That E46 is one of the most beautiful cars I've ever seen.

I'd choose an E46, but damn the E30 is such a stunning model. Epitome of a retro classic

When I was 14 I played this game called need for speed most wanted. E46 M3 was a dream car.

4 years later we're still waiting for ultimate m5 review

The E36 has an elegant, stylish look, yet still aggressive power delivery. A wolf in sheeps clothing. For me. It's an E36.

One of the best reviews I've ever seen! Everything is perfect.

E36 gang! Full sends 1:38 in the wet!! The owner/driver of that knew the car well haha. E36 is best, can’t beat that 90’s semi classic car feel

when that e92 reved up, my heart fluttered. that car is so special, especially as its the only v8 m3 the worlds ever going to see, especially with electrification hitting its stride, its also the last m3 without forced induction. just love how it seems like the end of an era, kinda like the murcielago sv

e46 m3 is best :P

A 20 minute video from car throttle and some good ass food, just what the doctor ordered

E46 is SO beautiful even today... amazingly more beautiful then the others. Those proportions.... wow

The E36 is possibly my favourite car ever so smooth

List of reason why E36 is king in europe 1. 10 years production line (never gonna happen again in China economics) 2. 316, 318, 318is, 320, 325, 328, m3 3.0, m3 3.2 that's 8 different engines 3. 168 & 188 & LSD differentials all with different ratios ( no need for aftermarket) 4. Easy to find to buy, parts ready available, car morgues full of them 5. Compatibility parts and swaps to get performance without breaking the bank 6. Cheapest beginner Drift car in Europe (from car to parts) 7. N/A engine, nuff said, nothing to go wrong 8. Vanon and non Vanos variations, easy to buy Vanon removal plates 9. M20 single mass flywheel and clutch easy swap to start revving high 10. Iconic car in Easter Europe with MAFIA image 11. Car has racing history from amateur to professional rally/drift/track events 12. Lighter than most competitors, choices of manual windows, manual mirrors, no aircon, no silly automatic gearboxes, no PAS, no ABS, 13. Easy to work on, most bolts are HEX, excellent build quality, reliable OEM parts 14. Best turning support compared to all BMW models, 10 years of production stomps like a boss and it shows, from coilovers, lightweight flywheels and 4 pug clutches to Dibilias Individual Throttle Bodies for the non M3 owners. 15. Possibly more but can't think of them right now.....

20 minute M3 review from Car Throttle! Best Christmas present ever!!

I'm proud to be an E46 M3 owner, my daily driver! It makes my drive to work and home truly enjoyable. The styling is at the zenith of BMW design and the epitome of "the ultimate driving machine."

Let’s be honest, I just love the e 46 because is beautiful and powerful and because of need for speed most wanted

I'm thinking the history of M5 should be next

I'm guessing Alex, the owner of the E36 was driving the car in the action shots (sliding around and stuff). Really nice driving.

Even 4 years on in 2019 the 46 is still probably the best M3 ever made

E92: "MMMMMMM YUMMY LEAVES"

The E46 is it for me because it's timeless and awesome

E46 ohhhh !

E92 😍 gonna buy one soon

Im so glad you did this Vid.... ive been tryin to understand the difference in BMW all week!!

People don't understand the E36 M3, you can say it doesn't have these pretty fenders or unique body panels; the E36 is about simplicity. It doesn't need all of these fancy body panels to show what it is. Some of you say that the E30 is best M3 of them all, it is just somewhat outdated and underpowered compared to the others, let's not forget the awfully expensive S14 to maintain. Then the E46 is cherished by people from all spectrums of the enthusiast world. It's definitely the prettiest of the m3s, but let's not forget, it barely makes power over the E36, and it borrows most of the suspension components from the E36. It's also much heavier than the E36. We can't forget about its infamous subframe issues( which baffles me because the E36 came with subframe reinforcements). The newer M3s have lost their touch compared to the older M3s, overpowered, too luxury oriented, and a serious weight gain. The E36 M3 is the best of the M3, and the most underrated of the M3s.

