Real world difference between an M3 and a CSL... - Page 3

funtime · 24-01-2011, 11:36 PM

It might sound silly, but the thing I would like most is M Track

However I wouldn't buy a CS before you say, as they are not far behind CSL prices and not much better than an M3.

And I dont have big enough balls to drive everywhere with traction off

**glendog74** · 24-01-2011, 11:36 PM

I've driven my CSL on track for 3 seasons now and feel that i can hustle it around at a reasonable pace at least.

I still get normal M3's that occasionally pass me at the Ring but such normal M3's have either had extensive modifications (Cup tyres, BBK, re-map, airbox, weight-loss and are often caged) or they're being driven by a very good (or very crazy) driver!

The bottom line is apart from some choice brake modifications (pads, braided lines) the CSL is very, very good in standard form, sounds special, and certainly feels very special, and will stand up better to depreciation over time than a standard M3. If you plan on keeping her for many years - buy a CSL.

I like my CSL

shane@mbtech · 24-01-2011, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by funtime

Yeah see that's the thing, I don't want a track only car as me and my girlfriend use my car when we go anywhere really so a track only car would be as popular as a $hit sandwich with her...

I think I just need to drive a CSL, although I just want to think about my options before I drive one - I dont want the carbon airbox howl blinkers to take hold of me and buy the CSL there and then on impulse!

If you are thinking of buying, and test drive one, you will buy one

need4speed · 24-01-2011, 11:39 PM

I had an M3 CS for a few years before I foolishly moved to the darkside (Datsun GTR); but recovered and bought the CSL. All I can say it (CSL) just feels sharper and more agile than the M3 to me it was night and day!

**glendog74** · 24-01-2011, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by lawsy

If you are thinking of buying, and test drive one, you will buy one

+1 ^^^

shane@mbtech · 24-01-2011, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by glendog74

+1 ^^^

I get the itch all over again, every time my mate calls round in my old one

shane@mbtech · 24-01-2011, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by funtime

It might sound silly, but the thing I would like most is M Track

However I wouldn't buy a CS before you say, as they are not far behind CSL prices and not much better than an M3.

And I dont have big enough balls to drive everywhere with traction off

If you like M track, then you drive like a pussy, simple.

Bounce · 24-01-2011, 11:43 PM

I think I just need to drive a CSL, although I just want to think about my options before I drive one - I dont want the carbon airbox howl blinkers to take hold of me and buy the CSL there and then on impulse!

[/quote]I did,

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**shimmy** · 25-01-2011, 12:01 AM

i met a guy today for the first time, hes not on the forums and loves his BMWs. He has had 2 CSLs and can see himself getting another one as everything else just aint the same.

Sooo many CSL owners talk of the CSL like it was the best car theyve ever owned even when thye have obviously owned far better ones for sure but some how it seems to just to appeal to a certain type.

Id say drive one and find out. Feck the mrs, buy here a Polo with the saving on depreciation if she dont like it.

However i also have troiuble driving my CSL above 90% of its capabilities as i have to drive it home as well.

Steviebee · 25-01-2011, 12:06 AM

Great Thread!

We've sold around 8-10 M3s over the past few years inc my old CS. Nothing prepares your for the sensory bombardment ! They are just awesome things to drive.

They sounds like they are gonna eat you! The turn it is more crisp than any car I've owned this side of my old Evo 8RS on Intermediate too, yet can put the kids in it (with ISOFIX!) and take the family out for a run with not many moans from the Wife.

What a package!

24-01-2011, 11:36 PM	#22
glendog74 CSL Register Uber-poster! Tetris Champion! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cornwall Posts: 8,861 Casino cash: $32299	I've driven my CSL on track for 3 seasons now and feel that i can hustle it around at a reasonable pace at least. I still get normal M3's that occasionally pass me at the Ring but such normal M3's have either had extensive modifications (Cup tyres, BBK, re-map, airbox, weight-loss and are often caged) or they're being driven by a very good (or very crazy) driver! The bottom line is apart from some choice brake modifications (pads, braided lines) the CSL is very, very good in standard form, sounds special, and certainly feels very special, and will stand up better to depreciation over time than a standard M3. If you plan on keeping her for many years - buy a CSL. I like my CSL __________________ Cha'mone Mother F**ker!

24-01-2011, 11:43 PM	#28
Bounce CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cornwall Posts: 7,057 Casino cash: $35793	I think I just need to drive a CSL, although I just want to think about my options before I drive one - I dont want the carbon airbox howl blinkers to take hold of me and buy the CSL there and then on impulse! [/quote]I did,.

25-01-2011, 12:01 AM	#29
shimmy CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Uk Posts: 14,646 Casino cash: $43909	i met a guy today for the first time, hes not on the forums and loves his BMWs. He has had 2 CSLs and can see himself getting another one as everything else just aint the same. Sooo many CSL owners talk of the CSL like it was the best car theyve ever owned even when thye have obviously owned far better ones for sure but some how it seems to just to appeal to a certain type. Id say drive one and find out. Feck the mrs, buy here a Polo with the saving on depreciation if she dont like it. However i also have troiuble driving my CSL above 90% of its capabilities as i have to drive it home as well. __________________ .

24-01-2011, 11:36 PM	#21
funtime S5, Sport Off, DSC M-track Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Sussex Posts: 613 Casino cash: $5830	It might sound silly, but the thing I would like most is M Track However I wouldn't buy a CS before you say, as they are not far behind CSL prices and not much better than an M3. And I dont have big enough balls to drive everywhere with traction off

24-01-2011, 11:39 PM	#24
need4speed S5, Sport Off, DSC M-track Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Dubai Posts: 569 Casino cash: $11168	I had an M3 CS for a few years before I foolishly moved to the darkside (Datsun GTR); but recovered and bought the CSL. All I can say it (CSL) just feels sharper and more agile than the M3 to me it was night and day!

25-01-2011, 12:06 AM	#30
Steviebee S2 - Picking it up Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 65 Casino cash: $533	Great Thread! We've sold around 8-10 M3s over the past few years inc my old CS. Nothing prepares your for the sensory bombardment ! They are just awesome things to drive. They sounds like they are gonna eat you! The turn it is more crisp than any car I've owned this side of my old Evo 8RS on Intermediate too, yet can put the kids in it (with ISOFIX!) and take the family out for a run with not many moans from the Wife. What a package!