After 25 BMWs, These are my Favorites! | BMW M2 and E46 ZHP |

[@hakukuze7947]

Nice combo. I have a 2003 330i and just love driving it. There is something about this car that just feels connected. You don’t need all the horsepower and technology, all that goes out the door when you have something so well balanced and a joy to throw around. If you learn to work on them, they are quite affordable too. A friend of mine told me the only BMW that comes close to the feel is the 2 series you have and you just confirmed that.

[@46god]

i have a 2003 325i and you hit the nail on the head nothing drives quite like these cars they are truly something special

[@johnnyvalencia5889]

Have always had a want for a nice, clean ZHP. Really like those cars a lot.

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

ZHP values keep going up. Better pick one up fast!

[@davecom3]

@@ReviewYourOwnCar I have a euro spec e46 330ci m sport with the 6 speed manual. We didnt get the engine mods but did get everything else, exterior wise and interior wise. The e46 seems to invoke serious nostalgia in a wide demographic base. I bought it for €2500 about two years ago as the body had some rust and the guy selling was more of an e36 fan. A note was left under my windscreen wiper with an offer of €7500 for the car a couple of weeks back. I couldnt believe it! In the UK their values are increasing even more rapidly. A good low mileage sport model with the 6 speed box can go for as much as £25,000 now.

[@dineshbrahmam3528]

3 years ago I bought a 2006 imola red ZHP coupe 6MT with 119k miles on it. Since then I have put 30k miles on it with no issues. These cars will run forever with proper maintenance, and will still offer solid performance even at higher milage. Probably my favorite car I have owned and I do not plan on getting rid of it anytime soon.

[@alextasarov1341]

You’ll be happy to know I got my 05 coupe to 240k miles! While it is still going strong, I do wish I had gotten a lower mileage one that would have more life. I have committed myself to this one though so it will get a new/rebuilt engine when the time comes

[@DustyPearl-13]

Congrats on that purchase and am happy you did have no issues with the car! PS: I would like to have your opinion on a 2005 BMW 330CI ZHP in Imola red, in very good shape (according to the ad pictures) and with 40k miles listed for 25k $CAD (19500 $USD) here in Canada: do you think it is worth it? Thanks in advance!

[@alexmoxley3462]

@@DustyPearl-13 holy smokes! pretty high number as I paid $3300 for my mystic Blau sedan with 146k miles on it but I would say it depends on how much you want the car but 40k miles is next to nothing

[@gmartirosyan]

Sir, I am amazed by your taste in cars! Those are my favorite cars! - happy owner of a ZHP coupe w/manual

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

Dan has always had a great collection

[@nickrapitis4896]

You are definitely right about what you said about your zhp,, they are awesome cars, I just bought a zhp with 200k miles it runs perfect, tight and beautiful to look at.

[@BrakRulesAll]

I currently have a '21 M2 Comp and owned a ZHP coupe for 5 years. Agree with all the comments about both. Just fantastic cars and 2 of my favorites for sure. The ZHP had the most sublime steering of any car I've ever owned. Truly peak BMW.

[@tcaudiobooks737]

That E46 is a flawless looking machine from every angle.

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

It's immaculate for sure

[@Bowerbird01]

Man both of those cars are very nice, but that ZHP is in excellent condition. You have great taste in cars.

[@pwl6862]

Great video!! Thanks for making it. I remember from Bimmerfest when y’all did the group M2 ED. I used to own a 2004 Imola Red 330i ZHP with Natural Brown leather. It was drop dead gorgeous and I loved it. I still miss that car and have pangs of regret for letting it go. It was a truly special car. The most special car I’ve ever owned.

[@Bpeitz]

I'm on the hunt for a ZHP sedan as we speak. Learned to drive stick on a 99 323i and I've also gotten to tear around some backroads in my dad's 2005 M3 ZCP. The ZHP sedan seems like a perfect mix of both without having as many of the costs of maintaining an M.

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

That's awesome, and best of luck on your hunt!

[@jamescarrot2813]

Looking at a mint zhp tomorrow, very excited to join the cult :)

[@TheRealRoronoaZoro]

Thanks for your review, these are a great idea. That’s a great pair you have, love both colors, too, but what’s really EPIC is your European Delivery experiences from the groups to the tours and all the track days, WOW! I was so sad to hear Of ED being discontinued as its a bucket list item for me. I think you’ve inspired me though to review my car, though. :)

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

Glad you like the concept Chris! Would love for you to join in with your car. Be sure to tag us no matter what channel you post your video on with #ReviewYOC and we will be sure to share it here, as well as on our Facebook and Instagram channels. Thanks again!

[@guy5140]

Love that he put the answer in the title lol

[@DaveTony206]

😎👍Very nice video feature of the ZHP! Such great cars! Interestingly, it was actually the 2002 E53 X5 4.6iS that first featured Imola Red as a standard paint option from the factory on a non-M BMW.

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

ZHP is one of our favorite BMWs too. Such a gem.

[@m095730]

That ZHP is 👍🏻👍🏻

[@shanescarlife]

What a great pair of cars!

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

The perfect pair!

[@kodimah8577]

beautiful e46

[@musselicious]

Awesome video Dan Tackett! and you have wonderful cars 🙂👏🏻

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

We definitely agree with you! Great cars Dan!

[@michaellorenz6699]

A fabric shaver to the steering well would do wonders. I did this for my ZHP and it looks brand new!

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

Thanks for sharing that great tip with us!

[@weelad270]

Loved this, love my zhp more Now

[@VCR1117]

Amazing pair you have there! I also want an M2 and a e70 X5 Diesel.

