I BOUGHT AN E46 BMW M3! (Part 2 - Let's Talk Money)

[@iandonkin6762]

Top man - preparation for sale as it should be done. I’d buy a used car from you!

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

@beckys2222 I would as well. He reminds me of some of the more high-end salesmen you'll find in larger boutique metropolitan areas. Not your typical rural buy here and finance here lot lizards.

[@lukeferguson9010]

And me

[@g871]

You'll soon be giving used car salesmen a good name.

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

He seems to be more of a car enthusiast then your typical used car salesmen. Most used car salesmen I've run across know damn little about the cars they're selling.

[@stevie007]

I totally agree 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Nah he’s a salesman and we’re just fish waiting to be hooked 🎣

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

@@Yorkshiremadmick Sure he's a salesman, but he's also sorting through his cars MUCH better than most used car salesmen do. His "sales" process eliminates most of the risk of buying old luxury cars. There won't be any surprises for the buyer of this car.

[@stevie007]

@@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove 👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@kilerkg]

I doubt you'll get 15-16k for it, with it being a convertible smg but good luck mate 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Its a bit optimistic but I'm hoping mine will be the best example out there when I'm finished. Worst case, I'll just keep it :)

[@gavsang]

High Peak Autos for £15k I would expect the vanos work to have been carried out.

[@mikenorris5378]

Sorry but I agree, convertibles are the least desirable. In late spring someone might jump for an immaculate car.

[@mikenorris5378]

@Nobby Barnes Sorry but they lack the rigidly of the hard tops. Bonus is the top down engine note!

[@TheKruxed]

The guy wants 20k for it, complete joke lol

[@andyb190]

It's nice to see the gutted look extends to those in the trade, as well as those out. We feel your pain but you have a lovely car there now. Enjoy.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha yes. Its a look I have most days doing this job. Everyday there is a large bill looming for a repair of some sort. I do really like this M3 though now and it drives so well after all that work

[@Playingbyear]

On the plus side this is a nice advert for whosoever buys it from you, they’ll know it’s mint👍🏻

[@HighPeakAutos]

Andrew Goodman I’m trying to make the best example out there 😉

[@tyronegaa]

Your videos are very good mate, very relaxed style

[@HighPeakAutos]

tyronegaa Cheers 😬

[@spainter1985]

Thanks for sharing what a real-life experience in buying an old M3 is like, pretty pricey bringing it back up to scratch but certainly worth it. I'd love a coupe one myself, hard to find them in decent shape now! Iconic cars though.

[@TheMISTERTEETEE]

I was so close to buying one but didn’t in the end for fear of it becoming a money pit!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats the worry isn't it with something like this

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

M3s are probably worth it. If they're relatively clean with reasonably low mileage. I don't know about the UK but here in the US they're all the rage right now. Even tired worn out examples are fetching premium prices. I'd be fearful of trying to flip one for profit, but I've no fear owning and enjoying them.

[@DjNikGnashers]

Respect to you, for being straightforward, honest, and clear. This is great information for potential future owners.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Nik Gnashers Thanks for watching!

[@adrianphotovisions2308]

Have you applied to Netflix to join Jeremy yet? You would make a good team, seriously :)

[@HighPeakAutos]

Adrian Photovisions Haha not done that yet. Thanks 😉

[@WeAreCarFans]

I would prefer android unit compare to oem display. Looks very similar, have a tons of useful features. I have also connected it to ibus and obd so I have all BC values and easy way how to code some features. Worth to upgrade.

[@vodonnell1]

As Scotty Kilmer would say, BMW are endless money pits.

