BMW M3 E46 | REVIEW on AUTOBAHN [NO SPEED LIMIT] by AutoTopNL

BMW M3 E46 | REVIEW on AUTOBAHN [NO SPEED LIMIT] by AutoTopNL
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[@NOTORIOUS_CODM]

I hate when they say it’s abit outdated , this is classic it has its own beauty

[@ayugoslav5554]

Most people buy the latest cars on bankloans or on leasings with the base 110hp 3 cylinder hybrid engine and pimped out exterior just to look cool in social settings. Exactly the same type of people who get the vaxx for their all inclusive 1 week Bali vacation or for their favorite restaurant serving frozen pizza. Pretty brutal for these dorks when I pull up with a Rolex worth twice as much their financed BMW

[@nomiss6674]

@@ayugoslav5554 Did you just hate on people that flex with nice looking car, and then end your "hate" with you having a nice Rolex as flex? 🤣👌

[@ayugoslav5554]

@@nomiss6674 They can't flex it if they don't own it and I'm not hating on nobody I'm waayy too high up for that

[@blest5132]

@@ayugoslav5554 but not high enough to come down and squabble with us peasants here in the peanut gallery huh?

[@ayugoslav5554]

@@blest5132 🤫

[@antomustaine]

Definitely one of the best Bmw ever made. Timeless design, n/a, unique sound, one of my dreams cars for sure.

[@simonbttger5630]

Would day the e90 is Way more timeless e46 has looked Old for years now

[@KingDaavid]

Same man. Fell in love with the e46 because of NFSMW. Personally a car I'm gonna own one day.

[@joe125ful]

Well i want CSL or expensive GTR for sure:)

[@zumzumman5135]

@@simonbttger5630 e46 looks way better than e90

[@simonbttger5630]

@@zumzumman5135 lol the e46 looks boring amd dated, the e90 stil looks Young and agressiv specially the e92

[@MrCarGuy]

The dead spot in the steering is most definitely due to worn linkages from the high km.

[@chuuves-5413]

I read this as worm linkages. Like 🐛🐛🐛

[@joe125ful]

Maybe...

[@JerainJezza]

My bet is mostly a bad alignment. You would be surprised what that does after buying a second hand car.

[@RamonLinssen]

I own an E46, and it has zero play in the steering wheel, as should be with BMW's. This has definitely worn a LOT.

[@RamonLinssen]

@@JerainJezza Bad alignment will not result in dead spots in the steering. Worn bushings, couplings/linkages will.

[@zakzwijn8410]

The right mods and the right upgrades in the right places. And no tacky pops and bangs. Not a single one. I love it.

[@XalwaysaloneX]

Do you know that this engine pops and bangs when OEM right? I have a 2006 Z4M with the same engine and It does do It. With RPI tailpipes they're just enhanced

[@Dranzell]

@@XalwaysaloneX It can be the same engine, but tuned differently.

[@XalwaysaloneX]

@@Dranzell I honestly don't think so. Pops and bangs are just in this engine's DNA

[@zakzwijn8410]

@@XalwaysaloneX I had no idea. So with the OEM upgrade they occur 'naturally' in moderation instead of the artificial over-the-top trends we see nowadays? I'm not completely against it but on some cars with 'just' a few hundred hp it's completely ridiculous. Perhaps I'm just getting old.

[@papa_pt]

@@XalwaysaloneX having some overrun in the exhaust is different from changing the tune and turning your car into a popcorn machine. A lot of performance cars have a bit of overrun regardless of tune

[@gregk3088]

well Max, im almost certain you are the only man on the planet who hasnt always thought that the E46 M3 is by far the sharpest looking M3 ever built

[@harvenat0r2]

E92 M3 coupe is peak M, let’s be honest here, they did what people dream of, they shoe-horned an f1 inspired NA V8 into an M3 and sold it as a production vehicle!!!! Homologation at its finest.

[@DizzyMan24]

I'll agree with Max. Not the best - the E92 takes that honor IMO.

[@Jb001jb]

Inline six has been BMW’s bread and butter for decades. I had one like this now nearly 15 years ago as my first M car at 26. Worked hard to buy that car. There is no other car i’d like to own again like an E46 M3. I want one really bad.

[@domtoretto3280]

Nope. I agree with him Its always been ugly. Too rounded and ricey

[@spoonageDC2]

You've lost the plot mate

[@tomassansu3575]

The fact that a naturally aspirated engine from 20 years ago produces over 100 hp/l and lasts so long amazes me

[@t1n638]

But fuel consumption

[@tomassansu3575]

@@t1n638 i dont think you should expect a good fuel consumption from an m3

[@GoldenCroc]

@@t1n638 Fuel comsumption has very little to do with hp/l max power of an engine.

