New BMW M3 announced

ALL-NEW CLUB SPORT PACKAGE FOR THE 2005 BMW M3 COUPE

For Discerning Driver Who Wants the Ultimate in M3 Handling Performance

BMW has announced the all-new Club Sport Package for the 2005 M3 Coupe. Already renowned for its performance and handling, the new Club Sport Package takes M3 performance to the razor?s edge. Every aspect of the M3?s handling has been tweaked resulting in the best-handling M3 ever.

The wheels are 19-inch forged-alloy wheels with high-performance tires. They connect to a suspension with more sporting calibration. Turn-in is quicker with a more direct steering ratio which goes from 15.4:1 to 14.5:1. The Dynamic Stability Control system includes a less intrusive M track mode to ensure that you can have the security of DSC and enjoy spirited driving too. For inclement conditions the regular DSC mode remains. To complement this increase in handling capability, the brakes have been modified to include compound and cross-drilled rotors. The front rotors have also been enlarged from12.8 to13.6 inches.

As the serious enthusiast would expect, the Club Sport Package is available in combination with the optional Sequential Manual Gearbox.

The interior enhancements of the package are subtle but purposeful. The Alcantara steering wheel and handbrake grip feel good to the touch. The addition of the steering wheel-mounted button for the DSC M track mode requires the deletion of the multi-function controls and cruise control. The Club Sport Package is available with all M3 Coupe interior and exterior color and trim combinations. Two options are exclusive to the Club Sport. Special Club Sport aluminum trim is available for the interior. A new exterior color, Interlagos Blue, is offered only with this package.

The Club Sport Package will be available for 2005 M3 Coupes beginning with December 2004 production. The price for the package will be $4,000.

lewissalem - 7/16/2004 6:53:23 AM

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Agreed Carguy. Have a 330, but I want an M3. Sadly the next generation is going to be seriously wack. V8 or not.

jochet - 7/16/2004 4:24:10 PM

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I'm sure the 2005 club M3 will look great, but to make this car handle any better than it already does, must sacrifice ride quality. This a great driving road that is still comfortable to drive. If I could have any feature, I would add an automatic. The current SMG is to jurky, maybe the next generation SMG which was recently reviewed in the next M5 will be smoother.

jochet - 7/16/2004 4:24:10 PM

+1 Boost

I'm sure the 2005 club M3 will look great, but to make this car handle any better than it already does, must sacrifice ride quality. This a great driving road that is still comfortable to drive. If I could have any feature, I would add an automatic. The current SMG is to jurky, maybe the next generation SMG which was recently reviewed in the next M5 will be smoother.

jochet - 7/16/2004 4:24:10 PM

+1 Boost

I'm sure the 2005 club M3 will look great, but to make this car handle any better than it already does, must sacrifice ride quality. This a great driving road that is still comfortable to drive. If I could have any feature, I would add an automatic. The current SMG is to jurky, maybe the next generation SMG which was recently reviewed in the next M5 will be smoother.

jochet - 7/16/2004 4:24:10 PM

+1 Boost

I'm sure the 2005 club M3 will look great, but to make this car handle any better than it already does, must sacrifice ride quality. This a great driving road that is still comfortable to drive. If I could have any feature, I would add an automatic. The current SMG is to jurky, maybe the next generation SMG which was recently reviewed in the next M5 will be smoother.

jochet - 8/3/2004 10:28:27 AM

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After offering my opinion with regard to the new M3, I was surprised to see the reactions by a two other readers. I'm currently driving a 2002 330i, my third brand new BMW. I also have a Toyota highlander and 350Z. We use the highlander to transport my 3 dogs. The Z is for weekends. The 330i is my everyday car, I drive about 25,000 miles a year. This is a forum for automobile enthusiasts to comment on cars. Not to attack another persons thoughts. The person who wrote "wow your stupid" should learn some manners.

jochet - 8/3/2004 10:28:27 AM

+1 Boost

After offering my opinion with regard to the new M3, I was surprised to see the reactions by a two other readers. I'm currently driving a 2002 330i, my third brand new BMW. I also have a Toyota highlander and 350Z. We use the highlander to transport my 3 dogs. The Z is for weekends. The 330i is my everyday car, I drive about 25,000 miles a year. This is a forum for automobile enthusiasts to comment on cars. Not to attack another persons thoughts. The person who wrote "wow your stupid" should learn some manners.

jochet - 8/3/2004 10:28:27 AM

+1 Boost

After offering my opinion with regard to the new M3, I was surprised to see the reactions by a two other readers. I'm currently driving a 2002 330i, my third brand new BMW. I also have a Toyota highlander and 350Z. We use the highlander to transport my 3 dogs. The Z is for weekends. The 330i is my everyday car, I drive about 25,000 miles a year. This is a forum for automobile enthusiasts to comment on cars. Not to attack another persons thoughts. The person who wrote "wow your stupid" should learn some manners.

jochet - 8/3/2004 10:28:27 AM

+1 Boost

After offering my opinion with regard to the new M3, I was surprised to see the reactions by a two other readers. I'm currently driving a 2002 330i, my third brand new BMW. I also have a Toyota highlander and 350Z. We use the highlander to transport my 3 dogs. The Z is for weekends. The 330i is my everyday car, I drive about 25,000 miles a year. This is a forum for automobile enthusiasts to comment on cars. Not to attack another persons thoughts. The person who wrote "wow your stupid" should learn some manners.