e92 m3...best car ever?
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I like it for what it is. I went DCT as 3rd gear is still below 100mph whereas in the manual it’s over 110. That said I’m now considering a change to a manual as I just miss driving a manual.
While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
survivalist said:
I like it for what it is. I went DCT as 3rd gear is still below 100mph whereas in the manual it’s over 110. That said I’m now considering a change to a manual as I just miss driving a manual.
While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
Get the 4.1 rear diff and your issue with the manual is gone While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
The M2 Comp is WAY WAY better than the M2. I really didn't like the M2, but after having a Comp for a few months, I'd certainly swap my e92 for it if it was a daily.
Max Maxasson said:
I like the relative quiet of the E9x M3s V8...its still noisy enough to turn heads if you get on the throttle.
I tried the OEM exhaust mod (a mere £180) on my previous E92 M3 and it did sound excellent, but brilliant as it sounded it just started to wear thin after a while and I had it partially reversed. I think I might keep this one standard.
Easily the best car I've ever owned and tempted as I am to buy the new M4 I'm nervous that it won't be as good.
Interesting to see this thread revival after 4 years.I tried the OEM exhaust mod (a mere £180) on my previous E92 M3 and it did sound excellent, but brilliant as it sounded it just started to wear thin after a while and I had it partially reversed. I think I might keep this one standard.
Easily the best car I've ever owned and tempted as I am to buy the new M4 I'm nervous that it won't be as good.
Had an M4 and no it wasn't as good as my E92 M3s..not even close.
Traded it in after less than 2 years.
survivalist said:
I like it for what it is. I went DCT as 3rd gear is still below 100mph whereas in the manual it’s over 110. That said I’m now considering a change to a manual as I just miss driving a manual.
While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
How old are the kids ? A 911 will work fine for younger ones (up to say 10-11 in rear seats0While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
dvshannow said:
survivalist said:
I like it for what it is. I went DCT as 3rd gear is still below 100mph whereas in the manual it’s over 110. That said I’m now considering a change to a manual as I just miss driving a manual.
While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
How old are the kids ? A 911 will work fine for younger ones (up to say 10-11 in rear seats0While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
I did consider ditching the family wagon and getting an E90 M3 Saloon, then swapping the E92 M3 for a 911 but it seems like a lot of hassle.
What I do like about the M3 is that it has a decent sized boot and can be adapted for a family road trip.
survivalist said:
dvshannow said:
survivalist said:
I like it for what it is. I went DCT as 3rd gear is still below 100mph whereas in the manual it’s over 110. That said I’m now considering a change to a manual as I just miss driving a manual.
While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
How old are the kids ? A 911 will work fine for younger ones (up to say 10-11 in rear seats0While it’s not perfect, I struggled to find something else with 4 seats ( I’ve got 2 kids), relatively compact dimensions and an interesting engine.
Tried the RS4 and C63 AMG and they both missed the mark. Tried an M2 and it was probably the closest, but it was before the competition edition came out and the ‘standard, N55 engine and very average steering feel put me off.
I also tried a mustang, but our 335i estate that I drove to the dealership felt like more of a sports car than the test drive in the ford, although I did like the engine.
I did consider ditching the family wagon and getting an E90 M3 Saloon, then swapping the E92 M3 for a 911 but it seems like a lot of hassle.
What I do like about the M3 is that it has a decent sized boot and can be adapted for a family road trip.
I’ve had 3 of the F8x M3/4 since 2015, currently 2 years into an M4CS which I genuinely love.
I can’t stop the itch of an e92 comp DCT. I actually went to see one at the weekend. I thought it was a Beauty, mineral white with the silver 359 wheels.
I can’t justify both, so it would be one or the other, And I’m having a hell of a time deciding what I crave most. One advantage of course is that the e92 is almost half what the CS costs per month and that’s on HP not PCP!
The other side of the coin is to keep the CS the next 2 years and own it, then consider an e92 alongside in the future, but going on how hard it is to find a gem now, it’s only going to get worse.
I can’t stop the itch of an e92 comp DCT. I actually went to see one at the weekend. I thought it was a Beauty, mineral white with the silver 359 wheels.
I can’t justify both, so it would be one or the other, And I’m having a hell of a time deciding what I crave most. One advantage of course is that the e92 is almost half what the CS costs per month and that’s on HP not PCP!
The other side of the coin is to keep the CS the next 2 years and own it, then consider an e92 alongside in the future, but going on how hard it is to find a gem now, it’s only going to get worse.