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

That's a great pair to add to a garage

[@alexal2716]

Nice review👍 Owned Zhp coup same color I do regret selling it, now I am looking for one ether sedan or coup..

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

Such great cars. Hope you are able to find another.

[@alexal2716]

@@ReviewYourOwnCar I agree with you on that, they are very special “breed”, And I think the M2 from what I hear is BMW sort of comeback to the original BMW special platform, because I think they went main stream.

[@startingtech3900]

just bough a 2006 6 speed imola red zhp vert w cinnamon m3 interior. has 134k miles. has a m3 oem front bumper and was in a rear bumper accident so the rear bumper was replaced w a stock 330ci but it was painted imola red. i looked up the options it has the 767 preformance package, came w m tech 2 kit, sport package, aerodynamic package, cold weather package, also has the black high gloss trim, 6800 redline, red needles and cube trim w zhp shifter. are you in cali im selling it in a few months i beleive

[@alexal2716]

@@startingtech3900 nice but I am looking for a sedan or coup, and I am in Michigan.

[@startingtech3900]

@@alexal2716 sounds good already found a local buyer who will give me my asking price of 8900$ good luck

[@DustyPearl-13]

Thank you Sir for this well done video and confartulations for those two BMW gems! PS- I would like to have your opinion on a 2005 BMW 330CI ZHP in Imola red, in very good shape (according to the listing pictures) and with 40k miles listed for 25k CAD (19500 $USD) here in Canada: do you think it is worth it? Thanks in advance!

[@nvrfear_]

Making me want to get out the stance scene and make my e46 a great performance car lol

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

Go for it!

[@RichRotorhead]

Pleeeaaase!!!! Listen to Review Your Own Car

[@apodski]

Stance is bad, really bad. The most enlightened bmw bros even run the smallest wheels that will clear their brakes. Less bent wheels, lighter weight, and smoother ride.

[@apodski]

Apex 17" look good. However, I wish they made a clone of the one piece style 42 wheels that some z3s and e46s have.

[@alextasarov1341]

I think I want an m2 to go with my zhp lol or when the time comes for me to replace the m54, do I try to transfer the m2 drivetrain to the zhp…? Part of me wants to keep the car simple, and enjoy it as it was intended, but then another part of me dreams to make an EPIC car

[@46god]

keep it pure but why would you need to replace the m54? if it’s been maintained should be damn near bulletproof lol

[@alextasarov1341]

@@46god mine has 246k miles lol the engine still feels good but it’s not going to last forever… I still can’t decide whether to rebuild the m54 and leave it or do a swap. Honestly I’m leaning towards just rebuilding and adding like Schrick cams and upgraded oil pump and full internal refresh. Cheap and simple. When I can afford a swap I will also be able to just buy an m2 lol or m4. I want an e46 m3 and my zhp is going in that direction as I’ve already swapped an m3 trans. But mainly I like the body of the m3. I’ve considered getting m3 quarter panels but the price to weld them in is just so much I could get a widebody installed for less. I dream too big and over complicate stuff. But I still think n55 could be a great option to replace m54. But how epic would it be if I could get m2 subframes and full suspension into an e46…

[@46god]

@@alextasarov1341 yeah i like the refresh idea and the cams maybe stroke it idk? i’m new to this community i just got my e46 325i but now it all makes sense why people rave about them and are so passionate about these cars. and yeah if you got the m2 subframes and full suspension in there that would be badass. i have the factory sport suspension on mine i’m thinking about the bc coil overs but idk i’m worried about scraping on everything here in downtown la lol i might just keep her stock and put money into preventative maintenance and fixing paint here and there im not on a huge budget but damn you get so much car for the money with these e46’s ive never been in love with a car like this haha. and id get an e46 m3 if you can find a manual or just a rare color and low miles i think they will appreciate in value pretty nicely in the next few years when everyone gets electric and realizes their car has no soul

[@alextasarov1341]

@@46god I’ve actually now considered getting an SMG M3… the SMG and manual transmissions are the exact same transmission. The only difference being that SMG has a hydraulic shifter and slave cylinder. The SMG also doesn’t have the detents (springs) that return the shifter to center. But there are companies that you can send the bellhousing to for machining. Super easy! Then SMG is manual. Just install shifter, clutch lines, master, and slave. Like a refresh. You could even use the same clutch and flywheel. When I swapped the m3 trans into my 330, I got an SMG and converted it. I couldn’t find a manual version for sale but it worked out. But the benefit is SMG m3s are way cheaper lol and you get to at least experience SMG for a bit before converting.

[@46god]

@@alextasarov1341 yeah honestly any e46 m3 will be amazing that is my dream car right now this e46 325i just made me want one so bad. i also wouldn’t mind a 330i zhp. man i’m just obsessed with these e46’s in general i caught the bug haha there’s something about them that is so special they don’t make them like they used to

[@donnyazhar6715]

E46 330 is my dream car

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

we wouldn't mind owning one either!

[@uksecul9136]

I just bought one 😚

[@ainsleystewart4844]

... Thank God you got the M2 in a manual.

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

Ha ha agreed

[@JuanRomanMagdaraog]

I’m pretty sure Doug DeMuro does just use an iPhone 😂

[@LoStorm44]

interesting man

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

....with a hella history of owning some cool BMWs

[@pantera6343]

And here I am with my 01 323ci 🚙 😕

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

Also a great car 😎

[@alperenerol1852]

red colour also adds 10 hp.

[@ReviewYourOwnCar]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@wan4891]

Like the BMW's until about the year 2.000 and the 3 series cabrio, the 5 series and the 7 series. Own a Z3 / 2.8 with about 60.000 miles. Would never buy the newer types with every year more electronics and plastics.