Printing Release: Nearing the 25th anniversary of the original BMW M3, BMW of N America today announced a production run of thirty identically-equipped 2011 Frozen Gray Thousandthree Coupes for the United states of america. The 2011 Frozen Gray M3 Coupe features a special matte-greyness paint with a deep metal luster to further accentuate the athletic lines of the legendary M3.

Unique Fox Red / Black bi-colour Novillo leather interior is also specified. This is the first and only opportunity to obtain Frozen Gray Metallic outside paint on the M3 for the 2011 model year in the United States.

BMW Yard enthusiasts will be able to reserve a 2011 Frozen Gray M3 Coupe by dialing one-800-245-4269 no before than 11:30AM Eastern Time (8:30AM Pacific) on Monday, June 21, 2010. The kickoff 2011 Frozen Gray M3 Coupes volition go available for delivery in late June 2010 through Authorized BMW Centers, and the production run will be completed by the end of July 2010.

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A consummate equipment listing is provided at the stop of this press release. MSRP will be $77,600 Including $875 Destination & Handling and excluding $1,300 federal gas guzzler tax.

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Each 2011 Frozen Gray M3 Coupe volition be powered by the now famous 4.0-liter, 414-horsepower M V8 and equipped with BMW's One thousand Double Clutch Manual (M DCT). Also specified is the new M3 Contest Package, which adds an exclusive set of 19-inch wheels and other upgrades. Additionally, each buy of the 2011 Frozen Grey M3 Coupe volition include a one-day enrollment at the BMW Functioning Driving School in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

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The 2011 Frozen Gray M3 Coupe continues the tradition of innovation and passion for driving by incorporating key changes to the M3'south dynamic qualities. The equipped Competition Package reduces vehicle ride pinnacle by 10mm and includes unique 19″ wheels with wider offset for enhanced stability, standard Electronic Damping Control with enhanced programming, and higher-threshold programming for the M Dynamic Mode. The 2011 Frozen Grayness M3 Coupe is likewise equipped with the M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT) which lowers the 0-60mph dispatch time of the M3 to 4.5 seconds from 4.vii (6-speed manual).

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Introducing Frozen Gray Metallic Pigment.

The special BMW Private matte paintwork on the Frozen Gray M3 adds a rare metallic luster to the vehicle. Compared to conventional outside colors with gloss finish, the sculpture-like character of Frozen Gray paint highlights the athletic contours of the M3. To achieve this luster, a special BMW ColorSystem silk matte clear coat is practical over the Space Greyness Metallic base coat.

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25 Years and Iv Generations of BMW M3.

Racing provided the reason for the original M3's 1986 creation. BMW produced the M3 equally a road-going homologation version of its three Series to proceeds eligibility to compete in the German Touring Car Championship. Popularity and strong consumer demand substantiated the case to continue developing the M3, making information technology both a ameliorate performer and more inviting road motorcar as it evolved along with the underlying 3 Series, the company's most popular vehicle. In 1988, Northward Americans met the BMW M3 for the first time, and its high-revving two.3-liter inline-4 with 192-hp became a fable on this side of the Atlantic.

The side by side generation M3 arrived in the 1995 model twelvemonth with a 3.0-liter (and later, three.2-liter) 240-hp inline-6 powerplant. That motorcar began the next chapter of M3 Racing history which lasted a decade on both sides of the Atlantic. In 1997 the start M3 Sedan joined the family and the M3 Convertible followed shortly thereafter.

The 3rd-generation M3, available from 2001-2006 as a coupe and convertible, again was offered with half dozen-cylinder power, this fourth dimension providing a remarkable 333 hp from 3.2 liters. From the 2002 model yr, this M3 marked BMW's get-go offering of the Sequential Transmission Gearbox (SMG) for the U.s..

The 4th and current generation M3 was introduced for the 2008 model year as a Coupe, Sedan, and Convertible, featuring an all-new 4.0-liter, 414-horsepower V8 engine with eight private throttle bodies and an 8,400-rpm redline. Showcasing its remarkable performance envelope, the newest M3 Coupe serves equally the basis for the M3 GT2 race car, which successfully competes in endurance races confronting the near exotic cars from effectually the world in the American Le Mans Series.

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Equipment List: 2011 BMW Frozen Grey M3 Coupe

  • BMW Individual Frozen Greyness Metallic exterior paint.
  • BMW Individual bi-color (Fox Red with Black) Novillo Leather interior.
  • M DCT Manual
  • Contest Bundle
  • Electronic Damping Command, 19″ light-alloy wheels, lowered interruption, sport mapping for EDC and DSC.
  • Premium Parcel – Power folding mirrors, universal garage door opener, digital compass mirror, BMW Assistance with Bluetooth, Novillo Leather, Carbon Leather trim.
  • Technology Package – K Bulldoze arrangement, Comfort Admission system, Navigation system, Voice Control system, Real Fourth dimension Traffic Information system.
  • Heated Forepart Seats
  • Rear Park Altitude Control
  • Enhanced Premium Sound Organization
  • Satellite Radio with 1-year subscription
  • iPod and USB Adaptor

[Source: BMW ]