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Extended Novillo Leather with unique red-contrast stitching is also
specified, as are M3 GTS black wheels, red brake calipers, and gloss black
exterior trim elements. With the Frozen Black Edition M3 Coupe, BMW is
celebrating the availability of its exotic Frozen paint colors under the
custom-tailored BMW Individual program. MSRP will be $79,650 (without $875
destination and handling). A complete equipment list is provided at the end of
this article.
BMW M enthusiasts may call to reserve the first nineteen
2011 M3 Frozen Black Edition Coupes by dialing 1-800-245-4269 no earlier than
11:30AM Eastern Time (8:30AM Pacific) on Thursday, June 16, 2011. Nineteen of
the twenty Frozen Black Edition M3 Coupes will become available for delivery in
late June 2011 through Authorized BMW Centers, and the production run will be
completed by the end of July 2011. The twentieth car will be held by BMW of
North America and may be sold at a later date.
Each 2011 BMW M3 Frozen
Black Edition Coupe will be powered by the award-winning 4.0-liter, 414-horsepower
M V8 engine, equipped with BMW's M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT) which
lowers the 0-60 mph acceleration time of the M3 to 4.5 seconds from 4.7. Redline
is a breathtaking 8,400 rpm.
The 2011 M3 Frozen Black Edition Coupe
continues the tradition of innovation and passion for driving by incorporating
key changes to the M3's dynamic qualities. The included Competition Package
reduces vehicle ride height by 0.4 inch (10 mm) and includes M3 GTS 19-inch
wheels (in black for this Edition) with wider offset for enhanced stability,
standard Electronic Damping Control with enhanced programming, and
higher-threshold programming for the M Dynamic Mode.
Special BMW
Individual Frozen Paint Colors
The special BMW Individual matte
paintwork on the Frozen Black Edition M3 adds a rare metallic luster to the
vehicle. Compared to conventional exterior colors with gloss finish, the
sculpture-like character of Frozen Black paint highlights the athletic contours
of the M3. To achieve this luster, a special BMW-developed silk matte clear coat
is applied over the Black Metallic base coat. BMW Individual's Frozen paints
meet or exceed all BMW standards for durability and longevity, and feature a
full factory warranty. Special care guidelines are provided to customers and
authorized BMW centers to prevent the finish from becoming glossy.
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