[@oraclearl_fx]

@@t1n638 its actually frugal on the highway, i should know i own a 2004 plate

[@domtoretto3280]

Not that amazing

[@d.4063]

The steering feel is this particular car. My manual E46 M3 felt razor sharp. Also, a CSL carbon intake changes the intake sound to a wonderful rumbling one. Having owned several BMW M's I would say the E46 M3 manual is the purest driver's car. Sharp feel. Nice sound. And you can really beat on it without going too fast. Like go-karting on the streets. Great car!

[@ESKATEUK]

100%. That soft steering is not normal and definitely been done due to some of the mods they’ve put in place.

[@PuReGhOsTT]

I will own one of these someday. Literally a masterpiece.

[@gillbates5707]

Getting mine tomorrow at 25 years old. Never stop dreaming !

[@andresduques2013]

​@@gillbates5707 how's it working? You gotta let us know how it feels to drive it lol

[@gillbates5707]

@@andresduques2013 super good! Expensive to run but good things don’t come cheap ahah.

[@timbob1145]

​@@gillbates5707glad you got there dude, one day I hope I can join you in the e46 m3 owners club. Would have to be a second car for me tho, so I'm settling for an f31 335d at the mo... amazing car, but I know your e46 will be so much more fun to drive.

[@man_face371]

​@@gillbates5707Congrats brother, you have the ultimate driving machine🫡

[@uguroncel6995]

My childhood dream car, one day i will hopefully own one of them before they extinct. Great video, thanks.

[@rushdarkwind5692]

Childhood dream çocukluk hayali demek değil mi

[@russelllsy]

Omg the S54 engine sound is priceless!

[@fckSashka]

the raspy sound is absolutely beautiful

[@muhendisbibey]

7:04 You got me for a split second, LOL.

[@lanzaralorenzo]

I used to ride in one like this when I was 16. It was really a dream. In my late twenties these cars were cheap. Like 20k euro or less cheap. Now I'm older and with a job and they are from 30 to 45k euro. I hate my life.

[@lucagiovannelli1207]

30k could be a good deal!

[@mrvjekii]

In Croatia, Serbia and Bosnia you can find these for 15k and less!

[@DrKesa-vk2gx]

@@mrvjekii da ali u kakvom stanju

[@64siskat96]

@@mrvjekii with fake mileage 😂

[@mrvjekii]

@@64siskat96 A jbg hahaha

[@thevirgintraveller]

That's a modern timeless classic right there!

[@marcushaw4851]

I was lucky enough to drive these a number of times for work back in the day. I can honestly say it is the only BMW I have ever wanted to own.

[@Reactz]

Would love to see an E39 M5 on the channel, love this generation of bmws! ♥️

[@luismendes1011]

This is an era when BMW used to make pretty cars , i owned an e46 320d for 21 years ,zero problems, sadly I sold it 4 months ago to buy an x5 e70.

[@dominolehmann8227]

The real m3 :) with great subtle mods. Well done

[@Str8representing]

I like its design, especially interior more than most of todays cars. Definitely not outdated

[@sobhangavili2447]

I have many memories in the need for speed most wanted with this car 💥💯

[@KingDaavid]

Facts

[@eightyone8071]

The nfs Car is a M3 GTR.

[@MrBYG]

A quick car with a good driver. Great review, keep it up!

[@georgechristodoulou919]

Oh boy , I've been waiting for this review for so long! Thank you AutotopNL!

[@coyotehd816]

Such a classic car with an amazing sound!!! Still has plenty of N/A punch 8k redline and gorgeous looks😍

[@fabio_7778]

Τhis e46 m3 together e92 8v it's amazing cars.. Atmosphere power with super engines ✌✌👌

[@joe125ful]

Yes i really like M3 with 4.0L V8! So great sound!

[@zafer7368]

My dream build is the e92 V8 engine in the E46 love the E46 shape and love the V8 engine

[@MforLife]

Great Video! 👍 E46 M3 will always be a legend! Still, I'm a little disappointed that so few people voted for the E90 M3! 😉

[@henrickhansel]

We appreciate it more today because it has a simple and elegant design unlike the newer models. Me too did find it particularly beautiful back in the day, I Always thought the e92 was better looking but I don't know because the e92 was my first car so it will always have a special place in my heart.

