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

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[@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

[@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

[@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 👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@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.

[@DjNikGnashers]

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

[@HighPeakAutos]

Nik Gnashers Thanks for watching!

[@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 👍🏻

[@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 :)

[@pins69]

Great car & Great Vid...had a e46 M3 a few years ago...good to see there’s still love out there for them!

[@tyronegaa]

Your videos are very good mate, very relaxed style

[@HighPeakAutos]

tyronegaa Cheers 😬

[@peterlemonjello1626]

Great video - all the info and details - good luck!

[@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!

[@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.

[@FRANCOTORO]

Loving your honesty. Thanks

[@HighPeakAutos]

FRANCOTORO Cheers! I thought a problem shared is a problem halved 😂

[@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 :)

[@grahamc4418]

Excellent update, real world action! Amazed these cars fetch so much but the demand must be strong and they could keep going up

[@HighPeakAutos]

Graham C I’m amazed too to be honest. I might end up keeping it

[@grahamc4418]

@@HighPeakAutos hard to forecast the classic car market but got to be safer than bitcoin and better than money in the bank :) Good luck and look forward to your next review / update

[@JonJon-dk3nh]

Good to see it being sorted properly. Thanks for the video 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Cheers!

[@woodgeorge1]

It's good to see some one making a once great car back into a great car looking forward to the next chapter

[@HighPeakAutos]

george wood Cheers! I love getting something like this back to its former glory

[@williamfence566]

Great vid especially as it shows the passion ( and £'S) you put into a car to get the best re sale. I've always been a paper records,especially if the money was spent at a main dealer, as the reason to purchase second hand regardless of the mileage and age . Good maintenance and preventative is everything. Hope the bills reduce a bit and the mark up for sale is achieved.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I agree! I'm enjoying the process to be honest too :)

[@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!

[@Positiveminds511]

Good video mate, I own a 330ci vert & get scared when something goes wrong because I know the amount on the bill is always not nice to receive, but it’s a beautiful e46 m3 hope you get everything done & end up keeping it as not much can replace it !

[@robertwilliams-gg1zq]

Keep up the great clips. Love your content.

[@HighPeakAutos]

robert williams Thanks for watching!

[@TACTICALTURNIP]

Love the videos mate, I always enjoy watching them.

[@HighPeakAutos]

AnonymousGamr Thanks! I appreciate it

[@khizarahmed7223]

Keep doing wat ur doing big fan

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! :)

[@jgtemperton]

You're a good lad giving that lovely old thing a new life. Sometimes its about more than the money. Difficult I know when there's a business to run.

[@HighPeakAutos]

jgtemperton Thanks! That’s right. I got a bit carried away with this one. I’ll explain in the next video haha

[@Shane-zx4ps]

Your videos and very informative honest and straight forward I really enjoy them. Keep buying cars and entertaining us petrolheads

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching :)

[@archechme]

Glad to see the release of this video. This car looks like a minter!

[@HighPeakAutos]

archechme thanks for watching! It will so once it’s done 😬

[@guvna6520]

Cant wait to see the finished product.

[@nelsonr32]

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

[@WestVanGarage]

Love the series, keep on going with it! I recently got one as well in a 6 Speed manual for cheap, and it needs some work. Diff needs to be replaced, and the clutch has maybe 20k km of life left. The soft-top also won't open, and since its a 2001, rod bearings may need to be replaced since there's no record of that being done.... It's a project car, but given its state and price, you don't feel as bad putting miles on it and enjoying it, as you would a low mileage clean example.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! I love them :)

[@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

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

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

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@christophernewman5027]

Thanks for another cracking upload. 😊

[@HighPeakAutos]

Christopher Newman Thanks for watching 😉

[@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 😉

[@fenwanderermiller]

Good vid, I also use main dealers for my wildtrak for servicing, at least it's done properly, and hopefully looks good on service book when I sell 👍😀😎

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats right. I try and do that with all my cars of this kind of value

[@scotty8011]

Top video keep em coming 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

scotty 80 Cheers!

[@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 :)

[@barryeaton8868]

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

[@newbeginnings8566]

You're a good man doing good things... You'll get your reward... Lovely car and hope you find that buyer.. He can see the videos before negotiation....

[@HighPeakAutos]

I'm trying to restore this one to its former glory and make it the best one out there

[@brianfowler1879]

Superb video as usual 👍🏻

[@HighPeakAutos]

Brian Fowler Cheers 😉

[@liquidgroove]

Great video. Enjoying this series. I’ve always been interested in being a car trader - but have been put off by not being mechanically minded. Thought it would be the only way to save on margins. Would really appreciate your insight with this. On how to get started. Best practices etc. Thanks for your content 💫

[@HighPeakAutos]

I wouldn't recommend it. It's a thankless job. Theres a living to be made but that's about it. I only got involved because I'm a car nerd

[@christianolsson834]

Really good video! The attitude that it’s worth repairing an old classic.. I like that very much. 👍 very eco friendly keeping cars running for a very long time My last car, a Jag S-type was like this. Very good condition apart from some costly repairs. I got it at bargain price and poured some money into it (£2000) and it’s a real joy to drive. And I’ve checked the condition on every small thing. So now it’s restored for the next 15-20 years. Money pits become money pits when people stop taking care of their cars every need. The Jag is my daily (it’s done 200000 miles now) and is in perfect condition rust and mechanical. I always find it in car parks and getting tons of looks and compliments. Among these new aggressive styled “Darth Vader” cars I think it’s beautiful! 😃

[@HighPeakAutos]

I totally agree with you. Its far better for the environment than buying a brand new hybrid car :)

[@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.

