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Overview
The 1998 BMW 3 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a sport built in Germany with prices starting at $104,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 2.8L 6-cylinder engine that has 142 kW of power (at 5300 rpm) and 280 Nm of torque (at 3950 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 62L fuel tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1393mm (54.8 inches) in height, 4433mm (174.5 inches) in length, 1698mm (66.9 inches) in width with a 2700mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1505kg (3318.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series Base comes standard with 225/50 R16 front tyres and 225/50 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
58.14 - 153.75 kW/t
58.14 kW/t
153.75 kW/t
Boot Space
300 - 440 litres
300 litres
465 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 - 5 years
3 years
5 years
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Dimensions
4,433 mm
1,698 mm
1,393 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,433 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,698 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,393 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 360 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Engine
Bore Engine: 84
Engine (cc): 2793
Compression Ratio: 10.2
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.8
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 84
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.4
Main Capacity (L): 62
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Number of Functions: 4
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 230
Maximum Speed (mph): 143
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 193
Maximum Power (kW): 142
Maximum Torque (Nm): 280
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3950
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Convertible
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanized
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down (L): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 230
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 55.4
Front Track (mm): 1408
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 54.8
Overall Height (mm): 1393
Overall Length (in): 174.5
Overall Length (mm): 4433
Overall Width (in): 66.9
Overall Width (mm): 1698
Rear Track (in): 55.9
Rear Track (mm): 1421
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.1
Front Headroom (mm): 968
Rear Headroom (in): 36.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 921
Front Hip Room (in): 55.6
Front Hip Room (mm): 1412
Rear Hip Room (in): 44.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1120
Front Leg Room (in): 41.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1045
Rear Leg Room (in): 32.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 817
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1352
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 43.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1108
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Convertible Roof
Roof Hard Type: Hard
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3086
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 670
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1477
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1865
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4112
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1505
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3318
Antenna
Type: Fixed Mast
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood/Woodgrain
Doors: Wood/Woodgrain
Gear Selector: Wood/Woodgrain
Instrument Panel: Wood/Woodgrain
Shift Lever Skirt: Leather
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Driver Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Folding: yes
Seat Upholstery
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Remote
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