E92 M3 Morning Ride Along

[@cduone]

I had my E92 m3 for 220,000 miles and love every second of it. I'll get another one soon.

[@megamangib]

phrozen06 got damn how many miles did you pick it up with and how many miles was there when you sold it? If you don’t mind me asking.

[@alexmartinez280]

I’m at 139k and it is as sting as ever. Test pipes, tune and driving in M mode with DSC OFF shows it’s true self.

[@megamangib]

Alex Martinez I got mine with 90kkk miles 6 speed and now I just hit 125kkk..

[@alexmartinez280]

MegaManGib That’s great. Did you put test pipes on or a tune? I picked up mine 6 yrs ago with 17,500 miles. I’m also Manual with UUC short shirt and IND extended knob so the shifted is close to the wheel for easy shift and hands back in wheel. Also the longer know provides a greater moment arm for super easy up and down rev matched shifts.

[@cduone]

@@alexmartinez280 didn't do test pipes. I did a tune with Tuning Tech by Frank Smith, and Megan Exhaust. BC Racing Coils, Arkym Full Front Carbon Bumper.

[@WaxMode]

You described it perfectly, there's just something about the S65 that makes these E92's such an incredible driver's car. The whole package on these M3's - high revving NA performance, awesome intake/exhaust sound, steering, design - another true gem from BMW. I'll take an E92 M3 in Atlantis blue and just wax and drive all day everyday.

[@a.k1311]

WaxMode hey man, didn’t expect you here... trading the e28 for an e92???😂

[@WaxMode]

​@@a.k1311 - Hey dude! I'm planning on daily driving the E28 until it disintegrates, it just keeps going! Got a lot of time behind the wheel of Fluid MotorUnion's E90 M3 build years ago, was instantly hooked.

[@KantstandlamGarage]

Thats how I felt with my Lexus ISF when I got it 4 years ago. Raw v8 with adequate power for daily driving and comfortable. I made a youtube channel because of the car and im glad that I did because its helped so many people world wide with buying an ISF and putting that car on the map as a great well rounded car as opposed to these newer small engine turbo'd cars But hopefully you keep this M3 and make plenty more videos on it for the community so people can appreciate them more and respect the V8 and the era these cars were in.

[@SIat]

Love my F to death, Ive had it for 3 and a half years and have loved every minute of it. That V8 with an exhaust is just nasty

[@alexmartinez280]

Driving with traction control off is the only way to drive. Much stronger, especially decated (MRF rear section on mine) with a tune (BPM). LOVE MY M3 so much. I got the car at 17500mi and about to hit 139k! Still gets my heart pumping.

[@samcas707]

Is there anything better than an early drive where it feels like you have the whole road network to yourself

[@CanadianGearhead]

Sounds so good dude. I miss this era of German cars that didn't have all the fake snap crackle and pop noises added. I think as we mature we learn that peak hp doesn't matter nearly as much as the overall character of a car. Great vid. Looking forward to seeing it with the new wheels.

[@jumapelljohn3958]

@Canadian Gearhead. I couldn't agree more. I think E9X M3s will go down as one of the greatest of all time from BMW.

[@rjd592]

These drive and chats and wash and chats are my favorites honestly. The drives have the best soundtrack and the washes the best eye candy. More with all the cars!

[@alexmartinez280]

During its years of production the S65 was BMWs most reliable engine. That’s a fact delivered from BMWs figures themselves. The valve actuators can be rebuilt for ~$100 for the pair as it is the gears that wear. The rob bearings problems only happen to a very few cars, it’s the internet that has blown the issue up way past an accurate representation of the whole production number. Running 0w-40 for the most part takes care of the issue as long as the car is warmed up properly and that is keeping it

[@Patrick94GSR]

Alex Martinez awesome. I run 0w oil in everything. 0w30 in my 367K mile Honda and OEM 0w20 in our CX5. I truly believe every engine should run 0w oil, just as long as the operating temp viscosity is correct for the engine.

[@alexmartinez280]

Patrick94GSR yes! People assume since thinner that at temp it’s too thin which is not what the 0 refers too. Love the oil, happy others found this.

