BMW M3 (2000-2006)

BMW M3 convertible

The third-generation BMW M3 convertible offers an exciting combination of open-air enjoyment and significantly more dynamic driving performance by comparison with its forebears. The convertible version opens up unimagined perspectives for anyone who wants to experience the sheer enjoyment of the exciting sound generated by the much acclaimed 6-cylinder engine. Lots of pleasure is provided by those double-declutch boosts which the sequential M gearbox supplied as an option initiates automatically when shifting down gears. Like the coupé, the convertible also has a variable M differential lock which develops a lock effect up to 100 percent depending on the driving situation.

General Data
Model Year.................................2001 - 2006
No. of Units................................29,633
Price..........................................DM 116,000

Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................3246
Power Output..............................252 kW/343 bhp at 7900 rpm
Max.Speed..................................250 km/h (155 mph)
Dimensions.................................4492x1780x1370
Empty Weight (kg).......................1730

BMW M3 Coupé

The third generation of the BMW M3 defined a benchmark in its segment for a long time. A taut chassis and the variable M differential lock ensured that the maximum engine power of 343 hp could be transferred to the road. The inline six-cylinder engine received the coveted "Engine of the Year Award" year after year. It achieved an impressively high specific output of 106 hp per litre of displacement. At the same time, 80% of the maximum torque was available at 2,000 rpm.

General Data
Model Year2000 - 2006
No. of Units54,750
PriceDM 100,000

Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................3246
Power Output..............................252 kW/343 bhp at 7900 rpm
Max.Speed..................................250 km/h (155 mph)
Dimensions.................................4492x1780x1372
Empty Weight (kg).......................1570

BMW M3 CSL

The BMW M3 CSL was consistently geared to dynamic performance. New, lightweight technologies such as the carbon roof, elimination of comfort features like air-conditioning and electric seating adjustment, an even sportier chassis with shorter springs on the front axle and unique use of cup tyres created a perfect sensation: The BMW M3 CSL achieved a time of 7 minutes and 50 seconds in the super test carried out on the North Loop of the Nürburgring by automobile magazine "sport-auto". The BMW M3 CSL intensified awareness that low weight and low centre of gravity are indispensable for high transverse dynamics.

General Data
Model Year.................................2002 - 2003
No. of Units................................1,383
Price..........................................EUR 85,000

Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................3246
Power Output..............................265 kW/360 bhp at 7900 rpm
Max.Speed..................................250 km/h (155 mph)