5000 Mile BMW M3 Touring Update | Good & Bad | 4k

[@JoeAchilles1]

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[@marshmellow377]

I usually skip sponsor spots in youtube videos, but yours got me inspired to turn my touring into a camper 😂😂

[@neilturner6749]

@@marshmellow377that’s funny, cos I tried to turn my camper into an M3 replica, but whilst the oven and fridge fitted ok, I found the awning created too much lift at high speeds…

[@Siniša-g8q]

m2 je puno ljepši i bolji auto

[@johngoodwin1710]

I’d be sleeping in my M3 Touring, because I would have sold my house 🏠 What a car though 💪

[@BoSSLeVeLs]

Prices are ridiculous

[@RiperSnifle]

yeah 100k plus ... absolute MADNESS @@BoSSLeVeLs

[@theseb1979]

Good time to buy one now then, since you can get a good deal on a mattress

[@Jayboy1983]

This is the problem with all cars. The m3 series was supposed to be an affordable high performance car for the average guy.

[@BinaryBlueBull]

@@Jayboy1983 Yeah, that was indeed the initial idea. It used to be the "common man's" sports sedan, within reach of the middle class if you really wanted to. Now the M2 has kind of become that car, especially because it's now the same size as the M3 was a few generations ago. 10 years in the future, it will likely be one of BMW's FWD (why, oh why did they go FWD??) hot hatches in stead of the M2, lol. 10 years on from that? BMW M-eBike CSL! Now at a low, low price of £72000. Get yours now!

[@harryatkinson9757]

Is Harry’s road the only road with corners in the UK? 😂

[@PhilipFranklin-j7o]

These newbie / wannabie reviewers.......can't hold a light to Harry!

[@madrettorfotrop6016]

G21 330i driver here. I totally agree with you about the brightness of the display at night. I drive a lot at night and always turn down the dash display and switch off the control display. In fact I put the 'switch' under the 8th function key. Works perfect. The dash however can't be turned down enough. My solution is using the 'simple mode' which sort of resembles the Saab 'Night Panel'. I wish BMW would offer a orange dash layout. Would already be a large improvement (and a wink to the past...) over the bright white layout. Joe; great review of a beautiful M3 Touring. Love the wheels.

[@Kelveron]

Joe, gotta hand it to you, your taste in the styling upgrades is spot on. The car looks phenomenal. Not sure about about your sleep gear though! 😁

[@grahamknibbs5481]

Fabulous review Joe. Absolutely love the interior! That dash, those seats, the steering wheel all oozes class and like you say lifts the BMW into another level. Have a great trip to Oz🦘 and stay safe.

[@Covkiller]

Joe, your car looks fantastic. I have an F80 M3. E36 M3 Evo coupe and Porsche 944 Turbo 1986. People underestimate the need for proper geometry. It transforms the feel of any car, especially if you lower or change the suspension. I use Centregarvity; they take you out before and after so you understand the difference and capability of the new setup. They ask how you feel about the car and how you want it set up and advise accordingly. At very high speed

[@MaxNeal-tl9bd]

BLACK CALIBER’S ALWAYS!!! Another great video.😉🤗❤️

[@markrhoden68]

Hi Joe loving the M3 Touring been following you since your m140i days, although this car is far more car than id need in performance as well as practicality terms i like it none the less. Recently got what id describe as my dream car, a San Francisco red Z4 m40i had it two weeks now and i absolutely love it. 😊

[@kaigordon2900]

Stunning thing, especially with your modifications, crazy how much better the touring looks than the saloon imo!

[@Becausefamilycar]

They just all live near each other on the Cotswolds

[@samogrady9798]

This has to be my dream car... well done BMW. Joe top work as always 👏🏼 much love.. Actions for BMW Product management and R&D: Update steering feel (porche epas) Buckets update to avoid premature wear Pan roof (optional) Night mode display (factory option) Suspension update for daily + track use P.S Royal steering & Autoid... keep up the great work 👍🏼

[@Adam-M1]

Those wheels 😍 that whole combo. Just wow.

