This V8-swapped BMW 1M Coupe is surely Jeremy Clarkson's dream car

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If you asked Clarkson, he'll say that the BMW 1M is one of the greatest cars ever made. But we've found a car that may have miraculously improved on that five-star recipe - a 4.0-litre V8-swapped 1M. Does it get much better? Mike took it on track to find out.
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[@Drivetribe]

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[@Zafo24pl]

Steering wheel is on the wrong side.

[@JD-eo7dr]

It would be a 1M GTR

[@aleksandaraleksic4067]

No matter what it is he can afford it and make a video about it. Stop using his name for video promotion!!!

[@phantom2k10]

there's an s65 dct swapped 1m coupe on instagram called "bruce",owned by a female named nina.That car must be even crazier than this

[@MrGMilitary]

How can I get intouch with this Ashley? Thanks

[@unknownclipsyep]

Is this going to have a part 2 where you have clarkson try it out? I think that would make a great video.

[@caprise-music6722]

100% yes it would!

[@jochem1986]

Show me a bad video with Clarkson.

[@Oi-wz2dq]

At this point drivetribe are just using the founder’s names as clickbait for videos that are completely unrelated

[@HarshManohar]

@@Oi-wz2dq yeah man its sad that you will almost never see Jeremy reviewing a new car again.

[@arturo5472]

Bring Clarkson May and Hammond back!

[@Frostfly]

I think Clarkson's Dream Car is currently a Lamborghini Tractor.

[@theothertonydutch]

I think he's already at the point where he realized that thing is more trouble than it's worth.

[@bassicuk1986]

Lexus LFA

[@Frostfly]

@@theothertonydutch sure, but that doesn't mean he will give up on it, he'll just get more.

[@karlo_111]

POWER!!!

[@aleksandaraleksic4067]

No matter what it is he can afford it and make a video about it. Stop using his name for video promotion!!!

[@kevinW826]

A few years ago, there was a guy from California who had a 1M, with the 5.0 V10 from the old M5. He had the local BMW dealership do all the electrical and programming work. And they gave it the full beans.

[@thiccboidexter2863]

They threw beans at it.

[@DuartePMelo-mz5xc]

I was imagining exactly that when Mike mentioned the S85 V10… what would the 1M be like with that engine… must be awesome!

[@CLA82529]

Man that sounds like heaven.

[@RCXDerp]

Also a dude with the Dinan stroker v8 5L in a 1M

[@Houndzee]

A dealer did the electrical? Lol which one?

[@nicholascanjuga6000]

I feel like the 1M GTR would be a great name for it as well, considering the insanely rare E46 M3 GTR was a race derived v8 inside of the standard inline 6 that you get in that normal gen M3

[@DespaceMan]

Nope it's not a GTR it's a punch to the throat type of car, should just be named the 1M8 - one man & his V8 for short 😁

[@nicholascanjuga6000]

@@DespaceMan yea i can see that, just thought gtr would fit considering there was a gtr, but hey there is no defined name for the thing

[@rampage3337]

@@nicholascanjuga6000 i think a better name whould be GTS as thats what bmw uses for their street legal race cars. btw did you know you can litteraly go and buy a full blown bmw M race car from factory? like i don't mean like the m4 gts or anything like that but like litteraly order an M car that is a 100% fully built race car with air jacks roll cage slick tires one of those f1 car looking steering wheels. i find it really amazing that anyone can just go and buy a fully speced race car from factory

[@alexcoupe.]

This car isn't and never was a 1M! It was a 123d and it's even still registered as a 123d on the gov.uk website!

[@nicholascanjuga6000]

@@alexcoupe. true enough, fair paiony

[@993mike]

Actually the S65 weight about the same as the 1M motor, plus it’s shorter so it tucks further back for better weight distribution. S65 V-8 is truly a masterpiece

[@chiefdenis]

It is a masterpiece, but watch out for those bearings though

[@oskarkrawiec368]

@@chiefdenis grow up. if you want M spec v8 quality, expect to pay M spec v8 price

[@alexvega9181]

@@oskarkrawiec368 people want a racing derived v8 to be like a pushrod lol

[@THESLlCK]

@@alexvega9181 to be fair a 6.5 L corvette engine would literally fit inside this one

[@alexvega9181]

@@THESLlCK So? Are you talking about the l78 from 65 that doesn’t compare in any way?

