bumper starts off with a solid layout under the headlights, the rest just doesn't seem to finish off as well, aspecially at the bottom. It is filled with too much bubbly space and needs some more agrresively designed sides like the previous M3.
If BMW doesn't change this then Hamann please hear me out! Youd did a nice job with the 6 series CSL lookin bumper:)

rom64 - 3/6/2007 4:17:51 PM

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This car is Amazing. BMW did it again! I'm gonna have to get used to the sideview mirrors. Not my taste but It's beauty. An M car should always look like it drives. This M3 should be amazing on the road!

MunichRob - 3/6/2007 4:40:29 PM

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Looks great...hope they loose the buldge on the hood though.

trd1 - 3/6/2007 5:51:56 PM

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its nice, but the hood and the interior has to go.

sewingmachine - 3/6/2007 7:04:41 PM

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the interior is hurting.

S4cabriofoxone - 3/6/2007 7:48:34 PM

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Some people are complaining that it's overdone, others yet are saying it's too subtle.

I think it's just right!

A+, BMW. The E92 was a tempting foundation-- enough to lure buyers away from the last-gen M3. But I believe they've outdone themselves. They've made a supplement to the 335i that's worth the price. I might have to get one. I mean, don't we already know the dynamics will be great?

S4cabriofoxone - 3/6/2007 7:49:12 PM

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PS I'd get it with wood or aluminum. I hate carbon fiber, too... if it's not used liberally. RS4 has a nice amount.