Things You Should Know BEFORE Buying An E92 M3...

I've owned & daily driven my 2008 E92 M3 for a few months now, so what better time to produce a 'buyers guide' for anyone out there thinking of buying one.
Subscribe to hampshirephoto here: bit.ly/29XJyib
Visit my shop here: bit.ly/2ROYRuo
---
Music:
Epidemic Sound: player.epidemicsound.com/
---
What I use to make my videos:
Main Camera: amzn.to/2N92jhj
Back-Up Camera: amzn.to/2jg6Dl0
Microphone: amzn.to/2jmi5vK
Tripod: amzn.to/2jiUlbw
Drone: amzn.to/2iNVeoC
GoPro: amzn.to/2jk7lhl
Back-Up GoPro: amzn.to/2AwHcPH
Laptop: amzn.to/2jlrZNR
Editing Software: amzn.to/2AvwYin
---
You can also find me on:
Facebook - / hampshirephoto
Twitter - / hantsphoto
Instagram - / hampshirephotography
Snapchat - @lukepapworth
---
Thanks for watching! :-)

[@JohnSRR-lw4bx]

lol this is like the 1000th "Things you should know" video about the E92 M3 on youtube 😂

[@danstebbing92]

and yet I still want the Touring version 😍🤣🤣🤣

[@ntalomathebula8410]

Dude 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@3timezacharm505]

Lol I'll still be watching the 2000th one too

[@TheCommentator353]

Miserable twat

[@K06E]

It’s about to happen for me and I’m excited. I’m getting a baby to! 2012 coupe black on red interior DCT and the best part. Only 40k miles. I also have an M4 with 20k miles.

[@jonathonbrett-qn1ic]

What a wonderful car, I’m looking buy one and part ex my mint golf R32. Great video thank you

[@Assimilator1]

Rod bearings have been known to go before 60-70k, don't leave until then if you haven't done them. If the bearings have been changed for ones with bigger clearances, then they shouldn't need to be changed again. Nice car anyway😎

[@ylee5354]

Hi hope you enjoyed your Nando’s tonight with your two mates. Yeah that chilli jam is a bit hot gets me all the time too. Keep up with the great videos

[@NomadJRG]

Can't wait to see what the Government will put the road tax up to next year. It's the same £630 for my C63 but it's only just over £100 a liter lol! Thinking I might get one of these next.

[@robocop3059]

The bearings needs to be done once if you buy the right bearing.

[@jorehaast9887]

What exhaust is this and what mods has it?

[@richatkinson989]

They were no wear near 70-80k new, my 2009 e90 was 48k brand new plus options.

[@TimChump]

The road tax is a killer, was tempted to sell my m2 and get a e92, but the running costs are just too high 😅

[@seanpaul3050]

Yes the UK car tax system is totally illogical. You can buy newer cars with twin turbo V8s and the annual tax is much much less. I would have bought one of these but the unfair annual road tax stopped me. I refuse to give the UK government £630 every year for a classic car that will probably only do around 2-3000 miles per year. The government should do a discount scheme for cars that do a limited annual mileage.

[@Curtbag1999]

Road tax should be done on Mileage imo. Ridiculous that people who barely drive these cars are paying more than someone that’s sat in an old diesel doing 60k a year.

[@grahamhealy5171]

Wait until you try and tax one in Ireland, €1800 a year.

[@michaelfacchinetti6832]

In Italy 2.500€/year.. for a e92

[@seanpaul3050]

@Anonymous I am not from the US. I live in London. The Uk car tax system is illogical. There are newer cars pumping out more CO2 than the E92 M3 and yet they pay less tax per year. Also a 15 year old classic car should have a discount scheme based on the very limited mileage it will be doing in the vast majority of cases.

[@Carrera-gp9od]

You wouldnt lose any noise with a supercharger , they are belt driven so the exhaust would sound the same .

[@Assimilator1]

I would imagine you'd lose some induction roar though, wouldn't you?

[@thinomarthino]

So if you driving it every day how much money do tou spend on petrol bro ?

[@jasonboyle7203]

Been in one they felt brutal acceleration last of the NA love the Honda k20 just needed boosted being 2.0 No need for these v8 to be boosted really.

[@coltonburke5104]

The colour is Silverstone II Metallic (Two NOT Blue)

[@grahamhume8135]

These Cars where 50-65k depending on spec when new. Could only dream of that now lol Also I think these will drop a little more before seeing an eventual increase in value due to what I think will happen economically in the next year. But it's just a hunch.

[@Fijidummo]

Ya? I think they have already been starting to go up, atleast I’m Texas but it could just be because cars in all have had a spike in price

[@JF-ns5zs]

Closer to 80k fully loaded

[@aidanlee2871]

ah, rod bearings, a consumable item on the s65 and the s85...

[@Assimilator1]

Nope, not if bigger clearance bearings are fitted anyway.

