[BRAKE!]

I mean think about the origins - the carbon roof was a signature item on an e46 M3 CSL, then it became an option on the “regular” e92 m3 which didn’t make the CSL badge any less special.

The CSL paved the way for next BMWs to get better. As the carbon roof now has been around for 20 years, it makes sense that it’s being integrated to other models. There are other ways that BMW can innovate to make their M cars special and I’m sure they are working on it.

If you’re concerned about how blurring the lines between M and M-lite may look to the layman, don’t waste your time. I have found that they can’t even tell the difference between a Ferrari and a Corvette. To them it’s a “red car.” They won’t know the difference (or care). Just FYI.