2011 BMW E90 M3 [10.00] 2013 BMW 328i [10.00] E9X >>>>> E46. It's really a budget decision. The E9X drinks more fuel, uses more oil, eats more tires, shreds more brakes. Then you have to stomach the thought of putting a $35k car into the wall vs a $10-$15k car. IMO, an E9X M3 with a fresh OE suspension, camber plates, 275s on all 4 corners, a
In stock form, BMW quoted 333 hp for U.S. spec E46 M3s, and theoretically the mods should add noticeably to that (the M3 CSL sold in Europe was rated at 17 hp over the standard M3).
Second, thanks for posting back the results of how they worked. I looked up the ignition coil at advance auto parts, not sure if they have one of those by you. Its about $7 more expensive at advance, but if you use an online coupon code (BIG30) you get $30 off 75 or more (I think), making the coil $45. Its a Beck/Arnley, but looks exactly likeFinal Thoughts about the BMW E36 M3 and its Investment Potential. The BMW E36 M3 is more than a car; it’s an unforgettable ’90s sports car experience. It thrills car enthusiasts with its balanced handling, high-revving engine, and rewarding drive. Plus, its rising market value makes it an intriguing investment prospect. The robust and
An E46 M3—even one with 340,000 miles—is a lot of car for a seventeen-year-old with a recently-acquired license, but the Stokes M3 carries a bit more weight than most other hand-me-down daily drivers. Ryan Stokes intends to drive the M3 until the odometer displays at least 500,000 miles, a goal that doesn’t seem particularly out of reach
well, you guys gave me good food for thought with the rising prices. I already had my e46 m3 on a collector car policy, agreed value. I dont drive my 330cic other than for pleasure. i gave grundy a call and asked them to insure it for 12k agreed value. I didnt think they'd go for it but they did, without batting an eyelash. In naturally aspirated form, the 3.2-liter engine produced 365 Nm (269 lb-ft) at 4,900 rpm and an extra 5 Nm in the rare M3 CSL. Forced induction on an M3 E46 might seem sacrilegious, but there 2) Brand name but missing features; priced in the $1500-$2000 region. This is the Bilstein PSS10 and KW V2. All the reviews are great for street use, but track users wished for higher spring rates and adjustable camber. Most track users upgraded shortly after installing these. 3) High end brand name; priced $2500+++. For those with deeper pockets, art and expensive watches also make good investments. One car in particular that fetched a very high price, was a 2005 BMW E46 M3 CSL, which sold for R2 350 000. .