10 BMWs licensed for Project CARS

edubz123 · 18 July 12, 15:50

NEW CONTENT FTW!

http://www.wmdportal.com/projectnews...-project-cars/

Slightly Mad Studios are pleased to announce a new licensing agreement with BMW AG, allowing Project CARS to feature ten of the company’s most prestigious cars from seven decades.

The choice of BMWs in Project CARS will feature a selection of iconic cars from BMW’s rich heritage, including some of the company’s most successful race cars that have dominated events on circuits around the world during the past 70 years.

All chosen models have added something unique to BMW’s history of building and racing fine sports cars, including cars that have been victorious in Formula One, at Le Mans and countless of other events around the world.

2012 1M Coupe
The 1M Coupe is BMW’s newest member in the family of M high performance vehicles. Powered by a twin-turbo 3 liter straight six engine providing 335hp of power, the 1M sprints from 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. The car was met with instant critical acclaim in the automotive press, it also became the quickest BMW to ever lap the test track of BBC’s popular “Top Gear” show.

1978 320 Turbo Group 5
Made popular by the German Deutsche Rennsport Meisterschaft, the 320 Turbo was BMW’s answer to the FIA Group 5 silhouette regulations. Powered by a turbo-charged four-cylinder engine, the 320 Turbo utilised up to 600hp of power. The car was campaigned by BMW’s own Junior Team that saw promising young drivers such as Eddie Cheever and Marc Surer engaging in successful battles against other German manufacturers.

1999 V12 LMR
The V12 LMR was BMW’s weapon of choice for their 1999 Le Mans 24 Hours assault. The open-top prototype was built by Williams and campaigned by BMW Motorsport, the car was powered by a 6.1 liter V12 engine, weighing 915 kilograms. The car proved to be an instant success as the V12 LMR won both the 1999 12 Hours of Sebring and the 1999 Le Mans 24 Hours before spending another season in the American Le Mans Series until the end of 2000.

2012 BTCC 3-series
The BMW 320si is one of BMW’s most accomplished touring car racers ever built. Designed to the Super 2000 regulations for FIA touring cars, the car has successfully raced in various series around the world. Following three manufacturer titles in the World Touring Car Championship, the car is now racing in the British Touring Car Championship in the hands of eBay Motors’ Robert Collard & Tom Onslow.

1981 BMW M1 Procar
The M1 Procar was the racing version of BMW’s popular M1 sports car. Based on the road-going version of the M1, the Procar version was equipped with a racing suspension, racing aerodynamics and a more powerful version of the BMW M88 straight-six engine that provided 470hp in racing trim. Racing in support of the Formula One World Championship, the Procar Series used a unique approach in which veteran Formula One drivers would compete against young & promising drivers, all racing in equal BMW M1 Procar race cars.

1991 BMW M3 Group A Touring Car
Based on the BMW M3 E30 road car, the touring car version of BMW’s first ever M3 quickly became one of the most successful race cars around the world. Powered by a 3.2 liter inline-4 engine tuned up by BMW’s engine guru Paul Rosche, the car put out 300hp at 8.200rpm. The M3 Group A went on to win several high-profile touring car titles around the world, including two European Touring Car Championship trophies.

1940 328 Touring Coupe
The 328 Touring Coupe became known for clinching BMW’s first and only win at the legendary Mille Miglia, an open-road endurance race held in Italy until 1957. Driven by Huschke von Hanstein & Walter Bäumer, the streamlined 328 Coupe was built and designed with the help of Italian chassis builder Touring, winning the 1940 edition of the Mille Miglia with a lead of more than 15 minutes.

2008 F1.08
Designed and campaigned by the BMW Sauber Formula One Team, the F1.08 was BMW’s most successful Formula One car of the modern era. Driven by Robert Kubica & Nick Heidfeld, the F1.08 helped BMW to a third place in the 2008 F1 manufacturers championship, including a victory at the Canadian Grand Prix.

2012 Z4 GT3
The Z4 GT3 is BMW’s current customer racing model for competition in the FIA GT3 class. Powered by a V8 engine, the car races in one of motorsport’s most prestigeous classes, facing competition from all of BMWs main competitors. Campaigned by notable teams such as Schubert Motorsport & Vitaphone Racing, the Z4 GT3 is regularly driven by BMW’s squad of works drivers and has clinched several wins and titles, including an overall win at the Dubai 24 Hours race.