E36 all the way. The E36 either in its 3 series or M form is probably the biggest icon in BMW history. Looks, the sound, the handling, the sheer pureness and soul of the E36 M3 is unmatched. Everyone, from car guys to casual drivers will think of an E36 the instant you mention BMW. Will choose one over any other BMW.

Superb Video, well filmed, presented and driven.. Great work guys!

I love how carfection and Autocar are only just now doing these and you boys got there three years ago!! Top work

im with the E36. its the sweet spot between the e30 and e46. its still pretty and boxy, its fast. its part of my blood though. my dad loved old bm's especially m5s and e36 m3s

I would still love an E30. It looks dope!

Simply the best video I’ve ever seen! Congrats!!!👏👏👏

After driving them all myself, it's got to be the E90/E92. So good I bought one. Best handling and best sounding. Also a good looking car. Only downside like was said, MPG. 23 is the best I ever got and that was driving it like a granny. Haha.

e30 and e36 Old School Guys!

He said the e46 sounds better now but not in his new video...

I’ve watched this video so many times I can’t remember…as an enthusiast of the BMW brand and a fellow E46 M3 owner, thank you for this kind of content! Keep up the great work!

What a great video!! Best review I've seen to date!! Thanx man!

Can't even drive but I want an e46

In my opinion: e30 > e46 > e92 > F80 > e36. I know that the e46 is the best M3, but the e30 has a place in my heart. I'm in love with that bad boy.

Great video, made my Monday! I love the sexy E30 and the iconic E46. I own 2 E46 (330 not M3) and if I had more garage space I would buy even more of these.

Good review. Thanks you!

The M3 E92 is my dream car, and when saying dream car i don't have to be a billionaire to afford it which is achievable.

“you need to put your foot down to really get the most out of the engine” Bravo Alex, bravo

Awesome video!! Getting all these M3 generations together is the best thing you’ve done. Are u planning to do a similar vid on the M5’s?

Great comparative. It shows very well the evolution of bmw. Congratulations

The E36 M3 Looked great in Silver. My Favourite is Black.

CAR THROTTLE IS BEST FOR DOING REVIEWING!!

The E46 aged like fine wine even today in 2021 the timeless design it has looks great even 20 years later

Awesome video and comparison

e46 m3 the best!

E36, the R33 of M3's

Great vid. Would love to see an m5 comparison next, i am a huge fan of the e39 m5 and the e60 v10 sound is incredible.

I loved this video. Big thanks

Brilliant episode. I've had a bit of an obsession with the M3 since the first time I drove one. I was 10 years old. Christmas evening. My cousin, Kelsey had recently purchased her First car. An 89 E30 I believe. We drove around looking at the Christmas lights. She let me hop over and steer it for a bit. Don't think I couldve reached the clutch :) nice memory to have. #flashback #LOVE BMW M3

I'll tell you what i like best to worst in order for all these cars. 1. E46 M3 2. E46 M3 3. E46M3 4. E46M3 5. E46M3

I'm gonna say,......the greatest car video ever !!!!!! Just well done sir.

M3 or not, I freaking love the body style of my 2000 bmw e46 4door sedan, the way I keep it up, it turns heads and get loads of compliments. I guess what I’m trying to say, I’m keeping this car for generations to come. My 16-year-old loves it she loves the way it drives and feels smooth I’m passing it on to her which I made her promise me that she will pass it on to her kids as well, it’s gonna stay in the family for years to come no matter what.

Sorry E46, but the E92 is my favourite... That V8 engine is simply perfect!

Great video. Every generation of M3 has its strengths and weaknesses and this host gives unbiased review. Well done.

Nothing can beat the one and only V8. Thanks for the good video!

I love the M3. It may not be the fastest thing on 4 wheels but it is one of my favorite to drive. Thank you guys for making and posting this video. It was awesome!

Great entertaining video!!

Alex should present Top Gear instead of Chris Evans...

one of the best videos you ever did

It’s really sad that the next generation probably don’t know the legendary e30 and e36

I drove an E36 yesterday and I had a smile ear to ear when I first depressed the clutch.

The Euro Spec E36 is underrated. It's nearly as fast as an E46 and it looks so good, and it sounds better than the E46 in my opinion.

