HARDCORE BMW M4 GTS 'CSL' SPIED TESTING AT THE NÜRBURGRING

During the Industry Pool at the Nürburgring I have filmed this hardcore BMW M4 GTS, what also could be the rumoured M4 CSL!

BMW M engineers are testing an extreme version of the already hardcore M4 GTS near BMW's Nürburgring test center.

It's impossible to say whether this is a new model in the works or just some routine testing of new components, but there's been confirmation from M boss Frank van Meel that hardcore, track-focused models are coming—complete with CSL badges.

"CSL [will be] the top-of-the-line track tool, made on the track for the track, just with a number plate," he revealed during the 2017 Frankfurt auto show.

If you’re unfamiliar with the CSL badge, it stands for “Coupe Sport Lightweight.” The last model the lettering was attached to was the E46 M3, with the CSL cars built in a limited run of just 1,400 units between 2002 and 2004—such tiny numbers make it an exclusive offering, and only the most dedicated opt for the extra expense and somewhat harsher and noisier ride characteristics.

The M4 GTS tester shown here very much fits van Meel's description of future CSL models; that's right, there will be more than one. The car is fitted with numerous new aero elements including the obligatory high-downforce rear wing. There are also new vents in the front fenders and Michelin's brilliant Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires attached to the wheels.

We suspect the cabin has been stripped of all but the bare essentials in an effort to save weight. You'll also notice that the car has been fitted with the M4 GTS's roll cage.

There aren't any clues about what's residing under the hood, but the standard M4 GTS's engine should suffice for track duty. Recall, the 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6 pumps out 493 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque thanks to a little help from its water injection system, or enough for a 7:27.88 'Ring time.

Should BMW M be working on an M4 CSL, we're likely to see the car arrive in the first half of 2019. It will be a fitting farewell to the current-generation 4-Series which is due to be replaced in the next couple of years.

Text source; Motor Authority

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[boondockbwoy]

Definitely a beast in the making my goodness!! Lovely indeed, and the looks are perfect, sporty mean and sleek!!

[chrissixfix]

Could be testing some M performance aero parts maybe...

[PorscheGTRSWeissach]

Looks more like a new BMW M4 GT4 to me... Anyway, it really looks Hardcore! :-)

[aidenp]

Now that I looked back, I think you should’ve tested the way the driver for the BMW acted like. Talk to him, if he doesn’t say anything he is a tester, because maybe this car is just a project car and we wasted are time seeing something we wish happened. The hype isn’t real at this point, M4 next gen is basically here, and you’ll see it at September!! Which is 3 months..

[MrRoni]

Anyone know what spoiler that is? The lip not the GTS wing

[aidenp]

No matter what, any test BMW would have covered logos and painted in black or not be there period also what’s sup with the M4 GTS badge still attached on it honestly this could be a rich mans project car...

[Supercarsfanatik]

Is someone stealing your videos ? :( Great catch btw

[ML-povy]

I wish it could be faster than 991.2 GT3 on Nordschleife.

[Yo_Salminator]

what are they hoping to achieve with it though? or is it just another special special of a special edition just so they get more idiots to buy it

[TMdisstroya]

Looks more like an privat discounter tuning car, this one is never ever a testcar from BMW official

[jordancabral]

I really wish the M4 had a V8 engine smh

[marvistv]

Hardcore m4 gts
Lmao so what’s the gts for the time it was released

[davissilvestrs]

Meanwhile benz fanboys be still waiting for the C63R (which will never happen) zzzz