Watch This Before You Buy An E9X M3...

[@ThicWhips]

LINK TO E92 M3 REBUILD SHEET: tinyurl.com/2h5ktwdw MODIFICATIONS FROM ALL OF MY BUILDS: www.thicwhips.com All of my Wheel & Tire Setups: tinyurl.com/yyftysns

[@MrCarSounds]

E92 M3 owner of 3 years myself. Didn't get the hype when buying the car, and every year since owning it, I am more and more convinced that this is the BEST car you can buy for the money. Does everything right when set up correctly. Maintaining isn't cheap but also is not very frequent. Best sounding, looking and driving BMW in my opinion. Great video

[@pavelsidor]

How much have you spent on maintenance? I’m looking for manual but DCT is cheaper

[@iamshevanel]

@@pavelsidor Any e9x you buy you have to do rod bearings unless done by a reputable shop that's handled this replacement frequently. DCT is honestly better having owned both, the manual gear ratios are bad and the DCT doesn't feel outdated even in 2024 standards tbh.

[@dylan-nguyen]

⁠@@iamshevanelcoming from an N54 E90 335i manual to M2c DCT, I 100% miss changing gears myself I will likely never sell my M2c but I’m looking for another manual and an E92 M3 is on my short list I wish I could’ve bought my M2c before production stopped so I could’ve ordered a manual, but I literally got one of the last M2c in California

[@vonfragyou]

Your M3 has turned out so nice. Amazing how you transform the car from tired to fresh again. Enjoy your ride!

[@ThicWhips]

Thanks! Will do!

[@rogerone7387]

As a owner of a 2010 E92 BMW your more than right. Other than lambo,, or a Ferrari the BMW is the car for a middle budget but loves luxury sport cars. This car is incredibly, the ultimate driving machine. Once you drive a hydraulic power steering car, with in road touch you will never go back again..bro great channel.

[@ThicWhips]

Thanks for watching man!

[@galvuh]

just got my 08 e92 m3 with 68k miles a couple months ago :D all ive done is my bearings, and now im broke! yay!

[@JamilioQ]

how much wwre the bearings cost and labor ?

[@rubenduran86]

As a street car. It would be nice to have recaro sportster in red to match the rest of the interior. The pole positions are cool I think the sportster will look way better on the E92. Your car is beautiful by the way. Love it

[@paulhelden]

The M3 E92, for me, is one of the most beautiful cars ever made

[@ThicWhips]

I agree

[@damascus-ut1ee]

The dual X pipes (or long merge X pipes) sound so good on these. I agree with you on the cats too. Also for what its worth, with the LCI nav units, you can add apple car play to it and retain 100% stock navigation functions and screens. Or with any OEM nav setup (Pre-LCI or LCI) you can get some apple/android car play units that also retain 100% stock navigation functions and screens.

[@wrldinmypsalms]

Intro’s just keep getting better and better, glad I been here since almost the beginning!

[@ThicWhips]

I appreciate that!

[@lMlIlKlE8D]

You should change your driveshaft when you’re doing the transmission work. The one piece carbon driveshaft from euroconnex was one of the biggest change for buck mod I did. I’m sure it’ll do wonders for the manual trans.

[@ThicWhips]

Good call, I’ll look into this!

[@A4rings110]

Can you give us some more detail on how it changed the feel of the car? id love to hear it! thanks!

[@matthewjamez]

​@@A4rings110I'll 2nd that 🙏

[@megaprimegamer1184]

F

[@pank0ne]

Man this has to be one of the most beautiful e92's on internet. Great job!

[@mkvB58KING]

I know the carbon roof is preferred on M models but damn do I love me a sunroof.

[@theobadimo9011]

"...regardless of the car, maintenance is a real thing...." Love this car and again I like the fact that you mentioned the fact that people can say they did the rod bearings but its good to do them yourself to be safe than sorry. I will Soon buy this car.

[@theregoesmiller389]

FINALLY ! ! ! ! A E92 M3 WITHOUT A DAMN CARBON ROOF ! !