[@boymcfacto5832]

When I saw this on Mike’s story I thought it’d be in the 70k+ range but that is very very reasonable and a banging deal

[@philbarrett3739]

Absolute bargain......... almost like a side hobby for some.

[@chiefdenis]

Yep, that's a very reasonable price

[@naycnay]

I mean, you need a donor 1M first for the price stated in the video... That probably puts it in the realms of £50-60K if you find a cheap and abused 1M to do this on. Let alone the cost of refreshing other abused parts.

[@naycnay]

Rewatched. £30K all in! Wow. But yeah, because it's a standard 1 series with all the work done to it.

[@alexcoupe.]

@@naycnay The car isn't an 1M though, it's a 123d

[@bikkiikun]

The 1 Series Coupé was always among the prettiest BMWs. That not just applies to the 1M, but also to the ActiveE (electric conversion).

[@MichaelLoda]

>Clarkson in title >no Clarkson >sad

[@TastierBackInThe80s]

This is the fastest V8 swapped Tefal cooking appliance...IN THE WORLD.

[@TheKatWeasel]

You mentioned weight, but surely there isn’t actually a huge weight difference between the car with an S65 rather than the N54 because surely all the turbo and associated parts weighs more than a couple of cylinders?! Either way, this does sound better than the N54 which is some going in itself, however the car as a whole is one of the greatest small packages to come out of BMW😍

[@richardweerasinghe3296]

@J B Agree there is more power available in the N54. But this is basically taking all the best bits of the 1m and merging it with the best bits of the M3 without any after-market modification. Very appealing.

[@MrPTManning]

Like the N54, the S65 is also an aluminum block engine, so for a V8 it's not heavy. Was actually slightly lighter than the S54 in the E46 M3. S65 is all about the throttle response (because it has ITBs), sound and 8400 rpm redline. Tuning wise, a supercharger is basically the only option, with which 650 hp is easily doable.

[@richardweerasinghe3296]

@J B I don’t think anyone would consider doing this to a real 1m. Way too valuable.

[@richardweerasinghe3296]

@J B I have one of these cars E82 s65. Started life as a 118d. There is no advantage starting with a real 1m due to value. But it’s your car. Do as you please.

[@SomethingFunny454]

K&N because we all love check engine lights.

[@jordanhoit4344]

Myth

[@jochem1986]

K&N because we all love ricey engine bays.

[@helipeek2736]

Komoletely & Nackered

[@madmick3794]

Always liked the look of this BMW, even tried to get one as a daily though the wife wasn't impressed.

[@ernstheimlich7257]

Been plotting for a year to chip my 520i to 300HP / 450Nm, and sell it to the missus as "maintenance" :D

[@toesuf94]

I bought a wrecked 135i Cabrio, and other than it feeling a bit wobbly underneath, it is honestly one of my favorite cars to daily (and I have an M8C in the garage!) It is the perfect size and just an absolute scream to drive it - so tossable! We like it so much the wife has the new M240ix in final production right now. The 1 and 2 series are just the perfect size car!

[@bonifacijus11]

even your wife (a woman, which is odd) has a better taste in cars, if she weren't impressed by 1or2 class bmw coupe;p

[@madmick3794]

@@bonifacijus11 she ended up with a V8 wagon of another brand with plenty of bells and whistles, now I hope to get one as my daily . . .

[@chgofirefighter]

Being single has it perks no nagging wife to deal with or keep happy, but the fact is that females are never happy… 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@e46m54nissansr20937]

Though I love straight line big power. This is another example of power doesn't mean everything as you know N54 can make this S65 power with even more torque without breaking a sweat in the regular 1M. This 1M has loads of character with the S65 and arguably a more fun car altogether.

