PODCAST EP.49 - F80 M3 CS, NEW M3 AND ELECTRIC BMWS

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This podcast episode delves into the F80 M3 CS, with the guest, James, sharing his deep appreciation for the car, highlighting its superior steering, chunky Alcantara wheel, and exclusive details that make it a special, limited-production vehicle. He contrasts it with the base M3 and M4, emphasizing the CS's more direct and communicative steering and its unique GTS carbon fiber hood and rear wing. The discussion also touches upon the controversial design of the new M3 and M4, with differing opinions on the large kidney grille, though the consensus leans towards appreciating BMW's bold, avant-garde approach and the increased customization options. The conversation shifts to the future of electric vehicles and their impact on enthusiasts, acknowledging the necessity of SUVs for brand revenue while hoping for continued production of special enthusiast cars. The M5 CS and its potential Nürburgring record are also mentioned, alongside a discussion on BMW's iconic color palettes and wheel designs. Ultimately, the episode celebrates the current generation of M cars as potentially a 'last hurrah' before a significant design and powertrain shift.