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Detroit Debut for new BMW 3 Series Convertible
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BMW will reveal its new 3 Series Convertible to the public for the first time
at the Detroit Motor Show (North American International Auto Show) on 7th
January, 2007. A magnet for car enthusiasts, Motown (in mid-winter) is the chosen venue for
BMW to pull the covers of one of its most anticipated new models. The BMW 3 Series Convertible is reinvented and presented with a folding metal
hardtop for the first time. It is the sleekest rendering yet of the new
generation 3 Series design. The new car has a low and smooth shoulder line that belies the capacious
storage compartment that hides the folded roof as well as accommodation for
luggage. The new BMW 3 Series Convertible provides a dynamic driving experience,
enhanced by the choice of travelling fully enclosed in a snug coupé,
or open to the elements enjoying the rush of the wind and a the fragrances
of the countryside. With a body stiffer than the previous 3 Series Convertible, the new model
comes with a choice of 160 kW 325i straight six magnesium-aluminium engine,
or the new top of the range all-aluminium Twin Turbo 225 kW engine in the 335i. It takes just 22 seconds for the fully-lined retractable hardtop to unfold
itself from behind the rear seats. The three-piece lightweight steel roof
provides both superior sound insulation and extremely large windows for
excellent visibility. Opening the roof is a full second faster than closing, and once stowed, the
boot retains 210 litres of luggage space. In addition, the rear section of the seat backs fold flat allowing a
through-loading system that means bulkier items can be carried securely. The European market launch of the new BMW 3 Series Convertible will be on
24th March 2007 – coinciding with the European launch of the new BMW X5, which
is also on display at the NAIAS. The BMW 3 Series Convertible will go on sale in Australia late in the first
quarter of 2007. Australian specification and pricing details will be announced
in due course. |
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