[@bradleyland]

@J B that's missing Arthur's point though. The N54 might be the more performant option, but is it as enjoyable to drive? For some people, I understand that it will be. I know plenty of turbo addicts, and I don't begrudge them their choice. But there's also a lot to be said for the experience of a highly tuned, naturally aspirated V8 shoved into a tiny little car. I've owned both, and I can appreciate them both, but the song of an S65 at 8,000 RPM stirs something in me that I just can't find with a turbo I6, no matter how hard it shoves me down the road.

[@dee1251]

@J B what tuning would u recommend ? I have a 1m as well and it seems a bit slow for me

[@chichotwojay740]

I’ve driven a few 1M’s and they are absolutely insane with the turbo 6. The v8 makes this 10/10.

[@alexcoupe.]

It's not a V8 swapped 1M though is it?? It's a V8 swapped 123D

[@mikep6726]

Yeah you're right, a bit cheeky of them to call it a 1M

[@Allmotor1m]

1M was really just a regular 1 series with m3 parts slapped on it if we're being honest. Still the best bmw of all time

[@frankfraga295]

Patiently waiting for part 2 of this video! The start scene with Clarkson saying “right”

[@BlitzkriegRap]

This car instantly goes to my greatest cars of all time top 10 list!!!

[@ShedLifeUK]

Must say, that is a fine piece of work and that noise is fantastic. Wonder if anyone is brave enough to shove the V10 in one.

[@strydyrhellzrydyr1345]

I'm sure.. maybe... But it wouldn't be... The special car that it is...

[@manup1931]

There are z4s with v10s. This is same engine just less cylinders, same problems.

[@mephistovonfaust]

I'm not sure if you could fit a V10 in there. The V8 is pretty much aready cramped in there.

[@BlitzkriegRap]

Now that would really affect the balance, there are E46's with V10s out there though. This NA V8 is a similar weight to the standard turbo inline 6 found in this 1M.

[@pri1155]

It's already been done, about 5 years ago or so.

[@MrMMottram]

Insane car made even better with that engine swop! As I understand… removing a cold air intake designed by BMW for a cone filter that doesn’t look like it’s being fed cold air won’t do anything for power in hotter countries. Cold air for the win.

[@ezb77]

There's not much around that can beat the S65 intake noise. Just lovely.

[@timdaley6911]

Used to own the inline 6 NA form of this car, the 128i, and to this day is the most satisfying car I've ever driven!

[@douglasjames4905]

Mine is heated up and now dynamic perfection. It comes as a blank canvas. I have been blessed with a wide scope of cars for 50 years: Astons. 356 Speedster, Roadster, 2 cabs, 120DHC, 140M, E-Type OTS & FHC, 73 911E, rare XJ12C, XK8 'vert, MB SL's, 2002, 5-series, Alpina 635CSI, for a small sample. The 1-series after spending a fortune to get it right [BMW got it sooo wrong] is dynamically Superior, beyond better, than ALL of them by far. Full stop.

[@yujyuj2957]

@@douglasjames4905 what did u do to the 1series? Even better than the 140m?

[@Topgear2006]

They really do these titles just for click bait

[@bwdrives]

bought a 125i recently... love the N/A 6 but this conversion is very very tempting

[@eriktenhag2022]

Beautiful piece of videography from 2:50... Brilliant idea :)

[@TheHarrie93]

I miss Jezza tossing weapons around a track. I'm curious how fast his Lambo (yes the tractor) would be around the test track

[@Atlastheyote222]

I miss the 1M so much. RWD 1ers were so amazing and sticking that straight six in one just made it so much better.

[@kylem2010GT]

Same engine in an E89 Z4 would be my preference. A GTE/GT3 Replica.

[@darrensimons1529]

An amazing creation! The fact you can put a bigger engine in a car where it’s lighter than the original is something seriously impressive. A point That should’ve been mad made in this video. I’ve not stopped drooling.

