A Better 1995′s Model: The BMW Z3 for 1996
There's been a lot of talk about the BMW Z3 for 1996. As a leading car in the convertible market the Z3 (and in this case specically the Roadster version) has maintained a high standard. The 2-door Z3 is especially appealing to broad audience, making it a perfect car to help BMW as a brand in general.
Stop and Go
The restyled Z3 Roadster is equipped with a 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a GMC four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1995 version.
The Z3 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.
Statistics
The Z3 is 158.50 inches long, 66.60 inches wide, and 50.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 96.30 inches. It is able to seat 2 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $28,750 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1996 Z3 is a Bosch ML-Motronic design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 13.50 gallons.
The 1996 Z3 gets 31 - 32 miles/gallon on the highway and only 23 in the city. This is average for a convertible car.
In Summary
The 1995 model began the promise of the BMW Z3. The 1996 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers BMW hopes that the Z3 Roadster will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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