M3 Convertible

2011 M3 Convertible - Skies never bluer. Knuckles never whiter.
Skies never bluer. Knuckles never whiter.
Starting at $67,050 MSRP
4.0 liter, V-8 engine
414 horsepower
Rear-wheel drive
19 mpg hwy*
*EPA-estimated figures only.
Your actual mileage will vary.

Standard Features
Performance and efficiency
4.0-liter 32-valve 414-hp V-8 engine with M Double-VANOS "steplessly" variable valve timing8 individual throttles, electronically controlled (drive-by-wire)
Digital Motor Electronics (DME) with on-board diagnosticsOil coolant heat exchanger
Distributorless electronic ignition system3-way catalytic converter with heated oxygen sensor
6-speed manual transmission with additional oil cooler and heavy-duty dual-disc clutch
Handling, ride and braking
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)All Season Traction with Variable M Differential Lock
Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist power steering (M Servotronic)M suspension with twin-joint spring-strut front axle, subframe, front axle tie-rod and stiffening plate in aluminum, rear axle subframe in steel, track control arm and spring strut in aluminum and lightweight steel construction
Gas-pressurized front struts and rear shock absorbers4-wheel BMW M vacuum-assisted ventilated, cross-drilled compound disc brakes with floating brake rotors
High-performance-tuned anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Dynamic Brake Control
Exterior and aerodynamics
Double Spoke (Style 219M) Satin Chrome finish M light alloy wheels, 18 x 8.5 front, 18 x 9.5 rear; 245/40 front and 265/40 rear performance tires1Xenon Adaptive low- and high-beam headlights with auto-leveling and Cornering Lights function
Power-folding retractable hardtop with integrated rear-window defrosterAluminum hood with powerdome
Flared front and rear fenders, including wheel arches; vent gills in front fenders with integrated indicator and M3 logoFront and rear spoiler (M3 Convertible does not have a rear spoiler)
M rear apron with diffuserFlat-paneled underbody
Aluminum Matte trimM exterior side-view mirrors in body color with double bridge in black
Heated side-view mirrors, windshield washer jets and door locksWhite turn-signal indicators
M quad polished stainless steel exhaust tips
Interior seating and trim
Novillo Leather upholstery (in M3 Convertible includes Sun-Reflective Technology)Titanium Shadow interior trim
Power-adjustable front sport seats with 4-way lumbar support, manually adjustable thigh support and memory system for driver's seat and outside mirrorsFront seatback storage nets
Seatback easy-entry feature with memory and 2x-speed power fore-aft controlSplit fold-down rear seats (M3 Convertible fold-down rear seats include two convenience hooks)
Adjustable front armrestDoor sills with BMW M3 logo
Audio
AM/FM stereo/CD audio system with Radio Data System (RDS), Auto-Store, MP3 capability and 3-channel FM diversity antenna systemHD Radio™ with "multicast" FM station reception
Instrumentation and controls
Engine Start/Stop buttonM-design instrument cluster with titanium-finish-ringed instrument dials and red needles
Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service displayCheck Control vehicle monitoring system
Tachometer with variable warning zones and oil temperature displayOn-board computer with detailed vehicle information, including travel range on remaining fuel, external temperature (including freezing temperature warning)
Tire Pressure Monitor
Comfort and convenience
Multi-function remote controlAutomatic climate control includes micro-filter, automatic air recirculation, left/right temperature control, temperature- and volume-controlled rear outlets, windshield misting sensor, MAX A/C, heat at rest, and recall of individual user settings
Door storage pockets with coversPower front/rear windows with "one-touch" up/down operation (in M3 Coupe, rear windows are stationary and do not include up/down operation)
Rain-sensing windshield wipers with Automatic headlight controlAutomatic-dimming inside rear-view mirror
Automatic tilt-down of passenger's side-view mirror when vehicle is shifted into reverse gear3-spoke, leather-wrapped multi-function M sport steering wheel with audio and (accessory) phone controls, M color stitching and tilt/telescopic adjustment (M Drive button included with multi-function controls with Technology Package option)
Automatic safety-belt assistantBMW Ambiance Lighting front and rear
Courtesy lights include fade in/fade out, actuation from remote, automatic switch-on when engine is turned off, separately controlled left/right front and rear reading lights, front footwell lighting, and illuminated vanity mirrorsCruise Control with column-mounted stalk
Console valet and cupholdersVehicle & Key Memory
Electric interior trunk releaseFully finished trunk
Safety and security
Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology: dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deploymentFront-seat-mounted side-impact airbags
BMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety featuresInterlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impacts
Bumper system with aluminum impact absorbers at the front, steel impact absorbers at the rear, and front-compressible elementsAdaptive Brake Lights
Automatic front safety-belt pretensionersChild-seat automatic safety-belt locking device in rear seats
Central locking system (leaves gas filler door unlocked) and double-lock featureCoded Driveaway Protection (prevents engine start when your key, with constantly changing electronic code, is not used)
Crash sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; automatically unlocks doors, and turns on hazard and interior lightsM Mobility System (includes lifetime BMW Roadside Assistance for tire assistance)
BMW Services
BMW Ultimate Service™ (for complete details on BMW Ultimate Service, visit bmwusa.com/ultimateservice)
  • 1 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires are not recommended for driving in snow and ice. Please note: M3 models are not equipped with a spare tire and wheel. They include M Mobility System, which offers lifetime BMW Roadside Assistance for tire assistance.