[@chriss9278]

“Pretty chilly, about 50 degrees” It’s 3 degrees in New Jersey

[@JF-ns5zs]

NJ too, wind right now makes it about -30

[@drepop803]

I'm in NJ to. However i hate when ppl do that. I say it's cold or hot and ppl feel the need to tell you where their from its worse. It's all good my fellow jersian lol. Matt's from PA so I'm sure he knows what cold cold is

[@AUav8r05]

Love your e92..perfect spec. She is perfect the way she is..no need for a SC. Thanks for the great content. Looking forward to a 1m drive video.

[@warrenw8705]

I love these drive and talk videos. I just picked up a 2013 AW E92 ZCP 6MT with ZCP and heated cloth seats as the only options. Very similar spec to your car except color I believe. Only 6800 miles. I sold my F80 to get into this car and I am extremely happy. Keep the M3 videos coming!

[@dreamdrivedrift]

Definitely haven't heard you speak about it like this. Glad you found what you were looking for! What you said about having a car you can wind out on the street should hit a chord with most of us.

[@MIKESTONE111]

Thanks for the video Matt. I bought my 2011 M3 almost 2 years ago. Love every moment with it..

[@tiagodvt]

Those seats look awesome

[@fusionflash88]

They are very well balanced cars I'm on my 2nd e92 m3 ;)

[@jmking7]

I don't know if you listen to Spike's car radio podcast but as zuckerman says it this is your taproot car and it's great you were able to go back to it without disappointment. 👍

[@ObsessedGarage]

Bingo

[@Chris-qc9dj]

I have an active autowerks level 2 supercharger on my 6mt m3. I enjoyed this video because it shows that someone that has the money to get pretty much any car likes the m3 so much. 👍🏼

[@DieselDan09]

No super charger... Put a stroker in it!!!

[@alexmartinez280]

I agree BUT striker kits are majorly expensive. The 4.4l from BMW and the 4.5 or 4.7 from Dinan are bank with power results no where near let’s say an ESS SC. Decat and tune while drive with DSC off is the way to go to enjoy the car in its raw form.

[@JF-ns5zs]

Don't tempt Matt haha stroker kits are amazing but jesus $$$

[@r129r16pfl]

Make it ~3000lbs light, that is what I would do. The cheapest and most effective solution + shorter final drive maybe

[@BenFenner]

20:03 - Which side is the fuel filler cap on? Every car since maybe the 1970's shows you which side to fuel the car on by the direction of the fuel pump. No arrow needed (although most do also have an arrow). Take a look at the fuel pump icon on your dash. If the fuel hose/handle is resting on the right side of the pump, then your fuel filler door is on the right side of your car. And obviously vice versa. Hopefully this little tidbit helps you Matt, with owning so many cars.

[@ObsessedGarage]

M cars don't have that.

[@BenFenner]

Sure they do Matt. My M-Coupe (clownshoe) has it. And all of the images I've looked up of the E92 M3 instrument cluster have it. I'd be happy to circle it in an image and post to the Facebook group if you'd like.

[@incognito96]

You haven't had an m car as the fuel gauge is on the opposite side to the fuel cap. Hate it when ppl think they no it all.

[@incognito96]

@@ObsessedGarage he's never had an m car. They are on the opposite side to the gauge.

[@BenFenner]

Check my channel. I have plenty of videos of myself tracking my M Coupe. I never said the fuel filler door was on the same side as the fuel gauge. I never even mentioned the fuel gauge, not once. Pay attention please. I said to look at the fuel pump icon on your instrument cluster. It will have a tiny little hose, and tiny little handle. It will be resting on one side of the pump. If that's the right side of the little pump icon, then the fuel filler door is on the right side of your car. If it rests on the left side of the pump, then your fuel door is on the left side of your car. This should help: img.wonderhowto.com/img/34/27/63498083614550/0/what-side-your-car-is-gas-tank-on-easy-trick-will-tell-you-every-time.w1456.jpg

[@UnrealFingerboards]

I agree 100%. It’s a car I just keep coming back to even when the conversation includes cars worth 2-5x the value. Get some solid subframe mounts! Best mod for the car!

[@PukkaPlay]

I've got a 550hp supercharger kit on my E92 M3 DCT. I also have a E92 M3 manual shifter.... The supercharged DCT is night and day difference. It's just all you describe with yours multiplied by 10. Go for it! It is reversible.