[@SOHCGT96]

I'm really curious the exact weight difference of the fully dressed engines, I wouldn't think the turbo/intercooler would weigh all that much, but architectural differences between an I6 and a V8 give you a lot of toss ups that just come down to the execution.

[@luukkuwet]

Did you measure, how much that intake reduced output?

[@Stefantjeh1997]

nah, theyre sponsored by them

[@mikemoore5929]

Get your lawyers to write to K and N , then you can find out !

[@loddude5706]

'I feel that I - I - I can safely say, Downing St. has never used them as free-flow party hats . . . more gin Vicar?' : )

[@sickjohnson]

Well done guys! That car looks and sounds incredible.

[@ViiralDzn]

First time I’ve ever watched a video on this channel bit the quality of the video, angles, everything is top notch! Earned a new sub.

[@box6982]

0:32 It tells the HP your making at any time???! THATS SO COOL!

[@Atem_S.]

This is what a BMW M should sound like! The 1M is perfection!

[@tomdagg6545]

It sure is. It's a stunning look ing car. Absolutely gorgeous 💕

[@Atem_S.]

@@tomdagg6545 this one must be such a blast to drive and I can already see a nice body kit on that.. Ouff!!!

[@cr6262]

K&N must have handed out a sizeable check! The production aspect is well up! Well done, looks great!

[@ryanpuryear]

This is amazing! Under rated engine (no torque, but the revs!!)

[@BlitzkriegRap]

People are kind of spoiled when they say "no torque" for a 400Nm engine that carries 90% of it's torque from 3500 to 8500 RPM. No engine holds it's torque over a band of 5k RPM like this engine does.

[@ryanpuryear]

@@BlitzkriegRap ...but with turbo engines,

[@wesgregg6451]

@@ryanpuryear Everyone seems to get excited over high horsepower numbers. That might be the only reason the industry uses that specification. After all, at least in the automotive world... it's not even something that can be directly measured; it's just a man-made thing. What gets measured is *torque* - then someone grabs a calculator, multiplies the measured torque by the RPM it was measured at and then divides the result by 5,252. That's it. "Horsepower" = torque*RPM/5,252. Raise the point at which an engine develops its power to a higher RPM and, obviously, its horsepower rating increases. If that RPM is high enough, it can even cause many people to think an engine is more powerful than it actually is even if its actual power (torque) is *less* . On the other hand, if an engine is said to make 300 horsepower at 2,000 RPM, that actually means that it produces 787.8 ft/lbs of torque, lol. Which explains why (relatively) large displacement turbodiesel V8 engines can end up weighing in the neighborhood of 1,100 pounds, fully dressed - they need to be stoutly built to handle the massive internal forces involved in producing the power that they do.

[@ryanpuryear]

@@wesgregg6451 Now days even this thing’s 400hp is not much to brag about. It was never the HP on this, it was the rev’s...which to your point is positively correlated to HP and negatively correlated with torque.

[@guidosperandieu4884]

I would for sure like to see what the old guys do with this awesome machine, looks super, sounds even more. This is how it’s supose to be

[@ff8123]

I think the 4.0 liter V8 may have had more to do with the added power than the K&N filter. Just a guess though.

[@ViktorAgnarFalkGumundsson]

Not really sure about that.. 335hp vs 400hp.. it may come close in the horsepower over time comparison.. I would always be able to plug up my KESS v2 and my laptop and make 400hp with more dramatic torque from that N54, without swapping anything or spending any money... just saying 🤭

[@tomdagg6545]

It absolutely drop dead gorgeous. My favourite car. The best!

[@bsteel2775]

Love the e82 body for handling,sadly dont have the v8 yet looking at the e92 subframe and old x5 v8 lump in the next year or so

[@villagesautodetail]

Its the visceral experience that this car is that is what makes driving a passion for TRUE drivers. Not the sterilized, sanitized, soul-less hulk of cervos and battery's that are electric hypercars on the horizon. I would take this over ANY electric car (Like the BMW I8) not matter what the price or category. I want to live to drive and love the moments doing it, not be so bored that I would rather run myself over with it and pray that it breaks my neck to put me out of my silent electric misery.

