This film is in dedication to all BMW 3 Series Fans. 4 decades, 6 generations.

What is your favorite generation of the BMW 3 Series? -That's the question we asked BMW Fans around the world and they showed us their cars.
The BMW 3 Series is the best selling BMW model and it turns 40 with the new BMW 3 Series. So lean back and enjoy four decades of beautiful cars.

[@nickherrera577]

E36 and E30 will always shine

[@HIDLampDashcam]

My late granddad bought a 1986 318i in 1988 as an everyday car. In 1993 it was replaced by a 1991 E36 320i SE, however soon after getting the E36 his health deteriorated so he hardly ever got to drive it. After he passed in 1994 my Grandma kept it until she too passed in 2012. Today we still have both the E30 is mint and has 55,000 miles and the E36 has 66,000 miles and I plan to get it restored. It has to be said both hold a special place in the family.

[@nickherrera577]

HIDLamp Aww wow sorry to hear that :( but at least you saved his BMW's almost like a memorabilia

[@Mitsushiro23]

Nick Herrera yes

[@rulerss]

E46 will always shine brighter than those 2.

[@rico3204]

@@rulerss Not a chance.

[@AndrewKidd14145]

E36 has my love forever

[@paulhunter123]

bet nothing works on your dashboard tho just buzzz and click and no heating

[@M-t3ch]

@@paulhunter123 My AC is going out so I stopped using it.

[@derissuprapto]

Me too ❤️❤️❤️

[@b-l39el41]

Love you e36

[@ismailbeygirci9394]

@@paulhunter123 bet there is no signs of brain inside your head tho just buzz and click and no intelligence

[@nafiztube]

I remember 3 years ago my friend bought a 3 series I used to always tell him you're very lucky to have this car I know I will never be able to buy a car like this and here 3 years later I worked hard and bought my dream car I'm extremely happy puts smile on my face everytime I drive it

[@mpowerm.760]

I had the e30 M3 (engine S14B22) !!! the sound of its 210hp engine was better than a beautiful poem ... !!! Who drives a BMW, never changes, and will not drive another car because there is no better !!! My love for BMW was born when I was 6 years old .... !!! I turned 46 and my heart beats fast every time I see a BMW pass in front of me! !! I always buy Bmw, and I will always be faithful !!! The BMW is a car for peoples who know how to live they know how to taste the pleasures of life !!! Conclusion, the BMW is the best car, and the e30 is a true legend!!!🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝

[@BMW]

Thank you for your message and for sharing your feedback in such detail. We always appreciate feedback from our fans and we're glad that yours is so positive and loving. It makes us happy to know that we have such a loyal fan in you. Thank you!

[@mpowerm.760]

BMW you are welcome! ! BMW FOR EVER ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

[@NeraVantage]

I've got the E46 as my first car, it was a truly great car!

[@petergriffinhentai4724]

Marco WY my dad got a facelift E46 since 2005, then he chamged it to an F30

[@angelaguirreurbex]

318ti E46 Pack M here!!

[@MichaelZZRrider]

I had a E30 320i when they were new and absolutely loved it. I changed the auto box for a manual. I then got a E30 M3. It was one of the first 200 hand built at Garmish. It had been owned by a BMW exec and only had 20,000km on the clock. It had had a few BMW mods done to it. The rev limiter had been removed and had had some BMW tuning done to it. It flew and was so reliable. One special time was racing a Brabus 3.6 on the Autobahn. The Brabus was dam fast but the M3 killed it. I sold it to a BMW enthusiast when I needed business cash. I hated selling it and when I took the buyer for a test drive I went around a corner at over 100mph and he loved it. The car was on Discovery Channel "Best Marques" series. If you watch it it is the White M3. Best car I ever owned.

[@ArifNurRahmann]

Oh come on BMW, Why it's only 6 minutes? you want to tell the history of your best car only in six minutes? i want to watch the documentary for 60 minutes, or 6 hours.