[@stevenw97]

Love the E92 content!

[@lokimorningstar1180]

Enjoyed the ride along, looking forward to the suspension set-up.

[@Jbmarkowitz95]

Great content! I’m so excited for what’s to come with this car. Love the build

[@michalisnent.4194]

The sound is just from another planet right now...

[@blues3531]

17:00, dude spoke it into existence lol. Crazy.

[@mavsman7449]

How’s the alcantara steering wheel compared to the leather one?

[@johnpaull135]

Hey Matt just caught up with this driving video and it was wonderful. As an e90 M3 owner I was smiling with you when you wound it up the sound of Exhaust, induction and mechanical synergy is breathtaking and addictive. My Son has an F80 and yes they are ballistic in sheer grunt, but sound crap and are nowhere as planted at the limit as the e90/92. In fact you should get your subscribers to go look at the old video of the e92 M3 Manual competing with the C63 Merc. It’s a Fifth Gear Production. The M3 just gobbled it up and showed what a great chassis it has and most of all great mechanical grip. You know you are just about building the equivalent of the GTS version and if you did stroke the engine it would be more of a road going GTS. I think it would be fascinating for M3 owners to see what the Stoker kit does for the normal 4 Ltr Engine. Also I have wondered and have tried to find out if stroking the engine does eliminate the so called rod end bearing issue. Anyway loving this series I absolutely agree with you that’s it not all about total HP it’s the total driving package that makes a great car. I can’t wait for more Crazy!! JP

[@megamangib]

Matt I agree with you 100%. The E92 M3 is truly one of a kind. The ultimate driving machine as BMW says lol I have one myself right now actually. I’m debating wether I should get rid of it tho and get a F80 M3. Idk what to do lol I’m torn apart.

[@alexmartinez280]

Keep the E92 until the new new M3 comes out that should be next level. The sound of the S55 is no where near what the S65 delivers. Peak performance is enjoy far less of the time than SOUND. Also the throttle response on the S65 is superior. Have you put test pipes on your car? Tune? Drive with DSC OFF? BPM and test pipes transformed the car. The rest is improving your driving skills

[@ObsessedGarage]

I think if you have a desire to get and F80, you have to get one. It's not a bad car. It will simply be a short-term place holder. You'll get it, modify it, then likely get bored and move on.

[@megamangib]

Alex Martinez what do you mean test pipes and BPM what is that?

[@megamangib]

Obsessed Garage I’ll see what I end up doing. I think I might wanna trade it in for an F80 and give it a good run. Cuz my E92 has a lot of miles. If I ever go back to an E92 I want one that’s mint with low mileage. Thanks for the advice Matt 💯

[@user-yr9hp5sv9t]

I had E92 for 5 years(longest car ever),changed to F80 comp pack and it is better in every way except sound.Its so much faster,more comfortable and has the right amount of tech.E92 are essentially 2007 technology now.Either great option though.

[@shanegraham9077]

U really inspire me. I have a red toyota glanza thinking about selling it but watching this is giving me second thoughts

[@KenseisGarage]

Awesome video, car interior looks legit man, that pure n/a sound is amazing as well. Great stuff, 👍👌

[@davidarmstrong3989]

Had a good chuckle, pulling into a gas station. Common occurrence regarding E9X M3.

[@ray_23trd33]

Man that car sounds good. I’m glad you’re really enjoying this one 🤙

[@incognito96]

Drove mine the other day alone country lane m3 v8 everything makes sense the torque the revs when you have one you no.

[@zaneaxsel5049]

That car sounds awesome love it...

[@s.t.4888]

Great video Matt! Great car as well.

[@acrviper10]

Ill take 50 degrees any day, its -20 in Toronto 🇨🇦

[@Adam_824]

Ob bro it was -50 today with the windchill here in southern WI

[@chrishuelsman952]

-25 F degrees here in Chicago area. I can't wait to move to Florida!

[@mperformance3502]

That’s the perfect car for you next to the gt3. It checks off all the boxes. I don’t think another car will come out like that, as new cars will just get bigger/turbo.

