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BMW M Coupé and Roadster
The BMW M Coupé and BMW M Roadster are high performance models of the BMW Z3 and Z4 coupés/roadsters produced by BMW M. The first generation was based on the Z3 and was produced between 1998 and 2002. The second generation was based on the Z4 and was produced between 2006 and 2008.
All models were produced in the BMW Spartanburg plant in the United States. Some major components— such as the engine and transmission— were imported from Germany.
The M-Roadster E36/7 was introduced in 1997 as the high performance version of the BMW Z3. The most significant cosmetic difference between the M-Roadster, including the M-Coupe, is the substantially flared rear quarter-panels ("fender flares") and the correspondingly offset rear wheels. Additional external differences compared to the standard Z3 models included front and rear bumpers, gills, quad exhaust, trunk, and mirrors.
The standard Z3 models received a facelift in 1999. The appearance of the M was not changed
In the 6 years from 1997 to 2002, 15,322 M Roadsters were produced.
The M Roadster is electronically limited to a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The curb weight is 1,420 kg (3,130.6 lb).[clarification needed]
The M Coupé E36/8, manufactured from 1998 until 2002, was developed under the leadership of engineer Burkhard Göschel with the intention of adding increased torsional and structural rigidity to the Z3 roadster's chassis. The development team had a hard time convincing the board of directors to approve the model for production, but it was eventually given the green light as long as it remained cost-effective to produce. To achieve this goal, majority of the body panels had to be shared with the M roadster, thus the doors and everything from the A-pillar forward are interchangeable between the coupé and roadster, as are most interior parts. The Z3 Coupé, which combines the M Coupé's body with the standard Z3 drivetrain, chassis, and cosmetics, was approved for production at the same time.
The small development cost allocated to the Z3M dictated a small marketing budget, and using the cheaper five speed ZF gearbox, not the more expensive Getrag S6S-420G 6 speed. The five speed gearbox dictated longer differential ratios to ensure lower rpm cruising, and the later S54 engined cars were detuned to ensure performance parity with the heavier E46 M3. As a result of their relative rarity the M Coupés have become investable (especially S54 engined models). The M Coupé powered by the S54 engine is one of the lowest production BMWs with only 1,112 built in total for all markets. The Z3 Coupé was given the nickname "clown shoe" because of its distinctive styling.
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BMW M Coupé and Roadster
The BMW M Coupé and BMW M Roadster are high performance models of the BMW Z3 and Z4 coupés/roadsters produced by BMW M. The first generation was based on the Z3 and was produced between 1998 and 2002. The second generation was based on the Z4 and was produced between 2006 and 2008.
All models were produced in the BMW Spartanburg plant in the United States. Some major components— such as the engine and transmission— were imported from Germany.
The M-Roadster E36/7 was introduced in 1997 as the high performance version of the BMW Z3. The most significant cosmetic difference between the M-Roadster, including the M-Coupe, is the substantially flared rear quarter-panels ("fender flares") and the correspondingly offset rear wheels. Additional external differences compared to the standard Z3 models included front and rear bumpers, gills, quad exhaust, trunk, and mirrors.
The standard Z3 models received a facelift in 1999. The appearance of the M was not changed
In the 6 years from 1997 to 2002, 15,322 M Roadsters were produced.
The M Roadster is electronically limited to a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The curb weight is 1,420 kg (3,130.6 lb).[clarification needed]
The M Coupé E36/8, manufactured from 1998 until 2002, was developed under the leadership of engineer Burkhard Göschel with the intention of adding increased torsional and structural rigidity to the Z3 roadster's chassis. The development team had a hard time convincing the board of directors to approve the model for production, but it was eventually given the green light as long as it remained cost-effective to produce. To achieve this goal, majority of the body panels had to be shared with the M roadster, thus the doors and everything from the A-pillar forward are interchangeable between the coupé and roadster, as are most interior parts. The Z3 Coupé, which combines the M Coupé's body with the standard Z3 drivetrain, chassis, and cosmetics, was approved for production at the same time.
The small development cost allocated to the Z3M dictated a small marketing budget, and using the cheaper five speed ZF gearbox, not the more expensive Getrag S6S-420G 6 speed. The five speed gearbox dictated longer differential ratios to ensure lower rpm cruising, and the later S54 engined cars were detuned to ensure performance parity with the heavier E46 M3. As a result of their relative rarity the M Coupés have become investable (especially S54 engined models). The M Coupé powered by the S54 engine is one of the lowest production BMWs with only 1,112 built in total for all markets. The Z3 Coupé was given the nickname "clown shoe" because of its distinctive styling.
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