M3 Coupe Competition Package

[DUNKiNUTS]

M3 CSL Donates Equipment to Create New M3 Coupe Competition Package Option

Already renowned for its performance and handling, the new Competition Package takes M3 performance to the razors edge. Every aspect of the M3 handling has been tweaked resulting in the best-handling M3 ever.

The wheels are 19-inch forged-alloy wheels with high-performance tires. They connect to a suspension that has been tuned specifically for the Competition Package. Turn-in is quicker with a more direct steering ratio which goes from 15.4:1 to 14.5:1.

The Dynamic Stability Control system includes a less intrusive M track mode, as on the M3 CSL, ensuring the security of DSC and spirited driving too. For inclement conditions the regular DSC mode remains. The brakes, also adopted from the M3 CSL, include compound and cross-drilled rotors. The front rotors have also been enlarged from 12.8 to 13.6 inches.

As the serious enthusiast would expect, the Competition Package is available in combination with the standard six-speed manual or the optional Sequential Manual Gearbox.

The interior enhancements of the package are subtle but purposeful. The Alcantara steering wheel and handbrake grip feel good to the touch. The addition of the steering wheel-mounted button for the DSC M track mode requires the deletion of the multi-function controls and cruise control. The Competition Package is available with all M3 Coupe interior and exterior color combinations. Two trim items are exclusive to the Competition Package. Special Competition Package aluminum trim is included on the interior. A new exterior color, Interlagos Blue, is offered only with this package.

The Competition Package will be available for 2005 M3 Coupes beginning with December 2004 production and it will make its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The price for the package will be $4,000.

Technical Specifications:
Engine
Type: Inline-6
Displacement cu in (cc): 198 (3246)
Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 333(245) / 7900
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 262(355) / 4900
Redline at RPM: 8000
Brakes & Tires
Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R: 225/40 - 255/35 R19
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length × Width × Height in: 176.9 × 70.1 × n.a.
Weight lb (kg): n.a.
Performance
Acceleration 0-62 mph s: 4.8
Top Speed mph (km/h): 155 (250)
Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km): 16/24 (11.9)

Base Price: 2005 BMW M3 Coupe with Competition Package - $51,100 / 66,300 € (last update: 11/16/2004)

[PeleProdigyGTO]

I love that steering wheel!

[Ghostbat]

How come that the power output is lower than in the "regular" M3, 333Bhp/343Bhp?

[Cigarette1]

Originally Posted by Ghostbat How come that the power output is lower than in the "regular" M3, 333Bhp/343Bhp?

US E46 M3 = 333
EU = 343

[rachaderua]

Well all these mods can be easily done in a race parts shop or even tuning shop, so if i had enough money to spend on a car like that, i would make the mods myself as it would cost cheaper and it would stay in my way.

[chest3r]

I hate the wheels that came with the first E46 M3, and I love the CSL wheels so.... I love this version!! But a new M3 is coming. I would never buy an M3 right now..... 8)

[bmwmpower]

US E46 M3 = 333
EU = 343

why they modificate this engine?

[Caplax40]

Cause we can't have nice things...

[Gnome]

Originally Posted by bmwmpower US E46 M3 = 333 EU = 343 why they modificate this engine?

Strict emission regulations in parts of USA, I think...

[gobs3z]

A cheaper CSL without the carbon fiber.

[DUNKiNUTS]

Originally Posted by Gnome Originally Posted by bmwmpower US E46 M3 = 333 EU = 343 why they modificate this engine? Strict emission regulations in parts of USA, I think...

Yup CA, MA, ME, NY, VT have emission laws

[possessed_beaver]

totaly awsome!

you would have to get the manual model ofcorse!

[Just_me]

This car should not be compared to CSL - the best-handling M3 is CSL and not this. A CSL will humilite this M3 at the track.

[rachaderua]

Originally Posted by dani_d_mas Originally Posted by rachaderua Well all these mods can be easily done in a race parts shop or even tuning shop, so if i had enough money to spend on a car like that, i would make the mods myself as it would cost cheaper and it would stay in my way. bye bye warranty! I like it... it's something in the middle between the CSL and the stock M3... the interior looks great, especially with that steering wheel... However, as someone has said... I think I would wait to buy the new one (M4?)... and that's the reason BMW is offering this kind of mods... to make the car more atractive now that the new one is almost on the road.

yeah..but at least me, i don´t really use warranty

if i have money and if its out of warranty, i go and pay in a shop to fix something 8)

[TT]

If you have money, why to go down the cheaper road to save money? You make no sense