[@HighPeakAutos]

vincent o'donnell Yeah but we cant all buy Toyota Corollas - that would be boring

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

I like Kilmer's channel, his recommendations are perfect for the average car buyer. Most people, at least here in the states, buy too much car. They buy cars they can't really afford. The kind of buyer with ONLY $10k-$20k to spend on a car probably SHOULD NOT buy a $10k-$20k used BMW, Range Rover, Jaguar, Porsche, Mercedes Benz, or Audi. They probably should stick to Toyotas and Hondas. While they are attracted to the looks of the luxury brands, they don't have the resources, desire, or skill, to maintain the cars. Scotty's advice is sound for those people. For example once a Range Rover L322 is on it's 3rd, 4th, or even 5th owner, there is 99.9% chance that it hasn't been maintained. The first owner had the dealership do everything and traded it slightly before or after the warranty expired. The second buyer probably still paid a handsome price and had reasonable resources, and there is a good chance they did a good job keeping the car serviced. By the third owner of the L322 they bought the car when it's price was in the $10k-$20k which was likely all the budget they could afford for transportation. Preventative maintenance starts to be neglected, repairs are made as things break IF they immobilize the car, and ONLY enough is done to get it back on the road. Mechanics that aren't familiar with the makes or models are used. All resulting in the owner dumping the car on the market for whatever they can get.

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

a year ago i bought a Lexus ISF - 416bhp - so far costs (apart from normal servicing) have been £0

[@arunly9061]

@@SNORKYMEDIA I had my for 5 years and didn't had any problems,didn't spend any money ,Lexus for ever

[@Ethankeenan02]

@@HighPeakAutos thats what i always said

[@paultaylor9652]

Expensive car to service new, still expensive many years later sadly. Still looks classy though.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I agree. They're getting rarer too :)

[@nelsonr32]

£3000 expenditure? This are rookie numbers my friend. You need pump those numbers up ;-)

[@pclayton5063]

BMW = Bring Money Withya. Son bought a low mileage 2002 M3 Individual Coupe, 6-speed, slick top, manual seats about eight years ago over the internet. When it was delivered he quickly found the third gear synchro weak on fast shifts. Immediately contacted the selling dealership and after some inspection by the local dealership he eventually ended up with a check for $4300 for a replacement transmission. That never happens. I don't think he knows how lucky he was. He still has the car but it's a weekend driver.

[@algernonwolfwhistle6351]

A labour of love and worth every penny. I think that your projected valuation may be a little optimistic but good luck.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I think its a little optimistic too but I'm going to make this the nicest example out there. I might just keep it too :)

[@TheDa6781]

BMW maintenance, death by a thousand cuts

[@geriatricmotorcars9516]

Just a thought 'whilst I agree with everything you have done ' I should imagine you mechanical overheads are more than you wish :) Would you not be @ this point better to employ your own fitter ' Friend of mine just set up his own bodyshop do his paintwork ' Guess what its cracking on and his paintwork is for free ' sell your hard top separate ' That will of set some of your expenses .. Regards

[@jameslatimer1432]

I had one of THESE but just a 320 ci, you need to change the wish bones about 50 a side will drive like new ,,stop tyers wear to

[@thenullco]

Had a 320Ci too. Was my first BMW. Great car, especially on the motorway.

[@jameslatimer1432]

@@thenullco wish I never sold it ,,!!

[@GRfourfun]

I’ve got to say when you take on a project you certainly do it the right way. Really enjoying what you’re doing with this M3. I remember being in Germany with my army mate when he got one of the first E46 M3 brand new convertibles tax free. Even better he let me drive it on the autobahn...roof down lol We hit 160mph with ease but nearly lost the polystyrene child booster seat from the back! Good times and good memories.

[@HighPeakAutos]

NeverL8 inaV8 Haha no way!

[@SocksWithSandals]

I've got a classic BMW with SMG. You know when they're working perfectly by how they drive and sound. Never a year's gone by that I haven't thrown two grand at it. Looks like you have three years' work to catch up on with your example.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats right. I'm trying to get this one the best example out there :)

[@rossellcastillo9838]

Get an android head unit mate that OEM system is severely outdated and the android head unit costs relatively inexpensive

[@HighPeakAutos]

I like originality though

[@simon762321]

thats what did. They look factory but have all the modern amenities. Just go for the latest Octa Core models.