[@KingOfTheSt0neAge]

Or at least 6 days

[@randy438]

I'm 18 and got my E30 when I was 14 and I plan to die with that thing. It just has so much character and nothing will ever replace it

[@kamikazee3071]

Randy I totally agree! I am 16 & my dad has 2 e30s and I have driven them. I currently drive an E38 and 6 speed Mini Cooper. One day I will have my own e30 and my dream car E30 M3

[@timo1358]

I wish my parents have done this for me, i Love Cars

[@prodskejs]

I'm 21, just got my E30 and planning to take it in the grave with me too lol

[@randy438]

@@prodskejs I'm 22 now, still have it and it's currently in the process of getting a fully built S54B33 and a 6 speed. This thing has cost me a ridiculous amount of money but I love it still

[@prodskejs]

@@randy438 That sounds like a cool project. I'm going to keep mine original. It is a 1988 320i manual with sunroof in malachitegrün metallic color :)

[@MOTIONDYNAMIXFITNESS]

E30 all day!!! Love that car!

[@MADMAN1747]

Proud owner of an e46 325ci sport and previous e36 325i coupe, both manual of course :) I have a soft spot for the e36 but i love the way the e46 handles corners!

[@jefftc14]

E46 99 328i here... still running strong. I do all the work to her too. it's no M but it's a lovely car.

[@Thelegend-xg4hj]

jefftc14 i have a 2000 e46 328i its an incredible car as well. I’m in love with it

[@exaltedb]

Got myself a 2003 325i, had it for about 6 months now and has been holding up well for me

[@tomasp6595]

I drive 99 328ci :p

[@vicesat]

E46 is the top of BMW 3 series, no one of actual models can beat how looks that car. And i never have a BMW, i drive audi now.

[@slideways8022]

Finally some that's with me .

[@markelgomez6453]

Comprate un m3 sat

[@erikalvarez4516]

The e46 is the prime design. I own an e90 and LOVE it, I just wish the front resembled an e46 more.

[@huyduong21]

Totally agree, their segmentation nowadays is terrible, they just forgot how 3 series succeed

[@aitorgomez4137]

Comprate un e46 y lo restaurado en tu canal 😂😂

[@abramkuchar8392]

9 years in e46... Love it... Design is cool, engine too... One of the best cars

[@dannyboywhaa3146]

Restoring classic cars has to be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling jobs going. Giving these classics back to the world and having one hell of a time doing it! Great stuff 👍👍👍

[@aquaboy1650]

E30, E36 & E46 😍

[@paulhunter123]

none of them have a working heater

[@chesswizard31]

@@paulhunter123 mine works fine thanks and always has.

[@adriandotexe]

@@paulhunter123 if working climate control is what you value, go buy a ford taurus. meanwhile, we'll be here reminiscing about our manual transmissions and tasteful design.

[@JortDelies]

Bought my e46 330ci about a month ago. I never want another car, its just so much fun to drive. I really fell in Love with it

[@carl-theogmilfhunter-wheez9454]

BMW E92. The beauty and the beast in one package 💪

[@MrTarcira]

Love my e46 330cd .My baby is 13 years old (8yers with me)but still look good and every day after my hard work in construction site when i come to drive it to home It puts a smile on my face Love it its not just a car its my pet

[@philippe.]

I just buy a splendid BMW 318D E90 LCI late 2010, I have dreamed since the age of 18 years (I am 43 now), I love this car,I have the impression of being a kid who just passed his driving license, I rediscovered the pleasure of driving, and more particularly its sporting behavior, the amazing precision of its steering which is diabolical! its fantastic suspension , and the dashboard typically "BMW", a clever mix of sport, luxury, and modernity.And when we spent two or three hours at the wheel of this car, and although it does not suffer from backache, or the legs, incredible !!driving a BMW, it is adopting for life, my next car will be another BMW( but more powerful), its sure......

[@BMW]

We are very happy to hear of your enthusiastic feedback. Glad to have you as a customer.

[@philippe.]

+BMW Thank you.....

[@henzo7087]

+BMW E92 335i

[@MadAlbo]

zerocool noooo wayy. LCI?? Man you are wrong

[@TOPDOGSPET.....]

Growing up,I remember as a little kid in the late 80s and early 90s my dad taking me to school with you..my first love 💕/dream car BMW 3 series' ,,,soar in class my classic..and Even today my children believe in it too...love for life

[@pAnchocrack92]

BMW E21 The Best! Respect your elders!

