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Behind the glamour and high-octane world of motorsport race day lies the beating pulse of something far more intricate and longstanding. After the paparazzi have their cover shot and the drivers go home, the focus turns to the engineers, developers, and mechanics who work tirelessly to bring a dream to reality.

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Over 1,500 miles away from Forge HQ is the Balearic Island of Mallorca, an island known for its vibrant Old Towns, Gothic Cathedrals, and picturesque beach coves. The scene is perfectly set for an Aperol Spritz, or a cold pint of Sullerica. Yet,this isn’t where you’ll find us today. We’re meeting true Spanish Royalty, José Antonio and Joan Miquel, the Kings of ‘The Pit’.

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The Pit and its “Bunker” is a private workshop, built block by block by José and Joan, both Higher Technicians in Automotive Engineering. Their workshop is a blend of mechanical authority and creativity without limits. Spain's wizards of car mechanics can be found here.

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Today, we are welcomed by their impressive BMW M2 rebuild. José playfully tells us, “This is not a Ferrari pit box’, however, the skill and attention to detail make a strong counterargument. The M2 in front of us is not the shell that arrived with José and Joan. Practising “cult” mechanics, they have restored and improved the vehicle beyond anything BMW could have imagined fresh from the factory.

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José jokes that he has a slightly unhealthy habit of admiring well-made parts the way a kid admires an ice cream (with oily hands, of course), and that for their rebuild meticulous work was imperative to elevating the vehicle away from the original OEM plastic construction.

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We were tired of seeing builds that “claimed motorsport DNA”, yet arrived with finishes that “belong in a school project”, José tells us. Upon lifting the hood, we have a clear view of an exceptional engine bay, A blend of custom design by José and Joan, mixed with Forge Motorsport. The M2 was a build made for real heat cycles, capable of withstanding track and road use and delivering constant performance gains.

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Pointing to the intercooler, Joan proudly notes this is no compromise; “it  truly is a piece of craftsmanship”. FMINT135F20, in a polished finish, shines proudly in the sun. “That aluminium work and those TIG welds aren’t there for show, they’re there because someone cared”, Joan says. Designed for BMW vehicles with the N55 3.0 single-turbo and N54 twin-turbo engines, it’s an intercooler that can be installed without cutting the car's bodywork. Delivering a 25°C temperature drop, the power increase from this alone has added an additional 10 BHP to the M2.

 

Stepping back, we can see our Silicone Turbo-to-Intercooler Hose and Boost Pipe for BMW. José smiles and tells us, “Compared to the OEM plastic original, this step up in construction quality is not subtle. You can feel the difference immediately, and respect it”.

A faulty charge pipe and broken hoses from degradation are the last things an owner should have to navigate, so the M2 is ready for a summer ahead, delivering consistent speed in all driving conditions.

 

As the engine roars into life, the 3.0 Litre turbo is a beast that even the Brandy de Jerez’s Bull would be intimidated by. As we take to the highway, we can feel the pull and aggression ready to be unleashed on  track. This M2 Build summarises the love and engineering that go into true performance parts.

Forge Motorsport are proud to supply enthusiasts as exceptional as José Antonio and Joan Miquel.

 

As we celebrate 30 years of Forge Motorsport, we look back on the builds and the people behind them, who continue to shape and define the Forge Nation.

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