Collector Car Information

The restyled 840Ci Base is equipped with a 4.0-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 1993 version.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The 840Ci 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 dimensions of the 840Ci Base are 67.30 inches wide by 174.50 inches long. It sits 53.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 106.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $25,800 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1994 840Ci is a Bosch Motronic SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 17.20 gallons.

The 840Ci Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty two in-city driving and thirty when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the BMW 840Ci

There are several reasons why the BMW 840Ci Base sold well in 1994. 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.

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