[@funda298]

Seems like an honest place to buy a used car from! Good video. Any idea when valve clearances were last done? Not sure if you used independant specialists who have the shim kits? It's part of the inspection 2 I believe. Needs doing. I had two E46 M3 and miss them both. Both SMG. Loved it! Although second one needed new SMG pump!

[@stevie007]

A brilliant and honest video Matt 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 An old experienced head on young shoulders I would say. 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌 Steve.

[@HighPeakAutos]

stevie 007 Cheers steve! I always have had unfortunately 😂

[@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 👍🏻

[@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

[@PS-si7hn]

I had this exact car in the US except it had a 6 speed... it was wonderful, reliable and great fun.....sold it for a 2017 Jaguar F Type R... but I do miss the M3. This is a great review and very accurate and honest... I would buy this car again in a heartbeat! Thanks again for a great video!!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching! What do you think of the F Type?

[@PS-si7hn]

High Peak Autos love the jaguar... raw power and truly a beast.... not desperately sophisticated.... misses some of the basic safety features.... accident avoidance.... lane control....adaptive cruise control etc but it is an extreme vehicle and fun....reliable so far....highly petrol inefficient but who cares!

[@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

[@paulefc1971]

Careful or people will expect a mini series on more of your cars 😂 nice to be kept up to date though and great work 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha thats true. Thanks for watching :)

[@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

[@williamoakes664]

Interesting video...keep it up! 👍🏼

[@HighPeakAutos]

William Oakes Thanks!

[@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 😬

[@jamesbartlett5005]

A classic. U should keep it and enjoy the Bavarian engineering after all your hard work. Keep the videos coming, I like your no b/s style👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! I may end up keeping it :)

[@zzhughesd]

And yesterday a Z4 2.2i charmed me. What a sweetheart on a low mileage 0404. Reminded me of a small engine mk1 Boxster. Great. Even as a manual felt better than other bmw manuals and my own non trade manual m140i on 5000 miles never use. Free fuel in whatever is my daily, you know!!!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Exactly !

[@gilesl]

good to see you are doing it right, should make a really nice car for someone once finished

[@HighPeakAutos]

I think I might keep it

[@advancelast1740]

Great vid - thanks

[@HighPeakAutos]

First And Last Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@adambeaver1749]

Great vid as usual! I'm similar with my 2008 Mk2 Audi TTS. Bought it about 2k under book value and have spent about £3k getting it up to scratch....base car had FSH....and so far it's been great 15 months on! Biggest single bill was £700 for 2 rear shocks....the price you pay for Magride I guess! 🙄🙄 Love the M3....looks ace 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Adam Beaver Were in a similar boat then! Thanks for watching 😉

[@saudade2745]

Nice motor, fair play to you on spending the cash to do things properly. Im currently doing similar to my 330ci in prep for sale. Wish I could use experts but a 2k sale price as opposed to 15k on m3, it's a good job I can use a spanner as had to do similar for around £350 minus tyres. Unreal what a garage charges for parts, let alone labour. When you said £90 for a reverse sensor plus fitting, I died.

[@pussygalore5947]

Very surprised to hear that you don't have an certified mechanic at your dealership, or at least someone to source used parts online - like the mirror glass and switches.

[@mrgoodkat3722]

Kudos to you Matt for taking on the M3 project,I like many others feel(I am sure)that it will be all worth it and you will end up with a keeper and definitely a rising value classic.As always I look forward to you videos regardless of content,all the best mate.👍🏻

[@HighPeakAutos]

Cheers! Thanks for watching. I've enjoyed doing this project

[@kurtgoar519]

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.

[@Interisti2506]

Great review buddy, like I said in my last comments that I owned one on 04 plate, I wish i never sold it. You only have to stand back once all is done and admire what a beautiful car the M3 is. It has personality and class I would not sell it. Prices are very good for parts on this performance car as I said last time my Audi RS4 Avant was day light robbery for parts all four corners pads & discs £2400.00. I will look for to your next review.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! I think I might keep it :)

[@coastalrider1155]

Look at it This way mate your selling a nice cared for car that’s had everything done right most used car sales would of got basics fixed and a dummy mot and went for maximum profit you have gained a sub looking forward to more videos keep up the good work mate

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching. Profit doesn't really matter sometimes. I would rather give this M3 the attention it deserves :)

[@coastalrider1155]

If your near Scotland I will give it a detail and a ceramic coating from Mayvinci

[@Biorbboy]

wicked videos, nice presenting skills also!!!!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! :)

[@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!

