The M Formula

Following the M car formula, the 1M features increased power, a manual transmission, rear-wheel drive, a modified suspension, fat tires and a distinctive look — perhaps more distinctive than the other Ms. The car's track is 2.8 inches wider in front and 1.8 inches wider in rear than the regular 1 Series, so the fenders have swollen as well, resulting in an exaggerated, almost cartoony style that might appeal to some BMW fans — and turn off others. Familiar 19-inch alloy wheels are shared with the M3's optional Competition Package.

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    Tachometer
    Never force the engine speed up into the red warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine. ...

    Instrument cluster
    At a glance 1 Fuel gauge 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator/warning lamps 4 Tachometer 5 Engine oil temperature 6 Electronic displays 7 Reset miles ...

    Entertainment
    Operation of the radio, CD equipment and external audio devices as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter. ...