[@wolfgangezeh2221]

If I were you, if I didn’t get the right price, I’d sell off some of the lesser cars in your collection and keep this. It might appreciate more over a couple of years. You never know. Always looking forward to your videos. Good job.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Wolfgang Ezeh I’m thinking of keeping it anyway 👍🏻

[@markjohnson8352]

Nothing wrong with a bit of optimism! Still think you're ahead on this one with its spec and options. Matching tyres all round, proper paint and a detailing and you'll do well with it. 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

I hope so. To be honest, I'm enjoying the project. It makes a change from my normal buying/selling stuff

[@TheRobynhud]

Agree

[@PazLeBon]

sensors all a con in many ways, the dearth of the e46's, along with all the plastic parts in hot areas. . i still have a 328i se, been ignoring codes for 200k miles ;)

[@5ebra1]

How I wish all used car salesmen were as thorough as you. Your videos are great watching - nice delivery,informative and entertaining. Please keep doing them.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching :)

[@edi3192]

Please please do E36 Convertible

[@apexmarbella]

How many reasons are there to love this channel? Of all the reasons, my favourite is that it's the complete opposite to Scotty Kilmer's. Life's too short not to do our best to drive the cars we always dreamed of, even if it means buying one 15 or 20 years after they were new, then spending more to put it in best possible condition like this M3. What a great car this will be, enjoy!

[@HighPeakAutos]

APEX Marbella Property Spain Thanks! I think the same too. Who cares if a Toyota Corolla is cheaper to run and more reliable. Life is too short. Buy what you want and enjoy it 😉

[@apexmarbella]

High Peak Autos If you happen across a mint, low mileage ML55 sometime, definitely give us a shout.

[@apexmarbella]

beckys2222 Haha, well said. I secretly admire Scotty too, but I really love this channel for showing us some really great cars for what they are and what they can be.

[@khizarahmed7223]

Keep doing wat ur doing big fan

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! :)

[@stevejones8665]

Very Nice Car but I think i will stick with my Toyota Diesel, just have to avoid Bristol tho.😊👍👍

[@bellagio1066]

My 2006 model E90 320d has just gone over 102k miles and started making a screaming siren noise then loads (and I mean loads) of smoke as my turbo went. £1200 for an Independent specialist to fit a re-conditioned one with me supplying the oil. BMW main dealers wanted £1100 just for the part.

[@staffsbull32]

love the videos that you do, its interesting to get a perspective of a car salesman that actually cares about the cars and customers! Thanks for the insight and taking the trouble to share.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Mark Sturgess Thanks for watching! I’m enjoying doing the project 👍🏻

[@andynorris3537]

Someone will get a minter when that's for sale with the work done 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

I might just keep it :)

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

@@HighPeakAutos I would. This particular car has me looking for one just like it. :)

[@zzhughesd]

Money. That's a dirty word. You're right. After villains car traders show nxt. We're below estate agent wan*ers, btw. Drove garbage car today. The forgettable mk6 or mk5.2 Golf as I see it, a low mileage Cabriolet with worst engine 1.6 tdi. Swansea to Manc. Awful. Rolled into bends through mid Wales going so slow hyundais we're catching me up. And no front fog lights..... . What is the world coming to

[@HighPeakAutos]

If its an consolation my day hasn't been much better...

[@MyJarrus]

the 1.6 tdi is shit and slow as f, honestly the old 1.9 tdi way far better with mpg and performance, the 1.6 tdi was suppose to replace the 1.9 tdi with similar bhp but lack of torque, as a car dealer they hard to sell as well never gonna buy a 1.6 tdi again

[@zzhughesd]

@@MyJarrus I literally feel should never buy another trade 1.6 derv however right to book.... felt more like an Astra shagged 90bhp diesel coked up and pretty sure it drove as VW designed it to be 32k miles later only. Even tyres looked right. Just the most under whelmin min gin car of year. Nice Bodywork aside.

[@timmason7430]

Because of the money you have spent(plus the cosmetic cost yet to be spent). I doubt you will have any trouble selling it. The Biggest problem with buying BMW's is, the few people who buy them DON'T keep them long so they don't take any care of the car, moving it on as soon as they find issues. My first Beemer was an E36(It was a cat C. I miss that car) 323i 4door with 8 previous owners(it had ALOT of issues because of neglect) I now own an E46 325 sport auto. The only thing I've done is. Bilstein suspension kit(the OE suspension is of POOR quality). It may be a harsher ride but, it transformed high speed handling.

