[JBOO]

How do you think this would measure up as a replacement for my MCS?

[Fullupo]

According to this bmw fan site i was on

"M2 M-Power 240Bhp version planned, but at least 3 years away at present"

Dunno if i can wait that long and i would have hoped for a bit more power than 240bhp in an M. Certainly does look the part in that pic though

[T13 Fighter]

The MINI looks better. IMHO

[KlausR]

A BMW M2 would be a fantastic replacement for my MCS, but it won´t be available in the next 3 years and it won´t be sold for under 36.000 € or so.

There are actually 3 theories going through the magazines concerning the engine for the M2.

1) A 2-litre-4-cylinder-turbo with about 240 bhp
2) A 2.4-litre 4-cylinder high-reving version with also 240 bhp (remember first M3)
3) A simplified version of the actual M3 engine, 3.2-litre 6-cylinder with about 300 bhp.

The last one would cost at least 40.000 € and therefore heads for a totally different category than any MINI derivate possibly could.

I´m actually thinking of replacing my MCS by a 120i in 2007 or 2008. I love the 1-series.

Klaus

[Fullupo]

240bhp just doesnt sound enough for me. An 'M' should definatly have sub 6 seconds 0-60 times at least, and i odnt think 240bhp in that car would be enough. I hope its the 3.2 engine, then i would be tempted, but 3 years is too far away to bother waiting.

Im torn about the 1 series myself. Ive only seen the 5 door version and it looks a bit too dull. Have to wait til the 3 door/coupe comes out and i hope it looks a bit more sporty. Do like the push button start tho!