BMW M3 CS F80 Review

Welcome to the ultimate long term owner review of the BMW M3 CS! From the streets, to the track meets, with over 2 years of ownership experience, data, and thoughts to dive into, this is the first of its kind review for the BMW M3 CS, from an actual owner's perspective.

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Also, if you want to see a full film chapter outline with timestamps then just scroll to the bottom of this description!

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Long Term Review Film Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:21 - Sunsetting A Generation

2:30 - Differences Between Base, Competition, CS

3:55 - Track Intro/Prep

5:39 - M Performance Exhaust Showcase

6:20 - Options, Specs, Performance Figures, Handling

9:10 - On Track Brake Performance

10:15 - Track Recap/Conclusion

11:36 - CS Specifics Deep-dive

12:01 - Wheels & Tires

12:42 - Updated M Differential & Stability Program

12:57 - Transmission

13:11 - Steel VS. Carbon Fiber Drive Shaft

13:32 - CS-specific Aerodynamic Components

13:57 - CFRP GTS Factory Hood

14:32 - Carbon Fiber Roof

15:04 - Interior Showcase, Trim, Arm-rest

15:52 - Lack Of Comfort Access & Why?

16:15 - Secret Storage Cubby

16:33 - HVAC Differences & AC Performance

16:59 - CS-specific Seats, Seatbelts, & Steering Wheel

17:26 - Larger Oil Pan + 1 Extra Oil Pump = More Oil Needed

17:51 - Total CS Weight-savings

18:26 - Intro To Learnings Of Owning An M3 CS For 2 Years

18:55 - What Came Before The M3 CS?

19:31 - Living With Carbon Ceramic Brakes On The M3 CS

20:13 - Cold/Wet CCB Warning

20:36 - CCB Weight Savings & Added Benefits

21:11 - CCB Pad/Rotor Expected Lifespan

21:28 - Realities Of Having Carbon Ceramic Brakes + Cost To Replace

22:50 - Creaky Door Jambs & How To Fix

23:23 - Center Console Thoughts

23:55 - San Marino Blue Thoughts & M3 CS Color Options

24:55 - Reminder - The M3 CS & M4 CS Need More Oil!

25:18 - Factory Differences Between M3 CS & M4 CS

26:00 - Maintenance & Out Of Pocket Expenses

26:30 - Full Build List Walkthrough

26:51 - Is The CS Worth The Price Premium?

27:30 - Final Thoughts & Conclusion

27:49 - Thoughts? Questions? & The Outro

28:35 - Special Thanks + Bloopers


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