[@paulhunter123]

2002 the best respect your elders

[@olaf2046]

E36 1995 318i was my first car. I loved it. E46 2001 330i was my second car loved that one too. The E46 Alpina b3.3 is my favourite. The 2009 335i sedan is also a sweet spot car for the e90 gen once you solve the hpfp issue. I dont like the direction BMW went with the F30 by splitting the car into luxury, sport, modern, and blank personalities where you pay extra for the first three options and $0.00 for the blank option. The F30 marketing forgets what made the E2x/E30/E36/E46 cars great; the combination of all three elements-sporty driving, luxury parts and feel and modern technology/amenities ALL IN ONE CAR!!! So as a result the F30 is my least favourite 3 series.

[@MrDeaz]

olaf2046 Exactly! And all their new cars look too much the same! I love my E36, its just so reliable and good handling! And compared to other brands and cars from 95' it's like 10 years infront of the others

[@klausm5460]

olaf2046 I don´t know if the different personalities were neccessary, but I´m very glad the the F30 design has brought back much of the dynamic appeal that was lost in the transition from E36 to E46 and especially E90. The E90 looks as if it has small wheels which shouldn´t be the case on a 3-series. There is too much metal over the rear wheels and the whole design doesn´t emphasize the horizontal lines enough. The F30 is well-proportioned, sleek and modern. However, my favorite generation is the E36, for my taste the dimensions of the E36 3-series should have never changed, that´s why I´m driving a 1-series now. :D

[@justiswatson3910]

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[@justiswatson3910]

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[@jackblack4110]

+olaf2046 i agree, but i do like the design of the F series better than the E90 series

[@IZE_FILMS]

I love my e46 coupe ❤️😌️

[@paulhunter123]

rusty wheel archs

[@sirbader1]

@@paulhunter123 Speak for yourself.

[@ManeeshBharadia]

E30 320i from 1983 was my student car in the early 90s. Miss it badly.

[@Skaidente]

WOW! I find myself in theese people's stories. I drive BMW now and I love it! My father love BMW since he was a young so do I. I remember we he bought the E30 and get it to our home. When I saw it it was pure love! I was so proud and excited to be in that car when he si going 150 km/h on the highway. We have had E30, E36 and E46 and now we keep the E36. Such an amazing car..so many memories. BMW 3 series is like family tradition for us and theese cars have always been numer one for us. I am huge BMW fan thanks to my father and I will always be!

[@compafrankie]

This year I bought my first bmw f30 at the age of 22. All I can say it's the ultimate driving machine , even tho it's no m3 I enjoy every time I get in it and have a smile. I'm glad to be part of the bmw family and it will be one of many more bmw I will have. Danke Bmw freude am fahren

[@aperson179]

Thank you for making this video. For BMW nerds like me it means a lot. I just sold my e36 convertible but I'm definitely hooked on bmws for life so I'll get another one, probably a 3 series.

[@PedroHipolito]

I'm a proud owner of a 2016 340i. Love the car.

[@MOBMJ]

I just love the 318i from the 90s because my dad use to have one even though I was born in 01 and never saw them come out but now I drive an old BMW 328i from 1998 I am so proud to have and drive and old piece of history and I just love the e90s and e39 e38 e12 e30 and the 8 man the 8 series is just wow I love the character all bmws have with there kiddy grils

[@Reuben007Ash]

Proud to have my E30 318 I . Ultimate driving machine !

[@ikidtech]

the e90 328i is my first car and i love it till this day, looking forward to the 435i

[@vangestelwijnen]

I own a 1996 E36 323i for a year now. It is in very good condition and I tend to keep it for a long time. A wonderful drive.

[@OomBako]

My dad once owned a Mauritius Blue E36 back in '95. such a great car! i was about 9 yo back then, but remembered that he always could easily outrun other cars in Jakarta highway. and i still remember the feel of the feel of the firm suspension and the smell of the leather seat :)) i love BMW! freude hört nie auf!!

