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Re:'97 E36 Changes

In a message dated 96-08-22 14:32:08 EDT, you write:

<<  - new front kidney in 7series look
    - rocker panel (beneath doors) are black instead of gray
    - trunk grip is painted in the car's color
    - heated and painted mirrors
    - new interior fabrics
    - steering wheel from new 5series
    - storage space in backrests of front seats
    - reading spots and floor lights in the rear
    - painted bumpers for all models
    - ASC+T for all 6 bangers (except 325td/tds)
    - prices are about DM 900 higher
    - available from September '96 >>

Keep in mind that the above information applies largely to German spec
1997 E36's.  In fact, '96 U.S. E36's, and 328's inparticular, already have
ALL,
the above features -- all except for the steering wheel and the rear
passenger
reading lights -- which may NEVER come to American shores anyway. 

The Euro 328i's [and to some degree Canadian 328i] also get a number of other
things as well like REAL glass headlight covers -w- elipisoids & washers,
tilt steering wheel [thank Nader for killing ours], limited slip as an option
and a few other goodies.

The real change, of course will come with the E46 next fall [1998].

.Tom

.1996 328is Green & tan      ||||||||||||||||||||||||||   [email protected]
.Sports pckg, 5spd              || E36+M52 ||   [email protected]
.ASC+T & Harmon Kardon   ||||||||||||||||||||||||||   L.I., N.Y. CCA#111050

.Added: Racing Dynamics Strut Brace
.           BMP/VDO E36 Gauge Cluster
.           BBS Moda 7.5 X 16 rims
.           M-Technic body Kit