Collision centre for a 1997 BMW M

Collision centre for the 1997 BMW M: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.

Combined
11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km
Body
Subcompact Cars
Length
4.43 m

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1997 BMW M in the studio, a representative image
Representative image

An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired

Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.

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The 1997 BMW M for collision centre

  • Body: subcompact cars (EPA size class).
  • 2 bodies this year: m3 2dr coupe and m3 4dr sedan.

1997 BMW M: every figure

1997 BMW M figures by powertrain
FigurePowertrain 1Powertrain 2
Displacement3.2 L3.2 L
Cylinders66
MPG city (US)1817
MPG highway (US)2626
MPG combined (US)2120
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)2524
Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet)283 L (10 cu ft)283 L (10 cu ft)
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$3,900US$4,100
Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium)$3,920$4,130
1997 BMW M dimensions and weight
DimensionM3 2dr CoupeM3 4dr Sedan
Length4.43 m (174 in)4.43 m (174 in)
Width1.71 m (67 in)1.70 m (67 in)
Height1.34 m (53 in)1.37 m (54 in)
Wheelbase2.71 m (107 in)2.71 m (107 in)
Curb weight1,440 kg (3,175 lb)1,440 kg (3,175 lb)

Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.

What to check when buying the 1997 BMW M

  • NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
  • Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, most often about tires (4), visibility (4) and air bags (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
1997 BMW M recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
97V1310001997-08-19vehicle speed controlTHE CRUISE CONTROL AND THROTTLE CABLES ARE ATTACHED TO THE SAME THROTTLE VALVE ACTUATING LEVER AT THE THROTTLE HOUSING. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE PLASTIC BUSHING ON EITHER CABLE COULD BREAK DUE TO ENVIRONMENTAL INFLUENCES COUPLED WITH VIBRATION. IF THE BUSHING BREAKS, THE OUTER CABLE HOUSING CAN SEPARATE FROM THE...

Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

The work on your M

Searching for collision centre for the 1997 BMW M? Here is how CarmaCars handles it. Repairs can go through an insurance claim or be paid directly; tell us which in your request. Collision repair covers panels, bumpers, paint and, when needed, frame and structural work.

Your M, up close

Mention the trim and options, so we plan around sensors and trim pieces. Tell us the year and the trim; the details change from one to the next. Measured bumper to bumper, it is 4.43 m. It fits most condo and driveway spots. If the car has open recalls, a dealer fixes them; ask about them while the car is off the road.

Getting a price

Nothing is booked until you agree to the price and the time. Your quote is for your car, not a general price list. If the job turns out larger, we ask you before doing more.

Need a car meanwhile?

A rental by the day keeps you moving while your car is in. While it is repaired, rent from us: an insurance replacement rental when the repair is a claim your adjuster approves, or at our usual rates. Delivery and pickup are both options across the Toronto area.

Aftercare

Park out of direct sun when you can to protect paint and interior. A quick wipe of bird droppings and sap stops them from marking the paint.

Pricing, plainly

Two cars of the same model can need different work, so we quote each one. The size of the car matters: an SUV or a van has more surface than a compact car. If you only need part of the work, say so and we quote that part.

When the car is ready

Coatings and paint need time to cure, which is part of the schedule. You can plan the rental for the same number of days as the work.

On the day

Arrive at the time we confirm, so the work can start on schedule. Photos of the damage taken at the scene help with the repair and the claim. If you need a rental, add it to the request so it is ready when you arrive.

Ready to ask?

Ask for a quote today; it is free.

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Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.

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Collision centre: the 1997 BMW M

Can I rent a car while my 1997 BMW M is in for collision centre?

Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.

How do I book collision centre for my 1997 BMW M?

Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.

How big is the 1997 BMW M?

m3 2dr coupe: 4.43 m long, 1.71 m wide, 1.34 m high; m3 4dr sedan: 4.43 m long, 1.70 m wide, 1.37 m high (NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications).