This is the BMW E36 STW, running a 2.0-litre four-cylinder good for 285PS (210kW), revving to over 9,000rpm. I’ll qualify, too, that such four-cylinders as the one in this BMW are elevated immeasurably in coolness when they feature individual throttle bodies, that put out a magnificent throb as the car approaches and climbs through the revs.
Resplendent in its Bastos livery, we see this BMW on the ragged edge around Zolder and Hockenheim, with driver Eric Qvick at the wheel. He plays the mega Beemer like the musical instrument that it is. So really, we can only ask that you sit with us and listen along, as my prejudices about lower cylinder counts are eroded away just a little bit. If only the new Merc sounded like this…
Welcome to Goodwood Elevenses, a helping of motoring-related amusement to help break up your day. Watch the last video: Onboard for some hillclimb thrills
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