BUY A *BMW E46 M3* RIGHT NOW !

[@christhorne7565]

This should be titled, “Me having more fun than you, NOW”

[@aaaaachew]

What a great car. Engine, chassis, proportions. They got this one about as perfect as they could.

[@ElweEe]

This car is garbage

[@fentnizzy]

John Thompson how

[@ElweEe]

Ransom bravo 👏 that’s exactly the problem I had with mine it was only 3years old and it wasn’t fixable anymore so many problems with that car it also can’t stand the heat everything inside started to peel off its just a good looking garbage

[@jameshughes8543]

Ransom talking rubbish there. Mine was around £800 with all the extra strengthening. From a well known bmw specialist.

[@aaaaachew]

Ransom it’s a relatively simple fix for those of us with bird brains and the means. You keep watching, we will keep driving.

[@Schnitzer325ci]

Yes yes.. Sideways Sid doing what he does 😅👍🏽

[@SidNorth]

👍🏽

[@mr63amg42]

It’s actually sid driving north🤣

[@streetboyz1096]

MR 63 AMG lol

[@Drivencomps]

Hi sid I was the guy on the bike watching, was great seeing you do what you do best. Keep up the great content!!

[@SidNorth]

Nice to meet ya George 👊🏽. Hopefully catch you around soon 👊🏽

[@radhikaprandas]

Who else became a fan of this car (E46 M3 GTR) after playing NFS Most Wanted 2005 ?? 😁

[@SidNorth]

Me!!

[@stekarenhd6911]

Same! I am looking to buy one but manuals are really hard to find where I live and they cost at least 30k for a nice one. Wish they were as cheap as in the uk

[@freddiejones4598]

My dad had one of these brand new. In the same colour gun metal grey with red interior. Still think it’s one of the best cars he’s ever owned. Have been seriously considering one myself recently.

[@astronmr20]

DO IT

[@GG-dl9tl]

Never stop using the driv3r music!

[@Brozay401]

E46 M3 CSL my fav BM of all time. Big mistake changing your iconic name "sideways side". If ever someone on youtube had a perfect name...that was it

[@mickyward6896]

Lose the background music 👍🏻

[@GG-dl9tl]

If only you knew the significance of that background music

[@LikeBoost42]

The bubbles?

[@UziGR6642]

Car is 16 years old and still looks newer then the new ugly BMW 2020.

[@223havoc]

When he’s doing the intro mid drift you know you’re in for a good time 🤣

[@Djw92]

Can you ping me the coordinates for these closed roads 😉

[@thesilverphist6483]

Mianus USA

[@Holdeenio]

#mexico

[@mr63amg42]

India Mumbai

[@LikeBoost42]

Mexico

[@tsholohelojrkeagaelejwe7601]

Haartebeesport, North London

[@sealgreygt2231]

Best mistake I ever made 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@pier11francesco]

The subframe doesn't really rust it just cracks where the differential bolts on

[@pier11francesco]

@@Randy-rs1cg you complete sausage just repeated what I said and no they don't rust easily I own an e46 coupe

[@Enthusiastlist]

pier99francesco lmfao

[@pier11francesco]

@@Randy-rs1cg who gives a shit about your opinion I love driving the car the sound of the straight 6, it starts everyday, she likes to spin the rear wheels and I enjoy working on it I'd like to know what you drive

[@Enthusiastlist]

Buddy out here calling people’s whips a shitbox yet owns an old ass Audi A4 🤣

[@pier11francesco]

@@Randy-rs1cg a fuckin rebadged vw passat?? Get out of here I feel sorry for you

[@mro9466]

i wish BMW would sell brand new e30s, e36s, e46s ..

[@Sb99992]

Love the e46 m3 am a massive fan, unfortunately prices are going out of reach for most people, CSLs are almost back to it's original selling price, regular coupe and convertible M3s are going that way too. There's a reason, it's the best m3 BMW ever made and there's not that many left. Too many have been crashed or modded.

[@ryandavis448]

I'd love to see a similar review on the E92 M3 comparing. Great video!

[@SidNorth]

Working on it!

[@RotrexfezST]

Sid North I dunno if you remember we spoke about you doing a review on mine sid...it’s now boosted if you wana do it 👀

[@SidNorth]

RotrexfezST Holla at me on Instagram @sid.north

[@Overindulging]

Sid is going to be the next Chris Harris. MAN LIKE SID! You've got some much potential in this industry!