[@siphocalvin]

Always looking forward to your videos, Big fan from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@nickcastleton7438]

Love the M3 Touring, but my M340d Touring does what I want and still makes me smile! 😀👍

[@RickTheSpud]

100% agree with the grip and front end, as someone who's also driven a 992 GT3 it's right up there! 💪

[@charlieboylol527]

I’m working in a house in edinburgh and the client bought his wife touring competition and she’s 70 yrs old it’s only the forth car in Scotland,it’s in the same colour as yours with red and black leather,had it 4 months only 300 mls on the clock it sounds brilliant and they haven’t taken out comfort mode yet lol Enjoy buddy 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@chrise2329]

Those wheels really do suit the car, colour combo is 👌

[@katchaontheflipside]

Joe your absolutely right on those bright screens at night. Really think manufacturers should think more about the impact this 'screenification' has on the driver. Eventho i normally like more traditional colours, the car looks amazing mate, with those rims.. just wow

[@diremond3700]

You're... FFS!

[@deputydd4364]

My old SAAB had a night button. You’d press that and all dash lights would go out except for the Speedo and Rev counter. Perfect and simple.

[@katchaontheflipside]

@@diremond3700 Grammarnazi spotted, were not all native english speakers mate. Just be thankful u dont have to learn other languages

[@diremond3700]

@@katchaontheflipside We're... Why assume I don't speak other languages? That said, if I'd known English wasn't your first language - assuming it isn't from your comment - I wouldn't have commented.

[@katchaontheflipside]

@@diremond3700 thank you

[@kieronkilgannon8135]

the best tourer out there

[@techpulseYT]

It’s an absolutely outstanding vehicle Joe! I’ve driven the new M2 back to back with the G80 and 82, and they all impress me. The 87 is by far more playful as you said but the interior quality of the M3 is just that step up and the touring practicality factored into it, it’s a dream come true!

[@888_Karma]

That car is absolute FIRE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@RMRM199]

Yes! I can agree about the display lighting in the dark, it is too bright even when it is set to the lowest light. But M3, love it.

[@tysonmandela9265]

That's spec is gorgeous 😍

[@brubru6819]

Those wheels are just so awesome love love love❤

[@f.b.i6660]

another great video, keep it up joe always a joy to watch

[@japanluv]

I’m crazy about fast estate ( wagon) cars and this goes into my Top 3 for sure.

[@IXISSV]

I've got a F31 320i.... I soooo want the M3 tourer! At 1st, wasnt so keen on the looks, but they have grown on me. What i AM looking forward to tho, is the M5 tourer! 🤞👍

[@theseb1979]

Best product placement.

[@tomashley5869]

I’m dropping a line while you’re fast asleep to thank you for the update Joe, and I must say, the product placement is equally well done! Guess you’re getting up early on Monday to watch the F1 race!😄 Have a great Sunday! Cheers, Tom

[@TheHutchRuns]

That's a beautiful looking car with the subtle mods Joe

[@AUTOIDTV]

Joe, if you need any help putting miles on her, let us know. Love this car 😂💙 Looks epic dude, enjoy your trip!

[@bmwmotorsportfan1436]

What a car !!! I’m in love 😍.

[@chisharpe3304]

Thanks for this Joe, Waiting for these to drop to 30k so I can afford one

[@BimmerBass]

Another good vid Joe. M3 looks stunning😍. Looking forward to the return of the M2

[@FH-zg1lz]

Thanks for the update Joe….mine arrives from Sytner next week

[@timcam8713]

Stunning performance, sounds wonderful. Great review Joe. 👍

[@martink50]

10/10 car! Great video, I was waiting for an update on this beauty 😍 👍🏼

[@TomOKelly-he5js]

Great review - I have an M4 Comp xdrive, in no small part due to your reviews. Great car, went for the standard seats as its a daily, don't regret that and they have worn well over year and 9k miles (like you I am tall and big framed ). The bugbear seems to be electrical stuff, especially with the new driver aids all the manufacturers have been forced to bring in recently. Been back 3 times in a year with electrical issues one of them quite serious and life threatening. Front end, engine, handling and practicality is great given the nature of the car.

