Bmw E85 M Roadster M Series 2006 2 Door Convertible 6 Speed Silver/brown Mint on 2040-cars

US $26,995.00

Year:2006 Mileage:30390 Color: Silver /
Brown/black

Location:

Estero, Florida, United States

BMW E85 M Roadster M series 2006 2 door convertible 6 Speed Silver/Brown MINT, US $26,995.00, image 1

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BMW E85 M Roadster M series 2006 2 door convertible 6 Speed Silver/Brown MINT, US $26,995.00, image 4

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BMW E85 M Roadster M series 2006 2 door convertible 6 Speed Silver/Brown MINT, US $26,995.00, image 6

BMW E85 M Roadster M series 2006 2 door convertible 6 Speed Silver/Brown MINT, US $26,995.00, image 7

Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.2 liter
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller

VIN: 5UMBT93526LY52803 Year: 2006
Make: BMW
Model: M Roadster & Coupe
Trim: 2 Door
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player, Convertible
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Drive Type: Convertible
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 30,390
Sub Model: M Roadster
Exterior Color: Silver
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Brown/black
Number of Doors: 2
Number of Cylinders: 6
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...

2006 BMW M Roadster 3.2 liter S54 inline 6 340 horse Power M Power V6 with 6 speed transition and sport button option for second to none handling. This M Roadster is one of 3041 made from 2006 to 2008. Paint is Silver Gray Metallic with Dark Sepang Brown Nappa Leather interior and Carbon Leather dashboard and centerconsloe. All stock no modification. Has DTC Dynamic Brake Control Power top Power seats with driver side memory. No rips or wear interior. Top perfect condition everything works perfect like new. Car ready to drop the top and ride off into the wind with A/C ice cold, All scheduled maintenance, All records, Always garaged, Excellent condition, Fully loaded with all the goodies, Looks & drives great, Must see, Never seen snow, No accidents, Non-smoker, Very clean interior, Well maintained. Selling car because new baby on the way or would keep it and enjoy it forever.

Price is firm none neg worth every penny

Any Question call 239-225-3212

I do not finance or no best offers.

History

What makes the E85 M Roadster unique?
The E85 M Roadster is the flagship model of the E85 Z4 roadster line and was developed by BMW M GmbH, the high-performance subsidiary of BMW AG. It features the 3.2-liter S54 inline-6 powerplant first introduced in the E46 M3, as well as an enhanced chassis and many special cosmetic alterations that are unique to this model.

Where was the E85 M Roadster introduced?
The E85 M Roadster made its world debut at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Where was the E85 M Roadster produced?
Like all E85 (roadster) and E86 (coupe) Z4 models sold worldwide, final assembly of the E85 M Roadster took place at the Spartanburg, South Carolina factory. However, its entire drivetrain was produced in Germany and mated to the car at Spartanburg.

Production Data

How many versions of the E85 M Roadster were produced?
BMW M offered three distinct versions of the E85 M Roadster: European-spec models in both left-hand drive and right-hand drive configurations, plus a single North American-spec version.

How many of each version were produced?
ECE (LHD): 1,425 produced from 1/06 through 7/08
ECE (RHD): 921 produced 1/06 through 7/08
NA (LHD): 3,041 produced 2/06 through 8/08

What changes were made to the E85 M Roadster during its production?
Very few changes were made to the E85 M Roadster during the less than three years that it was produced. For the 2007 model year (starting 10/06 production), an auxiliary input was added to the BMW Business audio head unit, the previous Flat Tire Monitor (FTM) was replaced with a more accurate Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system, High-Definition radio became a factory option and Monaco Blue metallic (A35) paint was added to the exterior color selection list in North America (it was offered from the start of M Roadster production in other markets). For the final 2008 model year (which began in October of 2007), Silver Grey metallic (A08) paint was replaced by Space Grey metallic (A52) paint.