[@boostedhatch3]

I just sold my manual e36 3/4/5 and my manual e46m. Both very clean cars but i wanted the e92 experience. The replacement is a frozen silver DCT e92M and it’s only been three days and I’m absolutely in love

[@homanmaster]

Cleanest M3 E92 in the Charlotte area for sure!

[@maxdorfman432]

In history

[@B58luja23]

When I heard entire maintenance my excitement to buy this car faded😭but it will come back because this is the life we chose

[@redgumm2337]

Bro same!! I was so excited😭

[@bernardbarbour]

This by far is one of the best M3's with tasteful mods. Subscribed! I also have a 2008, 6MT, Single hump and love it. I haven't done any mods but had been searching to find out what I wanted to. Your car stood out as what I should and will aspire to with my car. Thanks.

[@ThicWhips]

Thanks for the sub!

[@im-killian]

I just got a 320d 2010 e92 M3. Just about to start the maintenance on it and the shocks are gone so suspension is the first thing to do. Great video and really usefull Google Sheet!

[@solidsoulart]

I drive a ‘21 M2 Comp in Manual and love it. I previously had the OG M2 Coupe in DCT which was definitely fun especially at Stage 2+ but after a year I just got bored of it and regretted not having a manual. FF to today and I don’t plan on parting with the M2C anytime soon. Just drive what you like.

[@theBerserkerGC]

Youre attention to detail with youre own car and its build/ mods is awe inspiring. What a phenominal job and i love to see someone nerding out about their car

[@benclement7569]

Only do the carbon shaft from Matt at euroconnex. I’ve heard horror stories of poor balancing from other companies. If you want to keep stock driveshaft the U joint isn’t serviceable even if people tell you it can be rebuilt. Do the diff CV joint and Guibo and you’re fine. Get new bolts for the diff of course.

[@joshhdtx]

Daily drove my M3 for over a year now, and I try to make up excuses just to take the car out and enjoy it. 30k miles in a year and she runs just as good as the first day I bought her. Of course everything needs maintenance, but almost everything is DIY capable.

[@johnanderson2711]

Soo clean i love it . I have the carbon rear bumper extensions to tie in with side skirts and lip if you don't like the diffusers

[@ThicWhips]

Right on

[@johnanderson2711]

​@ThicWhips btw the intro montage got me hyped , do sick

[@divontayswing6900]

Badass intro on the e92. Love it

[@ThicWhips]

Appreciate it!

[@Neverworry21]

@@ThicWhipswhat camera / lens does that guy use?🔥🔥

[@swift__]

This is one of the nicest, best looking, refreshed e92 M3’s on KZbin… so so good🤜🏻🤛🏻🤘🏻

[@GoodGuyMatty]

This man is completing every BMW questline

[@ThicWhips]

😂 I’m doing my best

[@barrijm]

Yo are leaving Cingular the dream! Appreciate the video and channel. As an e90 6MT owner I can say it’s amazing to have this engine and that transmission in this car. Smiles for miles that exceed any other car out there!

[@jaysnyder7367]

Beautiful e92 M3. I have a 2009 e92 M3 in Jerez Black. Did you do the ZHP shift knob yourself? I REALLY want to do that in my car. I’m guessing an upholstery shop could do it. I want to use the M5 knob so it still illuminates.

[@CGrantMusic1]

My favorite bmw ever. This chassis sold me on the brand. Bravo man 🫡

[@ThicWhips]

Yessir! Thanks 🤙🏽

[@brianthatsthename]

That build is so beautiful 😤

[@Chadwin6626]

Nailed it, with those wheels and colour!

[@jdmfl0w]

Very clean M3. I am looking into getting one in the near future 😊

[@ThicWhips]

You should!

[@divontayswing6900]

Do it. I just got one a couple weeks ago. 2013 m3 e92. Alpine white. Best car I've had.

[@jdmfl0w]

@divontayswing6900 Have to work on my business first but I sure will as a weekend warrior 💪

[@quincylinder9738]

@@ThicWhipsit just makes me sad how expensive they got. If I would been born 4 years earlier I woulda got this car for like 20k. Now they are all north of 30 and sometimes 50 for 2013 ones like what are these guys smoking?