Don’t buy a second hand M3 if you don’t have deep pockets is the lesson of the day people.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Fred Ralph Basically...

High Peak Autos just wanna know (because I’ve never owned or driven one) are they as good as they were reported to be? As quick and great handling as was raved about?

[@HighPeakAutos]

Fred Ralph I wasn’t so sure initially, but after having all this work done I can confirm they are that good!

[@Oneeyedicehockeycoach]

Gentleman bought a bought a BMW 328i 2012 82000 no bells no whistles.. Any advice for me With this ultimate driving machine. Always enjoy your videos and information you so humorously throughout their.. All the best look forward to hearing from you guys. Take it easy. K.goar sunny Arizona.

[@travis9138]

I do wish repair prices were that cheap in the U.S. on BMWs. Here in middle America It's pretty much a DIY or bust on most repairs, with the service II being a $2,500 ordeal at a non-dealer professional shop. Beautiful M3 you have!

[@latibes]

Great video and great car. I have a very good example e46 M3 convertible (SMG) in silver grey on 06 plate 92k with full main dealer history. Absolutely perfect running order, how much should I be asking. New clutch, slave cylinder, just serviced, how much should I be asking?

[@trevorthompson6845]

I had nearly the same car with 64,000 miles one Owner silver with a blue roof and a hard top,and struggled to get 10,000 or it,so how your going to get 16,000 is baffling,maybe if you keep it 10 years.

[@TheGreatestPlayerInTheWorld]

Id buy a car off you if you ever sold a golf gti dsg😋

[@bossman8681]

0:47 “Asthmatic old donkeys” 😂😂😂😂😂😂... legend

[@Lincolndiggers]

Love the way you shuffled the bills then tossed them on the seat lol ,,, it will be worth the time and money, top motor ,,, great channel

[@HighPeakAutos]

Lincolndiggers 2014 Haha Cheers!

[@lash9400]

It’s such a clean example that I would spend the money on this Bimmer. If it was some leggy, 4 owner, tired looking example, I wouldn’t go anywhere near it with a 10 foot barge pole.

[@anpredictable]

8000 for an SMG and convert? mate did u even do your research? get those maintenance and sell it ASAP. you gonna get subframes vanos SMG

[@tcaudiobooks737]

Dude, check out Munich Legends in Sussex. They restore classic BMWs to basically brand new.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Tom Tom I’ll check them out

[@nemo.87]

Great video! Love the e46 :) can you name the garages you used ? I live in Manchester, not far from high peak and would love to use a decent garages for my e46 m3. Too many cowboys near me.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Try Darren Wood BMW in Bredbury. They're excellent

[@vxlgsi]

Fix it all and just keep it. If something is broken and you fix it it doesnt add value it retains value.

[@smashedcrabface8358]

The Restoration project will continue with whoever you sell it to next. It’s an old car so it’ll never stop breaking. Wouldn’t touch it.

[@jameslatimer1432]

3 grand is that all !!

[@lloydvehicleconsulting]

Gosh, that was a lot of expenditure, wasn't it! Can you remind me whether the prices you quoted included labour, or if they were just with parts? Mind you, it is still an M3 with low mileage in a good colour, so I hope that it sells really well.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Lloyd Vehicle Consulting That’s all done inc labour and VAT. I may end up keeping it 😉

[@lloydvehicleconsulting]

@@HighPeakAutos, well I doubt they will go down in value, so keeping it sounds like a great idea! Thank you for clarifying it was including parts, labour and VAT, that is really helpful. By the way, I forwarded you over the e-mail I mentioned the other day.

[@lloydgriffiths1847]

Watching this in Jan 22 and hearing the extremely low price from 2019! Wow

[@gregorytrane7828]

Too bad it's right hand drive because it would fetch much more in the States with the exceptional condition it's in. Good review.

[@tremaynemitchell2822]

and yes, i have a 2003 coupe. Ive gotten the SMG pump and clutch replaced twice.

