I raced a previous model M3 going about 115-120mph after more than a 1/4 mile, Swanson chipped. He thought he was gonna leave me in the dust until I went WOT. Then he was the one playing catch up. He must've dirtied his pants. The new M3s sound like even more fun, especially if I have a bottle in the back. Gotta give it to BMW's M series and also their X5. I would like to see them put the M3 engine in the M roadster. Man oh man.

 

hey MMRBBQ, check out the hum.... now which one was it, I think in this months Sport Compact or one of those ricer magazines, they do a full article on it. I was really impressed with it!! They have lots of pics of it with A break down of the engine. You should go get it!!!

 

Thanks Yoda, i'll check it out. the motor trend article said "only 3000 M3's headed to the states". i hope this works out.

 

So what color are we talking about here?

 

it's about the same shade as the smilie face you just posted. (thought i/we were going to banned for a smartass comments like that last year, during the grack/bleyver grill discussions)

 

Hey MRBBQ:

I guess we are in a pretty elite group! I have just received confirmation of my 2001 Black/Black (Fully Loaded & MSRP) M5 being built. Should have it parked next to my 99 Red Lightning in December...just in time for Christmas. Only waited 6 months for it!

Warren

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Hey MRBBQ:

I guess we are in a pretty elite group! I have just received confirmation of my 2001 Black/Black (Fully Loaded & MSRP) M5 being built. Should have it parked next to my 99 Red Lightning in December...just in time for Christmas. Only waited 6 months for it!

Warren

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http://www.thedoughouse.com/m3stuff.htm

 

Damn... nice website.

 

BBQ: http://www.dinanbmw.com/html/M3_e36/m3_e36_t_super.htm
...thought you'd like to start researching blowers for your new ride...

 

thank you Blacklight and DreamingAboutL for the links, some excellent reading there.
Dinan beemers rule!! all my stuff must be blown, although my wife does not share in this particular passion of mine, i shall start a Dinan savings account immediately!!

 

I like the new M3 as well. However, when comparing to the Audi S4 I think the benefits of all wheel drive, twin turbo design offer a superior performance platform. Stock the S4 has 250 hp. RS4 Euro spec cars produce 380 hp. A stock US spec S4 can be fitted with larger turbo's and intercoolers and produce close to 400 hp. WE all know how difficult it is to apply that much horsepower to the pavement with only 2 wheels. This is nearly imposible on anything except perfect DRY pavement, huge tires, and ginger application of the throtle. The Audi on the other hand can launch hard in almost any conditions. S4 hands down winner. BMW M3 no chance. However, I would be willing to take the M3 off your hands, it is a GREAT car right out of the box. Have fun!

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that black M5 is badass looking (or meanass in your case) waaaayyyyy out of my lease allowance though. congrats, thats one of the finest "all around" vehicles made. it does it all.