[@Akac3sh]

It scares me that I want one of these so bad man. I’m 20 as of now. I would only be able to afford one comfortably after I graduate college with my career but by that time 2027 ish most e9xs will be 6 figure mileage +. really feeling like I might miss this generation of bmw

[@ThicWhips]

You’ll get there man!

[@mercym0b]

By that time, you might find one that someone is selling with low ish miles. A lot of people out there like to keep low miles. Plus you can always just fix everything if it needs to. With these cars, you should expect to spend a lot just to keep it running properly

[@Dynamics99]

One day I want to own one but this market is deadly right now. Currently rebuilding my n55 motor after I undertorqued rod cap 1 and it shot through the oil pan. Want to keep the e92 335i but also add the E92 M3 stripper spec to my collection.

[@B58luja23]

Agreed it’s not about the numbers with this car you buy it for those exact reasons you listed💯

[@Peanutdenver]

If you're going for a short shift kit(non-oem)Garagistic has one that highly adjustable and self centering that's brilliant. It will cost you some coin, but I loved mine when I had a E92 M3C.

[@ThicWhips]

Thanks for sharing!

[@j.3854]

You do an excellent job narrarating the overall car. Keep it up. 😊

[@DaddychiLL6]

Man this always been my dream car recently bought a 328i for my first bmw 2011 previous owner replaced most things 😂 love that thing can’t wait to get this tho but they definitely taxin for no reason

[@Just_Drivers_Cars]

Your done an amazing job! Can’t wait to build mine!

[@ThicWhips]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@rneoman]

Exactly what do you mean by build? Lowering springs and a set of rims is not building.

[@ramolokikhanye9122]

Man you really love this car🎉 very informative video as well

[@acebrometheus6]

Did you notice any difference after adding the H&R sway bars? Thinking of getting them for my 340i but don’t want them to be a useless mod

[@ThicWhips]

My e92 came with them, but I did add them to my m2 and it definitely makes a difference

[@gregorythomas4470]

I also own an e92 manual. This is the car that finally pushed me to abandon BMW. I’ve owned the e36 M3, the e46 M3 and this. All were nightmares to own. My current e92 is imho one of the crappiest builds to ever reach the market by any manufacturer. I honestly don’t know how anyone can criticize Italian car reliability when cars like this and the 996 Porsche 911 exist!

[@wawerua96]

That phone position works so well..... esp for maps

[@herbyjoseph9042]

very inspiring - Thanks for putting this video together

[@ThicWhips]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lueluc8522]

How long can you leave the car wrapped? Like the color. Thanks

[@rickeybanks7378]

A quality wrap can last a couple years if taken care of.

[@dkv674]

How do you like the H & R sway bars? Did you notice a difference after installing them?

[@mxrrss]

If you’re not able to spend more after the purchase price than what you would spend with any other car, don’t recommend. If you have a budget to play with and can afford it’s maintenance 1000% recommended. My only advice is to make sure you find a good euro shop near you bc BMW (where I live at least) charges 200/hour for labor. Make sure to have knowledge on the car’s rod bearings before purchase, will you need to swap them/have they been swapped already, and (not saying it’s guaranteed) EXPECT and at least account for the fact that you might need to have your gaskets replaced (valve cover, head, and oil filter housing). It’s definitely not just a cheap get in and never think about anything car. Honestly though they’re amazing cars that have so much personality and provide an amazing experience, there’s nothing else like in the price range they’re in

[@ravszee]

such a beautiful chasis. widebody kit would be unreal

[@ericrudni9809]

It would be unrealrly dumb

[@JoeNguyen-w8m]

Now that you've had both transmissions for the E9x platform. Which do you prefer? MT or AT?

[@viper22jc]

You need to make sure you check the rod bearings every 30k miles on those v8 engines. They go bad just like the V10 engines. Just letting you know before you get surprised. Thats the thing I hated about having my v10 m6.

[@ThicWhips]

ONLY on stock bearings. Upgraded bearings with more clearance should be fine for 75k plus miles.

[@jeff346]

Question. If a m3 that already has a bad rod bearings , do I just simply replace them or does it requires some engine works ?

[@sharduljagtap6521]

You won't know if it has worn* rod bearings unless you run a Blackstone Oil Analysis for metal shavings in the oil. Then you can evaluate whether you should replace them or PM it or leave them alone.