[@floridiankicks4543]

A lot of people who speak on bmw cars never owned one, or either bought a super cheap piece of junk that was never maintained properly! I own an 09 335i n54 and yeah I’ve heard a lot of nonsense before buying it! As long as you take care of the car when it needs to be done! You won’t have issues lmao

[@toddayer7391]

I found your channel through a friends recommendation. I am really enjoying your videos. I am also a fellow BMW enthusiast. I am stuck on E46's as they are a bit less expensive to work on, to a point. Lol

[@ObsessedGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@SinghM3]

I love your m3 Matt! I really want to get one by the end of this year, do you think getting a non competition package with a manual is still a good car? I can’t seem to find an alpine white with the fox red interior, carbon roof, manual, and comp package.

[@ObsessedGarage]

Comp package doesn't matter much if you intend to do new wheels and lower it.

[@stevenw97]

MitsubishiEvo9 Singh Haha that is literally the exact spec of my 2011 that I got back in October.

[@alexmartinez280]

MitsubishiEvo9 Singh Mine is a non comp M3. Test pipes, MRF rear section, tune (BPM Stg II Evo), Dinan Intake and UUC shifter and many smaller mods like bigger rubber 255-275. Car is a beast and II will love it too. Get a carbon roof car and manual. You will adore it. Test pipes and tune are the only ones you need to wake the car right up. Drive with M mode and DSC OFF and you will smoke any stock car. I had the car to 170 and had plenty left. It gets to 140 VERY fast and does that redlining 4th gear. DEFINITLY get one bro

[@user-yr9hp5sv9t]

Mine wasn’t comp pack and loved it,not worth big premium used.

[@XanMan1980]

I’d love to see a corvette on this channel

[@ronbeeman1163]

Awesome car Matt😎

[@pnash225]

That blemish by the hood vent irks me to no end. I never noticed it before.

[@ObsessedGarage]

Dirt bro

[@pnash225]

Oh thank goodness! I thought something happened.

[@taforth]

Your car sounds awesome 👏 now, except of course for that occasional whistling noise 😉! I don’t think Ive ever heard you complement a car as much as the M3 👍! Regarding your power concerns; imo power doesn’t equal good; just look to the corvette as a bad example for that. They keep adding more power, when they really should be focusing on a better interior and more complaint ride, like some of its ‘competitors’ offer.

[@JDM370gt]

dinan full exhaust is by far the best exhaust for this platform

[@timothywolleck7628]

GT500 would be awsome! Go for it!

[@fddriver02]

Sounds so good! However, imagine blower whine along with that exhaust sound.

[@robsmobiledetailing]

Man, I already want to get down to OGHQ bad enough as it is. If you get a GT 500 I might have to sell my R1 to make the trip down there. Seriously. That is my dream car.

[@BigDette]

It is currently -22 degrees F (yes that's correct) where I live. This video makes me want my M3 to be out of storage soooo bad.

[@jlevora3038]

Just an idea Matt, how about an OG spec winter brush? Sometimes there’s no choice but to brush the snow off the paint and it’s probably scratching the clear coat

[@nd350gt]

Love this video I watched it 3x in a row! Love how your car has no nav etc. Wondering if your mirrors are auto folding?

[@akkando]

Darn, was hoping to buy this!

[@moodle11229]

I wanted to get your recommendation on air compressors specifically for cleaning (Tornador) and tire pumping. I have a 2 car garage and looking for a portable one (maybe 20 gal 175 psi that I saw made by Husky). Thanks.

[@ObsessedGarage]

For that type of work, I'd recommend looking into California Air Tools. Then dig into the compressor section in my store to get hose and fittings.

[@moodle11229]

Obsessed Garage much thanks. Great videos!

[@C0rs098]

This video is great 👌🏼

[@crispcarguru303]

O my. . . 50 degrees and chilly. Feels like -50 degrees here LOL.

[@rboorgu1]

Hi Matt love the M3. I have one too 2011 e92 alpine white over red with the dct. Was wondering where you got the seats and what is the cost. I really like them , could be my next upgrade.

