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The Good
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1997 BMW M3: Quick Overview
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1997 BMW M3 Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 1997 |
| Make | BMW |
| Model | M3 |
| Trim | - |
| Style | Coupe |
| Type | Coupe |
| Category | Subcompact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Germany |
| Manufacturing City | REGENSBURG |
Dimensions
| Doors | 2-Door |
| Curb Weight | 3175 pounds |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 240 High Power 3.2-L i6 |
| Engine Size | 3.2L |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Transmission Speeds | 5-Speed |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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What Problems Does the 1997 BMW M3 Have?
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How long will the 1997 BMW M3 last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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1997 BMW M3 Prices and Market Value
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1997 BMW M3 Cost of Ownership
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1997 BMW M3 Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
16.4 gallons
City Mileage
18 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage
26 miles/gallon
1997 BMW M3 Safety Rating
NHTSA
IIHS
1997 BMW M3 Recalls & Defects
AIR Bags:side/Window
Recall date
1999-11-15
Recall no.
99v063001
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles. These Vehicles ARE Built With A Side AIR BAG System Consisting OF Door-Mounted Thorax AIR Bags (Rear Door AIR Bags ARE Optional), A Central Electronic Sensor and Diagnostic System, Left and Right Satellite Impact Sensors, and Associated Wiring. This System IS Unduly Sensitive TO Certain Non-Crash Impacts, Such AS Contacting Large Potholes or Curbs AT Substantial Speed.
Consequence
This Could Cause THE Side AIR BAG TO Deploy Without AN Actual Side Crash. IN Addition, THE Battery Safety Terminal (Bst) Could Also Activate, Disconnecting THE Starter Cable From THE Battery. IN This Case, THE Vehicle's Electrical System Could Continue TO Operate and THE Engine Would Continue TO Run, BUT After Stopping, Could NOT BE Restarted.
Remedy
Dealers Will Reprogram THE Central Computer Control Module That Regulates THE Performance OF All OF THE Vehicle's Occupant Protection Systems.
Notes
Owner Notification Began February 7, 2000. Owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact BMW AT 1-800-831-1117. Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicle Speed Control
Recall date
1997-08-19
Recall no.
97v131000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
THE Cruise Control and Throttle Cables ARE Attached TO THE Same Throttle Valve Actuating Lever AT THE Throttle Housing. IT IS Possible That THE Plastic Bushing ON Either Cable Could Break DUE TO Environmental Influences Coupled With Vibration. IF THE Bushing Breaks, THE Outer Cable Housing CAN Separate From THE Bushing. IN This Case, During Application OF THE Throttle Pedal Without Cruise Control Being Engaged, THE Outer Tube Could Catch ON THE Edge OF THE Broken Bushing.
Consequence
This Could Cause THE Throttle Valve TO Remain Partially Open. IT HIS Were TO Occur, THE Car Might NOT Decelerate AS Expected Increasing THE Risk OF A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy
Dealers Will Install A Spring Steel Clip ON THE Outer Tube OF Each Cable IN THE Area OF THE Adjusting Screw and Plastic Bushing. THE Clip IS Designed TO Prevent THE Outer Tube From Dislodging From THE Bushing.
Notes
Owner Notification IS Expected TO Begin BY THE END OF October 1997. Owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-800-424-9393.
1997 BMW M3 Insurance
Insurance for a 1997 BMW M3 is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Coupe with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 1997 BMW M3 Compare to Other Coupe?
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Final Verdict: Is the 1997 BMW M3 a Good Coupe?
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