Insight Into the BMW 850Ci for 1997
BMW 850Ci Engine Specs: The 850Ci Base comes outfitted with a 5.4 liter, 12-cylinder motor that uses 24 valves. The engine, manufactured by BMW, is mated to a five-speed transmission by ZF. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for BMW.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The 850Ci comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The 850Ci is 174.50 inches long, 67.30 inches wide, and 53.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 106.30 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the 850Ci is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $32,990 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $28,910. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1997 850Ci’s standard fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 16.40 gallons.
The 850Ci Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of 19 – 20 in-city driving and 26 – 29 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
Parting Shots
There are several reasons why the BMW 850Ci Base sold well in 1997. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a BMW, specifically a 850Ci.
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