Japan bids farewell to manual M3 with BMW’s limited edition finale

BMW Japan Set to Produce Limited Edition M3 with Manual Transmission – Only 150 Available

The manual transmission is gradually becoming an endangered species. Despite a slight increase in its market presence compared to previous years, manuals are facing the inevitable extinction. This is evident in Japan, as BMW bids goodbye to its manual transmission through a limited edition M3.In recent years, the popularity of manual transmissions has dwindled. Even though they once held a larger share of the market, their time seems to be running out. This has been reinforced by BMW’s latest move in Japan – the farewell of its manual transmission with an exclusive edition M3.

Designed to celebrate 35 years since BMW’s initial triumph in the German Touring Car Championship, the M3 MT Final Edition will have a production run of only 150 models, exclusively available to Japanese buyers. As the name suggests, MT stands for Manual Transmission, with each car featuring the standard three-pedal setup. Similar to previous M3 models, it will be powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo S58 straight-six engine.

BMW has announced their plans to produce a limited run of 150 cars in three different colors: Alpine White, Black Sapphire, and M Brooklyn Gray. Each color will have 50 units built. These special editions will come with unique features such as gold wheels and red seat accents, paying homage to the iconic E30-generation M3 DTM race car that was driven by Roberto Ravaglia.To pay tribute to the classic racing car, BMW has carefully chosen these three bold and striking colors for the limited production. The first color option, Alpine White, is known for its timeless and sleek appearance, giving the cars a sense of elegance and sophistication. The second option, Black Sapphire, adds a touch of mystery and sophistication to the design. Lastly, M Brooklyn Gray offers a modern and edgy look that is both eye-catching and stylish.In addition to the striking colors, each of the 150 units will be equipped with lavish gold wheels, creating a sense of luxury and opulence. This feature adds a unique and exclusive touch to the cars, making them stand out from the crowd.Moreover, the cars will also feature red seat accents, inspired by the original E30-generation M3 DTM race car that was driven by racing legend Roberto Ravaglia. The bold

The M3 MT Final Edition is predicted to experience significant demand by BMW. In the event that the number of orders surpasses the predetermined amount of available cars, the company has established a lottery system to determine purchasers in May. With a price tag starting at ¥14,200,000 (equivalent to approximately $95,000), the M3 MT will not come cheap.

BMW’s decision to phase out the sale of manual transmissions has been widely publicized. Despite currently offering four manual transmission cars in the US, including the M2, M3, M4, and Z4, board member Frank Weber revealed in a recent interview that “if you’re interested in a manual M car, you should make your purchase soon.” This statement indicates that the future of manual M cars may be limited.

For those who are dedicated to the traditional stick shift and can’t imagine driving any other way, we urge you to consider this advice sooner rather than later.

Source: BMW