[@fordgrunt351]

Yep lovely. I just purchased an E46 M3 in silver with CSL style wheels looks fantastic 👍🏻

[@jjohnstone5981]

Just picked up one of these. Definitely a special car.

[@yoboipaul5994]

Ur wholesome the best for doing this for the people bro respect

[@fisticdragon6272]

Drove this car ...i must say one of the best driving experiences ever

[@oraclearl_fx]

Defintely the best looking M3 for sure

[@flush_entity]

My buddy's brother had one and once i took it for a drive, i've wanted one since. Probably my favorite sedan of all time. Looking at it now, its gorgeous, classy in it's own right.

[@Mr330d]

Sedan?

[@Lumiere_]

Such a beautiful sound from an I6

[@_kunkle]

the sound of the csl intake is a MUST. The extra 20-30whp is also a plus😎

[@rufust.flywheel6060]

When the sound of the engine was real and not fake like nowadays... What can I say? I love BMW... always.

[@user-pl7lr5dn8q]

how cma u say u love blw when u love engine noises. Bmw is a joke of what it once was

[@Vito_Caligiuri]

@@user-pl7lr5dn8q I’d also question how he can say he’ll “always” love BMW..their design choices as of recent have turned me away for the most part. The 5 is the only current model I like. Them trashing their signature angel eye headlights still pisses me off, but other than, it looks great…for now. Also, their V8’s are so farty

[@Str8representing]

@@Vito_Caligiuri BMW designs getting more & more chinese :/

[@obakengmodikoe3772]

E46 is unbeaten, exterior and interior especially the coupes 👌

[@Tarpe_Diem]

This Car looks so good both inside and out

[@uz1144]

Best m3 drive- best looking m3. Love it

[@RespectFor3RunFamily]

I have e46 320d and i love it,i can imagine having this 💖💖💖

[@r3sta]

beautiful one of my dream cars

[@Mo_Zinho]

That 3rd gear pull 🔥🔥🔥

[@PatjeNRG]

Def the most beautiful M3 that has been made. E46 are still nice cars

[@TheAziMax]

Awesome engine sound! 👍🏻❤️💪🏻

[@g.w.7893]

The proportions are perfect. BMW really nailed it with the E46. Shame modern cars have mostly gotten to be massive. This M3 is timeless and brilliant.

[@richardhanssen672]

Love this car. Dream car

[@axiyxav5377]

the best and most beautiful model of the 3 series ever made ♥ this got character and charme

[@carstendamgaard4694]

Great car loves it

[@SH-sc9or]

The car's steering linkage needs some maintenance, because in mine steering is excellent. And I do prefer the SMG over manual.

[@coenjanmeer]

Best e46 m3 I have ever seen😍😍

[@sandrodeclercq5387]

I have a e46 convertible from 2002 full option and those seats are HEAVEN okay the are not racing seats but damn i love em

[@Dirt-McGerk]

One of the most recognizable and clean car silhouttes. The e46 is a masterclass in design.

[@col3760]

I'm gonna have one some day. This is my favorite sound in the world

[@maurobeadelouzai1888]

The best BMW M3 ever made , 3.2 6 cilinders in line , natural aspirated , 343 CV !!!!

[@realebogatala440]

Wow this car is amazing

[@jameslifts2196]

Damn that sounds terrific. My future car possibly

[@lucaslindsey2386]

Jesus isngiving all things to His followers in eternity. God has already given us His Son.

[@user-tk4cy7yj3t]

This sound the best💥💥💥

[@tumim8271]

This car is perfect last year I got one and traded in my late 2019 M3 which cost me a lot to maintain. I got this car cheap and saved a lot of money, redone everything and still left with the change to take road trip. Yes it’s not as quick as new cars but one thing I don’t know you not gonna be racing most of the time. Just drove 14hrs in a day & I could keep up with new models.This year with things being expensive I’m glad I traded my new bima for this old horse. My pockets ain’t hurting. I hate electric cars and all assistance features. when I buy a car I wanna drive it and i wanna feel the noise and gears that’s sporty for me. New cars are sissy built. I was baptised in 98 Toyota Corolla with no power steering and I’m glad that’s the 1st car I knew how to drive.

[@fh6758]

Love these old M cars 👍🏆🥇

[@intle4072]

Dude living my dream life

[@Schwurbel.deluxe]

E46 coupe is still the most beautiful. Loving it and missing mine.

[@flick4556]

Dream car right here 😍

[@milkman9069]

One of my dream cars

[@KRAEMERP2010]

For me the BMW inline 6 sound, is the best car sound ever..