[@Brad_M240i]

Was looking at a manual E92 M3 or a manual M240i just under a year ago as my main car, went with the M240i in the end as couldn't justify the TRIPLE price for insurance, hopefully in a couple years time I might make the swap, but absolutely in love with the B58, especially with the eventuri intake.

[@jldp24]

B58 is not close to this monster..it revs like a demon in the pits of hell..but the gas consumption is nuts..v8

[@GJB21]

What’s your average mpg throughout your ownership been?

[@BluffMunkey]

Dread to think what insurance is for somebody your age with this years renewal. Costs have gone insane this last year.

[@raidmss2320]

I fucking love this car 🔥❤️

[@ffabiomalheiros5082]

HI GOOD MORNING. Where did you buy that front bumper lip? Which brand? I appreciate your reply.

[@DaleSteel]

No EDC? I certainly thought you'd of gone for that. I was lucky with mine. 47k miles. Individual sound. Extended leather. EDC. DCT. Dream spec. Just got evolve straight through on.

[@jonathanparry7824]

EDC is only relevant if you plan on tracking it really

[@DaleSteel]

@@jonathanparry7824 not really. On uk roads its essential that's why they fetch more money with it.

[@Assimilator1]

@@DaleSteel I avoided EDC like the plague (and I track it occasionally), have you seen how much EDC shocks are!!?

[@DaleSteel]

@Assimilator1 they very rarely break so its not a issue. Nobody would avoid an extra that adds so much value to a car. Makes no sense.

[@Assimilator1]

@@DaleSteel Rarely isn't never, and yea it adds value, but don't forget the non EDC cars are cheaper to buy in the first place. I'm not bothered by the lack of edc, it handles just fine as it is, I'm not saying it's as good as the EDC cars of course. But it's fine by me.

[@Andrew-xz8yp]

Did you really put your hand on the glass to close the door at 1min 50 🤔😒

[@RonaldMercs]

I have seen almost all YT videos on this car by this point , i want one !!!!

[@Assimilator1]

Got one yet? 😁

[@boitshepodepsi9055]

Why did you use the indicator😭

[@Assimilator1]

🤣

[@stephenwilson2793]

“Things you should know” The E46 M3 GTR had a V8 🧐 Good video 👍🏻👍🏻

[@xmangle5382]

It was never available for public tho (fuck you porsche)

[@xmangle5382]

It was never available for public tho (fuck you porsche)

[@hiskyboy8971]

my best shape just that engine bmw mist a trick leaving it n/a 335i as way more going for it

[@danhall5761]

Wouldn’t sound half as good turbocharged? You haven’t driven one have you…

[@hiskyboy8971]

@@danhall5761 yea i just sold 1 for a f10 m5 but my old m140 was still faster than both but ngl i agree with the sound but when they pass you.... but when i sit in 1 on the motoway they do drone a lot

[@K06E]

@@hiskyboy8971 m140 faster than f10 m5? In what world 😂

[@Assimilator1]

Can you speak English? I don't understand you....

[@hiskyboy8971]

lol b58 mated to a pure800 world@@K06E

[@lefaseemane934]

That car neeeeds an EVENTURI Induction kit... with that exhaust note 🤞💯👌🇿🇦

[@Jord_E93_M3]

You won't be able to hear the Eventuri with that exhaust, so that's a pointless exercise.

[@lefaseemane934]

@@Jord_E93_M3 It would still complete the set up... what a crazy exhaust note hey 😱

[@ianpark3872]

You really need to change the wheels to something like CSL’s.

[@kierantilley2590]

The 18” wheels are actually really well regarded, ok they don’t look amazing but they offer much more comfort and grip than the 19”

[@Assimilator1]

@@kierantilley2590 How do they offer more grip when they'll have a slightly smaller contact patch?

[@kierantilley2590]

@@Assimilator1 bigger sidewall = more tyre bro

[@Assimilator1]

@@kierantilley2590 yea but bigger sidewall means more flexing, poorer handling (and yes better comfort), you'd only get more grip if the tyre was wider, which of course you could do with a 19" wheel. I have heard that smaller wheels will give slightly better acceleration and steering response due to them being lighter, but not better grip.

[@DrivingWithBen]

Things you should know: Don't 😂

[@therealaa24]

Things you should know: Do.

[@pauljames3514]

Need to grow up😊

[@MrSoulja171]

about to sell my specced E93 M3 lol

[@realmusicreallife]

They can't be 70 -80 grand in 2008 , no way

[@johnguidetti5839]

More like 55k

[@smutlee9143]

Got an invoice for 58 plate E93 of £69357.17 and loads more history on mine

[@Assimilator1]

Mine was between 55-60k

[@michaelfacchinetti6832]

In Italy only for road tax is 2.500€/year

[@Devrim283]

😳 how about Ferrari Lamborghini etc?