Drove the M3 to meet some colleagues for a social today and was reminded again what a gem the engine is.
I think the challenge with these cars is that they do need a few mods to bring out the best in them which adds to the cost. On the flip side miss seem to keep their value of sold separately.
Based on a year of ownership, for me that would be:
Front BBK
Bucket Seats (M4 Seats, Recaro CS or M Performance) as the OEM are too much like armchairs
KW, Nitron or Ohlins (not done this on the M3, but has transformed other BMWs I’ve had)
Square wheel setup (have this on 19s but tempted to switch to 18s)
Primary Decat, Remap and GTS gearbox remap (not done this as under BMW warranty)
Even factoring the cost in, I still can’t think of something I would rather have. If it was a daily I think I’d agree with the previous payer and get an M2 Competition. I don’t really need a daily at the moment so I think the M3 still wins ouT. Just.
I think the challenge with these cars is that they do need a few mods to bring out the best in them which adds to the cost. On the flip side miss seem to keep their value of sold separately.
Based on a year of ownership, for me that would be:
Front BBK
Bucket Seats (M4 Seats, Recaro CS or M Performance) as the OEM are too much like armchairs
KW, Nitron or Ohlins (not done this on the M3, but has transformed other BMWs I’ve had)
Square wheel setup (have this on 19s but tempted to switch to 18s)
Primary Decat, Remap and GTS gearbox remap (not done this as under BMW warranty)
Even factoring the cost in, I still can’t think of something I would rather have. If it was a daily I think I’d agree with the previous payer and get an M2 Competition. I don’t really need a daily at the moment so I think the M3 still wins ouT. Just.
nomis36 said:
I really really want a manual E9x M3. Problem is it would have to be an LCI otherwise it would be too similar inside to my pre LCI 330d!
I can’t afford one at the moment so I’m stuck with my oil burner.
I’ve had car debt in the past, really liking bangornomics these days!
Nothing wrong with a 330d, and they're a great all round car I reckon. I can’t afford one at the moment so I’m stuck with my oil burner.
I’ve had car debt in the past, really liking bangornomics these days!
More torque than the E9x M3 too.
cerb4.5lee said:
nomis36 said:
I really really want a manual E9x M3. Problem is it would have to be an LCI otherwise it would be too similar inside to my pre LCI 330d!
I can’t afford one at the moment so I’m stuck with my oil burner.
I’ve had car debt in the past, really liking bangornomics these days!
Nothing wrong with a 330d, and they're a great all round car I reckon. I can’t afford one at the moment so I’m stuck with my oil burner.
I’ve had car debt in the past, really liking bangornomics these days!
More torque than the E9x M3 too.
Reading this thread is interesting in that everybody seems split as to whether a jack of all trades trait is a good thing or not.
I guess it depends whether you can afford to run more than one car. If like me you can’t then the M3 is perfect. If you can then it’s not a great car I suppose.
Best car ever for me, I’m biased though.
I’ve just bought one and it feels so special.
Yeah okay the EDC (competition) suspension is a bit tough and the fuel economy is borderline shocking... but this isn’t a car for your daily driver. This is a weekend car.
Buy one, you won’t regret it.
I’ve just bought one and it feels so special.
Yeah okay the EDC (competition) suspension is a bit tough and the fuel economy is borderline shocking... but this isn’t a car for your daily driver. This is a weekend car.
Buy one, you won’t regret it.
Cl4rkyPH said:
Best car ever for me, I’m biased though.
I’ve just bought one and it feels so special.
Yeah okay the EDC (competition) suspension is a bit tough and the fuel economy is borderline shocking... but this isn’t a car for your daily driver. This is a weekend car.
Buy one, you won’t regret it.
Beautiful! To my eyes the E92 styling is the perfect coupe. There isn’t a single angle that looks wrong. I prefer it to all the 3 series coupes that have come since, they’re all a bit over styled in my opinion, not as bad as some but I just prefer the clean unfussy styling of the E92. Along with that they have just the right amount of tech, non of the unnecessary gimmicks, to make them comfortable in daily use. I’ve just bought one and it feels so special.
Yeah okay the EDC (competition) suspension is a bit tough and the fuel economy is borderline shocking... but this isn’t a car for your daily driver. This is a weekend car.
Buy one, you won’t regret it.
The M3 is the only car model I’ve got on the shelf. The mrs got fed up with me banging on about them so bought it for me last Christmas
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