[@ObsessedGarage]

$7500 used from M3Post

[@rickslick730]

Man that sounds nice ain't nothing like a manual

[@DrTGaming1]

my vote is 6th gen camaro 1le if youre looking at vettes and gt500's.. they handle amazing

[@jetstream_GS]

Idk doing the rod bearing job in my M6 definitely sucked... 7k our the door. Always take care of my cars never had an issue with my ISF or Corvette

[@alexmartinez280]

Nico Dolciato 7k is robbery. Should be closer to 3k out the door. I’m at 139k on stock bearings but have been running 0w-40 since 35k miles. Really helps a lot. You still have the V10? I want to add an LCI manual E60 or E62 next because the S85 is my favorite BMW engine followed by the S65. You still have you M6? All three have aged so well especially the M6 which was way ahead of its time style wise.

[@scottshipley]

Do you think the S2000 would have been easier for you to live with if you hadn't gone so crazy with the supercharger?

[@ObsessedGarage]

No, the bigger issue was size for me. It was just too darn small inside for me at 39 versus 28 when I last had one.

[@waitwuttt]

400WHP mated to a manual RWD car is all you need. you have a V8 its supposed to be louder than the GT3 lol

[@DreamBigDIY]

For the car that replaces the 1M, would you also consider a Camaro ZL1 1LE?

[@ObsessedGarage]

I doubt it. I'm not a fan of that car.

[@cobra454tim]

I can relate Matt, got a work to get that power per se buddies ISF is like that.

[@gregpapagno5683]

Geoff Thompson the alignment shop ormond beach is the best alignment guy within the state

[@JF-ns5zs]

Any dyno date coming up? Would love to know the power figures now that it's FBO

[@ObsessedGarage]

Probably not. It will be 380-400 WHP and 270-290 WTQ on your typical dyno jet. I did a bunch of testing on my 2011 with similar set-up.

[@MrThehulk999]

Would you ever consider a corvette ? One with a zr1 track package

[@ObsessedGarage]

I'm likely going to get one next to experience.

[@MrThehulk999]

Obsessed Garage CANT WAIT

[@daschpisonki8298]

Hi Matt, what type of wheels did you have on your original m3 e92. I just seen the photo’s from psi.

[@ObsessedGarage]

I had Klassen M52-R.

[@daschpisonki8298]

@@ObsessedGarage Cool, what was the wheel finish?

[@DoctorSpeedy1050]

If you ever decide to sell this thing let me know. I’m planning on getting an E92 M3 when I graduate cardiology fellowship next year.

[@DanielAlves-fg1uj]

What tune did you go with? dont you get a check engine light with the dinan mid pipe?

[@ObsessedGarage]

ESS Tune. I don't have a CEL because of the tune. The car is running amazingly well.

[@gregpapagno5683]

Sounds great

[@Papeone111]

Hey Matt, what are your thoughts on the M2?

[@ObsessedGarage]

They new sucks balls, but I like the N55 version.

[@alexgarcia2071]

How’s the lip holding Matty been looking at the mode carbon for my f80

[@ObsessedGarage]

It's doing great.

[@zhaoyangxie]

I wonder if a straight piped E92 m3 is louder than a straight piped GT3 RS

[@ObsessedGarage]

Stop saying straight pipe.

[@LSComputers]

A little trick for knowing which side your tank is on... Look at the gas pump image, the handle marks the correct side of your car :)

[@ObsessedGarage]

BMW doesn't have that.

[@Thkfast]

I believe the international symbol for the fuel level is a gas pump with handle on right. Look for the < or the > by that symbol for what side the filler is located on the vehicle.

[@sammatchett6014]

Great video!

[@bosoares]

This M3 is awesome, sounds so good. Were you rev matching or it does that by itself?

[@antoinelegault2895]

I have pretty much the exact same manual E92 M3 and you have to "manually" rev match it yourself.

[@bryanh2952]

Matt, have you ever thought about a '17- '19 zl1 or a zl1 1LE? What are your thoughts on those?

[@ObsessedGarage]

I really dislike how you feel sitting in a Camaro. The windows are really odd and there is too much plastic for me from the outside. I also can't get over how the gauges remind me of my '92 Chevy Beretta.

[@atn2666]

What are your thoughts on buying first year of production m3? There's a blue Dinan stage 1 in my area but it's a 2008.

[@ObsessedGarage]

I wouldn't want the '08. Those cars have some deficiencies over later models.

[@atn2666]

Obsessed Garage thank you for your reply! Which year would you recommend? And how about for e90?

