Evolving An Extreme BMW E34
Déjà vu

This isn’t the first time that this particular BMW E34 has made an appearance on Speedhunters, although it is the first time it has been seen since it’s, shall we say, evolved.

Much like the E31 I spotlighted last month, the E34 is likely car that if you choose to compete in, you’re probably making the decision with your heart and not your head. That doesn’t mean it can’t be competitive, though…

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I’ll be honest, I completely missed the feature that Larry shot on this a few years back, but the BMW is not the sort of car you can walk past in the paddock. It makes a big impression. Comparing the car before us now to the previous feature, the most obvious change is the extended aerodynamic package which has been developed for the car.

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Previously, it could have passed for a street car under the right circumstances, but there’s no chance of that happening now. It’s all thanks to widened fenders, an aggressive front splitter and rear diffuser combination with the addition of a GT wing, and a modified trunk lid. There’s now ducting on the rear doors to feed a rear mounted radiator setup too.

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There have been some changes under the bonnet as well, although the car still features a turbocharged S38.

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There’s an all-new custom exhaust manifold and down-pipe with a Comp Turbo 7479 pushed forward of the engine. Output is somewhere around 819whp with 730ft-lbs on this setup, at a safe 1.5bar (22psi) boost.

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Although not a new feature, the driving position is quite striking when you’re standing beside the car. From the driver seat, your head is behind the B-pillar, and as such extra protection has been added around the immediate area.

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Over the years Gatebil cars have gotten a bit of stick for being less than perfect.

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This E34, along with many others though are heralding a new era of cars, where they maintain the Gatebil philosophy but enhance it with a much improved build quality.

And let’s be honest, that’s only a good thing for all involved.

Paddy McGrath
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the aero is just amazing... just wondering how do they test the aero on these cars? do they have access to a wind tunnel or just build it and see if it has any benefits? a wind tunnel seems like a bit of a stretch but considering how well the are build

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There are many CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) programs available.

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difflocked_mees I have been wondering the same thing for quite a while... 
Isn't there a digital version of a wind tunnel, designing the aero in CAD or something?

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What a monster, love it

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the styling, engine and seat position, and overal package remind me of Creations n Chrome's Top Notch. Really sweet build, this bmw.

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Thanks for the bonus images.  What I noticed: Aerocatch front bumper! Intake filter location, no rubber hoses in engine bay, mostly stainless or hardline, front tow hook is part of tube bumper, fancy wiggins clamps, splitter acts as intercooler shroud, no hood latches, much to learn here!

How did he fasten the ends of the exhaust wrap? 
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tarik_tjs difflocked_mees It's the reason for flat-front miatas lol.  Would be nice to have a program with all the car bodies and aero parts to play with so you can visualize what combination works best. The net affect is key.

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The springs on the trunk are there to ensure that the trunk stays closed on the track.. This can be in addition to the standard trunk latch, however on this particular car it looks like the stock latch is no longer functional. Another benefit of this is that the components inside of the trunk can be accessed quickly, without having to fiddle with any sort of release mechanism.
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I suppose they don't require a bladdered fuel-cell in what ever class they race in. All of that engine, aero and cage makes me think that should need an SFI/FIA rated fuel-cell.

Awesome car. Very nice attention to detail and a great overall vision. I'd love to see an E30 done to same spec.

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90nissanS13@my350z The bladder fuel-cell is not required after the rules of this series, but it's one of the things that's going to be changed/upgraded this winter.

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Thanks Paddy for this nice spotlight. I remember you coming by and asking nicely to take some pictures. I didn't recognize you and after a disappointing race i wasn't inn a good mood usually i tend to talk a little more with people who show interest in the car. But seem like you and Preben did a great work. And the turbo is change out with a BW EFR 9180.

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