here's the link;

http://www.autoblog.com/2006/08/18/m...d-to-the-wild/

"You're well acquainted with the speculation and rumors surrounding the upcoming release of the M3. Up until this point though, all we've had are blurry spy shots and chance encounters captured by fellow gearheads. However, two Beemer-centric sites have dropped some very specific, albeit dubious, information about the price, options and most important, power figures, that will find adorn BMW's newest driver's car.

Engine output, although rated in kW and Nm on the sites, equates to 412 hp and 310 lb./tq., right within the range the boys in Munich estimated when pressed for details. Additionally, the engine will be a 4-liter V8, equipped with bi-VANOS and will send power through either a 3rd generation 7-speed SMG or a 6-speed manual. No word on what which transmission will come standard.

Pricing, with the applicable import costs will be $53,975, a mere $5k over the current 2006 model.

All the sorted details, pulled straight from the two posts can be found after the jump.
Major Standard Equipment
Adaptive Xenon Headlights
Carbon Fiber Roof
SMG III 7-Speed transmission with DRIVELOGIC
18" M Double Spoke Alloy Wheel
18x8F/18x9R with P235/45ZR18 Front, P265/40ZR18 Rear Performance tires.

Invoice $49,117
Base Price USA Port of Entry* $53,975

Vehicle Options List
Metallic paint $475
Nappa leather $1,450
Carbon fiber trim $300
Aluminum trim NC
Comfort Access $500
M Multifunction Seats with Active Width Adjustment $1,900
Front Heated Seats $500 / ZCW
Power Rear Sunshade $350
Head-Up Display $1,000
Navigation System w/I-Drive $2,100
Power Rear Sunshade $350
Rear Park Distance Control $350
19" M Double Spoke alloy wheel $1,750
19x8.5F/19x9.5R with P235/40ZR19 Front, P265/35ZR19 Rear Performance tires.
Logic 7 sound system $1,200
SIRIUS Satellite Radio $595
High Definition Radio $500
Premium Package (ZPP) $3,100
Cold Weather Package (ZCW) $750
6-speed manual transmission NC
Rear Spoiler Deletion NC"

 

E92 Pic?

 

What is with the low torque #? The car will probably be slightly faster than the C55, but, I bet it doesn't feel that way...I am a little disappointed.

 

I'm sure the 7 speed SMG makes it feel like it has more torque...

I just hope that they gave the interior an upgrade

 

C63 will destroy it!

 

we need to know the weight for the new M3..

with that much torque and that much HP.. should be at high 12's 110. Basically take the RS4 performance delete 400lbs, better rubber at the rear and SMG3, you have a serious sports car.

around town it wont be able to keep up with a C55, once it hits the freeway.. ALL M3.

 

FWIW... There is no way you will find an M3 without any options. Realistically, you'll probably see the new M3 selling for closer to $60K. I am a former E46 M3 owner and never saw a 'Base' M3 model, anywhere.

 

you can only order them that way. my friend order/bought one that way, but any car ordered by the dealership is going to have some options.