[@brianmorrissey554]

Better than Godfather Part 2

[@HighPeakAutos]

Lol - I think mine is more frightening

[@zzhughesd]

..... that m3 looks like the min*e. With a G. Getting better and better with age the design. I kinda prefer the v70 as a car, but if want to be a hairdresser for the day be perfect. I'm with you 5k trade, well 7k I'd have guessed as never been under 4500 and that was 6 yrs ago. Not 5k but hopefully 7k rolling good to sell nowt needed. Guessed 8999 sell. Wrong. 8k buy in, Hmmmmmm.... Was a Sytner auction 20k mile example cab think it went to about 22k memory. I'm not feeling these at this money nor 10k tired ropey or late teens nice. No. Not me. I'd have a 330i minter coupe maybe 5 to 7k e46 and tuck away.

[@mattholland315]

Enjoyed this vid Matt. Nice update and I’m not surprised at the costs. Did the BMW specialist inspect the rear subframe mounts for cracking? This is a known flaw on these and most buyers will want evidence of no cracks as a minimum, or more likely that one of the preventive fixes has been undertaken. Also, to ask top money for this you might want to replace the boot lid as for some reason yours has a pre facelift (pre 2004) one. It’s a small detail, but would irk some potential buyers who have done their research. I think you should hang onto it though and do an ownership series. I agree with the other comment that you won’t turn a profit on this simply because it’s just about the least desirable spec. Sorry if you think I’ve been harsh. About 5 years ago I bought a dark metallic grey, manual coupe with red interior, paid £12k, did 15k miles in it and sold it for £11k 14 months later to the trader I bought it from originally just for a quick sale. At the time similar condition silver SMG convertibles were £9-10k tops.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Cheers! The subframe is all good. I'm optimistic about the sale price because I'm going to make this the best example out there. The spec might not be for everyone but I'm sure there's one person out there who would prefer the soft-top-semi-auto model. I may end up keeping it though because I do really like it :)

[@HighPeakAutos]

Also, what do you mean about the boot lid? I honestly cant tell the difference.

[@mattholland315]

High Peak Autos images.app.goo.gl/oYbucNWeDgJU4nHLA

[@mattholland315]

High Peak Autos I wish I kept mine. Awesome cars! Good luck either way. Looking forward to part 3

[@HighPeakAutos]

Matt Holland Thanks for that but I believe the convertible boot lid never changed on the M3. This is 100% the original boot lid

[@JayMaverick]

3 grand to sort out an old sport BMW? Why does that honestly sound like a bargain? Hope this car will serve you well.

[@martingibson5636]

i can't be the only one wincing when the bills were read out ? braver man than me Matt and more bills to come gulp !

[@HighPeakAutos]

martin gibson I felt sick each time I was presented with one... but I’m quite enjoying the project so we’ll see how it goes 😬

[@2160px]

If you look at the thumbnail and the number plate it says DEEZ NUTZ

[@MrRubberduck83]

I've never owned a bmw that hasn't needed a ton of work but they're addictive, no other car drives like them

[@pistonpoweruk]

Great cars. Shame the sheet metal at the back of the car tears itself apart.

[@FahimHu55ain]

£8,000 for that car is a bargain in todays market for an e46 m3

[@prits5976]

Tbh mate what you spent is normal, it deserves it and now it's near mint. It is a beauty, Personally I dont think you'll get£15k for it. I dont have anything against smg but in terms of the market manual is king, plus I dont know many people wanting silver convertibles. I love them though. Picked mine up august last year for £14k with 48k miles. It's a buyer's market right now. I thought you were buying it for yourself, should defo keep it

[@HighPeakAutos]

Pritesh Patel I think I might keep it. I’m just going to make this one the best one out there and see how it goes

[@prits5976]

@@HighPeakAutos yeah you should. Sorry for being negative. It's good that you're taking care of it rather than taking it to a non specialist. Hopefully if you have it next spring/summer you can join a few of us on a north coast 500 trip

[@ijaazsharif8328]

You look like that Chris guy that reviews films

[@davidhynd4435]

