E46

The E46 M3 is a car that needs no introduction. Likely doubly so if you’re browsing BMWBLOG. We’ve written at length about the car, but we certainly aren’t the only ones. The car’s natural balance,…

It’s safe to say October was a busy month for BMW in South Africa. Not only did it host the M Fest at the Kyalami track, but it also hosted the local premieres of the…

Enthusiasts and even some lay people probably know that BMW makes a selection of armored vehicles. Generally reserved for important or extremely paranoid people, offerings like the i7 Protection we drove give well-heeled drivers less…

If you’re a firm believer that BMW peaked in the 2000s, the E46 is surely amongst your favorite models. Mind you, this isn’t a run-of-the-mill 3 Series from the sedan’s fourth generation since we’re dealing…

We typically see old BMW M cars being subjected to a dyno test, but this is a refreshingly basic 318Ci. This 3 Series Coupe from what I consider to be the golden era of design…

If you’ve even glanced at the used car market in the last couple of years, you know that used car prices are higher than ever. But, shockingly, you can still get behind the wheel of…

Good grief, it’s another anniversary! We’re slightly late to this one, but only by months. The BMW E46 3 Series was launched in April 1998. Who remembers the “DNA” adverts? To think, we have moved…

Widely regarded as one of the best BMWs ever made, the M3 CSL is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2023. Yes, the crown jewel of the E46 portfolio came out in 2003 and was produced…

BMW vehicles have a pretty cyclical existence regarding pricing. Positioned as a luxury vehicle, their prices start out high before quickly depreciating. Then, typically in ten to twelve years, values bottom out. But, like other…

This 2004 BMW 3 Series Coupe from the E46 era sat for about four years collecting dust before getting a much-needed rejuvenation from a professional detailer. Although it’s not an M3, we’d argue this is…