Drivetrain

What makes the S54 engine unique?
The S54 engine that powers the E85 M Roadster is carried over from the E46 M3 and is the final evolution of the iron-block S50 inline-6 that was first introduced in European-spec versions of the E36 M3 back in 1992. Though derived from the 3.2-liter S50 B32 unit used in later European-spec E36 M3s, the S54 features the following enhancements:
-Increased cylinder bore to 87mm (from 86.1mm) for a new total displacement of 3,246cc
-Modified camshafts
-High pressure Double VANOS continuously variable valve timing system with faster operation at high rpm
-Increased compression to 11.5:1 (from 11.3:1)
-Advanced BMW/Siemens MSS 54 engine management control
-Electronic throttle activation with two M Dynamic Driving Control response modes
-Finger-type rocker arms for reduced reciprocating mass and friction
-One-piece aluminum head casting for lighter weight
-Scavenging oil pump to maintain pressure during heavy cornering

The ECE-spec E85 M Roadster is rated at 343 hp (DIN) at 7,900 rpm and 269 lb/ft of torque at 4,900 rpm, while the North American-spec version is rated at 330 hp (SAE) and 262 lb/ft of torque at 4,900 rpm.

What type of transmission is used in the E85 M Roadster?
All E85 M Roadsters are equipped with a ZF Type H 6-speed manual gearbox featuring the following ratios: 4.35 (1), 2.50 (2), 1.66 (3), 1.23 (4), 1.00 (5), 0.85 (6). This is mated to a 3.62:1 final drive with M Variable Differential Lock.

What kind electronic stability control is the E85 M Roadster equipped with?
The E85 M Roadster is equipped with Dynamic Stability Control Plus (DSC+), an evolution of the earlier DSC system that retains Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), and cornering stabilization (all of which can be defeated via a dashboard switch), but adds the following permanent features: brake fade compensation (increases booster pressure to adjust for rising brake temperatures), brake standby (readies the brake system for sudden braking when there is sharp lift off the accelerator), brake drying (activates based on data from the rain sensor and monetarily brings the brake pads close to the rotors in order to remove any water) and start-off assistant (applies the brakes for a few moments when the driver first releases the brake pedal in order to prevent roll-back).

What is the M Differential Lock and how does it work?
The M Differential Lock, fitted as standard equipment to every E85 M Roadster, is an advanced version of the traditional limited slip differnetial. Though still entirely mechanical in operation, the M Differential Lock is activated when there is a difference in rotational speed between the two rear wheels. This difference pressurizes a viscous silicon fluid, which then operates a multi-disc clutch that directs more power to the wheel with the greatest traction.

How does the North American-spec E85 M Roadster differ mechanically from the European-spec version?
Only a very slight variance in the placement of the exhaust catalysts differentiates the North American-spec M Roadster mechanically from the Euro-spec versions. This, along with a minor difference in how horsepower is calculated under the DIN (European) and SAE (North American) ratings systems, accounts for the 13-hp discrepancy between the two versions.

Chassis

How does the suspension of the E85 M Roadster differ from that of the regular Z4 roadster?
The E85 M Roadster utilizes the same basic MacPherson strut/multi-link suspension design as the standard E85/E86 Z4 range. However, it has been substantially modified by BMW M GmbH with the following changes:
-wider front track (by half an inch)
-revised lower aluminum front control arms with a design similar to that of the E46 M3
-steering knuckles bolted directly to the front struts
-larger and stronger rear subframe designed to accommodate the M Differential Lock
-modified longitudinal links in the rear suspension
-modified wheel bearings
-specific spring and shock rates
-thicker front (27 mm) and rear (21.5 mm) anti-roll bars

What type of steering system does the E85 M Roadster have?
The E85 M Roadster shares the majority of its rack-and-pinion steering system with that of the E46 M3. It therefore utilizes a hydraulically-assisted rack with an overall ratio of 15.4:1. (By contrast, the regular Z4 models are equipped with an electrically-assisted rack with an overall ratio of 14.2:1.) However, the characteristics of the power steering pump have been modified relative to the one used in the E46 M3.

What type of braking system does the E85 M Roadster have?
The braking system of the E85 M Roadster, which is identical to that of the E46 M3 CSL and E46 M3 with Competition Package (ZCP), consists of 13.7-inch cross-drilled rotors in the front and 12.9-inch cross-drilled rotors in the rear. These rotors employ a two-piece "compound" design whereby the aluminum hat is connected to the outer portion of the rotor via steel pins, which greatly improves heat dissipation under heavy braking conditions.