Hmmm, cars. Big metal boxes you can throw all your money into.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats right. Its an addiction really

[@barryeaton8868]

Yes mate I got a m3e46 03 reg had everything done on it but I keeping it I love em cheers

[@Ethankeenan02]

Thats a proper minter now who every buys it will be chuffed

[@addz17]

BMW's are not made to last imho. That thing is kinda falling apart lol Those m3's where out before the SAE changed the regulations and car manufacturers could exaggerate on HP figures so in reality, you would be quite lucky to see 280hp to the wheels, especially with 100k on the clock. For £13 or £14'000 there's better options out there.... I have a 315hp 2008 350z with 60k on the clock with Brembo brakes an LSD etc etc, all in all, a very similar car and to me the cost and maintenance schedule of that thing is insane. There are examples of the 350z with 200k on the clock running strong and mine has needed virtually nothing fixed and probably cost 60% or less than the M3. You would need to be a real BMW enthusiast to put up with all that lol but good luck, I look forward to you posting up a video about how the whole rear subframe of the car has collapsed and all the inevitable rust problems, but good luck and enjoy driving it!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Are you always this negative?

[@leenevin8451]

These things crash about like they need bushes I’ve noticed. Never been in a decent one

[@davidstarkey6293]

Enjoying your channel. I own the exact same car including colour - build Oct 05. Mine has 112,000 kms - I'm in Sydney. Love the SMG and pretty much everything about the car. Have some of the same problems as you. That engine warning light seems to stay on most of the time - my BMW mechanic tells me that is common. Also have the same corrosion on the wing mirror bracket - interested to see how you go there. the E46 m3 is a beautiful car . I used to have a 330c1 convertible, but the M3 is a keeper.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Good choice. I've had several 330is which are great too, but the M3 is a different beast altogether

[@kingoneeyed3433]

One of the best you've done so far. I like the real world figures, you bought it for x, you invest x and hope to sell for x. It will be nice to see the job completed, with details of course

[@HighPeakAutos]

I was a bit reluctant to make this video to be honest. I usually keep the figures to myself because in my experience nobody likes to think of me earning any money. In the case of this M3 project, I think I had to tell everyone the full story and keep everyone in the loop. Its gone to the bodyshop today so part 3 will be on soon :)

[@jamesdoherty5113]

​@@HighPeakAutos Its really interesting to see the kind of work needing done on an E46 at that asking price. As someone who is looking into buying an E46 this is so helpful. Cheers.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching. :)

[@kingoneeyed3433]

@@HighPeakAutos Have you seen any of the project binkey vids, People love to follow something because they end up feeling part of the whole thing. Think about that.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I've not heard of that. I'll check it out

[@vxrbandit2527]

Hi Matt. I was going to congratulate you on reaching another 1,000 subs earlier today as I have from the start, but unfortunately, when I returned home from work you had already reached it. So from this day onwards, I feel I will have to congratulate you every 5,000 subs and not the usual 1,000 as normal. So having explained all of that I will be congratulating you at this rate in a couple of weeks 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Great video, great content and most of all, a brilliant no bullshite level headed U-Tuber. Reg`s Steve

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks Steve! The subs count has really shot up over the last day :)

[@davidjerome806]

I know it's not the same car in anyway, but its mad to think that in 2008 I bought a 2003 325ci with only 6k miles for £8,500... ...the same price! M3's really hold their value in comparison to the usual fleet.

[@HighPeakAutos]

They do, the price difference between normal BMW's and M-cars is staggering

[@trisailer1]

A couple of months ago a 2003 low milage, pristine M3 sold on the bring a trailer site for $90K. So, there is that. I have a 2003; 330CI with about $10K into, but love the car. For me the E46 is the perfect drivers car.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I agree! I'm trying to make this one the best example out there :)

[@boothylegend]

If it makes you feel any better. I have an E46 330ci and have spent....£7800 on repairs. I wanted an M3 but didn’t have the initial outlay. I too use Darren Wood. Excellent garage but the wait means they only ever diagnose as I can’t wait a month for them to repair!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats the trouble. A lot of the time I cannot wait either

[@ree46y]

Where did you find discs for 270£ a pair?! BMW Plymouth have quoted me just shy if £1k for front discs and pads fitted!

