Munich. 30 years ago, the BMW M GmbH complemented its
model range for the first time with an open-top high-performance
automobile. Just in time for the beginning of the summer of 1988, the
BMW M3 Convertible offered motorsport fans the possibility to enjoy
also in the open air the fascination of a sports car designed for
everyday use, but with racetrack-proven engine and suspension
technology. The current successor, the BMW M4 Convertible (combined
fuel consumption: 9.5 – 8.7 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions:
218 – 203 g/km), is the latest interpretation of this vehicle concept.
This model’s successful tradition and exclusiveness are now expressed
in concentrated form in the BMW M4 Convertible Edition 30 Jahre.
The edition model is being produced in a limited quantity of 300
vehicles and brought to the road featuring the M Competition Package.
The open-top four-seater enthuses with 331 kW/450 hp, an M Sport
exhaust system, adaptive M suspension with specific SPORT mode and an
extremely sporty configuration of the stability control system DSC and
the Active M differential. Specially developed design and equipment
features provide for the exclusiveness of both the exterior and interior.
Unique equipment features, distinctive appearance.
There is a choice of two tradition-steeped body colours for the BMW
M4 Convertible Edition 30 Jahre. Macao Blue metallic gives reference
to the open-top high-performance car’s debut 3 decades ago. Mandarin
II uni is reminiscent of the colour Dakar Yellow, which was available
for the second generation of the BMW M3 Convertible.
Standard features for the edition model include BMW Individual High
Gloss Shadow Line trims for the BMW kidney grille surround, the M side
gills, the model lettering and the forged M light alloys boasting a
star-spoke design. The 20-inch wheels come in the colour Orbit Grey
matt offered exclusively for the edition model.
The Merino full leather trim, the colour scheme of which matches the
desired vehicle body paintwork, characterises the interior of the BMW
M4 Convertible Edition 30 Jahre. In conjunction with the exterior
colour Macao Blue metallic, there is a choice of the two-tone colour
combinations Black/Fjord Blue and Black/Silverstone. The exclusive
features also comprise corresponding contrast stitching on the
headrests as well as M floor mats with piping in the respective
contrasting colour. Black interior surfaces with yellow contrast
stitching are offered in conjunction with Mandarin II uni, whilst
interior trim strips in the version Carbon Fibre come as standard for
all edition model variants.
Moreover, the lettering “30 Jahre Edition” is imprinted both on the
doorsills and the headrests. A signet on the interior trim strip on
the passenger side dashboard area boasts, in addition to the lettering
“30 Jahre Edition”, the number “1/300”, giving reference to the
limited series.
Tradition-steeped combination of high performance and open-air
driving pleasure.
The BMW M4 Convertible Edition 30 Jahre reflects the combination of
sportiness and open-air driving pleasure that has now matured for the
duration of five model generations. A racetrack-proven vehicle concept
and technology derived directly from motorsport had already formed the
basis for open-top driving pleasure in the first BMW M3 Convertible.
The 2.3-litre, four-cylinder engine with four-valve technology,
catalytic converter and 143 kW/195 hp, unique suspension technology
and an aerodynamically optimised body including prominent wheel arches
were derived from the two-door sedan, which had been developed
explicitly for use in touring car racing. Roberto Ravaglia, Wilfried
Vogt and Eric van de Poele had won the world, European and German
touring car championships with their BMW M3 as early as during the
1987 season. The production version of the BMW M3 also got off to a
fast and furious start. When the first BMW M3 Convertibles were put on
the road in the summer of 1988, more than 10,000 sedan versions had
already been sold instead of the 5,000 originally planned for
homologation purposes. With 786 units built, the BMW M3 Convertible of
the first generation was the most exclusive variant of the successful
model. It was produced until 1991, ultimately with an engine output
that had been increased to 158 kW/215 hp, rendering the open-top
four-seater one of the fastest vehicles of its kind.
The second generation of the BMW M3 Convertible followed in 1994 and
offered, in addition to pure understatement, also an advanced safety
system. A 210 kW/286 hp straight six-cylinder power unit provided for
a tremendously refreshing open-air driving experience. Two years
later, the further developed version of the straight six-cylinder
engine delivered an output that had been increased to an even more
impressive 236 kW/321 hp. Always onboard – the BMW M3 Convertible’s
innovative rollover protection system. Two protection bars, which were
located at the rear behind the headrests, extended automatically if
the sensors had detected the danger of a possible rollover and,
together with the extremely stiff windshield, offered optimized
passenger protection.
The BMW M3 Convertible entered the 21st century with the third model
generation and a new straight six-cylinder engine. The
high-performance convertible launched in 2001 appeared noticeably
flat, wide and powerful and was accelerated by a 252 kW/343 hp power
unit. In addition to the high-revving engine concept, the variable M
differential lock, compound brakes and sports seats with integrated
seatbelts provided for an authentic open-air racing feeling.
For the power unit of the fourth BMW M3 Convertible launched in 2008,
BMW M GmbH engineers had transferred the high-revving concept to a V8
engine. Besides a maximum output of 309 kW/420 hp, above all, the
sustained power delivery of the new engine proved most impressive.
This was complemented by the unmistakable sound of the eight-cylinder
power unit, which was clearly perceivable particularly when driving
with the top down. The BMW M3 Convertible of the fourth generation
featured an electro-hydraulically retractable hardtop. The new roof
construction made it possible to further enhance not only the
racetrack suitability of the open-top high-performance sports car, but
also its suitability for everyday use all year round.
The launch of the fifth generation in 2014 was also associated with a
change of the model designation to BMW M4 Convertible. Power of the
current model generation is delivered by a straight six-cylinder
engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and high-revving
characteristics. Its spontaneous thrust, which is available right up
into the high engine speed range, and its reduced weight compared to
the predecessor model, is perfectly complemented by the optional
7-speed M dual clutch transmission with Drivelogic and the Active
M differential. Hence, the BMW M4 Convertible offers the ideal
prerequisites for maximum performance on the racetrack and supreme
driving pleasure in everyday conditions.
The fuel consumption and CO2 emissions figures shown were determined
according to the European Regulation (EC) 715/2007 in the version
applicable at the time of type approval. The figures refer to a
vehicle with basic configuration in Germany and the range shown
considers the different size of the selected wheels and tires. The
values of the vehicles labelled with (**) are already based on the new
WLTP regulation and are translated back into NEDC-equivalent values in
order to ensure the comparison between the vehicles. With respect to
these vehicles, for vehicle-related taxes or other duties based (at
least inter alia) on CO2 emissions, the CO2 values may differ to the
values stated here (depending on national legislation).
The CO2 efficiency specifications are determined according to
Directive 1999/94/EC and the Pkw-EnVKV, and based (for classification)
on the fuel consumption and CO2 values as per the NEDC cycle.
Further information on official fuel consumption figures and specific
CO2 emission values of new passenger cars is included in the following
guideline: “Leitfaden über Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und
den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen” (Guideline for fuel
consumption, CO2 emissions and electric power consumption of new
passenger cars), which can be obtained free of charge from all
dealerships and at https://www.dat.de/en/offers/publications/guideline-for-fuel-cons