The BMW M3 Base for 1996
The restyled M3 Base is equipped with a BMW 3.2-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 24 valves. The engine is paired with a ZF 5-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for BMW.
The M3 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the M3 Base are 67.30 inches wide by 174.50 inches long. It sits a comfortable 52.60 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 106.70 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
The listed retail price in 1996 (MSRP) was $38,960, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1996 M3 is a Siemens DME MS design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 17.20 gallons.
The M3 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty in-city driving and twenty eight when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.
Conclusion
There are several reasons why the BMW M3 Base sold well in 1996. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a BMW, specifically a M3.
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