[@subs-wh4jy]

Main dealers are rip off merchants take it to a reputable local garage you’ll soon find it a lot cheaper

[@nickwillobey2205]

Still own my E46 coupe, still the best car I've ever owned. He should have spent more and bought a nicer car., Mine has only done 24,000 miles, and l haven't spent a penny on it apart from servicing and I've had it for nearly four years!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Pleased to hear it!

[@dunkyhut]

At least you know that when you come to sell it nobody's going to be able to find fault with it mate😀

[@HighPeakAutos]

Duncan Hutchison haha exactly!

[@bandiflip]

Matt, who do you use for diamond cut wheels?? We used to use pristine but they’re a fortune, found a place in Bradford,£60 a wheel inc tyres off and on,cut and lacquered ....AND ready next day !! Let me know if you want their details

[@HighPeakAutos]

bandiflip I think I’ll use prestige wheels for this one. I use Rimtech in bredbury for everything else 😉

[@paulnewton1410]

If you like the car then how much it costs is irrelevant really.

[@paranorml]

I own an e46 m3 w/ 90k which started off great. Once you buy one, get SMG and Vanos serviced and you're good as gold. Swap all Salmon relays. Perfect car.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for the tips

[@davewatts7444]

Ouch !! But you have almost minted the car. What does bother me is a 2 owner car with full service history, who did the service ? The archbishop of Canterbury! I would give them a wide berth

[@HighPeakAutos]

dave watts It was overdue a service and the last owner had owned it for 11 years so I’m guessing just lost interest in maintaining it

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

A great video here!👌 A finely detailed M3! 💯 Looking forward to more of these videos...!!! 😀🔝👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@kristianspencer1978]

If it books at £9800 how r u going to get £16000 for it.?

[@mal_752]

Looks like my old friend Darren Wood serviced this car?. He's got my old E30 2.7 car. Great vlog

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats right

[@andrewmarriott4033]

Big money there in that car hopefully you will get what you. Won’t from it it’s a far cry from your 200 pound Lexus and 400 Volvo

[@HighPeakAutos]

andrew marriott I know! I try not to think about that 😂

[@vxrbandit2527]

Hi Matt. Great car, great purchase, and a really level headed honest and wise chap that currently sits in the driver's seat. If you are thinking of keeping it as your daily driver, I would personally say "Go For It". In your own words, Matt this mint example convertible ( when finished ) will only appreciate in value especially in the hot summer months will seem to be having in good old blighty 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌 Reg`s Steve.

[@HighPeakAutos]

VXR Bandit Cheers Steve! I may end up keeping it 😬

[@stevie007]

@@HighPeakAutos Hi Matt, I think this is a very wise decision. When I was your age ( not so long ago !!!!!!!!! ) I sold a Cortina Mk5 in mint condition with only 25`000 miles on the clock ( 1 previous owner ) for £2,500. If I would have kept hold of my purchase ( stored ) I would be now looking at £12,500, not a bad profit don't you think ?. Classic cars will only appreciate and not depreciate. Total regards Steve

[@HighPeakAutos]

stevie 007 That’s quite right! Cheers steve

[@techoseller]

I would recommend getting an E46 Android headunit from eBay the beauty is the slot straight in and look stock OEM brings it right into the 21CN.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I've considered that but I'm a bit of a weirdo and like originality

[@kopl1029]

techoseller I fitted an Erisen head unit, designed to fit e46 dash. Great head units

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

@@HighPeakAutos I'm the same way. I like the original head units in my cars. Perhaps I'm not enough of an audiophile or gadget geek to appreciate the improved features of an aftermarket unit. The dash just looks better with the original unit. A new head unit makes the car look molested.

[@williamoakes664]

techoseller agreed, don’t waste your money (appreciate the oem bit but who needs an archaic sat nav when you can use your phone now with Waze etc)....better stereo with better Bluetooth I would have thought would only be a bonus....just get a subtle one that works with the dash. I’m searching for one of these cars at the moment but the second I see this head unit (with the big screen) im put off, would rather have the more basic unit.