[@chuckm8143]

Awesome build. After installing the valvetronic full exhaust, did you have to tune out any CEL?

[@ThicWhips]

Nope! No cel on my end

[@chuckm8143]

@@ThicWhips Thats a big sell for buying the valvetronic system then! thanks

[@MickeyGlover]

Id rather have a e90/e92 m3, they sound so good.

[@federicodonadio5624]

Man! Really good taste! IN LOVE, MY DREAM CAR SO FAr!

[@whitenoise5161]

Great vid. Anyone buying an E9X M3 with a DCT gearbox should expect to have to replace the DCT oil pan and gasket at some point. My DCT sprung a massive leak out of nowhere last year. The plastic oil pans just tend to fail after time, not an uncommon problem. Had a full fluid flush done with new filters, gasket and oil pan. Mechanically the DCT boxes are solid and reliable and really fun if you do a GTS tune.

[@ThicWhips]

Yup that’s a good point, and very common on dct models!

[@MickeyGlover]

When and if I get one, I want a manual, I miss driving stick.

[@RandomLuckk]

so is the dct on the m3 fairly reliable as long as you keep up on the fluid ? i’ve heard it can be very expensive to replace..

[@whitenoise5161]

@@RandomLuckk Yes they are reliable, aside from having leaky oil pans. They are a Getrag made transmission and mechanically they are good. Good idea to have a fluid flush done every 50,000 KMs or so (30,000 miles). But yes, more expensive to fully replace a DCT than manual transmission. But I really haven' t heard of many cases where these DCTs fail completely.

[@johnsalchichon4822]

Any reason you chose turner Motorsport vs eventuri for the plenum ?

[@Wns2n_t]

Thank for the silent shout out brother..😊 Again, awesome content bro.. i enjoyed it..👌

[@ThicWhips]

I appreciate you brotha!

[@TimeisReel]

Thank you for that. It one of the most comprehensive what to look for, out there. It really helps in my decision process...👍

[@ThicWhips]

Glad it was helpful!

[@youtubekangxi48]

Like mine, looks like urs didnt have the Mdrive. Would you look to retrofit it for the MDM modes etc?

[@MrBoostedk20]

frozen grey wrap, which company makes it? i went through many videos and coudnt find the answer :P

[@Jay4yoursenses]

The biggest flex 💪 is the 911 cupholders 🤓😂😂😂

[@PackersareBoss]

Other than the 40k I dropped in, it’s stock

[@ThicWhips]

$40k???? 😂😂

[@jspavlu]

Sarcasm? Lol so true "Didn't really do much to it" -Did SO much to it! However absolutely beautiful car I am jealous.

[@Orange_____]

Which e92 is this? Because every one I find has the dash with the GPS. Which e92 comes without the screen on the dash?

[@harpinc]

Kershaw!! Haven’t seen CMP in a while. Good video

[@threadoflife]

I’m looking at picking one of these up very good condition 2008 M3 E92 Manual with carbon fiber hood for 30-35k 115k miles, it was also just supercharged. Is that a decent deal?

[@chopper8511]

Did you have to replace the rubber liner on the rear window? If so, what site?

[@ThicWhips]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/apWqaYRpm6ikj6c

[@MrSoremuscles]

If i could only own one e9x m3, dct or 6mt? I've seen arguments where people say dct is perfectly geared for this motor. Im big on a 6mt though...

[@ThicWhips]

It’s a very tough answer. But for everyday all around, I’d prob lean dct

[@degree393]

How did you get the Kith bmw floor mats??

[@ThicWhips]

They are g series, but they fit f and e

[@ezequielvega7820]

I need a wallpaper of this car!! 3440 x 1440 compatible lol

[@frederickhalljr8947]

HEY HOW MUCH DID UR ROD JOB COST, THANKS BRO

[@bimmerlife5452]

bro whats this wrap color frozen matt Gray

[@CameronLocker]

Wow I have an e90 sedan manual with 102K on it and none of that needs to be done even taking it to the Seattle BMW dealership for a few things. Other than fluids and the throttle initiators which wasn't cheap, after 8 years of having it, none of that and have had everything done to spec for the eight years I have had it.