What are the factory wheel and tire sizes for the E85 M Roadster?
The E85 M Roadster is equipped with unique M Double Spoke alloy wheels (Style 224) in 8x18-inch (front) and 9x18-inch (rear) sizes. These carry non-run-flat tires sized 225/45ZR18 (front) and 255/40ZR18 (rear).

How does the chassis of the E85 M Roadster differ from that of the E86 M Coupe?
Though the vast majority of chassis components are shared between the E85 M Roadster and the E86 M Coupe, the following items do differ: steering ratio (15.4:1 in the M Roadster versus 14.5:1 in the M Coupe), rear anti-roll bar thickness (21.5 mm in the M Roadster versus 22.5 mm in the M Coupe) and shock rates (slightly softer in the M Roadster than in the M Coupe).

Cosmetics

How does the exterior of the E85 M Roadster differ from that of the regular E85 Z4 roadsters?
The exterior of the E85 M Roadster shares the majority of its body panels with other E85 Z4 roadsters. However, its more agressive front fascia features black "kidney" grilles that are inset further into the bodywork, as well as a more aggressive front bumper and lower front airdam. The unique rear bumper incorporates a lower diffuser and the quad exhaust tips that have now become a trademark of BMW M automobiles. Further exterior differentiators include twin "precisions lines" in the hood and the unique M Double Spoke alloy wheels, as well as, "M" badges on both front fenders behind the BMW roundel/marker light and a third "M" badge on the trunk lid.

How does the interior of the E85 M Roadster differ from that of the regular E85 Z4 roadsters?
The interior of the E85 M Roadster shares its basic design and construction with that of other Z4 models. However, it contains the following special features:
-Nappa leather M sport seats
-M leather steering wheel with a thicker rim and tri-color stitching
-M instrumentation featuring unique graphics, red needles, a 180 mph/300 kph speedometer with the M logo, a variable LED tachometer redline and an oil temperature gauge in place of the usual coolant temperature dial
-leather M shift knob with an illuminated gear shift pattern
-door sill plates with the "M" logo
-available Carbon Leather and Walnut Madeira wood interior trims

What were the available factory options for the E85 M Roadster?
Because all M Roadsters were equipped with a high level of standard equipment, there were relatively few options. However, the following items were generally offered at extra cost, depending on the market and production date: Park Distance Control, cruise control, power-folding exterior mirrors, auto-dimming interior mirror, power front seats with driver-side memory, heated front seats, Bluetooth phone interface, navigation system (Business and Professional), plus various audio and speaker systems including Professional Logic7.

Special Versions

There are no factory special editions of the E85 M Roadster.

Color and Upholstery Selections

The following chart lists all regularly available paint colors for the E85 M Roadster.

COLOR NAME	CODE	MODEL AVAILABILITY	PRODUCTION PERIOD
Alpine White III	300	BT91. BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Imola Red II	405	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Titanium Silver metallic	354	Bt91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Silver Grey metallic	A08	Bt91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 9/07
Space Grey metallic	A52	BT91, BT92, BT93	10/07 through 8/08
Black Sapphire metallic	475	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Interlagos Blue metallic	A30	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Monaco Blue metallic	A35	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Sepang Bronze metallic	A32	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08

The following chart lists all regularly available upholstery colors for the E85 M Roadster. (NOTE: Extended leather includes additional leather on the center console, upper door panels, windshield frame, sun visors and roll-over bars.)

UPHOLSTERY NAME	CODE	MODEL AVAILABILITY	PRODUCTION PERIOD
Black Nappa leather	LSSW	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Black extended Nappa leather	LTSW	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Light Sepang Bronze Nappa leather	LSA8	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Light Sepang Bronze extended Nappa leather	LTA8	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Dark Sepang Brown Nappa leather	LSD6	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Imola Red Nappa leather	LSIM	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08

The following chart lists all regularly available interior trim types for the E85 M Roadster.

INTERIOR TRIM TYPE	CODE	MODEL AVAILABILITY	PRODUCTION PERIOD
Brushed Aluminum	4AD	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Carbon Leather	4MY	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08
Madeira Walnut wood	4ME	BT91, BT92, BT93	1/06 through 8/08

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