E46 m3

[guss]

I currently have a 325 cab which I enjoy ,but looking to get m3 the mpg is probably the same??faster obviously and apart from the insurance if it's low mileage shouldnt want to much spent on it.
I'm on the motorway and b roads mainly not really in the city so would get the best mpg,I find the 325i to thirsty yesterday I put in £15 quid and got 60 motorway miles,it was super unleaded and was averaging 90 mph but I'd expect that from an m3 with all the extras,so I'm looking now at e46 m3 cs Just doesn't look as cool as the e30 but I want more performance and comfort just need to do some home work make sure I get a cracker

[E30BeemerLad]

I can't fathom your logic though. Don't get me wrong, an E46 M3 is a weapon and a superior car in pretty much all dimensions, but your E30 can't be worth much against the 46. So you're going to spend another 7k+ on a car that will do a bit more mpg and cost a whole heap more to maintain.

That's a lot of fuel in the E30

[guss]

I can't fathom your logic though. Don't get me wrong, an E46 M3 is a weapon and a superior car in pretty much all dimensions, but your E30 can't be worth much against the 46. So you're going to spend another 7k+ on a car that will do a bit more mpg and cost a whole heap more to maintain.

That's a lot of fuel in the E30

The e30 is probably above average condition it has a btb manifold thats probably why I'm higher on the rev counter, was going to make it a2.7 but still not comfortable so it's just going to need more and more ££ spent and I'll probably still want it to be faster

[capri_rob]

You're wasting your money putting super unleaded in a 325i

[guss]

You're wasting your money putting super unleaded in a 325i

It does make it noticeable quicker it's also chipped ,even normal unleaded would of only probably give another 15 miles wish it was the 90s

[timmzey]

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[pony]

E46 M3's are good for just abit of fun.

Not much Torque really considering engine spec (I get alot of abuse for saying that but you have rev the knackers of em get em going)

Loved and hated mine

What was the spec of your M3 ?

[Brianmoooore]

It does make it noticeable quicker

In your dreams, I'm afraid! It won't give you even 0.1 bhp or 0.1 MPG more. All it will do is possibly prevent your engine self destructing if it was suffering from 'pinking'.

[timmzey]

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[guss]

It does make it noticeable quicker

In your dreams, I'm afraid! It won't give you even 0.1 bhp or 0.1 MPG more. All it will do is possibly prevent your engine self destructing if it was suffering from 'pinking'.

When would you use it Then?

[bss325i]

It does make it noticeable quicker

In your dreams, I'm afraid! It won't give you even 0.1 bhp or 0.1 MPG more. All it will do is possibly prevent your engine self destructing if it was suffering from 'pinking'.

When would you use it Then?

On a car mapped to use it like an e46 m3!

[guss]

In your dreams, I'm afraid! It won't give you even 0.1 bhp or 0.1 MPG more. All it will do is possibly prevent your engine self destructing if it was suffering from 'pinking'.

When would you use it Then?

On a car mapped to use it like an e46 m3!

I thought the fuel would burn quicker that was my guess logic
Can't believe I lost my job with mclaren

[Brianmoooore]

Can't believe I lost my job with mclaren

You one of the F1 wheel changers then? Nephew's housemate is, but he's one of the few that hasn't fu**ed up yet!
As Barry says, higher octane fuels are only of use to an engine that can make use of them - those that use higher compression ratios and/or ignition advance. If these vehicles are also to be able to run on 'standard' fuels, then some kind of feedback loop is required to detect the onset of 'pinking' and retard the ignition sufficiently to prevent it.

[guss]

Can't believe I lost my job with mclaren

You one of the F1 wheel changers then? Nephew's housemate is, but he's one of the few that hasn't fu**ed up yet!
As Barry says, higher octane fuels are only of use to an engine that can make use of them - those that use higher compression ratios and/or ignition advance. If these vehicles are also to be able to run on 'standard' fuels, then some kind of feedback loop is required to detect the onset of 'pinking' and retard the ignition sufficiently to prevent it.