[@CameronLocker]

And valve covers pardon...

[@JosephSamsor]

Rod hearings are a known failure on these cars. Get them checked or swapped, adds value anyway.

[@gabemartinez1012]

Is the e90 going to keep going up in price? Saw that even hight milage ones are bit expensive.

[@ThicWhips]

Idk about up but I think they will hold in value

[@deebee68]

Very clean

[@artcruz5603]

🔥 🔥 thank you for that awsome m3 review! Someday i will own one! for now ill enjoy my e90 330i :)

[@ThicWhips]

Thank you!

[@aaronwonder2767]

how did u get the front brakes on?

[@ThicWhips]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIKbhZhnoL56m80

[@Xccord]

Idk what to get for my next car im stuck between a e9x m3 or a f8x m3 any suggestions?

[@abrahamg3354]

I have both. I find that people want to buy my e92 m3 more and my f80 was my investment!🥲 I find e92 m3 more engaging and the driver is in control of everything. If the driver want all power, the e92 m3 instantly does it. F80 needs a few mili seconds to get what you want. Also, the f80 requires more driver input to handle where as the e92 feels direct and natural. Anyways, the f80 looks more aggressive but the e92 looks more sleek and sporty. They both look modern but with their own style. Idk what I prefer but I notice I drive my e92 more since it's more direct and engaging, instant power, comfortable, and better higher seating position.

[@abrahamg3354]

Now, if you get e92 m3. Get 2011+ with Bluetooth and competition pack for the 19 inch wheels, dct software, suspensions and other stuff I guess. For the f80, get 2016+. Get competition pack for lightweight seats, 666m wheels, louder exhaust and I guess other goodies. Also make sure you have the executive pack aswell because the headlights with that pack makes a world of difference in looks.

[@Xccord]

@@abrahamg3354 thank you for the input bro appreciate it i love the way the e92 sounds but they r so slow compared tk other cars in the same tier so im not too sure. Are both ur cars dct? Bc i lowkey wanted to get it stick but i heard that those cars better with the dct

[@Xccord]

@@abrahamg3354 n what do u do for work bro how are u able to afford both of my dream cars lmaoo tryna get like u fr

[@abrahamg3354]

@Xccord ok, first the speed and second dct. So first, the e92 m3, when warmed up, the thing instantly goes fast that it your head snaps back to the seat like if a magnet turns on with the flip of a switch. The engine revs to 8500 and as you go up the Rev band the car feels like its going overdrive because peak HP is at the end of the Rev band. Every shift you do it feels like it goes faster and faster where as other cars, while you go faster, you'd feel the power get weaker through the Rev band. Yes torque is low BUT you have torque on all the Rev band while other cars you lose torque mid rpms. This car IS fast. It really is. It loves to Rev and I feel that these engines thank you for that. Just like I say, a redline a day keeps the technician away. As for DCT, both my m3s are DCT because the e92 was built around that. It was meant for that. The dct is the top ten fastest shifting trans in the world. The downshift sounds so good above 2500 rpm and the upshifts feel so satisfying as they kick your whole body back. I love the DCT. However, for these cars, their is no downsides to either transmission - well maybe. The manual, while it makes you feel more engaged to the car, it makes it sluggish in performance. The car will be slow because of the time it takes to change gears. The drag times are noticeable. People love you for DCT and those same people love you for manual as well cause they're both fun and reliable. For f80, the dct feel more jerky on standing starts when casually cruising. I've also noticed that applying above 85% of throttle makes the car want to chirp the wheels. I think the rest of the throttle was meant for full power for drifting and sliding - I remember reading something about it being for telling the car you want to slide and stuff. You apply full throttle when you're already going - I guess 2nd or 3rd gear. Both cars have the same DCT, it's just that they're different in software tunes/behavior. People can talk dump on either cars on either trans but people need time to get to know the car and how it handles. They both are fun, and both need to be driven differently to understand its performance and characteristics.