[@danmcadie2515]

Why mention EV's at all? I take it several has bent you over to make you so butthurt - try a cream.

[@joonassummanen6130]

I like All M-cars, especially the coupes and the 1M is one of my top 5 favorite BMW's

[@gotgrip]

Shoutout to the editor. Those mid-film shots of Mike with the window down? Priceless... XD

[@SB-vb8ch]

Not a particularly difficult swap, everything pretty much bolts in. The 1 series is basically a 3 series under the skin so it's not a huge leap.

[@system11yt]

The guy who made this is going to get SO many orders now.

[@FirstFamilyCharger]

Kind of surprised there’s no one producing swap kits with engine mounts.

[@jasperzwaenepoel2421]

@@FirstFamilyCharger you don't need it, you can transplant the whole subframe over.

[@thatautogarage3644]

I’m so glad to see it’s not LS swapped.

[@geezee1946]

That is a very odd (aggressive) style of driving in the corners. Never seen a car get so manhandled in the corners.

[@AHayes-ss6js]

Mr. Fernie has come into his own with his car reviews. Fabulous job!

[@jamianwolfe6486]

I had an ‘89 mustang LX 5.0 and it crabwalked like no other. Short wheel base cars love to get sideways. Man the v8 in that 1M is wonderful sounding.

[@Angl0sax0nknight]

Had the chance to be in a F30 with a modified B58 (tune bigger turbo) it scared me how much power it had and still had to give. Think it was running close to 600whp. I work on BMW not a big fan of the V8s but absolutely love the the in-line 6. Bullet proof.

[@patrickbateman6885]

The 340i F30 LCI was/is an absolute beast of a car. In my opinion, the 340i was the pick of the F30 range as the M3 was just unimpressive compared to the C63, the E90 and the new M3. I’m currently looking at maybe upgrading my 2011 BMW 323i to a 340i or 440i. Do you approve of this and is the B58 as reliable as I hear people say it is?

[@Angl0sax0nknight]

@@patrickbateman6885 it was another techs customers looking for a driveline noise under acceleration. The customer had done mods to it. Tune and a bigger turbo, it was scary fast. Think it was a 17-19 F30 not an S motor

[@MrCharlan1]

@@patrickbateman6885 I’ve got a stage 2 M140i b58, craziest car I’ve ever had

[@MarkDe94]

never mind JC, iv wanted a 1M since i first saw one, they prices on there were just mental by the time i could drive the V8 is just the chefs kiss

[@doubleL_S]

Nice swap but a tuned N54 which was originally in it sounds like a modern 2jz. And that's the best sounding engine/turbo ever.

[@BlitzkriegRap]

N54 great potential but whe ntalking about sound it will always be below high reving NA engines.

[@Jackk82]

Let Clarkson drive this car, please😭

[@RidingWithGerdas]

This!

[@caprise-music6722]

The 1M is one of my favorite dream cars!

[@TheTruthKiwi]

Yup, very nice. Definitely one of the most handsome coupe's BMW has ever made, maybe one of the most handsome Bimmers full stop. 30k seems like a steal for one of these

[@GopNet]

OOOOhhh Blyton Park :D been there before and it's quite a nice small track :)

[@stephent2243]

Props for the manual box. It does look cool with the m3 bonnet, but I still prefer the shape of the e92 (I'm biased because I own one).

[@jasonmcelroy1938]

I believe the S65 is actually lighter than the inline-6 it replaced in the E46 M3. With that being said, handling might actually be improved with a swap such as this.

[@Scooterboii94]

Yea but you would definitely make way more power with a few mods to the n54

[@jasonmcelroy1938]

@@Scooterboii94 I own both the S54 and S65 and they are both pretty much maxed out with power and bolt-ons do little. The S65 is a better engine IMO and the S54 isn't even in the same league when it comes to sound.

