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History
What makes the 3.0 CSL unique?
The 3.0 CSL is a lightweight, performance-oriented version of the standard 3.0 CS/3.0 CSi coupe. It was originally developed as a homologation model for the German Touring Car Championship by a separate division within BMW AG, a division that would later become BMW Motorsport GmbH.
Where was the 3.0 CSL first introduced?
The 3.0 CSL was first unveiled at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show.
Is the 3.0CSL considered an M car?
Because the 3.0 CSL was conceived by BMW's competition department, which would be formally incorporated in 1972 as BMW Motorsport GmbH (later renamed BMW M GmbH), it is therefore generally considered to be the first M Series model. Though it does not carry an M badge, the 3.0 CSL would eventually be offered with the tri-color stripes that would form the icon of the M division.
What do the letters "CSL" designate?
The "CS" suffix denotes "Coupe Sport" and was introduced with the Bertone-designed 3200 CS of 1962. The "L" was added to this version of the 3.0 CS in order to denote "Lightweight"
How much lighter is the 3.0 CSL compared to the steel-bodied 3.0 CS?
According to official BMW figures, a non-optioned 3.0 CSL with all the aluminum body panels weighs 2,568 pounds or about 440 pounds less than an equivalent 3.0 CS. City Package-equipped models are 297 pounds heavier than the standard 3.0 CSL at 2,865 pounds.
Why is the later 3.0 CSL sometimes referred to as the "Batmobile"?
In addition to the standard front airdam and rear spoiler, 3.2-liter CSL models could be fitted with a removable "racing kit" consisting of an air guide mounted above the rear window and an enlarged rear spoiler, both designed to increase downforce on the competition machines. The addition of these rather striking appendages resulted in the nickname "Batmobile." Because these items were required on the road version for homologation purpose but could not be installed at the factory due to a conflict with various European laws, they were supplied as the removable kit.
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History
What makes the 3.0 CSL unique?
The 3.0 CSL is a lightweight, performance-oriented version of the standard 3.0 CS/3.0 CSi coupe. It was originally developed as a homologation model for the German Touring Car Championship by a separate division within BMW AG, a division that would later become BMW Motorsport GmbH.
Where was the 3.0 CSL first introduced?
The 3.0 CSL was first unveiled at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show.
Is the 3.0CSL considered an M car?
Because the 3.0 CSL was conceived by BMW's competition department, which would be formally incorporated in 1972 as BMW Motorsport GmbH (later renamed BMW M GmbH), it is therefore generally considered to be the first M Series model. Though it does not carry an M badge, the 3.0 CSL would eventually be offered with the tri-color stripes that would form the icon of the M division.
What do the letters "CSL" designate?
The "CS" suffix denotes "Coupe Sport" and was introduced with the Bertone-designed 3200 CS of 1962. The "L" was added to this version of the 3.0 CS in order to denote "Lightweight"
How much lighter is the 3.0 CSL compared to the steel-bodied 3.0 CS?
According to official BMW figures, a non-optioned 3.0 CSL with all the aluminum body panels weighs 2,568 pounds or about 440 pounds less than an equivalent 3.0 CS. City Package-equipped models are 297 pounds heavier than the standard 3.0 CSL at 2,865 pounds.
Why is the later 3.0 CSL sometimes referred to as the "Batmobile"?
In addition to the standard front airdam and rear spoiler, 3.2-liter CSL models could be fitted with a removable "racing kit" consisting of an air guide mounted above the rear window and an enlarged rear spoiler, both designed to increase downforce on the competition machines. The addition of these rather striking appendages resulted in the nickname "Batmobile." Because these items were required on the road version for homologation purpose but could not be installed at the factory due to a conflict with various European laws, they were supplied as the removable kit.
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