[@zeptosecond4106]

Please elaborate on the electrical issues so I can look out for them? I just bought a '24 M4 Comp Xdrive

[@TomOKelly-he5js]

@@zeptosecond4106 - A few areas a) The driver assistance can easily get confused - near to home roadworks the covered over road markings confused it at night and it kept (forcefully) trying to turn me into the concrete barrier and resisting my correction b) The useful assistance like emergency break assistance turn off in heavy rain, bright sunlight or any other averse weather you'd really need it for. C) The car shut down at 70mph on an A road. Sunny morning, empty-ish road, cruise control at the speed limit, screens went blank, steering stopped responding , brakes and throttle stopped responding - its all drive by wire now. It was some kind of software cascade failure. Pumped the brakes for a few seconds and the systems started to come back on line. Forward camera was replaced with a firmware upgrade, dealer "couldn't recreate the issue" which is understandable . I wrote to BMW saying they have a software issue and they have tried to close the case and ignore my note. Its very rare and cases i've seen online this happens at stationary and idle but it was pretty scary on the road. D) OPF/GPF sensor issues (see BMW Cutters) 7k-10k miles a small number of M4's developed issues with the sensor and cat converter - it can't regen itself, you lose 8th gear on cruise and it starts hunting 2k - 2.5k revs on cruise control. Fuel economy goes to rubbish - in under warranty to be fixed. A and B are symptomatic issues for all new cars irrespective of make. Everyone I talk to the driver aids have different issues by model but they are not yet reliable. C was scary and while likely to be a one off set of parameters - BMW need to look at it as if they keep building on that software base the cases where cascades happen will increase as they add stuff. D seems to be a genuine problem in the model but not very common.

[@zeptosecond4106]

@@TomOKelly-he5js Thanks for that! I'm at 2.4k miles right now and I've only had one minor issue with the forward facing camera staying on while I'm driving. I turn off all driver assist stuff, exactly because I don't want my car to confuse a situation like yours and drive me into a wall!!!

[@TomOKelly-he5js]

@@zeptosecond4106 enjoy

[@MachinegunAK]

I think the dash illumination issue is also dependent on where you drive at night. In a bright downtown city street, its not really that bright. If you're driving on the UK roads like in your videos where the street lighting is far and few, I see how perhaps it might appear too bright.

[@ChrisS-ts4hu]

Totally agree Joe on the display brightness for night driving. I can kill the main display totally in my V60 mkii which is a godsend. In the latest mercs with all the mood lighting I am honestly not sure how owners put up with the multi coloured reflections in the glass ! I’d say it’s dangerous just like touchscreen AC controls

[@mathewenglish9860]

Hi Chris. I got in touch with my local BMW dealer after I raised concerns about the screen brightness, here is the advise: FYI You can dial back the dash brightness easily with a dial on the right side near the drivers leg. You can also select an option that says ‘reduce brightness for night driving’ I imagine this will solve the issue.

[@Cloverleaf7642]

Excellent update, Joe. Cool ad too.

[@jolark2259]

Looks great, sounds great…..nice one Joe😎

[@jahudini]

Achilles!! We've missed your posts. Glad u back on.

[@shrewsnose1]

It’s hands down the best beemer in my opinion 😎👍🏻

[@eclipsez0r]

Nice vid, should have shown more seat fold down and mattress fitting stuff. Can you fit this mattress in the regular m3 sedan? You also had your feet elevated in this video I assume, whereas you should have had your head in the other direction where it was elevated instead

[@mathewenglish9860]

Brightness of the screen is a real concern, I like my display dimmed at night. I read there are 2 brightness adjustments, are you sure both are set low?

[@leobats14]

fantastic video as always sir.

[@elementkx]

GORGEOUS!