[@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

[@tremaynemitchell2822]

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

[@annkeville8355]

Great vlog nice one

[@HighPeakAutos]

Cheers!

[@nirodha35]

Cheer up! You're almost there :-)

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha yes nearly!

[@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 :)

[@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.

[@peterthwaites5891]

Love your honesty...A lot of hard work and cash outlay just to hopefully earn yourself £1000 ish profit, but you`ll have some fun driving it to compensate those frowns....

[@HighPeakAutos]

Yeah thats true. I enjoy the project to be honest. Its not always about the profit :)

[@ericgeorge5483]

What I love about you is that you nurture your cars and don't sell on crap.

[@rash_M]

Great vid definately an eye opener with regards to maintenance. Would love to get an e46 m3 but the costs is a let down. Had the 330ci version with the same sort of spec and they are great cars.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Rashed Miah I’ve had several 330’s and they’re great too

[@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.

[@BionicRusty]

I really do applaud you. Being so open like this is like a breath of fresh air. I bet you even call back when you say you will don’t you? 😂 I have a real love of cars and you’re doing something that would be my dream job. I know I’d be good at it because I have pedantic nature like you (this a compliment btw😃). My problem is I don’t have the bottle to crack on. You’re gonna give Mike Brewer a run for his money here. 😂 All the best of luck to you. I’m following your ‘adventures’ with real interest. 👍👍👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! I'm enjoying fixing up this M3 to be honest, so profit doesn't really matter as much with something like this. Thanks for watching :)

[@BionicRusty]

High Peak Autos. That’s a great outlook. 👍

[@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

[@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.

[@Trollin-Trio5321]

Not tedious mate. I think your doing a brave thing diving into that M3 but worth doing as I am big fan of the M3 just cant afford one lol but for those that are looking to do the same then very informative as to costs likely problem areas. Great video mate.

[@HighPeakAutos]

PAUL FLANAGAN Cheers! I was a bit worried about doing a ‘money’ episode but thought it was necessary

[@Trollin-Trio5321]

@@HighPeakAutos nah mate keep on what your doing, as I said brave with the M3 but most people are wanting to know what it takes to own these cars, me especially as I have a young family but don't want to have the usual boring boxes so it's good to know real time pitfalls so thanks for that.

[@RK-fn4dz]

Great vid

[@HighPeakAutos]

Robbie K Cheers

[@ThePianoCentre]

Brilliant , thanks 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

david kenyon thanks for watching!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 ;)

[@tcaudiobooks737]

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

[@HighPeakAutos]

Tom Tom I’ll check them out

[@simonupex2628]

Nobody has ever said M3s are cheap to run, you took it on the chin with the bills and you know you'll make a good bit of profit when you come to sell it on. Good work and good content. Regards Simon.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Simon Upex Cheers Simon! I’m enjoying the project and sometimes it’s not all about the profit 😉

[@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

[@robc5955]

Wow that's a lot of hassle for a potential 2k profit. Good luck, hope the new owner looks after it.

[@IRISHDM3]

Great to see an original car being given the love that it needs. Have you had the boot floor/subframe inspected? Apparently its a serious issue on the E46 M3. Mine is a cabrio like yours, a couple of years older with higher mileage and last it was checked it was fine but the ones that start to go can result in big bills.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Dan Steen Cheers! I’ve had this checked out and it was all fine thankfully

[@raine231278]

I think you should mint it, then give it to me in a competition where only I am in the comp lol!! My precious!!!! Haha

[@bossman8681]

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

[@adamanderson2178]

Don’t know if you know but it’s got a recall due on it . Great channel 👍😎

[@HighPeakAutos]

adam anderson I’ll get that checked out. Cheers 👍🏻

[@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 :)

[@syburton8662]

Great video (as always) really interesting to see the full ins and outs of bringing a classic like this up to your standard. Are you refurbing the wheels as standard, or doing something different (and tasteful lol) it's just diamond cut wheels are notorious for carroding!...

[@HighPeakAutos]

Sy Burton Thanks! I personally like originality so I’m going to get them diamond cut. Hopefully they’ll be good for many years before they start going again

[@syburton8662]

@@HighPeakAutos yes I can understand that, and she will look better original. Looking forward to the next installment.

[@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

[@slybear8459]

Keep it - looks stunning ,

[@HighPeakAutos]

Sly Bear I might do 😉

[@nigelvickers6395]

Are the front wings rotten if not I would take the wheel arch liners out and wax oil inside the wing , p.s. check the rear arches for rust .

[@WayneRambo]

Well done, This is what I would expect on a car like this! Wait & see what the fuel bill is . Good luck

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks. Cant wait to get it back out again

[@WayneRambo]

@@HighPeakAutos Hiya, Thanks again for doing all these videos on different cars , we talk the same about cars and think the same ! Again well done mate 😎

[@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.

[@ssd1874]

Cheers for the updates had 520d 09 plate for 7 years now servicing bits and bobs total £2000 low annual miles but bargain motoring