[@astongrad930]

Speechless, I didn't want to watch this at first to avoid being sickened by the price tag that I expected this to carry. I was wrong, this isn't a £330k e30 m3 restoration by Redux which doesn't even include a donor car which will easily bring you to £400k plus all in. This is a 10th of the price and is it the 10th of the car? Blimey, just need to get 30k together now

[@naycnay]

£30K + a 1M! :D

[@smoky.m3]

Funny thing is that the csl is supposed to be not only faster or more powerful but also lighter than the normal M hence the name Coupé Sport Leichtbau or Coupe Sport Lightweight. So the power may be there but i don't think the weight part is or actually might be a tad too much. Nevertheless the car is awesome and you can see it.

[@togzinnhla6747]

Beautiful car, nice engine swap👌🏾

[@LaudaMaestro]

Someone entered a RedBull drift competition with a S65 swapped 1M several years back here in Egypt. That engine suits the car’s character so well.

[@juriebezuidenhout2538]

Getting goosebumps where I never thought possable getting goosebumps..... That sound.... Eish

[@CoreRye]

4.4 stroker kit would be ideal as its still over 1.5 tonnes.

[@BlitzkriegRap]

Yeaaa my thoughts exactly...we are in a perverted territory now haha.

[@TheAmbientUniverse]

Name dropping Jeremy Clarkson for views and then not even having him in the video is cheap and worthy of a dislike, fyi

[@TheCockyPerry]

I agree.. The video, the car are nice… But if you Name the guy… do something relevant about it..

[@jasonphelan3887]

Amazing car.. small spacer or wider wheel on the rear would crown it

[@phillynarrowstraight]

Eventuri carbon plenum is the only upgrade I’d do to that car ♥️

[@paulb4uk]

It sounds great a nice swap and not a bad price all in .

[@achmadosman9807]

The spiritual successor to the legendary 333i. Personally, still prefer the six. Call me old fashioned.

[@bobhob35]

No I don’t think your wrong; I’ve always had a thing for jaguar in line 6 engines as well as BMWs. A V6 or V8 is just not as smooth.

[@strydyrhellzrydyr1345]

Oh yes... Clarkson would love this... Me to... My favorite 69 mustang boss 429. AC cobra. And this... Definitely in my top cars list

[@earlofsmeg]

That is an awesome ride.

[@chrisogrady28]

Didn't know Quarry had a grey one too, I only know their blue 120d to V8 1M conversion

[@brutalschel]

Such a thing of beauty 🤤 What a machine!

[@shamibull8972]

Absolutely brilliant wish I can drive it

[@Tracertme]

Interesting would he swap my E89 35is which is the same 1M engine for this v8 which has far more engine bay space... then it would become a really great car... the E89 has always been vastly under rated... even just swapping out the terrible run flat tyres for msport 4s tyres fixed 80% of any scuttle shake and I was not expecting that.

[@gregs8685]

The V8 is lighter and the weight distribution with the V8 is even better than stock. The straight six is a long engine which extends farther beyond the front axle than the more compact (lengthwise) V8. They should have corner weighed it before and after. And who cares if Clarkson would approve?!

[@ViceCityNightcrawler]

So sick, I would love to own one

[@theprodigalstranger5259]

At 6'4" I can only imagine Clarkson has one helluva time fitting in that car

[@douglasjames4905]

I have an E82 Sport spec as my keeper until ddup. If the Recaro oem is all the way back, I couldn't depress the 3rd pedal. I'm 6-2" long legs ratio. JC may well be too porkly by now, especially two aboard.

[@TTRSEmotion]

It's not a miata dude. It's decent.

[@theprodigalstranger5259]

@@TTRSEmotion @J B I am currently looking at Clarkson in the 1M. He's ducking so his head doesnt hit the roof, his knees are banging into the steering column, and he looks quite cramped. BTW I never said he wouldn't fit just that he would have a hard time fitting and from what Im seeing, S17 E1 TG, he is.

[@Phantom-ez4zv]

@@theprodigalstranger5259 are you a tall dude?

