A while back we told you about BMW’s plans to sell a limited edition series of their M3 over the next six months. Well, BMW decided to display a Monte Carlo Blue version of the ‘M3 Edition’ at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
As it comes from the factory with its carbon fibre roof, 19-inch wheels and high revving 4,0-litre V8, the BMW M3 coupe is a very desirable machine. The problem the Bavarian automakers are facing, is how to improve upon a good thing. They have solved this dilemma by announcing the production of the M3 Edition.
Available in three non-metallic colors (Alpine White, Black, and Dakar Yellow), as well as Monte Carlo Blue Metallic shown here, the M3 Edition Models have an interior specifically designed to match the exterior paint. A chrome package is included standard to accentuate “the truly sophisticated character of the Edition Models.” They use a dark, eloxy-plated chrome for the quad tailpipes, kidney grille, and side gills. Blacked-out 19-inch M-series light alloy rims have also been fitted, or if you prefer, you can get the rims in either silver or a contrasting white.
Inside, BMW uses white material on the center console and door-panel armrests when the vehicle is purchased with either a white or black exterior. Black leather is used on the seats, with white seams. M-badged trim bars are designed with a checkered flag look.
The M3 Edition has a body that is lowered by 10 millimeters and is powered by the same 4,0-litre V8, producing 309kW and 400Nm of torque. A six-speed manual transmission comes standard, with the M-series double-clutch Drivelogic system available as an option.
