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BMW, Drew Barrymore
Car: BMW Star: Drew Barrymore

Riding in cars with Drew

One of the last things the ex-wife of Tom Green would be described as is understated. But in the look-at-me world of Hollywood, Drew Barrymore's vehicle of choice is refreshingly nondescript.

You don't have to be Steven Spielberg's goddaughter, one of Charlie's Angels or have taught E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial to talk to afford a BMW.

 

 

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Got a little room in your budget for a cool set of wheels? Check out the BMW M3 convertible priced at around $54,545.

The 3.2 liter, 333 horsepower, 6-cylinder engine is standard along with an in-dash CD player, tire pressure monitor system, fully-automatic lined soft-top, rollover protection system, leather upholstery, power everything, trip computer, alloy rims, climate control, glass rear window, 10 speakers, memorized settings for three drivers and a remote anti-theft alarm system.

The M3 has some unique options like the park distance control for $350. It beeps when the rear bumper approaches objects. Rain-sensing windshield wipers are available for $100 and a navigation system for $1,800. If you plan on taking the M3 on a ski trip, you might want to invest in the cold weather package. For $700 it includes heated front seats, a high-pressure headlight washer system and a ski-bag.

-- Posted: Oct. 1, 2002

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