BMW has dropped information on a new limited edition version of its M3 Coupe for the North American market. The 2011 BMW Frozen Black M3 Coupe will be available in a limited production run of 20 units for the USA, each priced at a hefty $79,650 (~€55,500), not including a $875 destination charge.
So what does a $21,000 premium over the standard M3 Coupe get you other than a very happy salesperson and an even merrier dealer? Well, in typical BMW fashion, not much as the special edition M3 Coupe is a cosmetic package with some minor mechanical upgrades.
The two-door sports car is painted in a flat Individual Frozen Black hue and comes equipped with 19-inch GTS wheels finish in gloss black, with the same color being applied to the kidney grilles, fender vents and exhaust tips. The package also includes red-colored brake calipers, black leather interior with contrasting red stitching and carbon fiber accents, a 10mm lowered suspension and sport mapping for the EDC/DSC.
All special edition M3’s are fitted with the standard 4.0-liter, 414-horsepower V8 engine coupled with BMW’s M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT) which lowers the 0-60mph (96km/h) acceleration time from 4.7 seconds to 4.5 seconds.
BMW said those interested will have to call to reserve the first nineteen 2011 Frozen Black Edition M3 Coupes by dialing 1-800-245-4269 starting from Thursday, June 16, 2011. The first nineteen cars will become available for delivery in late June with the production run to be completed by the end of July 2011. According to the company, the twentieth car will be held by BMW of North America and “may be sold at a later date”.
Equipment List, Frozen Black Edition M3 Coupe:
- BMW Individual Frozen Black Exterior Paint
- Black Extended Novillo leather with Red Contrast Stitching on seats, headrests, door inserts, armrests, middle console, and door pulls.
- Black M3 GTS wheels, 19” diameter with high-performance summer tires
- Red brake calipers
- Gloss black kidney grills
- Gloss black side-gill elements
- Gloss black exhaust pipe tips
Additional specified equipment from M3 catalog:
- M-DCT Transmission with Drivelogic
- Competition Package
- Lowered suspension
- Sport mapping for EDC/DSC
- Premium Package 2
- Power folding auto-dimming mirrors
- Universal garage-door opener
- Power front seats
- Carbon Leather interior trim
- Interior mirror with compass
- BMW Assist with Bluetooth
- Convenience Package
- Anti-theft alarm system
- Comfort Access keyless entry system
- Park Distance Control (rear)
- Navigation System
- Voice-command
- iPod and USB adapter
- Real-time Traffic Information
- Heated Front Seats
- Satellite Radio with 1-year subscription
- BMW Individual Enhanced Premium Sound System
18 Comments:
Oh Joy, another BMW special edition... is that original or what?
Rear end looks like it's on lift shackles from the sixties/seventies eras. 21K$ upcharge? Shackles and a vinyl wrap cost less than that.
I liked their matte silver edition. But this, with the black wheels, comes off as a little too... spray can, wannabe gansta. I'd expect something a little better for an extra $21k.
Its funny how stupid these comments are Porsche charges $200,000 for a car thats a special edition out of there parts bin some $100,000 more than normal and you people say nothing. Along with how many editions of the 911 are there......seriously.....get over it you pay for exclusive
$21,000 lousy paint job, that's what it is. my monkey can do a better job blindfold while smoking a cigar and jerking off.
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Have you seen a doctor about your fantasy?
A wanker monkey.....interesting pet.....monkey see monkey do.
"Its funny how stupid these comments are Porsche charges $200,000 for a car thats a special edition out of there parts bin some $100,000 more than normal and you people say nothing."
I'm waiting for the next Porsche special edition article here to lay into that.
"my monkey can do a better job blindfold while smoking a cigar and jerking off."
I believe we've found the makings of the next Porsche special edition.
Lovers would buy one.
The standard BMW's are overpriced and they sell like mad. What will keep them from selling this one as well?
I would love to pay 79k for that, But I live in Australia, it would cost more than double that if it was to come here... even for the Normal M3 cost more than double... 79k wont even buy you a top of the range 3 series in Australia...
This vehicle is amazing so please appreciate it for what it is. BMW stays consistent and is true to what its vision and spirit of what it sets out to accomplish.
Clarkson already tested this car and said it wasn't worth it. Suspension's way too stiff to be comfortable.
ferrari charges more because its more exclusive AND faster yes...besides the paint and the wheels...i dont see where the money goes...this has slightly more tech, but its not faster so what are you paying for? sure its 0.0001 second faster than the standard car around the corner...but noone is going to notice that...drop in an M5 v10, and then charge us a million bucks...THAT people will buy...
I think that paint job is ugly, 21000 for a ugly paint job? what is next a 21000 charge to make your BMW look like a one of those god awful toyota models? where does the ugly trends stop?
21000 for a paint job that is ugly? What is next, a 21000 charge to make your BMW look like one of those god awful looking Toyota or Honda models? where does the ugly trends stop?
Honda and toyota though has never made good looking cars. Hype can make anything look good. case in point the nissan leaf.
SOOOOOOOO NOT WORTH IT, BMW INSTEAD OF MAKING SOME STUPID ASS SPECIAL EDITIONS WHY DONT YOU INVEST THE MONEY TO SQUEEZE SOME MORE TORQUE OUTTA THAT ENGINE
BULLLL SHITE.
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