Alpina B6S GT3 car (BMW M6)

pederb · 28 Dec 2007, 16:59 (Ref:2095849)

I downloaded that 2008 FIAGT3 press pack and there is a "coming soon" car, listed between Ascari and Corvette, BMW M6 maybe? I heard rumors about that.

Satorian · 28 Dec 2007, 18:00 (Ref:2095877)

Nah, rather an M3. I think the new M3 is supposed to be prepared into GT2 and GT3 version.

Speed-King · 28 Dec 2007, 18:08 (Ref:2095881)

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Originally Posted by Satorian

Nah, rather an M3. I think the new M3 is supposed to be prepared into GT2 and GT3 version.

Nope, BMW-tuner Alpina plans an 6 series based GT3 machine:
http://www.projectlemans.de/content/view/3834/147/

ThePenguin · 28 Dec 2007, 18:29 (Ref:2095890)

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Originally Posted by Speed-King

Nope, BMW-tuner Alpina plans an 6 series based GT3 machine:
http://www.projectlemans.de/content/view/3834/147/

I think that maybe in 2009 we will still see a GT3 BMW M3.

Satorian · 28 Dec 2007, 19:10 (Ref:2095902)

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Originally Posted by Speed-King

Nope, BMW-tuner Alpina plans an 6 series based GT3 machine:
http://www.projectlemans.de/content/view/3834/147/

Assuming that list was alphabetical, and seeing as Alpina is registered as manufacturer, the Alpina 6-series would have to be listed above the Ascari, shouldn't it?

I've read about the Alpina plans in the current sport auto, but I can't recall any other recent motorsports effort of theirs, and while the 6-series GT3 might come around, I wouldn't hold my breath or expect it soon.

The BMW M3 GT3 on the other hand seems like a done and dusted deal to me. In January a GT2 study should be presented in Detroit. I expect a GT3 to follow shortly.

**FIRE** · 28 Dec 2007, 19:23 (Ref:2095908)

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Originally Posted by Satorian

The BMW M3 GT3 on the other hand seems like a done and dusted deal to me. In January a GT2 study should be presented in Detroit. I expect a GT3 to follow shortly.

Serious? A GT2 would be great.

pederb · 28 Dec 2007, 19:41 (Ref:2095915)

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Originally Posted by Satorian

Assuming that list was alphabetical, and seeing as Alpina is registered as manufacturer, the Alpina 6-series would have to be listed above the Ascari, shouldn't it?

Yes it is alphabetical as far as I can tell. I guess we will see soon.

gwyllion · 28 Dec 2007, 20:38 (Ref:2095931)

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Originally Posted by FIRE

Serious? A GT2 would be great.

BMW will show a GT2 concept in Detroit. If BMW decides to produce it, the real car will only come in 2009.

More info on http://www.theraceforums.com/forums/....html#post1768

**FIRE** · 28 Dec 2007, 21:24 (Ref:2095948)

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Originally Posted by gwyllion

BMW will show a GT2 concept in Detroit. If BMW decides to produce it, the real car will only come in 2009.

More info on http://www.theraceforums.com/forums/....html#post1768

May I suggest some drivers for ALMS? Alex Zanardi/Jason Watt and Andy Priaulx/Jorg Muller

AU N EGL · 28 Dec 2007, 21:29 (Ref:2095952)

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Originally Posted by Satorian

Nah, rather an M3. I think the new M3 is supposed to be prepared into GT2 and GT3 version.

The US ( big BMW Market) does not have GT3 races, but a GT2 version would be a great idea too showcase the new car.

**FIRE** · 28 Dec 2007, 21:37 (Ref:2095953)

Isn't GT3 close to GrandAm prep1?

Satorian · 28 Dec 2007, 22:04 (Ref:2095967)

The GT3 would important for the home market though, especially the national GT series. The ADAC GT Masters alone would justify a GT3 for BMW. In addition, I think the VLN will accommodate GT3s within their classes in this or next year's rules and regulations and that would be vitally important for BMW, as well being close to their heart anyway.

AU N EGL · 28 Dec 2007, 22:52 (Ref:2095988)

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Originally Posted by FIRE

Isn't GT3 close to GrandAm prep1?

Might be Closed to GARR GT Prep 1 rules, however, the GT Prep II rules ( semi tube frame cars) are faster.

Speed-King · 28 Dec 2007, 22:53 (Ref:2095990)

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Originally Posted by AU N EGL

Might be Closed to GARR GT Prep 1 rules, however, the GT Prep II rules ( semi tube frame cars) are faster.

That's why a prep1 Porsche won the championship....

AU N EGL · 28 Dec 2007, 22:59 (Ref:2095992)

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Originally Posted by Speed-King

That's why a prep1 Porsche won the championship....

Prep 1 Porsches if you haven't noticed are purpose build race cars from the factory.

Speed-King · 28 Dec 2007, 23:08 (Ref:2095997)

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Originally Posted by AU N EGL

Prep 1 Porsches if you haven't noticed are purpose build race cars from the factory.

Just like the Porsches in FIA GT3.

minimangler · 29 Dec 2007, 22:03 (Ref:2096356)

Guys, will i be the only one to point out Duller have a pretty damn good Z4 in pretty much GT3 spec??

Satorian · 30 Dec 2007, 01:20 (Ref:2096400)

@minimangler:

Doesn't GT3 have requirements regarding the minimum number of cars of each model? Would Duller really prepare enough GT3s of the BMW Motorsports Z4 to have the car join the grid?

SALEEN S7R · 30 Dec 2007, 01:30 (Ref:2096404)

I think you are right Satorian, it would also explain why there arent many Z4's racing on the international scene. If the car had been homlogated in sufficent numbers we would surely see it racing in the FIA GT3 championship or British GT's or another national series because as we know it is very competitve.

Speed-King · 30 Dec 2007, 04:14 (Ref:2096424)

IIRC it isn't GT3-leagal in its current specification. The VLN-style wing goes out quite a bit behind the rear end of the bodywork and that's illegal in almost all major GT-racing series. And a different rear wing design might compromise the amount of downforce generated. I think that's why PTG never turned the Z4 into an GT2 car.
Maybe FIA would give BMW a special dispensation if they asked for it, who knows....

minimangler · 30 Dec 2007, 14:54 (Ref:2096568)

hmmm
it must be pretty close to gt3 spec, they should build it imo.

**FIRE** · 27 Aug 2008, 16:17 (Ref:2276367)

According rumours Alpina will start testing the Alpina B6S GT3 car in 3 weeks.
Source: http://www.projectlemans.de/rennseri...ei-alpina.html

@Mods: Is it possible to change title of this topic? E.g. "Alpina B6S GT3 car (BMW M6)"

911 GT1 · 27 Aug 2008, 18:12 (Ref:2276431)

The same rumors say, that one of the WTCC drivers could race one of the Alpina B6S GT3....

WMUCarGuy · 27 Aug 2008, 18:38 (Ref:2276443)

I believe this is the new "coming soon" car:

**FIRE** · 27 Aug 2008, 18:44 (Ref:2276451)

This topic is about the Alpina GT3 car. There's another topic for the Audi GT3 car.

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