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BMW will reveal its new 3 Series Convertible to the public for the first time
at the North American International Auto Show on 7 January 2007.
A magnet for car enthusiasts, Motown is the ideal venue for BMW to pull the
covers of what will undoubtedly be one of the stars of the Detroit show.
The iconic 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 generous accommodation
for luggage.
Naturally, 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 a
summer country or bayside drive.
With a body stiffer than the previous, and very popular, 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 a remarkable 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 than ever 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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