[@techoseller]

I think the beauty of these android aftermarket head units are that they are not a generic unit they are made specific to the car and made to look and fit like a factory unit even the LED colours of the buttons match the rest of the car as well as the plastic etc and intergrates with all steering wheel controls etc. Every person who has seen mine has been blown away by the quality

[@SteveM-ly7oy]

If the car has a full service history why was there so much wrong with it? Is it because a 'service' is just an oil and filter change and BMW don't bother checking belts etc?? What the hell was the previous owner doing?

[@HighPeakAutos]

It had full history but it was due a service. I could have done the bare minimum and it would have cost me a fraction of the cost but that wouldn't be right. The car deserves better :)

[@miketurin5233]

It’s a great car and you will enjoy it. But If this car has a full service history why was there so much work, maintenance and parts needed?! I suspect the previous garage did not do their job properly or did the previous owner reject all the maintenance that was required. All up I see a car that has not been serviced at all.

[@HighPeakAutos]

It was due a service and because of its age a lot of parts needed to be replaced. It must have been neglected for the last 12 months or so I imagine. Also, I could have not done a lot of these repairs and still managed to sell it on but I wanted to give it the attention it deserves :)

[@jamesgarrett7187]

Sorry to say it but its probs worth about 10k fully sorted!

[@paulanderson79]

Try running an out of warranty modestly specified VW Passat. BMW cars, even the proper M cars, are vastly more economical to own and run.

[@HighPeakAutos]

paulanderson79 I agree! Things like discs and pads are slightly more expensive but not prohibitively

[@karlo1507]

Cheapest m3 in Europe is 20.000€!!

[@MTechGuy]

They ain’t cheap, but it’ll be a really nice M3 when your finished. Good on ya for going through the whole car and sorting it all properly

[@HighPeakAutos]

M Tech Guy Thanks. That’s my plan. I’m trying to make it the best example out there

[@plym1969]

To see a 2nd hand car dealer go to this much effort to sell a car is so refreshing. We all know the guys who would get it through the MOT and wait to sell it to an unaware naive car purchaser at £16k-£20k. This guy is restoring faith in the business with his channel.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Phillip Bayliss I Hope so. I could’ve cut corners but that wouldn’t have been right

[@tremaynemitchell2822]

bro... its a convertible. Not worth it. The SMG is trash.

[@blazingsaddle166]

That's a keeper if ever I saw one. Beautiful car but 15K seems a stretch tbh. Having said that, given the amount of work going into this motor probably makes it the best example on the road right now. I'll be interested to know what this goes for in the end. Also, I've just visited your web site and that Jaguar XF 3.0 TD V6 Premium Luxury 4dr looks pristine & it's only going for £5995.00! Have you reviewed that one yet? Edit: It appears you have - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ena2Y3-kosp6mrs

[@Larrylondon69]

This is why I buy on condition. FSH and just two owners...yet EML on and not running well with loads of other issues - a good owner would have attended to these issues...yes I own one.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I agree. People get too hung up on the ownership numbers and service records when its the actual condition of the car thats paramount

[@joedfazio]

I own an 02 M3 Convertible with 89,000 miles 6 spd manual. I bought it from the original owner in 2008 with 40,000 miles. There have been few problems in past 11 years. One cam sensor, one window regulator, fuel suction pump and fan speed controller. The Takata airbags were replaced under warranty. The engine was also replaced under warranty by original owner due to connection rod recall. With regular maintenance, It’s been a great car! Its always garaged, so there’s no Rust issues or UV damage. I can understand why prices are on the rise. I won’t be selling it soon.

[@Edmund_Mallory_Hardgrove]

Suggestion: Perhaps not on ALL your cars, but I do like this kind of series format on interesting cars. Cars like Jaguars, Land Rovers, BMWs, Mercedes Benz, Porsches, etc. It shows people what's involved in buying and properly sorting these cars. It will also do a great service for people who probably should listen to Scotty Kilmore and stick with Toyotas and Hondas.