BMW presents M3 Cabriolet and CS Concept in New York The fantastic M3's coupe and sedan lineup will be joined by a convertible version. Powered by the same 414-hp, 4.0-liter 32-valve V8, the Cabriolet gets the lesser 3-Series model's power-retractable hardtop for all-season motoring.
The dual-clutch sequential gearbox complete with wheel-mounted paddle shifters will also be available this summer in M3 models, replacing the unloved SMG gearbox that was previously available in the old M3. The Cabriolet will start at $81,900 and is on sale now.The CS Concept is a low-roof, four-door sedan that was unveiled in 2007. BMW announced that the CS is scheduled for production sometime within the next couple of years and will constitute the brand's flagship model, above the 7-Series.
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