Test report from CoMod JoergW on the Carrera Evo/D132 BMW Z4 M Coupé Dörr Motorsport No. 169 (27314 and 30505)
Pure excitement in 1:32 scale? Here's the answer:
Optics:
The Carrera model's black paintwork with white sponsor logos and design applications looks very realistic and, despite the dark base color, is very visible on the track.
Technology:
The Z4's front axle is continuous and rotates very easily out of the box. I didn't need any modifications.
Processing:
The rims and axles are fine, so there's no need to worry about any problems during the test. The tires... oops, something's different! What to do? Get an older Z4 version! ...and sure enough, the test version has significantly softer tires. The tires are relatively loose, but they didn't shift during the approximately 1 km long-distance test. Gluing them on is possible and essential for grinding the tires, but not necessary for the average driver.
Driving behavior:
The Z4 drives smoothly and very quietly. Other models are significantly louder. The tires have good grip, and control of the car is very good on all types of roads. In the test, it ran at 14.4-14.8 volts and magnetos, which is probably what most people drive at home.
For those who prefer magnetless driving, the chassis offers a bit of space around the front axle, the sidepods, and the engine bay for custom-cut lead bars from a roofing supply store. Wheel weights are very tight, so they're not recommended here.
Anyone who, like me, has never actually sat in the cockpit of a BMW Z4 from the Dörr team can at least get a good impression here.
http://de.sevenload.com/videos/0KK7S0j-Onboard-BMW-Z4-Doerr-Motorsport
The only reason to put the Z4 in the box on test night is... the McLaren M20, but that's another topic.
Conclusion:
Maybe we can get a bodyshell of the vehicle...it would be worth it. There are certainly plenty of design ideas out there.
CoMod JoergW
Pure excitement in 1:32 scale? Here's the answer:
Optics:
The Carrera model's black paintwork with white sponsor logos and design applications looks very realistic and, despite the dark base color, is very visible on the track.
Technology:
The Z4's front axle is continuous and rotates very easily out of the box. I didn't need any modifications.
Processing:
The rims and axles are fine, so there's no need to worry about any problems during the test. The tires... oops, something's different! What to do? Get an older Z4 version! ...and sure enough, the test version has significantly softer tires. The tires are relatively loose, but they didn't shift during the approximately 1 km long-distance test. Gluing them on is possible and essential for grinding the tires, but not necessary for the average driver.
Driving behavior:
The Z4 drives smoothly and very quietly. Other models are significantly louder. The tires have good grip, and control of the car is very good on all types of roads. In the test, it ran at 14.4-14.8 volts and magnetos, which is probably what most people drive at home.
For those who prefer magnetless driving, the chassis offers a bit of space around the front axle, the sidepods, and the engine bay for custom-cut lead bars from a roofing supply store. Wheel weights are very tight, so they're not recommended here.
Anyone who, like me, has never actually sat in the cockpit of a BMW Z4 from the Dörr team can at least get a good impression here.
http://de.sevenload.com/videos/0KK7S0j-Onboard-BMW-Z4-Doerr-Motorsport
The only reason to put the Z4 in the box on test night is... the McLaren M20, but that's another topic.
Conclusion:
Maybe we can get a bodyshell of the vehicle...it would be worth it. There are certainly plenty of design ideas out there.
CoMod JoergW
