LA Autoshow: 330Ci Performance Package

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Old 12-05-2003, 10:44 AM
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330Ci and Cabs get Perf. Pkg.....

What they should have done from the start...........


Debut at the Los Angeles International Auto Show


The widely-acclaimed 330i Performance Package, originally introduced on the 330i Sedan in January 2003, will make its debut on the 2004 330Ci Coupe and Convertible at the Los Angeles International Auto Show on December 29th, 2003. The 330i Performance Package has received rave reviews from the press on the strength of its performance and handling prowess. The extension of the Performance Package to these two additional models will raise the driving experience of the 330Ci Coupe and Convertible to an even higher standard.



The 330i and 330Ci Performance Package has been created exclusively for the North American market for enthusiasts by enthusiasts at BMW Individual, a division of BMW M GmbH. Every aspect of the driving experience has been enhanced by the Performance Package. Engine modifications, which include different camshafts and performance-modified Digital Motor Electronics, yield a 10 horsepower increase to 235 for the 3.0-liter in-line six. A six-speed manual transmission is already standard; however, with the Performance Package it will include a shorter shift lever. The package also includes a shorter final drive ratio. The benefits of these modifications are immediately evident - the 330Ci with Performance Package will accelerate from 0 - 60 mph in 5.9 seconds-about half a second faster than a standard 330Ci. To match this power boost, a new sports suspension-more aggressively tuned than the 330Ci's standard sport suspension-is mated to 18-inch wheels with mixed-size performance tires(1). In addition to the wheels and tires, the exterior of the 330Ci Performance Package is distinguished by its Aerodynamic Package, high gloss Shadowline trim and an exhaust that not only appears, but also sounds more aggressive.



The look and feel of the interior has been refined with cloth and Alcantara sport seats matching the Alcantara sport steering wheel. An anthracite headliner and Black Cube aluminum trim complete an ambiance tailored to the enthusiast. Attractive Silver Cube aluminum trim is optional at no extra cost. The instrumentation includes red needles while the tachometer reflects the modified engine's 300 higher rpm limit. Production of the 330Ci Coupe and Convertible Performance Package will begin in March 2004 with the first cars arriving at BMW centers in April.
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crap!! I want it!


Too bad it will be around 48k fully loaded for the coupe. Rather get a used M3 for that.
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nice
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Originally posted by Crazy Sellout
Too bad it will be around 48k fully loaded for the coupe. Rather get a used M3 for that.
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too much $$ IMO, but glad they are putting it on the Ci finally
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Sweet. I always thought a 330Ci with the Performance Pkg would be kickass.
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Sweet!
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I think ill get one in 2 years. Used one of course. I miss my 330
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