>From an official publication BMW NA. "No reproduction of these materials
is permitted without the prior written consent of BMW of North America, Inc." So please, do not reproduce this.

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"1996: An Even More Powerful M3

3.2-Liter Engine
*240 hp, 246 lb.ft. torque
*Significantly quicker 0-60 time (estimated in high 5's), even better low rpm response
*No weight, handling or mileage penalty

Improved Chassis
*Improves suspension geometry for even better grip without sacrificing ride comfort
*New, larger cast alloy sport wheels and tires

Enhanced Exterior
*Revised front air dam, wheel design
*Two new colors:
Estoril Blue (bright strong metallic blue) replaces Avus blue Techno Violet (dark bluish-violet -very elegant) replaces Daytona violet

New Interior Equipment and Colors
*M Cloth revised in black and gray
*New standard leather in Modena Natural (Ferrari-type chamois/tan) *New extended leather interior (available only with Luxury Package) in Magma (natural dark tan)

Other Major New Features
*All Season Traction and limited-slip differential standard, all models. [!!] *Coded Driveaway Protection anti-theft system standard, all models *Automatic Climate Control (similar to 7-series) [....and E36 328, too.?] *New Harman Kardon Premium Sound System (optional)

......"

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