[@fduas102]

I have 2 BMW LSB E46 6MT.. I love this BMW

[@haliloz8031]

Very very good sound metalik

[@marcinemdzejj9061]

This sound is beatifull

[@RadevTrainSpotter]

My dream car ❤️❤️

[@davidlarkey690]

The e46 m3 had a deliberately slower steering rack for high speeds. They did three colour coded types. M3 was green, the 3 litre msports had purple, which was a quicker rack and blue for the csl and m3 clubsport models which were quicker still. I went from a 3 litre clubsport to the m3 and noticed the difference in steering immediately. Its a worthwhile cheap replacement to get a purple rack fitted and also the e39 shortshift fitted (better then the e46 shortshift)

[@juangaviria5723]

Thanks for the video. I respectfully disagree on the seats. While they certainly don't hold you in place for twisties and spirited driving, they are much more comfortable than those of my F80 for more than an hour drive.

[@automotive_passion]

A very nice car indeed, one of my favourite BMW E`s , right next to its bigger brother E39 M5

[@nightmere33]

i start loving this car after i played need for speed most wanted since 2005

[@user-dv9yx4ul4q]

Man it's such an nice cometary, it's everything i want to know about the car. Love that bmw e46. Ich have a 320i

[@freddie.7631]

Very nice

[@michaelbauer1418]

I also have a carbon black e46 m3, Love your Review! Its a stunning car! But its intresting, I like the seats espacially compared to the seats in my f87…

[@matopilc6124]

Great video love it... I would suggest try to get e30 M3 I would love to see that if you can get e30

[@makosasimakis118]

20 years after ... still PEAK M3 ...

[@carguy7627]

I had a 2006 carbon black M3 with the competition package that I kept for eight years. That car was great, but I didn't like how heavy it was nor the maintenance costs. I put 88k miles on it. I told myself that I'd get another sporty car down the road and by then carbon fiber would be used more because it'd be cheaper. Little did I know that cars would just get heavier and heavier. Still, 3400+ pounds was just too much for me when I started pushing the car. It's still a great car though.

[@wongkanjim5943]

very nice

[@Nathan93Baker]

E46 is definitely the best looking M3. Also M3's age like a fine wine because you see less of the old models on the road as the fuckboys move onto the next one. Making them desirable.

[@phanaticmarcoz8400]

Well the "fuckboys" dump the semi new models because BMW parts and maintenance are quite expensive

[@thestoicwhinger]

I'm no BMW fan but I've always loved the E46 coupe shape. Its proportions, overhangs, size.. perfect

[@mirkomariwan3709]

My favorite BMW

[@osiozzz]

We also want to see the cornering performance of high-performance vehicles. It would be great if it had a bumper camera too. The engine sound of the vehicle is also very important.

[@johnbergen9663]

I have an ‘04 M3 cabriolet so agree that it’s a beautiful car!

[@johnbergen9663]

And want to note that even though my car has 128K miles on it the steering is nice and tight/precise. No dead spots. Car has new shocks and rear trailing arm bushings, etc. A 4 wheel alignment made a big difference in how the car tracks.

[@Peter-it2gt]

@AutotopNL about the steering @ 9:40 you have to replace the "flexible steering coupler" after this it will steer sharp. Part number 32 30 1 094 703

[@leonardomengarelli2976]

The cooler 3 series of all times!!

[@abdessamadkroudi]

i'm interested more about that watch u've got !!

[@user-gj1cg6ne4e]

Whenever I see this car, it just reminds me of old days playing NFS most wanted 😢

[@twobearsoneduck4875]

Greatest m3

[@Volvo8Fifty4Life]

Love it!

[@TheBimmer901]

What a classic

[@Number-rv6lj]

From the first followers of me the channel ❤️

[@innerhammer]

BMW intake noise is so great. Exhaust pipe not as much, and that's why higher revs make the sound so much better.

[@tommasocazzaniga1713]

Best M BMW ever

[@RooDBwoY]

Definitely worn steering components causing the dead centre. Mine is seriously tight and doesn’t have that silliness. The noise of that straight-6 always makes me smile when I drive it every day :-)

[@marci3115]

By far the best BMW ever.

[@CherrrryPopppp]

music to my ears

[@sammcgrow3335]

I got a 2000 323ci. E46 great cars

[@autoservicegarage1984]

Bavaria stuff good stuff

[@simptrix007]

Love this design, would get it for the weekend but also wouldnt buy it for ownership headaches.

[@unudan82]

Amazing car!!!! 😍

[@vasilakiz]

best m3 ever

[@MartinK26]

This wheels are the best for e46 😍