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.November 26, 2003
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Innovative Interior Bike Rack Debuts On New BMW X3

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Woodcliff Lake, NJ - Taking to the trails is easier with the optional interior bike rack integrated into the all-new BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle. Designed to fit the spacious variable load cargo area in BMW's newest SAV, the innovative bicycle carrier system complements the ready-for-anything spirit of the BMW X3 driver. The system is able to transport up to two mountain or racing bicycles while protecting them from the elements or possible theft and also eliminates problems associated with low overhead clearance. BMW's new bike rack features two adjustable aluminum fastening rails that are mounted on the rear cargo floor. The interior bike rack system is designed to hold one or two bicycles utilizing special parts designed to work with the built-in cargo fastening rails. The bicycle is positioned upright and firmly attached to the rails using lateral traverses. The front wheel is then secured to the bicycle frame with lashing straps.

The interior bike rack retails for $275. The interior cargo rails are standard in the X3 3.0i, and on the X3 2.5i when equipped with the optional premium package.

The bike racks will be on sale to coincide with the on-sale date of the BMW X3 in February 2004. To locate a BMW dealer, log onto www.bmwusa.com.

(November 17, 2003)