 M Track mode and brake system taken from the BMW M3 CSL
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ALL-NEW COMPETITION PACKAGE FOR THE 2005 BMW M3 COUPEWoodcliff Lake, NJ - November 16, 2004… Already renowned for its performance and handling, the new Competition Package takes M3 performance to the razor’s edge.
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Every aspect of
the M3’s handling has been tweaked resulting in the best-handling M3
ever. The wheels are 19-inch forged-alloy wheels with high-performance tires.
They connect to a suspension that has been tuned specifically for the Competition
Package. Turn-in is quicker with a more direct steering ratio which goes
from 15.4:1 to 14.5:1. The Dynamic Stability Control system includes a less
intrusive M track mode, as on the M3 CSL, ensuring the security of DSC and
spirited driving too. For inclement conditions the regular DSC mode remains.
The brakes, also adopted from the M3 CSL, include compound and cross-drilled
rotors. The front rotors have also been enlarged from12.8 to13.6 inches.
As the serious enthusiast would expect, the Competition Package is available
in combination with the standard six-speed manual or the optional Sequential
Manual Gearbox.
The interior
enhancements of the package are subtle but purposeful. The Alcantara steering
wheel and handbrake grip feel good to the touch. The addition of the steering
wheel-mounted button for the DSC M track mode requires the deletion of the
multi-function controls and cruise control. The Competition Package is available
with all M3 Coupe interior and exterior color combinations. Two trim items
are exclusive to the Competition Package. Special Competition Package aluminum
trim is included on the interior. A new exterior color, Interlagos Blue,
is offered only with this package. The Competition Package will be available
for 2005 M3 Coupes beginning with December 2004 production and it will make
its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The price for the package will be
$4,000.