[@phantommedia9964]

lol I was gonna say too, this is the next Chris Harris

[@danielrobinson2861]

Closed roads my arse lol

[@XclusiveAaron]

I'm with you Sid, I love these cars, and the E39! I have a 330ci E46 and it's just amazing I take it out more than my 2016 A45😂 I was looking at E28 7 series yesterday👍 they all feel like modern cars to me, like proper cars! Everything after 2010 looks and feels the same, I'd rather a car be a great driving experience than have a good sat nav and all that rubbish!

[@SCDC-Channel]

The best ///M3 ever

[@EdwardV20]

Superb review/ driving Sid! This is exactly what we want, driver focussed reviews of exciting cars, and definitely not all the newest boring things they churn out these days.

[@SidNorth]

Thanks bossman, I’m just doing what I can and please the enthusiasts

[@syygnis]

JESUS I wish E46 M3's were 12k in Australia, cheapest ones in Australia is $40k aud -> 22 thousand pounds.

[@lukemiles6329]

"This car has been looked after immaculately" then shows a clip of sid ripping it around a bend haha

[@rh9224]

Have you ever been pulled doing one of these videos?😂surely you’ve had a few points by now

[@qlus]

Essex police aren't usually round these country roads especially in Rochford

[@oliversouthgate2486]

This is quality, the intro like a bond car chase!

[@MrRoyck10]

That Sideway intro is quintessential Sideway Sid, the only man on this side of the Atlantic who can drive sideways like a crab! I had to rewind x 3 to capture those sideways action with precise foot and hand coordination. Brilliant driver!

[@vladimirosaidinidis5142]

M3 e46 fuck the economy consumption just full send

[@Storyoffreddit]

2:25 this is my new favourite clip 😂

[@jaja2092]

Wicked driving skill! Ive had 2 e46 m3s 😈

[@reversecamber177]

Looking good as always in the long sleeve Tee! 👍🏻

[@SidNorth]

Oooh yes 😎

[@dhracertom]

Reverse Camber what’s the discount code?

[@filmbythomas]

Tom P123 SID10

[@reversecamber177]

@@dhracertom Code would automatically be applied following the above link. If it isn't then it is SID10! Thanks

[@DriversSide]

Agreed! I’ve had my E46 M3 for 4 years now. I’ve been making my own content with it and it’s been a blast🏎💨

[@TheTufayl1]

Most people (not all) who says SMG is rubbish are People who have never owned or driven an SMG. SMG Suites the e46 m3's very very well.

[@curtislovrak5390]

True. I daily drove an SMG car for 2 years. It had its moments, but if I ever and in the market for another, I’ll look for another SMG.

[@thomasdoherty5104]

You guys must be confused the 6-speed three pedal manual transmission is obviously the optimal transmission for this car

[@rodpage2010]

The SMG for the E46 M3 is fun when it is not giving you any issues... having said that, my SMG stalls quiet often. I have considered converting over to a manual transmission.

[@janeedahmad4587]

Owned m3 manual absolutly loved it, 2nd one was an smg, terrible driving experience compared to manual also smg pump failure didn't help either. Recently bought facelift oxford green 2 manual coupe, fell in love on the test drive, manual is perfect for this particular car.

[@brianaust8897]

I agree I also bought an SMG new in 02 and still love it. I also now have a 6Speed SCd Dinan ZCP and yeah it’s a beast and fun. I am not a sideways driver though so..I can get plenty of fun and still love the variety.

[@boydiedj3718]

Love it Sid. Keep the awesome content coming 👍

[@indianboy51]

Yeah sure on „closed roads“ haha

[@ray5952]

This guy should be one of the presentors for top gear

[@leccy9901]

One of the best m cars ever made, my personal favourite 👌

[@leccy9901]

@@Randy-rs1cg as much as I appreciate older cars like that, the e46 is just the correct mix of new and old for me. Its my personal sweet spot.

[@adamh8735]

M3 e46 the best bmw of all time thats why I have one 😅

[@stuartcampbell4414]

My favourite car of all time is the BMW E46 CSL...amari supercars has the finest example in the whole world for sale...it has 2k miles on the clock and it's brand new...my dream car...and he wants 100k for it,if I had the money I would buy it today.

[@kieranshipley281]

Skid North

[@bradleymoirt]

Very good video amazing talent keep it up !

[@tracktimevideos5164]

Not sure why people say it's the subframe that cracks. It's the actual boot floor, part of the body of the actual car that splits. The subframe is mounted to this area but is not the problem. Such moneypits.

[@DriftingSquirrel]

Exactly why I bought an M3 a few months ago... And decided to do an OEM Plus project with it, which you can check out on my channel. The opening corner and transition, ace!