[@Alexperrin98]

My dad loved his 3 series he bought it when I was born in 1998 kept it for 11 years I grew up in it he’s now nearly 60 and still drives a bmw I know want to own one like he did there’s just something about BMWs that makes them so special

[@ntnchua]

i've been fortunate to own some great cars - my first was an AW11 MR2, followed by an E38, then a 944 Turbo. when I got my E36 M3, it really exceeded my expectations. It was a total chameleon of a car - a relatively comfortable 4 door sedan for commuting, a hooligan on quiet, rainy nights, a weapon on the track. The sorted fundamentals and incredible aftermarket has made it a truly great platform.

[@HeyBalii_EH]

One of the best BMW Series. I own BMW E36 318i Cabrio and i love it. It has a beautiful form and its pleasure to drive. Its old but still one of the best cars in the roads and many people still watch it when i drive it. BMW forever ❤

[@andrewmoscowsky8646]

One of the best "BMW official" films I've ever seen. Great job!

[@TheBlackdragon936]

My first BMW was an E46 325i and I loved it. 2 years later I changed it up for the E46 M3 and I'm never swelling this car unless I have to. It's become part of me.

[@TheLilBear]

1991 E30 My first car!! Still have it to this day.

[@hansb.8]

My BMW 318 i was from 1991, living in Hamburg, Germany I enjoyed driving through the City, the beautiful North German Countryside and most of all the Autobahn. Full speed early Sunday Mornings and sometimes during late hours in the night. Most exciting was 220 km/h in the pitch dark , light on full beam, Herbert Groenemeyer in my ears on full volume. All to clear my head as sales manager in the early days of personal computer introduction. Today I know that was crazy 😵 but I must admit I enjoyed it very much 😊.

[@zakime325is]

I have been always a BMW fan, I had an E30 before and I kept it for along time before selling. What I love about BMW is how easy it is to fix, in other words, you open the hood and you see everything in front of you. everything is there, yet is easy to fix, and also, you can modify the car for ever. Every penny I spent on this car worth it. Now, I have an E46 03 all wheel drive, God, how much I love this car. This car has about 230000 miles on it, and I bet you anyone if you can hear any noises. Wow, I'm speechless. NOw, I wish I ca have an i8. That is what I call my dream car. I'm kind of saving for it, and hopefully I can buy one in 10 years or so. and to be honest, I can't wait.

[@WilsonSilvaPT23]

I am 24 years old, i have a E36 BMW 316i year 1991. The car is older than me and never failed me. Congratulations BMW you are my favourite brand

[@DevedMenEked]

My dad has a 2013 BMW 320d M Sport Saloon (UK is Saloon) in Estoril Blue. Manuel Gearbox. Used car. I love it!

[@berkayreis2201]

BMW please stop making FWD cars,you are disappointing your fans,a FWD BMW is like a BMW without two grills.

[@richiechou1605]

What are you on about? BMWs are all RWD mate.

[@thomgt4]

BMW 2 series Gran Tourer, FWD

[@Luca_Natoli]

Richie Chou nope, incorrect. The new X1 is FWD and a few other models, like the 1 series, the 2 series. If I wanted a FWD car, I would buy a Toyota shitbox. I agree, bring RWD back, especially here in Australia, we dislike FWD on bigger cars. BMW were always RWD, bring it back on all models.

[@Ted_Kenzoku]

All bmw are not sportscars. FWD is safer for the average driver (AWD is not for free)

[@strohhalm1326]

Ted Seddik well the average driver doesn't drive a BMW so stop whining

[@jbiley]

I'm proud to say my second and current car is an E46 318i, I love it, so much!

[@SHOWYOUTHEBEST]

The footage looked great.. Subbed! Cant wait to see more

[@DavidGarcia-cj7gl]

Love driving my e30 318i dark green, cheers from spain! proud to be on the video!

[@gearswitch3093]

This is great. Thank you for making this.

[@asidors]

2 thumbs up for E30 racing car from Indonesia..... Love that car..!

[@Toadster1302]

I own an E93 335is. Such an amazing car to drive!

[@MotorradanhaengerKL]

How I Love BMW 3 Series. The E30 was my first car, then the E36 and after that the E46. Allover great cars.

