BMW Z3 SERIES FOR 2000:  HIGHLIGHTS

All Models:

2-seat sports cars

Two roadster models, one coupe model

Base prices: $31,870 (roadster 2.3), $37,470 (roadster 2.8), $37,120 (coupe 2.8), all including destination charge

Built in Spartanburg, South Carolina; exported to other markets, including Germany, from there

New-generation inline 6-cylinder engines, DOHC/24-valve with aluminum block and cylinder head, Double VANOS steplessly variable valve timing on intake and exhaust valves

2.5-liter engine in Z3 roadster 2.3, 2.8-liter in Z3 roadster 2.8 & 2.8liter Z3 coupe 2.8

5-speed manual transmission has new self-adjusting clutch

Available 4-speed automatic transmission has Adaptive Transmission Control, three selectable shift modes

Dynamic Stability Control standard in all models; new for 2000 (includes All Season Traction)

Limited-slip differential for enhanced handling

4-wheel disc brakes with ventilated front discs

Side-impact airbags standard

New 2-stage front-impact airbags

Rollover Protection standard on roadster models (two structural hoops behind seats)

No-maintenance battery

Freshened exterior styling: white turn-signal- lenses, chrome rings on headlights (more extensive changes on roadsters; see next page)

New exterior colors

Upgraded dash design and interior trim quality

Wood interior trim (standard coupe, optional roadsters) revised; formerly walnut, now light maple

Improved cupholder design (no-cost option, available July '99)

Z3 roadster 2.3
2.5-liter 6-cylinder engine

New standard Five Spoke wheel design; V-rated tires

Restyled rear end with new fenders, trunklid and L-shaped taillights

New lined softtop

Redesigned center console with analog clock, new switches, upgraded trim quality

Leatherette upholstery standard, leather optional

4-way power driver's / 2-way power passenger's seat

Upgraded standard audio system for '00; Harman Kardon system optional

Z3 roadster 2.8
2.8-liter 6-cylinder engine

Heavy-duty manual transmission

New standard Cross Spoke wheel design (1 6-in.); Z-rated tires

New optional 2-piece bolted Cross Spoke Composite wheel design (1 7-in. wheels with differentiated front/rear sizes)

Exterior details different from 2.3 model: chrome grille slats, full body-color front spoiler, standard foglights, white 3rd brakelight, chrome-tipped exhaust outlets

Redesigned center console with analog clock, new switches, upgraded trim quality

Leather upholstery standard, Extended Leather optional

4-way power driver's and passenger's seats

Harman Kardon audio system standard

Z3 coupe 2.8
Closed body, completely distinctive from roadster from windshield rearward

Classic GT coupe, with 2-passenger seating & enclosed cargo area behind seats

Standard Double Spoke wheel design (1 6-in.); Z-rated tires

Optional Radial Spoke wheel design (1 7-in. wheels with differentiated front/rear sizes)

Power side-window sealing system

Standard leather upholstery & wood interior trim; Extended Leather optional

Available power glass tilt roof panel

I VANOS = VAriable NOckenwellen Steuerung = variable camshaft control, or variable valve timing.