[@dubistheonlysolution]

Yeh I’ll just pluck 10 grand out me arse

[@SidNorth]

If you can find it, then yes!

[@Jamie7ee]

Love these cars, built way ahead of their time! Handbrakes are never good in them either I’ve found

[@Niracka1]

Sid, great video as always but very quick to jump on the SMG slating train.

[@s4ms0n1t3]

Yeah they drive nice stock...but after having modified mine for track and road use let me tell you its 10x better.

[@lefaseemane934]

Man i love this one.... sounds amazing and very much healthy. With an EVENTURI Intake kit and SuperSprint Primary Cats would really sound very crispy and deep 👌💯🇿🇦

[@rollin-rebuilds-uk7065]

Without a doubt sid you should be the new top gear presenter 100% honest your a pleasure to watch each and every time

[@DR-ld4jn]

Please delete this video can't have prices go up anymore 😭

[@djyems1021]

EXACTLY MAN!!!!

[@fredsshed266]

Great video, love the music - straight from Driver 3!

[@robbiehulin8001]

Fair play mate your driving is great 👍 would love to see you alongside harris as a mentor on top gear and alike bring some youth to the team

[@SidNorth]

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[@chrismunsey3185]

Ahhh this put a smile on my face the whole video. An E46 M3 being driven the way it was meant to be driven. Nothing much better than that. Thanks Sid!👌🏽

[@Gabasto]

U think I should get a 330ci instead because insurance on the m3 is really high for my age

[@Tiger-gs6xm]

I will never sell my 2005 M3 carbon black Coupe 6 spd manual. I also own an 2000 Honda S2000 that I will never sell.

[@Biglenton]

My biggest regret is selling my mint 50k miles one maintained by Munich legends three years ago for ..... £12k 🤭. Thinking about selling my f80 and going back to one, more fun on uk roads.

[@griffin_kith6214]

E92

[@Biglenton]

Not a fan of the interior, don’t think it’s aged very well. the v8 is tempting but I know two people personally that have engines blow

[@tumelolouis2077]

My favourite KZbinr hands down...All the way from South Africa

[@michaelhaylett6914]

Great vid but dont need to drive like that 100 persent to prove the glory of the BMW 3. you should be telling folks such car abuse ruins a clasic or any car.

[@vpanday1977]

Alright let's look here. This car is leaving skit marks as you are driving it so i can say itis not good for the tyres remember the tyres are the only thing in the world that keeps you alive in the car if you remove even one tyre then you will be sorry. I have come across this movie in my travels MRSrimac Sar also travels a lot. I say that for a first world country england with nice road lots of rain jamesbont and internet we are curious as to why you are driving such a old car? We used to have this car but many ears ago deon had one kamy had one his one the roof can come out m&m had two one time! Look i had the M3 but it was even older i also have the m5 but this M3 no, becuase we now have newer cars in my country south africa. Yes! I am afraid to say that for a very andvanced country your disappointments are loud and clear to us in more advanced country souch as south africa with new cars. Speak to mat watson he will tell you what i mean. I have invited him to my house he wears short pantes.

[@Jims_Adventures]

In California we have them selling 20k+ for a 100,000+ mile m3....

[@matthewnicholas6365]

Rust is more of a wing issue. The subframe issue is cracking and spot welds popping.

[@blitzy3244]

Lmao that explosion effect

[@SidNorth]

You spotted it 😂

[@SteveAFCLondon]

Its not the subframe which rusts. The boot floor cracks.

[@Jahmed5635]

Miss the clio, need it back on the channel mate

[@visionairethecarfiend4020]

Sid you gotta get some content out when you get a free time your absolutely nuts. I’ve been here since you bought the cayman R and instantly did a pull out the dealership lot 😂😂🔥

[@SidNorth]

Don’t worry, I’m still around 😎

[@Jahmed5635]

You need to teach us how to drift mate

[@fivezerofivezero8357]

I’ve been trying to buy one for the past 2 years everytime I find one it’s sold

[@SidNorth]

They’re hard to come by

[@richardgerard1223]

Theres more than enough of them on ebay...

[@fivezerofivezero8357]

Richard Gerard there’s enough on eBay how ever it’s about finding the right one not one that’s been abused

[@robertpurvis6106]

i looked for longest time too. i couldn't find one under $25k and all of them are over 150k miles in california. settled on a 135i w 60k miles for $16k. not the same but still kinda a unicorn. i will do a 1M conversion slowly with lsd and be totally satisfied in a few yrs. little bugga easily tuned to 350 horses.