[@Assimilator1]

Oversize bearings? I think you meant undersize bearings to give you oversize clearances 😉 Interesting to hear about the fuel sender unit, that's a new one to me. What's the advantage of having studded hubs instead of bolts? Or did you just have to do that for the wider(?) wheels? Oh and your car looks fantastic! 😎 Love the wrap colour!

[@ThicWhips]

Studs allow me to easily change or re-mount wheels without having to line up and insert lugs all at once. Also allows for spacers if I choose to run them

[@Assimilator1]

@@ThicWhips yea I must admit I thought of that afterwards. As an old mechanic I wish for the days when most cars had studs, much easier to put the wheels on!

[@sonnydayz1745]

Well done! Subbed. Thx

[@TommyPickIes]

really nice man!

[@commonduck10]

Informative

[@n55Rob]

Little thing about the rod bearings….you don’t need to replace them if you know how to handle this engine and maintenance well….if you let the car warm up and don’t go above 3k RPMS for the first 5-10 minutes of driving and do oil changes every 2-3k miles then the rod bearings will be perfectly fine…I have a family member in the EU that has a e90 M3 and he told me that doing rod bearings over in the EU is rare like it happens don’t get me wrong but it’s all about the owners and how they drive/do maintenance….my dads e93 M3 also went 135k before he sold it and never did the rod bearings….he got a oil test done every 10k miles and it was never an issue…..you just have to let the car warm up and then when you start driving it don’t go above 3k RPMs for a little along with oil changes pretty regularly and you’ll be FINE!!!…..now that being said I’d definitely do rod bearings if you’re getting a used car that was bought from a car enthusiast. Especially if they don’t have a recent oil test done. But if it’s from a grandpa that only drives it on the weekends I’d do an oil test and if it’s fine then I wouldn’t even touch them.

[@emncali]

do i get an e92 m3 or f82 m4

[@jeremyogburn5888]

The banana in the cupholder 15:49

[@bernardbarbour]

jejejejejejejejejeje...... I saw that too!

[@thomashazell9944]

The red interior bits would kill my ocd

[@huangjason2475]

E46 m3 driving experience Much better than e9x m3. Fx m3 much fast than e9x. Only thing E9x has is v8.

[@MumenRider78]

Can’t daily an e46 m3 especially with rust concerns in the UK due to winter salt. Also road quality has gone significantly over the last few years which makes the road harsh. E90 M3 with EDC in comfort is great as daily.

[@joker1134530]

very nice!

[@ThicWhips]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ezequielvega7820]

that banana thoo!

[@michaelnelmonk]

15:50 - staying strapped 😤🍌

[@delvinhenderson2250]

Need ceramic tint next.

[@ThicWhips]

No sir fishbowl for me 😉

[@petergaltry4529]

Fantastic mate. Thanks. Should never have sold my E34 540i LE V8 Manual. On the up side though, that means I'll have to replace it with an E9X M3 variant. Sure it's not as fast as an E8X M3 number but geez they sound great getting to the speed limit as quickly as you can 😁

[@michaelbyers955]

When are you selling this as with the others. I'm local. Sign me up.

[@ThicWhips]

No lol

[@Just_Drivers_Cars]

Atta boy! At some point you have stop selling cars and start accumulating. Especially 2008-2018 cars.

[@elijahcarr4137]

Im pretty sure my e92 doesn't have hydraulic steering

[@ThicWhips]

If it’s an m3, it’s hydraulic

[@reginald8703]

Manual is the way to go...

[@abrahamg3354]

Actually, it's a preference for this car. DCT is also the way to go.

[@ARTANSX]

I envy your cup holders lol

[@motaz1975]

so in other words if you want an older bmw with miles on it, be ready to replace everything

[@LehanBreytenbach]

fuck that thing is beautiful 😢😢

[@ThicWhips]

Thanks man

[@imweank6717]

I did not watch this before I bought it

[@ThicWhips]

That’s ok. I’m just glad you watched it 👍

[@michaelmichaelmotorcycle2174]

Too late buddy, bought it before watching this video, I had an m4 before this car and all I can say is, the m4 had no maintenance for 100k miles besides fluids and coil packs and plugs. The e92 is uglier IMO, definitely slower, the interior is uglier, but has a more luxurious feel, but the sound it makes almost makes up for the difference