The BMW 840Ci Base for 1997: Improving on 1996
There have been several award-winning cars from BMW over the years, including the BMW 840Ci of 1997. There are one trim levels to the 840Ci, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 1996 the popular 4.4 liter has made this a popular choice for coupe buyers nationwide.
The restyled 840Ci Base is equipped with a 4.4-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a ZF five-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1996 version.
The fuel system for the 1997 840Ci is a Bosch HFM Motronic system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
The 840Ci uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
106.30 of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits 53.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the 840Ci Base are 174.50 inches long by 67.30 inches wide.
The listed retail price in 1997 (MSRP) was $32,990, with a dealer invoice cost of $28,910. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
The 840Ci Base received an fuel efficiency rating of 19 – 20 MPG driving in the city and 26 – 29 when it came to highway driving. The gas-powered 840Ci is a non-hybrid car.
In 1996 and 1997 the 840Ci Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
The standard warranty period for the 840Ci is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.
There are several reasons why the BMW 840Ci 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 840Ci.