Representative photoRust repair for a 1997 BMW M
Rust repair 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
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.
The 1997 BMW M for rust repair
- Body: subcompact cars (EPA size class).
- 2 bodies this year: m3 2dr coupe and m3 4dr sedan.
1997 BMW M: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.2 L | 3.2 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 24 |
| 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$3,900 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,920 | $4,130 |
| Dimension | M3 2dr Coupe | M3 4dr Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.43 m (174 in) | 4.43 m (174 in) |
| Width | 1.71 m (67 in) | 1.70 m (67 in) |
| Height | 1.34 m (53 in) | 1.37 m (54 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.71 m (107 in) | 2.71 m (107 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,440 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.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97V131000 | 1997-08-19 | vehicle speed control | THE 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.
Your M and rust repair
The 1997 BMW M needs rust repair? Send photos and when it suits you. Rust is cut out or treated, then the area is refinished.
Size and finish
We note the car's condition with you when it comes in. Mention the trim and options, so we plan around sensors and trim pieces. Its length is 4.43 m, so it is mid-size. It fits most condo and driveway spots. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file for it; a dealer can check by the VIN.
Your request
Tell us when the car is free and whether you can drop it off. We reply within one business day with a time and a price. Send a few photos and the year and trim; that is enough for a first price.
A rental while we work
Keep driving: rent from us while the work is done. Add a rental to your request, and we deliver it to you. Delivery starts at $75 plus distance; collecting the car yourself is free.
Why prices differ
If we find something unexpected, we ask before we change the price. We quote your car, not an average car, so the price fits the job. Two cars of the same model can need different work, so we quote each one.
After the work
Regular washes in winter help keep road salt from attacking the paint. Park out of direct sun when you can to protect paint and interior.
A few things first
Tell us about any marks or damage already on the car, so we note them together. Bring the claim number and your adjuster's details if the repair is a claim. Photos of the damage taken at the scene help with the repair and the claim.
How long it takes
We confirm how long the car will be with us when we confirm the price. Weather and curing times can change the schedule for some work.
Let us know
A short request is all it takes to get a price for your car.
Request rust repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Rust repair: the 1997 BMW M
Can I rent a car while my 1997 BMW M is in for rust repair?
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 rust repair 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).