[@rafaelgraham-mosmang6283]

lovely video Joe, but I have to ask... Have you still got the protective peel on the M3 badge on the passenger seat? It distracted me more than it should have XD

[@eoghankelly68]

Another brilliant review Joe , love all your mod’s done to the M3 expect for the wheels iv never been a fan of switching M car wheels up

[@Ben_conduit]

Another great review mate, not many negatives which shows just how much of an amazing car the M3 really is. Insane bit of kit for the money!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@asphalthedgehog6580]

€155.401,- base price here...

[@AliBadman-u9n]

I had a new G31 530d and went camping during covid. Crazy 50mph winds came in and flattened everyone’s tents including ours. Took the double airbed out and launched it in the back of the 5 series. I wouldn’t say it was roomy but four of us (wife and two kids) slept side by side. A double airbed like WTF!

[@DontPanicDear]

Even going back to the 80’s, the lowest dash light setting is only just low enough! Anything above min and it’s like having your vision laser corrected!

[@cmg4511]

Talk about giving your sponsors some value!

[@auchen888dolly8]

Should I get rid of. M5 for an m3 touring ?

[@andrewgalloway647]

Had mine for 4 months now and another negative I found is the Harmon Kardon system is very average. Being an audio file I found the stock system tinny and was not a fan. If anyone else has a problem I strongly recommend Morel Reference integrated speakers and subs - IR BMW 42 and IR BMW 42. These are made for BMW so they fit perfectly. I replaced all 3 splits (front rear and roof) as well as both under seat subs. £5,000 approx and the thing is BANGING now 🎉

[@fillefanta7756]

I’m with you on the brightness of the screens at night. I wish BMW would make it possible to completely turn off the entire screen and just have the headup display as everything other than your current speed most likely is irrelevant for such occasions.

[@westovi]

You can switch off the mid screen if you would like to.

[@marlborom2c829]

Excellent follow up video, thx Joe

[@kazsiddique1]

Hey Joe have you reviewed the Alfa QV? Would be interested in your honest opinion

[@irishphil9480]

Joe, I drove a new M4 Convertible and you can change the M settings so when you hit M1 or M2 you o my need to hit it once. Let me know if you want to know how.

[@steveemms5790]

Great video and an awesome spec car, you ever thought about getting black callipers?

[@garykendall9940]

Hey Joe try small claims court for the rims and tyres

[@kqnqr1412]

Hi Joe, love all your videos on BMW, thanks a lot ! What do you think of the leather and colour Merino Silverstone/Schwartz ? Does it get really dirty compared to your previous fiona red or kyalama orange ? I have an order on an M3, Brooklyn grey and Kyalami orange but hesitating with the merino silverstone. I could see it in a garage, incredible colour and effect when you open the door of the car.

[@williamunga]

Thanks for the update

[@RickTheSpud]

Stance on this bro is 😘👌

[@pachokardana6192]

put the csl grille. The stock one does not fit the style of the car , the csl grille does lines with the hood and other lines and fits very well.

[@donovan4105]

I wish we had the Touring in North America. We finally got the RS6 Avant, but those are so out of reach for most.😭

[@michaeledwardlenzi]

Joe, can you put some tint film on the main display and cut down the brightness that way? That might work. --Michael

[@Tracertme]

Please publish your time/location meet for 2 Nov Joe in Melbourne.?

[@RickTheSpud]

PS. Glad you said about the M buttons, I drove the M3 CS up the hill at Goodwood and thought there was something wrong with it. Not sure why they've done that. 🤷‍♂️

[@lawrencemuscara6195]

Hi Joe when are you coming to Oz? Are you coming to Melbourne I would love to catch up?

[@auchen888dolly8]

Joe if you value comfort more should I go for the m34i? Cheers dve

[@ahenners]

Great update Joe. Got the same issue around bolster wear on my G31 5 M sport leather seats. Would love to see you do a vid on the i5 soon!

[@Ronburgundy75]

Can you not turn the display off at night? On my F90, you can turn the central display off at night, dim the drivers screen, and either turn off or dim the HUD.