[@michaelfacchinetti6832]

@@Devrim283 7000€ Ferrari 458.. 🤦‍♂️

[@Devrim283]

@@michaelfacchinetti6832 mama mia 🙈

[@Devrim283]

@@michaelfacchinetti6832 mama mia 🙈

[@michaelfacchinetti6832]

@@Devrim283 😂… for example, an 500hp cost 1.300€ + another tax up 250cv called SUPERBOLLO -> 3700€.. so approximately 5000€/year.. after 5 years tax decrease a little

[@xXB3STI3B0YSXx]

the type of people looking to buy an e92 m3 in current climate arent the type of people who would watch this type of video xD no hate, rate the video

[@ianmannnnn6254]

£600 road tax!!!!!

[@incognito96]

Absolute money pit, get a BMW warranty to cover the cost yeah 200 a month. The car is alot of money for little performance.Stay away from them.Tiny petrol tank, were your local garage knows you by first name,

[@Assimilator1]

How is it a small tank when it holds 63lts? (or 61). Little performance? Get real!🤣

[@incognito96]

@@Assimilator1 if you owned one you would know. And you wouldnt be saying a silly comment like yours. Get real.

[@Assimilator1]

@@incognito96 I've owned my one for 4 years now, so yes I am being very real 😛. Only thing I've spent money on beyond wear and tear (brakes, tyres, servicing) is replacing the rod bearings and cam cover gaskets. So not such a money pit so far.

[@incognito96]

@@Assimilator1 then you know yourself , when the fuel bong comes on everytime. I know ive owned one as well. Rod bearings actuators bmw .warranty. road tax crap value for performance. Only good thing was the balance and noise.

[@Assimilator1]

@@incognito96 I agree they're thirsty (but the tank isn't small), especially compared to the more modern 6cyl DI turbo's, but I think that's pretty typical for a NA V8. Road tax is ridiculous, that's 1 reason why I SORN mine through the winter. Oh, and my car's actuators were done by the previous owner 👍

[@The_journeyy]

Us none BMW owners are watching like 👀

[@mabskha7917]

Well isnt this an original vid😆. But there isnt much you need too know other than 1. Utterly slow and most likely get destroyed by a mapped golf gtd or some bmw 140i driven by a pubescent teen 2. Fuel is just a joke, Tax is a joke 3. Performance parts are expensive unless you suck of Eventuri 😆 4. Did I mention that they are slow? 5. Rod bearing I'm sure there are more but yeah the car is just meh

[@Assimilator1]

Mapped Gold GTD?? Get real!🤣 And how is a 0-60 of 4.6s slow??🙄 2. Agreed, that's why they shouldn't be dailyed 3. Yep, so don't bother. 4. Utter BS 5. Yep, get them changed (once) with the right bearings.

[@tracktimevideos5164]

Main things anyone should know about these cars is that they are absolute moneypits and have little low down torque whilst having a very plain, dated interior.

[@areyouok6449]

The interiors in the next generation are actually a step down in build quality and materials from the E series, look at the early reviews. The interior design still looks fresh and timeless imo.

[@tracktimevideos5164]

@@mp1952 lol, regarded by who? Any lunk to any proof? They are far from a reliable engine and eat rod bearings regularly.

[@tracktimevideos5164]

@@areyouok6449 the interiors really don't look fresh at all. They are badly dated, including the seats and dashboard which look very early 2000s now.

[@areyouok6449]

​@@tracktimevideos5164 Perhaps fresh was the wrong word, but they have still aged well like the E46 and still a nice place to sit 15 years later if in good condition. The F80 interior is a bit generic in design like any other 1/2 series. E9x M3 also used top quality Novillo leather.

[@tracktimevideos5164]

@@mp1952 what are you on about? I never said they weren't collectable. There are millions of BMW fanboys so even an ugly 1series is collectable, the V8 however is not a reliable engine at all and as for them being 'drivers cars' .......far from it as standard as they are so heavy.

[@leevweleevwe4813]

The only thing you need to know is don’t buy the E92 M3. Either buy the M4 or the M2

[@ben2155]

So many end up coming back to the E9X 😂 F80 is rapid but has no soul.

[@al3x.drives]

They both need a silly amount of work to be considered a drivers car... The e92 m3 is a drivers car straight from the factory

[@user-wz4fw2ws1s]

@@al3x.drives how so? F87 is widely regarded as a drivers car..

[@al3x.drives]

@@user-wz4fw2ws1s all true M cars are NA. The F series is when M division went down hill. It’s a nice car don’t get me wrong but it’s in a completely different category to the e92. Not as raw, doesn’t handle as well, response is completely different. Everything after the e92 was for the usual business man that liked cars too. It’s not an enthusiast car IMO 🤷‍♂️ now if you build the m2 for the track then yeah it passes the vibe check

[@pistonpoweruk]

@@al3x.drives plus the s65 was the last bespoke M3 engine.

[@brettsmith4497]

Things you should know 1● They are a massive waste of money. The End.

[@JC_46]

The B7 RS4 is the better car.