2012 BMW M3 E92 GT
The M3 E92 marked BMW’s return to international sports car racing and the Le Mans 24 Hours. Designed for competition in the ACO’s GT2 & GTE classes, the E92 went on to be very successful on both sides of the pond. Campaigned by Rahal Letterman Racing in the American Le Mans Series, the car went on to win the Sebring 12 Hours as well as the ALMS GT2 championship. In Europe, the car was entered by Schnitzer Motorsport, making two apperances at the Le Mans 24 Hours, sporting a very distinctive Art Car design by Jeff Koons.

zud the spud · 18 July 12, 16:17

The Z4 GT is one of my favourite cars, it's gorgeous. This really fills a gap in PCars' line up, can't wait until they are in the game.

LeSunTzu · 18 July 12, 16:24

I can see the ever extremely subtle footprint of BMW's marketing in that fluff. "...victorious in Formula One, at Le Mans..." - des heures de rire ! Like if they had any choice in that matter.

Nice range of cars, the M1 and V12 LMR are appealing even for those immune to BMW propaganda.

shinsou · 18 July 12, 19:05

The Driver · 19 July 12, 11:54

this is what i was waiting for!

but.. no my favourite bmw's.
atleast the famous E30 is included!

Chronus · 23 July 12, 20:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by LeSunTzu

I can see the ever extremely subtle footprint of BMW's marketing in that fluff. "...victorious in Formula One, at Le Mans..." - des heures de rire ! Like if they had any choice in that matter.

Nice range of cars, the M1 and V12 LMR are appealing even for those immune to BMW propaganda.

Agreed.

Ishigami · 6 August 12, 01:29

I still think that they should have used the M3 DTM instead of the M3 GT.
There is currently no other GT2 car in the roster and the A4 DTM is sitting alone as well.
Seems like they missed a perfect opportunity to expand on a already existing series and I kinda doubt that they will get another GT2 car in the game...

The other choices seem solid though I could not care less about the M1 Coupe...
Granted the Z4 is also the only confirmed GT3 car but there I have hope that we might see other cars as well.

wombat666 · 7 August 12, 16:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by LeSunTzu

I can see the ever extremely subtle footprint of BMW's marketing in that fluff. "...victorious in Formula One, at Le Mans..." - des heures de rire ! Like if they had any choice in that matter.

Nice range of cars, the M1 and V12 LMR are appealing even for those immune to BMW propaganda.

I could care less about the PR, shame several other 'much wanted' manufacturers are not smart enough to take up the opportunity.

LogRoad · 10 August 12, 22:46

All SMS, all pCARS, all good. Man, what a game this is going to be.

I wonder what SimBin is doing?

Frank

Ishigami · 10 August 12, 23:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by LogRoad

I wonder what SimBin is doing?

GTR3

edubz123 · 10 August 12, 23:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ishigami

GTR3

Dont hold your breath. Aren't they involved wih Raceroom or something?

Hey, how 'bout that pCARS announcement today! Ginettas, not too shabby.

max attack · 11 August 12, 00:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by edubz123

Dont hold your breath. Aren't they involved wih Raceroom or something?

Hey, how 'bout that pCARS announcement today! Ginettas, not too shabby.

Yeah, not to shabby at all.

edubz123 · 6 September 12, 21:55

Early Xmas today

Markao · 6 September 12, 22:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by edubz123

Early Xmas today

thanks for the tip, updating right now

edubz123 · 7 September 12, 03:26

build 296: "THE FFB BUILD"

gh69 · 7 September 12, 08:10

The Z4, even in it's early stages is a hoot to drive

max attack · 7 September 12, 08:26

How about the Procar gh69? Fun?
I cant wait to try them. They do look great and so they should too, Those guys have worked so hard and spent a ton of hours on them. All for us...

max attack · 7 September 12, 08:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by LogRoad

All SMS, all pCARS, all good. Man, what a game this is going to be.

I wonder what SimBin is doing?

Frank

redi · 7 September 12, 13:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by LogRoad

I wonder what SimBin is doing?

Frank

They just released the RaceRoom Experience free demo on Steam

Leper Messiah · 7 September 12, 19:01

Z4 is excellent, really liking the FFB. Monterey was a really nice surprise, a LOT of work been done.

hoboholic · 8 September 12, 00:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leper Messiah

Z4 is excellent, really liking the FFB. Monterey was a really nice surprise, a LOT of work been done.

I must remember to check out Monterey in this build, haven't been there in a while

Leper Messiah · 8 September 12, 08:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by hoboholic

I must remember to check out Monterey in this build, haven't been there in a while

I highly recommend it, Rainey Curve is awesome in the lotus 49! Even I can 4 wheel drift there!

max attack · 8 September 12, 10:08

Cali raceway is an awesome place to drift also.
& florence.

max attack · 8 September 12, 10:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leper Messiah

I highly recommend it, Rainey Curve is awesome in the lotus 49! Even I can 4 wheel drift there!