[@williemandowa]

Joe, are you gonna do the carbon roof replacement on the M3 touring? I saw that imran from Eventuri did the carbon roof replacement on his.

[@supercarssupremo1333]

What a beast

[@doubledangerous7898]

I swapped a G82 for a G81 last month, and when ordering the new one I tried the seats. REALLY wanted them, but the salesman pointed out the wear, and i felt that they'd get a bit uncomfortable during looooooong journeys.

[@JoeAchilles1]

They're tricky getting in and out if you use the car as a daily, but in terms of comfort they're incredible, I spent 7 x 11-12 hour days in my saloon a few years back 👌🏽

[@w0bblyd0inkb0ink]

Welcome to Australia, I am a subscriber based in Sydney

[@Dave_M3tour_510]

Have mine nearly 2 months and agree with some of the negatives especially the carbon bucket seats I opted for the M sport seats due to this issue and it been used as a Daily the M sport seat is a more comfortable option for sure, After driving the new m5 Cs I found a small bit difficult to get in and out of the carbon bucket seats also. But other than that I love mine, bmw really produced an amazing car. Great video Joe 👍 and the car looks amazing 👏

[@mrmorrisniceguy987]

Great Video as always! It must feel good to daily such a dream car! Have you looked into getting a kw suspension? it might give it a little more comfort for longer journeys especially with potholes while increasing feedback.

[@GordyCOD]

Are those yellow drl’s from autoiD?

[@markproudfoot5427]

How do you repair the worn seat bolster?

[@carlosagarcia9385]

I put 14.000 miles in BMW Touring during June and July.. I took a vacation tour through France, Portugal, and Spain and back to Frankfurt, Germany... Driving a BMW Touring... Better than sex....

[@StuartBaty-e6n]

It’s a great performance touring - do you think the M5 touring is going to deliver next year ?

[@johnmclaughlin2845]

Top vid Joe I smell some harries garage driving roads

[@meady200]

Getting a payout for pothole damage is almost an urban myth. There's a loophole in the Highways Act 1980 which states that councils and other highway authorities are liable for claims only if they have not inspected roads frequently or made repairs in adequate time, which they all claim to do. There's hardly any payouts happening. Dundee City Council for instance has rejected 96 per cent of claims over a three-year period (2020-23).

[@DontPanicDear]

Hilarious sponsorship segment Joe 😂 I was half thinking you had that idea, which lead to you getting the car out for the update 🤓

[@harshhell4185]

Regarding the seat wear, where would you go to get these repaired to a great standard?

[@MrJiuJitsu_]

Lol, first 3 minutes has got to be a world record of naming dropping businesses.

[@eduardomachado489]

Hi, Joe! Do you have the same tire size in the front and rear?

[@mfmfmf196]

Is this splitter made by BMW or its oem?

[@caneytt]

Funniest sponsorship video i’ve seen to date😂

[@aureliandumitru8382]

Long live the beaver!

[@thedrivebygg]

Would love one, although I think the 340d might be more my budget. Great video Joe.

[@royed31]

How can you give an up date on a long termer when it just sits in storage

[@Zermatt1]

Good update. It’s been a while since Alpina content, is there hope?

[@AM4N18]

Hi Joe, is the suspension on these latest gen M cars too stiff for our roads still? I remember this being a comment on some previous cars you drove, they are set up waaay too hard.

[@BMWMAN-tb2jx]

Love the mattress mate, how much horsepower does it have ? Does it have a pan roof? Tony sort you out with it ?

[@scottp4547]

For the amount of ppl saying bmw needed to make a bmw m3 estate you don’t see many of them about,maybe summit to do with the price suppose

[@mijr9075]

Price and lack of inventory

[@MotechPerformance]

I love this car !

[@ravasmathias]

my biggest issue with bmw m cars in general is that flat bench in the back instead of something more supportive that would allow you to actually enjoy the car with more passangers through the corners..