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1997 BMW 3-Series 328i

WBACD3328VAV21580
2.8L L6 DOHC 24V
Engine
5-Speed Manual
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
GERMANY
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 BMW 3-Series

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID WBA BMW · Europe · Germany
VDS · Descriptor CD332 3-Series 328i
VIS · Vehicle ID 8VAV21580 1997 · Serial V21580

Basic Information

MakeBMW
Model3-Series
Year1997
Trim328i
Body StyleSEDAN 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerBMW
CountryGERMANY

Engine & Performance

Engine2.8L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission5-Speed Manual
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeA
Serial NumberV21580

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make BMW
Model 3-Series
Trim Level 328i

Engine & Performance

Fuel System EFI
Displacement 2.8L/170
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 206 @ 3950
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 190 @ 5300
Engine Type 2.8L L6 DOHC 24V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 5M
Transmission-long 5-Speed Manual
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 3120
Curb Weight-manual 3197
Overall Length 174.50
Overall Width 66.90
Overall Height 54.80
Wheelbase 106.30
Standard Seating 5
Wheelbase (in) 106.3
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 66.9
Height, Overall (in) 54.8

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 16.40
Fuel Economy-city 19 - 20
Fuel Economy-highway 26 - 29
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 29
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 20

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
Child Safety Door Locks Standard
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil

Other Specifications

Manufactured in GERMANY
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Turning Diameter 34.10
Tires 205/60R15
Front Headroom 38.10
Rear Headroom 37.30
Front Legroom 41.10
Rear Legroom 34.00
Front Shoulder Room 53.50
Rear Shoulder Room 53.30
Track Front 55.40
Track Rear 55.90
Passenger Volume 85.70
Cargo Volume 10.30
MSRP $32,900
Dealer Invoice $28,835
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Tire Size P205/60R15
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Front Tire Size P205/60R15

Pattern Information

PatternWBACD332 V
WMI WBA (Germany, Europe)