[@KantstandlamGarage]

Sounds great! Whats your camera set up? For both angles?

[@ObsessedGarage]

GoPro Hero 6 for both cameras with a single Edutige ETM-008 in car.

[@AA-nt4rm]

Great content

[@shawnleblanc8968]

Zo6 is the car! 😜

[@lokiloki981]

what you think of the BMW m3 e46. i just got one

[@ObsessedGarage]

I like it.

[@PukkaPlay]

Sound of the car got better as your drove it as the exhaust heated up I suppose.

[@Patr1ck2332]

Car is looking amazing! Seats look set really high, is that personal choice or just how they fit?

[@ObsessedGarage]

They are the same height as stock.

[@TheBigboySid]

The . Best . Car .

[@Kaipeternicolas]

Man I love your car so much. You made me look for an E90 M3. It's really such a great car and I can't wait to find my unicorn (with no nav as well). So in the future if I wanna go fast, I take my Tesla. If I want to to enjoy a nice weekend drive or a track day, I take the M3 ;)

[@alexmartinez280]

I think your talking about quick. Fast related to velocity which the E92 M3 is plenty once decated and tunes. I hit 140 in 4th and 170 while still pulling. It till get close to 200 if not hit it if you have the road and Tesla is not.

[@Kaipeternicolas]

@@alexmartinez280 Absolutely. I apologize for the non-sense I write at 11:45 pm ;) I'm usually the one explaining people the difference.

[@EastLosPyro]

Hey Matt, is there a better option than the Ik foamers??. Thanks!.

[@ObsessedGarage]

Not that I am aware.

[@EastLosPyro]

Obsessed Garage I did some HW and found a few other options. I will be buying one and reviewing it. It’s from a company called FoamIt

[@bp1484]

Hey Matt, I noticed you let the car completely warm up before driving. I know the owners manual and many other sources recommend driving immediately, but sorry until it reaches operating temp. Is there a specific reasoning for your approach vs the latter? Just wondering. You have me second guessing my warm up procedure now. Thanks!!

[@ObsessedGarage]

Yes, I was making a video, so I let it warm up stationary.

[@bp1484]

Obsessed Garage fair enough. I wasn’t criticizing at all, just thought you may know something I didn’t. 👍👍

[@egruter89]

Can you do a video of the products you have on the shelves... doesn’t seem like you have added much in the past few months

[@TheSakul08]

May have missed it in another video but what tires do you plan on running with the hre's?

[@ObsessedGarage]

Pilot PS4

[@2THXTRM]

I feel the same way with my e92 328i 6spd sport.

[@xtype2006]

Are you having an open house at all in Feb?

[@ObsessedGarage]

Yes, Feb. 16th.

[@MarcusVisuals]

Hey Matt, I have an important question / advice for you, i’m looking to switch from Mercedes Benz to BMW and I found a M3 2011 sedan in excellent condition and it has 84K , they want 25K for it, I just wanna know if they’re reliable car? Also I think maintenance cost is cheaper

[@ObsessedGarage]

I think with 85,000 miles, you'll need to be sure you have a few thousand bucks a year to maintain it.

[@jediali221]

OG destination at 5:30

[@ObsessedGarage]

Boom!

[@AZMTB]

So Matt.. this, or a 991 C2S?

[@JF-ns5zs]

He bought back the e92 not another c2s, so I'm gonna guess this, more special of a car

[@AZMTB]

J F But he already has a 911, so... not really a fair argument.

[@ObsessedGarage]

Definitely 991.1 C2S over this if you have to have one.

[@AZMTB]

Obsessed Garage Always wanted a Porsche and I’m in the position to buy one. It was this or a 997 Turbo, but I wouldn’t want to mess up the 997 at occasional track days I plan on going to. Thanks man.

[@robertsmithUH60driver]

Cool thing is he super chargers are only a few hundred bucks. :) So we may still see it. Give you 6 months max for it to show up.

[@MichaelVettas]

Those seats though :), I have the similar model it may be the earlier version the Recaro SR-7 slightly lower headrest, and the centre seat area is split in sections, I think the CS might be slightly broader on the shoulder area, as for the car, this is the perfect daily id just love to hear a wastegate :)

[@kenbode8806]

No corvette