There wasn't much difference in price so that was also a reason.
But I'll use normal sainsburys from now on

[ricey46]

I currently have a 325 cab which I enjoy ,but looking to get m3 the mpg is probably the same??faster obviously and apart from the insurance if it's low mileage shouldnt want to much spent on it.
I'm on the motorway and b roads mainly not really in the city so would get the best mpg,I find the 325i to thirsty yesterday I put in £15 quid and got 60 motorway miles,it was super unleaded and was averaging 90 mph but I'd expect that from an m3 with all the extras,so I'm looking now at e46 m3 cs Just doesn't look as cool as the e30 but I want more performance and comfort just need to do some home work make sure I get a cracker

Ok I've just spotted this, and I'm confused. You're not seriously buying an M3.......an M-car to get decent mpg?? you know that ain't gonna happen!? I average about 23mpg in mine( or so it says! ) that's motorway and back road blasting. This aint gonna end well if its mpg you're after, you'll enjoy the S54 too much!

[guss]

Because the the mpg is roughly the same and the m3 being faster seems a no brainer is what I ment.
More performance better on the motorway comfortable ideally I'd love to keep the e30 it is a bloody lovely drive don't think that would happen unless I paint it pink

[Blitz]

MPG is the least of your worries when running a M3. Thinks like tyres, brakes, servicing are much more expensive.

[pacerpete]

MPG is the least of your worries when running a M3. Thinks like tyres, brakes, servicing are much more expensive.

It was quite enlightening playing 'tyresnob' while perusing the sea of councilled up E46 convertibles at Santa Pod. The only car with a set of matching tyres was packing a set of Eagle Talons ! :The rest were packing a motley crew of Dark Horse Stunners /Acceleras/ Nankangs/Lassas and other assorted budget bad boys !

[pony]

MPG is the least of your worries when running a M3. Thinks like tyres, brakes, servicing are much more expensive.

It was quite enlightening playing 'tyresnob' while perusing the sea of councilled up E46 convertibles at Santa Pod. The only car with a set of matching tyres was packing a set of Eagle Talons ! :The rest were packing a motley crew of Dark Horse Stunners /Acceleras/ Nankangs/Lassas and other assorted budget bad boys !

Really .... Even on the E46 M3s they were skimping on tyres ????

OP .... I understand your thought process and the E30 325i does use a lot of petrol ....

Some costs to bear in mind regarding E46 M3

Tyres all round good ones £1k
Brakes discs and pads all round £1k
Service
BMW Oil Service
£169
BMW Inspection I Service
£699 .... I think but not sure on this
BMW Inspection II Service
£899 but some such as BMW Elms of Cambridge who are highly rated do £799

Btw my E30 325i (slight blowing exhaust) sounds louder going underneath bridges, narrow streets, tunnels than the M3 CS

[Morat]

If you want an E46 M3 get one, but don't kid yourself it will be cheaper to run than an E30.

[ross_jsy]

Really .... Even on the E46 M3s they were skimping on tyres ????

Of course. e46 M3's are well and truly council fodder now a days

[pony]

Really .... Even on the E46 M3s they were skimping on tyres ????

Of course. e46 M3's are well and truly council fodder now a days

How long do you reckon it will be when E92 M3s are council fodder ?

Without wishing to be stereotypical I have already seen 'Asian rude boys' in E92/E92 M3s already .... Near me

[scjimbo]

Really .... Even on the E46 M3s they were skimping on tyres ????

Of course. e46 M3's are well and truly council fodder now a days

How long do you reckon it will be when E92 M3s are council fodder ?

Without wishing to be stereotypical I have already seen 'Asian rude boys' in E92/E92 M3s already .... Near me

Flippin heck dude thats an inflammatory statement if ever Ive heard one.

[pacerpete]

Of course. e46 M3's are well and truly council fodder now a days

How long do you reckon it will be when E92 M3s are council fodder ?

Without wishing to be stereotypical I have already seen 'Asian rude boys' in E92/E92 M3s already .... Near me

Flippin heck dude thats an inflammatory statement if ever Ive heard one.

Its when you see the inked up indigenous meatheads at the wheel, then you know they are truly council chariots . It won't take long

[pony]

How long do you reckon it will be when E92 M3s are council fodder ?

Without wishing to be stereotypical I have already seen 'Asian rude boys' in E92/E92 M3s already .... Near me

Flippin heck dude thats an inflammatory statement if ever Ive heard one.

Its when you see the inked up indigenous meatheads at the wheel, then you know they are truly council chariots . It won't take long

Don't they like E30 325i anymore ?

When I get my E30 sorted out I am going to get all dressed up in a pin-stripe suit, red braces, my BMW M Watch and straight down The City or Canary Wharf into the nearest Yuppie wine bar showing everyone the real deal a E30 325i