BMW M Coupe...Continued

The M Coupe has all the same features -- power, engine, suspension, use of leather -- as the M Roadster but it has been given a hard top leading to a hatchback forming a substantial cargo area. This hard-top makes the rear of the M Coupe resemble the 5 Series Sport Wagon though it is a much more aggressive looking miniature. The look of the car is unique to say the least. Though some claim it is ungainly, we disagree. The M Coupe is a one-of-a-kind product with classic, cutting-edge styling that the industry has been missing for decades. Though the appearance takes a little "getting used to" that is only because few automakers have braved such magnificent styling in many, many years and we aren't used to it. We at WOMAN MOTORIST feel The M Coupe is so unique and interesting that coupled with its limited production run it is sure to be a collector's car of the first order.

The M Coupe is the latest car to come out of BMW's M Division which is responsible for a variety of high performance and speciality cars as well as the company's motorsports efforts. For a detailed history of BMW's M Division read WOMAN MOTORIST's review of the 1997 M3 Sedan

Vehicle Type: 2-passenger front engine/rear-wheel drive sport coupe

Invoice Price: $36,795.00

M.S.R.P.: $41,800.00

Engine: 3.2-liter Dual Overhead Cam 24-valve inline 6-cylinder engine

Transmission: Five-speed manual

transmission with direct 5th gear

Safety Features: Anti-lock braking system (ABS), driver and passenger front airbags, safety belts with automatic pre-tensioners and force limiters, side-impact airbags, integrated deployment logic for safety-belt tensioners, airbags and Impact Sensor (in event of accident, this unlocks doors and activates the interior and hazard lights), central locking system with double-lock anti-theft feature, all-speed traction control

Buyer Demos: Not available

Fuel Economy: TBA

Model Availability: Fall 1998

Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles, Comprehensive BMW Roadside Assistance Program, Corrosion perforation limited warranty - 6 years/unlimited miles