Great video !

Thank you. Very infomative video.

E36 was always under rated between the e46 and e30. But I find it to be super sexy and a car to just slide around.

THIS VIDEO IS WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR

Great video. I drove my friends latest m3. Brutal. Floored it in 1st and 2nd and was too scared to go too in to 3rd.

one of the best cars reviews I've seen. I wasn't interested in a BMW but after seeing this that has changed.

This shit is better than new top gear

E30's front end is simply gorgeous but overall E46 is just amazing even after 19 years it still looks modern.

you guys are legends

The intro is so cool

f80 M3 should've been the 2 door and the M4 should've been the 4 door.. that would've made more sense

I love E 36!! U are the best of the best! Cheers man!

Bro I could watch this vid a million times and still geek out.

Nice dude!!

Respect the elders! e30 and e36!!!!!!

E30 is by far my favorite, but the E36 is a very nice car. Drifting that E36 on a wet, leaf covered road like a fuckin boss!

Great video,and it was amazing how you were able to get together every M3 from every past generations!!! This video was very informative of every past generation M3!!! I loved it!!! I like your true honesty about every single M3!!! You seemed to be non biased about the information you gave out on every M3!!! Your information was true and to the point!!! I personally myself owned a 1992 325i and I loved it!!! I know it might not have been as fast as an M3, but it pretty much gave you an idea what an M3 would be like if you upgraded to buying one!!! The M3 is a lot better in performance, Hores Power, and interior upgrades of course!!! Then again it's the top of the line of the 3 series!!!Now for this video comparison purposes, to me 1st place goes to the E46, 2ND would be the E36, 3rd would be the E92, 4th would be the F80, and finally the E30 would be last!!! I never was a big fan of the E30!!! It just seems and looks way to boxy and very very outdated!!! It just doesn't have that BMW look that the other M3's seem to have to them!!! If you would take off the BMW and M3 badges and also that front grill you probably wouldn't be able to tell that it was a BMW in my opinion!!! Maybe because it's just the 1st generation of M3's I don't know!!! It's hard to say!!! The over all looks of it just doesn't seem to appeal to me!!! Once again great video!!!👌👌👌

Looking to buy an M2 soon but I really love the e46. So stunning. Had a 330ci, was amazing. Great video.

e30 and e36 look the best

One thing to note about the e46 is it’s throttle response with independent throttle bodies. It also is VERY aerodynamic vehicle. Because of the instant power, smaller size, and aerodynamics it pulls out of a corner like a monster. And if you go on a track that is the key to winning a a race, not 0-60 and top speed

Great video. Wonderful to see yesterdays hero's playing outside still even today. The F80 is an absolute monster of a modern family car. Not a lot of love for it compared to the classic M3s, but Chris Harris cant be too far wrong.

Still one of my all time favourite videos on KZfaq

Imagine owning those as a fleet! Dear lord how good!!!

omg this video is epic (gotta love that E46 M3)

This channel is currently my fav car show! Better than current Top gear anyday!

Amazing review. Didn't see the 20 minutes blew by.

That was a real treat! :)

Car Throttle has an M3 fetish

I have driven an E92 as my daily driver for 7 years and have had a permanent smile on face ever since I turned it on at the warehouse and had no idea what to expect of that V8! Not too many around where I live which makes it even better! I recently added the F80 to my garage. Still getting used to it vs. my E92. E92 is an analog scapel, where the F80 is a bit more brutish. But having them both and being able to drive them back to back anytime, is the stuff of dreams. Patience and time might have to find an E46 my way! I was never a BMW fan, but those M3s, they become an extension of you. A rev loving, all-out, corner-carving smile-inducing, extension!

Great review! I'd love to see a comparison of the E30 M3 and Ford Sierra Cosworth.

That E46 M3 feeling! Selling it now for £100k... any takers? ;)

Great video! I'm a massive E46 fan and I'm soon to buy my third. Having started with a sweet and gentle 318 and then upgrading to a 325, the next (and last) one is going to be the gorgeous E46 M3. Just need to save up first! :)

That intro was just straight up music to my ears XO

What a lineup!