[@theprodigalstranger5259]

@@Phantom-ez4zv barefoot Im 6' tall, 6'1" - 6'3" depending on what shoes or boots I'm wearing.

[@elmonyopi1577]

Nice car! Truly nice!! I've never heard any motor journalist complaint about a 1 series ///M It's been a great car, and still is.. Does the S58 engine make it more special or raise the value of th car? 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@Roberto_79]

That jumps straight into my five car garage… Not sure what would have to come out but it definitely goes in

[@naycnay]

If I could afford one of these ontop of my 5 dream cars, I could probably afford to extend my garage to accommodate a 6th. Or at least rent a place to store it... :D

[@ViktorAgnarFalkGumundsson]

As much as I'd love to have it this way, I think the N54 engine is a BETTER platform for power increase, the S65 came with it's problems. But the soundtrack, nothing will beat it and for what it is.. that swap is era correct.. and I can see how getting rid of the overhang will improve handling.. I'm in the middle of building a E87 with a N55 swap, as I think of the 1 series as a contender to the VW Golf and not the VW Bora/Jetta (not that the Bora/Jetta came as a coupé anyway). But great feature on a spectacular build!

[@naycnay]

There is power, then there is turbo power. And the more your build power via turbos the more you change the characteristics. Part of the fun of M cars is the hooliganism and handling capabilities and IMO you need/want immediate throttle response before big power gains.

[@hypmind]

Sooo where is Clarkson? Stop using guys🤦

[@chgofirefighter]

Wow a 1M with a V8 😍I wouldn’t be able to afford it but I used to own two 135 series but not M and the 135 was a fantastic car, they were both convertible not the coupes 😌

[@Prodriver33]

It’s a 1M-GTR The GTS was just a modified version of the M3. The GTR was the one with a V8 swap into it like this car.

[@arvidjohansson3120]

I have seen a 1M with a S85. It sounded amazing.

[@kapptinkapptin6569]

Find Clarkson asap! He needs to have a drive of that car. Make it happen!👍

[@donjuan150]

Wow Epic......and that sound......

[@VisionCityMayor]

I actually dream of building a car very similar to this, except instead of a 1M, it's an M2 CS. If you put in the E92 V8 in it, it should have about the same power, so I think it'd pair very well with the manual transmission.

[@TucsonDude]

They're around $100K (used) for a donor CS.

[@1calebparker]

Doug Demuro somewhere…:THIIIS is a BMW 1M Coupe. I’ve long been known to say that the 1M is the ultimate BMW sports car for its handling and tossability but I’ve always found it a bit underpowered. However his is not just any 1M Coupe because this example has a twin turbocharged V8 under the hood. That’s right this version puts out a staggering…

[@tinaandandrewmcdermott5742]

Anyone know what trunk lid that is?

[@grahamlawton6250]

Epic sound!

[@spudgunn8695]

Ha! When I was a young Top Gear watcher it was presented by Noel Edmonds and Angela Rippon!! Gods, I'm getting old!!😂

[@albertmarin2501]

Yesssss thats what we want!!!! V8 power! Thanks

[@ciaranburke3243]

It's fabulous, my favourite bmw 😍

[@G-SpecDetail]

Splendid Indeed✨ would you guys say this conversion can play out as an investment 'collector car'?

[@seanrosedotcom]

Not usually a BMW fan in the 21st century... but this is badass.

[@TheFuxxoWorksGarage]

initially i thought its an LS swap, boy was i wrong :-D what a project!

[@papa_pt]

V8 only weighs 15 lbs more because loss of turbos. This looks like a blast.. you can always make an n54 more proper by getting hybrid turbos that pull to redline instead of the stockers which drop off around 6k rpm

[@-GA-MancsFinest]

never mind the 1series v8 ,you wanna see the 1 series with the v10 (s85) or the e92 with the v10 ,its no slouch.....,much like this

[@lucasperboni674]

dude applied counter lock almost 10 times mid sentence at 5:00 hahahhahaha