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#1
1997 bmw 8 series Professional Edmunds Review
Source: Edmunds

...Is the car sporty? Well its looks are appealing, but BMW's own M3 positively dusts the 8-Series in the performance category. Is the 8-Series luxurious? Though filled with interesting and well-appointed accouterments such as an on-board computer, Nappa leather upholstery, six-disc CD changer, 440-watt stereo and a heated driver's door lock, we think that it has a very cramped interior and don't feel that it is nicer than its competitors from Mercedes, Lincoln and Lexus. Unfortunately, BMW pulled the impressive CSi from the 8-Series lineup in 1996, removing the performance component that may...

#2
1992 bmw 8 series Professional Edmunds Review
Source: Edmunds

...Published: 10/02/1992 Updated: 10/02/2009 What's New for 1992: BMW's most expensive coupe gets a few tweaks for 1992.
Models equipped with an automatic transmission now have a shift interlock to prevent the car from unintentionally being shifted out of "park".
BMW's Electronic Damping System is improved for 1992 as well, offering greater diversity between the sports and comfort settings...

#3
1996 bmw 8 series Professional Edmunds Review
Source: Edmunds

...Published: 10/02/1996 Updated: 10/02/2009 What's New for 1996: The high-performance 850CSi has been dropped.
The remaining 850Ci and 840Ci models now feature the speed-sensitive variable assist steering system previously available only on the 850Ci.
The 840Ci gets two upgrades previously exclusive to the V12 model: the Steptronic automatic transmission and bird's eye maple interior trim.
A slightly larger displacement for the V8 engine results in more torque (310 lb-ft vs.
295 lb-ft) at lower rpm but horsepower remains at 282. Both models receive a redesigned audio system...

#4
1995 bmw 8 series Professional Edmunds Review
Source: Edmunds

...Published: 10/02/1995 Updated: 10/02/2009 What's New for 1995: No changes for the 8 Series...

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1993 bmw 8 series Professional Edmunds Review
Source: Edmunds

...Published: 10/02/1993 Updated: 10/02/2009 What's New for 1993: The 850i is now called the 850Ci.
A passenger airbag is added to the standard equipment list, as is a split-fold rear seat. All interior materials have been upgraded over previous models...

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1991 bmw 8 series Professional Edmunds Review
Source: Edmunds

...Published: 10/02/1991 Updated: 10/02/2009 What's New for 1991: BMW's replacement for the 635CSi, the 850i offers V12 power, a six-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive.
Standard traction control, a driver airbag, antilock brakes and power head restraints are a few of the safety features found on this expensive BMW coupe.
A four-speed automatic transmission is optional...

#7
1994 bmw 8 series Professional Edmunds Review
Source: Edmunds

...Published: 10/02/1994 Updated: 10/02/2009 What's New for 1994: Two new models are introduced to the 8 Series: the 840Ci and the 850CSi.
The 840Ci has the same V8 found in the 740 and 540.
The 850CSi gets an increased displacement V12 that offers a whopping 372 horsepower.
The CSi comes standard with a sports suspension and a six-speed manual transmission.
Unfortunately, the introduction of the CSi takes away from the sportiness of the 850Ci, which is now saddled with a four-speed automatic as the only transmission choice...

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