[@slavivlaev]

Nice video, BMW! Keep up the good work! Personally I drive an e46 '00 and I love it. I love the classy look of the e21 and e30 too. Best regards from Bulgaria!

[@timfordfalconxf7714]

Even as a Merc man... This almost gave a tear in my eye,,, Love those RWD German cars

[@johannesmaximilian848]

Amazin Video of these 6 generations of sheer driving pleasure.

[@extraziadeh]

As someone whose owned multiple e30s, e36s, e46s, and e9xs the 3 series is definitely the best line up the world has seen. Just wish it kept being the ultimate driving machine

[@ThrottleChannelcom]

Great video! Happy birthday BMW 3 Series! :)

[@TinySmall69]

E21 323i in da house! :D

[@arribaxx]

John Small Those are fun little cars, especially above 3000 revs at 2nd and 3rd; just magnificent!

[@bdilly17]

Just bought an 83 E21 320iS in the Alpine white color. Absolutely love her!

[@checoguevara3194]

My first car was a 1998 E36 320i which is still in great running condition for 17 years until today. Just bought a 1st owned E46 M3 two years ago, and man that car was given love as much as I have given my E36. And I made a vow to myself that I won't ever replace those cars with the much more efficient but crappy cars of today because I know those cars will let me down as time goes by, unlike my BMWs.

[@RealationGames]

I own E36 323i and it's my favourite. The cockpit is like a figther plane, I love it. My sister has E36 328, brother has E46 and 2x E39, parents E60. All MSport of course. BMW family here too.

[@howarddrakeford]

It appears that a lot of you have forgotten that it's still a car. They don't all have to be fast. In Germany, they had a 316 through the first 3 generations. Sometimes, it's just about the brand, everyone isn't doing laps. I have an E36 318 convertible. God knows it's ain't fast, but it's classy and it puts a smile on my face anytime I drive it

[@Bassstringz]

That red e30 touring is absolutely gorgeous. Never seen it in that color

[@gj6a]

I have 2014 F30 328i Soprt Line & really the E46 always in my mind 😊💕

[@honoraxis7457]

Bought a 2006 325xi few months ago for my first car. I LOVE IT

[@hochbahn7656]

This video made me cry. This is just a beautiful and perfect video of the 3 Series generation. The 3 Series is a masterpiece and will be a masterpiece. I don't own a driving license yet but my first and only car will be a BMW 3 Series, no other cars accepted! Thank you BMW for making the 3 Series, I am your fan and I will be your fan the entire life.

[@BMW]

Thank you for the compliment - we are really glad to have fans like you.

[@damovanb]

people ask me why i keep buying the same car, "don't you get tired of the same thing?", they ask. no E30 is best car for me. period.

[@E34Benzin]

I hate how they always play gypsy flamenco music when they show anything related with Spain. Apart from that, nice video and cars.

[@AE86ofMtAkina]

I gotta ask, what's the cliche music for the U.S. in European videos?

[@Cultmvm]

man the 3 series has basically made my childhood. fell in love with the e46 when i wasnt even 4. im looking forward to making the dream come true and buying a e46 ci model as my first ever car.

[@renek243]

same thing here, except the car I fell in love with was the E21 320/323i, I still remember the introduction of the E30 late in 1982, I was 7 at the time. Both cars have been my favourite ever since and since 2010 I own a 1983 e30 320i, just yesterday I got a compliment (again) at a parking lot about its looks and how awesome it sounds. :-)

[@samlung2724]

bring back the circle angel eyes! keep part of its history BMW!

[@petergriffinhentai4724]

Sam Lung its the 21st century, that request would need a lot of work to fit in the modern design.

[@christersundin773]

My dad and I own / have owned: E36 320i, E36 328i, E46 320i, E46 328i and E46 M3. Great cars!

[@BMW]

Hi ​+ChristerSundin​, thank you for sharing your passion for BMW with our community. We appreciate your support always!

[@trajanaugustus8783]

I owned two BMW's in my day. A 1982 323i 143hp E21 5sp and a 1989 318i 113hp 5sp E30/A both German spec'd cars. Had a lot of fun in those back then.