[@antanasrapkevicius3897]

They are defo not hard to come by yet, its the ppl that expect to buy pristine stock condition with low miles for 10k.. Thats never gonna happen. I was there too, looking for immaculate one for less than 12k.. never found one i would buy.. they all were below 2003, or high mileage later models with numerous issues mainly cuz none of the owners cared to maintain them. And ofc all of them had 5-6 previous owners, with 4 of them being during the last few years.. that just screams to me none of these owners really cared about the maintenance.. So i ended up upping the ball game. And within a month i bought fully loaded, stock, manual one for 17k. 80k miles, 2005 model with minor issues, mostly cosmetic due to ageing, like perished weather strips, faded trims etc. however, only 2 previous owners and the last owner had it for 10 years, garaged it and always maintained. So once again, dont say they are hard to come by as they are not. You just are not willing to pay for a good one.

[@V1_JFN]

I love these reviews and uploads, so exciting and your commentary is entertaining too.

[@adventureadventure8796]

You are brave, sliding the M3 on public roads with a visible number plate.

[@SidNorth]

Not doing anything illegal

[@robinmarples5198]

The same in France? 28 000 euros minimum

[@SidNorth]

Wow!

[@richlee509]

Even good 330ci in Germany are 20k plus

[@robinmarples5198]

@@richlee509 don t understand who buys new cars in gb, second hands are so cheep

[@LikeBoost42]

Sid+E46=Content

[@Jahmed5635]

Aaaand that’s the vanos gone 👍😂

[@joshuamatheron1]

Fairly certain they’re not closed roads. Creeksea Ferry rd by the marina 😉 Great driving though

[@jamesmartin7778]

Everyone’s favourite driving roads in the area!

[@matt9852]

Yeah it is! I am often down there on my bike. Only about 10 minutes from where I live.

[@leweee]

Joshua Matheron I'm pretty sure those roads are in Mexico

[@matt9852]

@@leweee Yeah they are... shipped said car over there as well.

[@leweee]

Matt W You must have a pretty fast bike to be getting to Mexico in 10 minutes

[@sparkplug964]

Do love the E46, but after reading about the rear subframe braking apart, the cylinder head problems, and vanos issue, not for me thanks. And it almost impossible to find a good one.

[@jt4761]

I’ve owned one for 2 years and the only thing I’ve had to replace is the starter

[@GeneticMasterpiece1]

@RS2002 I bought one recently. 77k on the clock. had rust the usual rust issues, sorted the sub frame out aswell. But no mechanical problems whatsoever. I drive it maybe once a week and its a total joy, worth every penny. Turning it into a race car for track use now.

[@arminbmw100]

sparkplug964 I bough one 6 years ago 50k miles 75 now only issues I had was ignition coils and regular oil service only it’s my summer car only if you don’t beat on it they are not bad if you drive it hard than expect to maintain it more

[@fiveohwblow]

Track mine frequently, changed an smg pump and starter both past 150k. Not a high cost to maintain if you can wrench yourself. Silly to assume this car is expensive.

[@tcps5432]

Not to hard to do the maintenance yourself. Did a vanos rebuild and rod bearings in a week’s time without lift. Runs like a charm.

[@Antonio0427]

I watched 30 seconds and had to subscribe, youve got real grip on the wheel

[@SidNorth]

Thanks 👊🏽

[@unitevers7165]

Yeah because It doesn't cost like 30000€,no

[@jezbo7827]

Great video mate. I too am a big fan of the “stock car as original”. I have an e91 335d touring and would not even dream of modifying it as it’s a great car as original! Nice video, really enjoyed it. Cheers for now, Jez.

[@Sam_AMG]

Really enjoyed the video! Keep up the great work Sid! I love E46 M3s so much I had 3 at one point but I've now gone down to two, a coupe and a convertible. Like you said, buying one of this, you need to make sure you have some money on the side. My latest e46 m3 which is an individual model and very rare car, I have spent about £7k on it so far and it's not finished 100%. Check out my video if you'd like to see the cars 👍

[@evrensokmener6768]

Hammering a car for hours is basically abusing the car

[@James-yl3kk]

I'm surprised it still works

[@MadelnMachines]

It's a timeless beauty on the exterior but I'm not sure I dare take the risk.

[@ianturley5197]

Or you could get a 323/325 and turbo it, lower it, and put big brakes on it, and cut the back box off it.. much cheaper and a bit faster and a bit louder.. It's a win win situation 🙂

[@SidNorth]

I get where you are coming from, but it’s nothing like an M3 and wouldn’t drive like one.