I will have to try that one. thx for the tip.

Jonzy · 22 September 12, 20:29

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIp_J...&feature=g-upl

hope it pleases bimmers fan

renard · 22 September 12, 20:44

Great video Jonzy, top quality.

whoops · 23 September 12, 00:50

M3 touring car, can't wait...... should be as useful as a c0c( flavoured lolly against all the other touring cars included in the game... Perhaps they should sort the game and worry about content after?? Only an idea I might add.

max attack · 23 September 12, 02:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by whoops

M3 touring car, can't wait...... should be as useful as a c0c( flavoured lolly against all the other touring cars included in the game... Perhaps they should sort the game and worry about content after?? Only an idea I might add.

Sort it out how?

Leper Messiah · 23 September 12, 09:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by max attack

Sort it out how?

whoops clearly expects a 3d modeller to be able to help out with physics/tyre coding. Because clearly if they pooled all resources to concentrate on Physics/tyre coding then AJ can help out with the track and car modelling afterwards. <sarcasm>

18 July 12, 15:50	#1
edubz123 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Chicago USA	10 BMWs licensed for Project CARS NEW CONTENT FTW! http://www.wmdportal.com/projectnews...-project-cars/ Slightly Mad Studios are pleased to announce a new licensing agreement with BMW AG, allowing Project CARS to feature ten of the company’s most prestigious cars from seven decades. The choice of BMWs in Project CARS will feature a selection of iconic cars from BMW’s rich heritage, including some of the company’s most successful race cars that have dominated events on circuits around the world during the past 70 years. All chosen models have added something unique to BMW’s history of building and racing fine sports cars, including cars that have been victorious in Formula One, at Le Mans and countless of other events around the world. 2012 1M Coupe The 1M Coupe is BMW’s newest member in the family of M high performance vehicles. Powered by a twin-turbo 3 liter straight six engine providing 335hp of power, the 1M sprints from 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. The car was met with instant critical acclaim in the automotive press, it also became the quickest BMW to ever lap the test track of BBC’s popular “Top Gear” show. 1978 320 Turbo Group 5 Made popular by the German Deutsche Rennsport Meisterschaft, the 320 Turbo was BMW’s answer to the FIA Group 5 silhouette regulations. Powered by a turbo-charged four-cylinder engine, the 320 Turbo utilised up to 600hp of power. The car was campaigned by BMW’s own Junior Team that saw promising young drivers such as Eddie Cheever and Marc Surer engaging in successful battles against other German manufacturers. 1999 V12 LMR The V12 LMR was BMW’s weapon of choice for their 1999 Le Mans 24 Hours assault. The open-top prototype was built by Williams and campaigned by BMW Motorsport, the car was powered by a 6.1 liter V12 engine, weighing 915 kilograms. The car proved to be an instant success as the V12 LMR won both the 1999 12 Hours of Sebring and the 1999 Le Mans 24 Hours before spending another season in the American Le Mans Series until the end of 2000. 2012 BTCC 3-series The BMW 320si is one of BMW’s most accomplished touring car racers ever built. Designed to the Super 2000 regulations for FIA touring cars, the car has successfully raced in various series around the world. Following three manufacturer titles in the World Touring Car Championship, the car is now racing in the British Touring Car Championship in the hands of eBay Motors’ Robert Collard & Tom Onslow. 1981 BMW M1 Procar The M1 Procar was the racing version of BMW’s popular M1 sports car. Based on the road-going version of the M1, the Procar version was equipped with a racing suspension, racing aerodynamics and a more powerful version of the BMW M88 straight-six engine that provided 470hp in racing trim. Racing in support of the Formula One World Championship, the Procar Series used a unique approach in which veteran Formula One drivers would compete against young & promising drivers, all racing in equal BMW M1 Procar race cars. 1991 BMW M3 Group A Touring Car Based on the BMW M3 E30 road car, the touring car version of BMW’s first ever M3 quickly became one of the most successful race cars around the world. Powered by a 3.2 liter inline-4 engine tuned up by BMW’s engine guru Paul Rosche, the car put out 300hp at 8.200rpm. The M3 Group A went on to win several high-profile touring car titles around the world, including two European Touring Car Championship trophies. 1940 328 Touring Coupe The 328 Touring Coupe became known for clinching BMW’s first and only win at the legendary Mille Miglia, an open-road endurance race held in Italy until 1957. Driven by Huschke von Hanstein & Walter Bäumer, the streamlined 328 Coupe was built and designed with the help of Italian chassis builder Touring, winning the 1940 edition of the Mille Miglia with a lead of more than 15 minutes. 2008 F1.08 Designed and campaigned by the BMW Sauber Formula One Team, the F1.08 was BMW’s most successful Formula One car of the modern era. Driven by Robert Kubica & Nick Heidfeld, the F1.08 helped BMW to a third place in the 2008 F1 manufacturers championship, including a victory at the Canadian Grand Prix. 2012 Z4 GT3 The Z4 GT3 is BMW’s current customer racing model for competition in the FIA GT3 class. Powered by a V8 engine, the car races in one of motorsport’s most prestigeous classes, facing competition from all of BMWs main competitors. Campaigned by notable teams such as Schubert Motorsport & Vitaphone Racing, the Z4 GT3 is regularly driven by BMW’s squad of works drivers and has clinched several wins and titles, including an overall win at the Dubai 24 Hours race. 2012 BMW M3 E92 GT The M3 E92 marked BMW’s return to international sports car racing and the Le Mans 24 Hours. Designed for competition in the ACO’s GT2 & GTE classes, the E92 went on to be very successful on both sides of the pond. Campaigned by Rahal Letterman Racing in the American Le Mans Series, the car went on to win the Sebring 12 Hours as well as the ALMS GT2 championship. In Europe, the car was entered by Schnitzer Motorsport, making two apperances at the Le Mans 24 Hours, sporting a very distinctive Art Car design by Jeff Koons.