[@BradaBear61]

proud to have my 86 E30 saloon with the S50B30 euro spec engine

[@andrupribadi5989]

Great that Indonesia’s bmw story is put here, from proud owner of 2018 330i m sport.

[@nicholaswoodward8191]

Had two e 46 m3 s and I am now restoring an e 30 320. And it's a lovely old thing.

[@marlborom2c829]

Timeless beauty

[@briancoleman2521]

Back in the day I was 16 years old I had a 1987 325i drop top it was fun. U had little money I always used to go to the new bmw dealer. At a young age. A said one day I will buy one. I made money had a lot of sport cars. 18 years later. I got a new 320 I. Silver. U will never. Go back to any other. Sport car again. Bmw. For life. And I just got. A 1972 bmw. Tii fell it to my lap going to restore her. Bmw ....The ultimate driving machine

[@fishsaysn0]

Mu dad used to have two e21s. Loved everything about it.

[@kevinfromsales6842]

There's something special about a BMW. Especially a 3 series.

[@maximmkhushkov3011]

my dad owned 3 e21s and following his footsteps i am 21 and i have owned 2 so far bmw e21 driver for life

[@jerro95]

Am I the only one that got goose bumps at the beginning of the video after looking at the E30's?

[@jaemurl]

Loved the video! I have an 05 e46 330ci cabrio 6spd. It really is the ultimate driving machine. ;)

[@MatthewMaok]

People always trip out about the radio of my E46, but quickly realize why, and how smart it was it's facing me, the driver. 😂

[@GedvinasZv]

E30 for life! Best car I've ever had, biggest mistake I ever made when selling it. Now they are so expensive I can't afford it to buy back :(

[@thekidinhisroom]

Love this video. Makes me even happier to be a bmw owner of 2!

[@PanchoxXx391]

Beautiful machines!

[@34mrt89]

E46 the best

[@daniel27560]

muratt _89 i know i love the e46 i really want to get an e46 m3 manual

[@n54ster92]

I have an e90 2008 335i n I also have e46 2001 330i that I blew the engine on n I will not get rid of it .it will be reborn again I promise😂

[@daniel27560]

335will Runu put forged internals and some forced induction

[@paulhunter123]

honda

[@tandooripalacelarnaca9779]

i bought bmw E90 320i petrol 7 years ago BLACK COLOR i accept it maintainence is high but when i drive it i simply love it ,i want to keep my first BMW car in my family along with any new cars i buy in future .

[@jrosalestube]

My favorite ones are the late 80's-Early early 90's there cool.

[@SuperNic65]

uno dei video piu' rappresentativi della serie 3....fantastico

[@sminem6572]

Still daily driving my E90 335i. Amazing car, the N55 is legendary.

[@BMW]

Congratulations, Sminem! We're really happy to hear this. We wish you Sheer Driving Pleasure at all times.

[@DavideLongoni]

Bellissimo filmato. La parte del nonno spagnolo è davvero commuovente!!!

[@ricksays7133]

My first car was an '86 E30 325e. Then I had an '88 325i. They are great cars though I no longer have them... I might get an E46 coupe as my next 3 series at some point because it looks classy yet still modern and not too cluttered with electronics.

[@lorensiuswlt]

i've got an e36 for my first car..really love it, such a great car..

[@philipfcbmw6986]

My favorite One is the 323i E21... It looks so great!

[@Robbinsffxi]

I've got a BMW 320d Touring Xdrive ordered earlier this week. Sport-Line and 100 Years-edition packages. My first brand new car! I can't wait!

[@Ussurin]

I was driving e36 for 5 years, this month I bought my first own car and it's e46 XD It's just a great piece of engineering.

[@matthiasalbertmusic9983]

Absolutely great car!! love my 3 series touring it's an amazing car

[@tuankuhape7936]

And I'm gonna get my very 1st BMW 3 series E46 soon. BMW, my love at the first sight. -hp-

[@Gshekela]

I love my BMW 3 series m sport. and I really enjoy history videos BMW cars.

[@Awesomeman1987]

I've got a 1990 320i, 1987 325 and a 1988 325i convertible. always wanted my uncles 88 535i with the original Dinan package, 84000 miles, mint and unmodified.