[@G4RY1159]

And keep lots of change for new tyres

[@fitz2589]

Im trying right now. Hard to find one in America under $30k with less than 50k miles that isn’t SMG or completely beat to shit.

[@Randy-rs1cg]

mileage doesn't matter they all brake ,subframe, bearings, timing, diff. videos like this over the last 5 years have made it an absolute impossibility to buy one. They created a paradox , a need for a car where there was never a shortage. in turn created a shortage and value.

[@alexbarron6694]

Still looks and sounds great in 2020 and will sound and look even better in 2040. Buy one now appreciating modern classic.

[@djyems1021]

SHHHHHH..

[@pietromarku4459]

Amazing driver

[@darrenlucas2768]

Really enjoy listening to your enthusiasm....a natural journalist. Great Car too.....I really enjoy cars of this era, I don't know what it is but for some reason it all got a bit to high tech in later years and spoilt ....just my view, I know lots will disagree. Keep up the good work bro......🌈👍

[@akerr911]

YES

[@br4d101]

I love these old m3s, played with getting one for ages but settled on my 550hp 335i as was cheaper! Not sure I’ll get the appreciation that the m3s do from the 335i 😂

[@underdawg2743]

What mods did your 335i require to get that powerful? Is it N54? I just bought one 3 wx ago and already needed to change the timing belt!

[@br4d101]

@Master Bates timing chain don’t you mean? It’s N54 with stage 2 rb turbos, downpipes, inlets, intake full exhaust, Wagner FMIC, outlet pipes for turbos, 1 step colder plugs and custom tune, u can put an MHD tune on urs which change it so much, I’ve spent a lot of money on mine! 0-60 isn’t very good as can’t get traction but anything after that it’s crazy fast for that power!

[@underdawg2743]

@@br4d101 Wow thanks for the info man. Yeah the timing chain apparently had 2 teeth missing on the cog.Mind telling me how much all that cost?

[@br4d101]

@Master Bates 2 teeth missing?🙈u was lucky! I done all the mods back in 2012 when the modified 335is were just coming on the scene and it cost me a lot of money best part of £8-10k as hardly anything had been developed! E92 m3s were 20k+ at the time, u can get that power now for around £4k 17t eBay turbos TD04s are £800 and have got loads of good reviews! I paid nearer £4K for mine back then 🙈everything I bought had to be imported from America as no one else was making anything for em

[@underdawg2743]

@@br4d101 sounds like a lot of 💰 will have to go on this 🚗 so I'll just get a Stage 1 to start with. It's gonna be my big project! My 123d hatchback was a different animal after a Stage 1, became 262 bhp/ 350 lbft and still drives like an absolute beast. Keeping that for the daily commute as it's given me 0 hassle in the 4 yrs I've had it. Still, I obviously have much bigger expectations for this 1. Do you think your car could take an M3 or M5 on the track now?

[@stekarenhd6911]

Is he a really good driver or is the car as easy to drift as it looks?

[@R53.charlie]

That’s a fair amount of miles on the m3! My e46 m3 is also in silver grey with red leather and 71k miles, genuine csl wheels, but it’s an smg, but personally, I’ve never been a fan of the manuals in the e46 m3’s. No rust anywhere, the subframe hasn’t been done but still, nothing wrong with it whatsoever, owned it for 10years! Still the most driver oriented ///m ever made imo👍

[@duck8280]

Not in the states, I would if I was in the EU

[@greggallucci607]

First time viewer and two time E46 M3 owner. Great audio and video. Makes me want to go out and buy a GoPro setup just so I can see my own tailpipes flex at redline, as knowing that they do suddenly isn't good enough. Good show.

[@gracefullygraceful9776]

SID is back

[@SidNorth]

I never left

[@markfasey9201]

I wish my n54 335i was that reliable

[@Sambigs9112]

Buy it only if you want it to collect dust in the garage n increase value. This is a car you can’t drive anymore coz it breaks everywhere

[@djyems1021]

THANK YOU. THIS. I keep saying this with people. THE PRICES HAVE GOTTEN ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING. Is this a car you would have liked to own?

[@JimmyMartinm3power]

I had a E36 limo 3.2 Evo, and that noise it made was shit just like the E46, not a fan of the sound. And for the performance, the E46 was not faster.

[@Colbi.Morris]

I want to see you drove Dave from smv’s one. 700 odd bhp 1jz I think in a e46 m3 shell

[@cristiandemirel1918]

this is not a money pit, it's a black hole!