Long time CSL Fan - Just joined - Hello

[jonnysideways]

Hello all, I thought I'd say hello.

Long time fan of the CSL, ever since the first press photos were leaked prior to its release, and have been hooked ever since, and have watched in aw as they have held onto the prices so well.

I have been a BMW owner for over 15 years, and owned over 15 M3's but currently am BMWLess, and have a 2002 996 Targa (wanted a change, don’t hate me), My Last BM was a E46 M3 SMG, so very familiar with the breed.

I was the E36 Registrar for the BMWCC for a few years, and as a result one of my old M3's was featured in the BMW Car Magazines 25 Years of M3 feature. (Mine was the E36 Individual)

At the same time I was lucky enough to finally drive a E46 CSL for the very first time, and on a test circuit too, it was one of BMW UK's heritage fleet, and as many fo you on here will know is the one that Jeremy Clarkson has driven a few times on Top Gear and one of his Car DVDs, Hot Metal I think.

Anyway, back on point, it was an amazing car, and lived up to my expectations in every way.

I can honestly say, that I don’t know how long my brief stint will be in 996, but I plan to deal into a CSL next if my bank balance and wife will allow.

cheers

John