18 July 12, 16:17	#2
zud the spud is breathing manually Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Preston, UK Hometown: Solihull, UK	The Z4 GT is one of my favourite cars, it's gorgeous. This really fills a gap in PCars' line up, can't wait until they are in the game.

18 July 12, 16:24	#3
LeSunTzu Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Paris	I can see the ever extremely subtle footprint of BMW's marketing in that fluff. "...victorious in Formula One, at Le Mans..." - des heures de rire ! Like if they had any choice in that matter. Nice range of cars, the M1 and V12 LMR are appealing even for those immune to BMW propaganda.

18 July 12, 19:05	#4
shinsou Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: GMT +2

19 July 12, 11:54	#5
The Driver Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Finland	this is what i was waiting for! but.. no my favourite bmw's. atleast the famous E30 is included!

6 August 12, 01:29	#7
Ishigami Join Date: May 2011	I still think that they should have used the M3 DTM instead of the M3 GT. There is currently no other GT2 car in the roster and the A4 DTM is sitting alone as well. Seems like they missed a perfect opportunity to expand on a already existing series and I kinda doubt that they will get another GT2 car in the game... The other choices seem solid though I could not care less about the M1 Coupe... Granted the Z4 is also the only confirmed GT3 car but there I have hope that we might see other cars as well.

10 August 12, 22:46	#9
LogRoad Join Date: May 2008 Location: In SE Alaska, in an ex-logging camp.	All SMS, all pCARS, all good. Man, what a game this is going to be. I wonder what SimBin is doing? Frank

6 September 12, 21:55	#13
edubz123 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Chicago USA	Early Xmas today

7 September 12, 03:26	#15
edubz123 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Chicago USA	build 296: "THE FFB BUILD"

7 September 12, 08:10	#16
gh69 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UK	The Z4, even in it's early stages is a hoot to drive

7 September 12, 08:26	#17
max attack Donated Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Melbourne Age: 47	How about the Procar gh69? Fun? I cant wait to try them. They do look great and so they should too, Those guys have worked so hard and spent a ton of hours on them. All for us...

7 September 12, 19:01	#20
Leper Messiah Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Derbyshire Age: 41	Z4 is excellent, really liking the FFB. Monterey was a really nice surprise, a LOT of work been done.

8 September 12, 10:08	#23
max attack Donated Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Melbourne Age: 47	Cali raceway is an awesome place to drift also. & florence.

22 September 12, 20:29	#25
Jonzy Join Date: Apr 2011	http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIp_J...&feature=g-upl hope it pleases bimmers fan

22 September 12, 20:44	#26
renard Hippy Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Twincylvania Age: 48	Great video Jonzy, top quality.

23 September 12, 00:50	#27
whoops Uploader Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Cheshire, UK Age: 44	M3 touring car, can't wait...... should be as useful as a c0c( flavoured lolly against all the other touring cars included in the game... Perhaps they should sort the game and worry about content after?? Only an idea I might add.