BMW M3 Lime Rock Park Edition announced (US)

BMW has announced plans to offer an M3 Lime Rock Park Edition in the United States.

Named after the historic racing circuit, the special edition was jointly-developed with Skip Barber. As such, it features a Fire Orange exterior with carbon fiber accents and a titanium exhaust system.

Interior changes are limited, but the cabin has a flat-bottom steering wheel, Nappa leather trim and an individually-numbered plaque on the center console.

The model is also equipped with the Competition package which includes electronic dampers and 19-inch alloy wheels.

Power comes from a 4.0-liter V8 engine that produces 414 hp (309 kW / 420 PS) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. It enables the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds and hit a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

Production will be limited to 200 units and pricing starts at $70,995.