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1998 BMW M3 Convertible

WBSBK0335WEC39480
3.2L L6 DOHC 24V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
GERMANY
Built in
No factory image on file
1998 BMW M3

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID WBS BMW · Europe · Germany
VDS · Descriptor BK033 M3 Convertible
VIS · Vehicle ID 5WEC39480 1998 · Serial C39480

Basic Information

MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1998
TrimConvertible
Body StyleCONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerBMW
CountryGERMANY

Engine & Performance

Engine3.2L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeE
Serial NumberC39480

Basic Information

Model Year 1998
Make BMW
Model M3
Trim Level Convertible

Engine & Performance

Fuel System EFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 240 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 225 @ 3800
Displacement 3.2L/192
Engine Type 3.2L L6 DOHC 24V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 5A OD
Transmission-long 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 3557
Curb Weight-manual 3491
Overall Length 174.50
Overall Width 67.30
Overall Height 52.60
Wheelbase 106.70
Standard Seating 5
Height, Overall (in) 53.1
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 67.3
Wheelbase (in) 106.3

Color Options

Interior Trim
Exterior Color

Features & Options

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

Fuel & Economy

Tank 16.40
Fuel Economy-city 19 - 20
Fuel Economy-highway 27 - 28
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 28
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 19

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Front Side 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 CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Turning Diameter 38.10
Tires 225/45R17
Front Headroom 38.10
Rear Headroom 36.30
Front Legroom 41.20
Rear Legroom 28.10
Front Shoulder Room 53.20
Rear Shoulder Room 43.60
Track Front 56.00
Track Rear 56.90
Passenger Volume 74.10
Cargo Volume 8.90
MSRP $45,900
Dealer Invoice $40,300
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Front Wheel Size (in) 17 x 7.5
Rear Wheel Size (in) 17 x 8.5
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Front Tire Size P225/45R17

Pattern Information

PatternWBSBK033 W
WMI WBS (Germany, Europe)