Brilliant idea...
Here are my thoughts.
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Since retro fitting my X1 with the aero kit (and loving the result) I've been considering what my ideal configuration would consist of. We know that BMW monitor this site so here's the challenge...lets design our 'perfect' X1. Here are my initial thoughts:
Body shell - basic shell remains the same with M Sport aero panels. Change from five to three door (reduces build costs and increases stiffness and by pushing back the b pillar improves looks), round wheel arches (not sure but?, alluminium rear door and bonnet (lowers centre of gravity).
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Agree with the M-Sport kit but would keep the practical 5-doors. A 3-door may be too much like the X2.
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Engine and gearbox - 3.0d coupled to eight speed auto box (economical, powerful, and smooth). Costello shoe horned a V8 into the MGB, altered the body with flared arches and a different grill shape, and it was so succesfull that BMC/Leyland had to create the MGB V8.......yes I owned a Costello many years ago and it was 'special'.
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Yes please..better still use the 300bhp turbo 3.0d from the 335d....please BMW. With quad pipes like this..
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Suspension and brakes - sports suspension and upgraded performance brakes.
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Just use the setup from the M3, should be easy enough.
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Interior - improve quality of points of contact, extended leather, stainless steel pedals.
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Yep, the quality of the materials used inside need another look at. For the X1M (heh, heh) add a carbon fibre interior as well. Full interior leather as well.
Please Mr BMW, if you are reading this, take note of this humble request from your loyal followers...
