Although BMW’s M division may have arguably veered off course with the recent introduction of the X5M and X6M, well-to-do M-ophiles may have something to look forward to in the form of a M3 GT4.
Campaigned at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring this past May, the GT4 variant of BMW’s V8-powered M3 is fitted with all the race-ready kit you’d expect in something developed to tackle the Green Hell, including an Ohlins suspension setup, aerodynamic enhancements, a full roll cage, airjack system, race buckets and a modified engine and transmission.
“It would be specifically for motorsport drivers,” says BMW’s M division head, Dr. Kay Segler. Translation: Don’t expect to see this car on the street – it’s a trackday toy or competition-only machine.
Although the trigger hasn’t been pulled, Segler said it’s being actively considered. If we had to bet, we’d expect the GT4 to be available to gentlemen racers sometime in 2010.
BMW…here at SACarFan we are complete gentlemen and handing the keys to one of your fine M3 GT4′s would be in your best interest. Thank you.
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