3 Series
As BMW marks the 50th anniversary of the 3 Series, BMWBLOG is exploring the model’s storied history and its contribution to the automaker’s success. We’ve already looked at the first three generations—the E21, the E30,…
Surya Solanki / March 3, 2025
Car Tips
In the world of premium automobiles, BMW stands out as a symbol of class, performance, and engineering prowess. However, it’s no secret that BMWs, and other German cars, are not typically known for their affordability….
Horatiu Boeriu / September 12, 2023
Car Tips
There are hoards and piles of buyer’s guides out there for how to purchase a boring cookie-cutter used car. Who even needs a multiple page guide to know how to buy a silver on beige…
Cam Dauer / July 19, 2023
3 Series
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…
Andrew Everett / July 11, 2023
News
BMW USA Issues Do Not Drive Order on E46, E39, and E53 Models for Takata Airbags Recall
by Nico DeMattia / Date: May 4, 2023
3 Series
Porsche just announced a new head unit infotainment screen upgrade for its some of its older models, such as the first-gen Cayenne, 987 Boxster, and 997 911. What the new head units do is replace…
Nico DeMattia / January 19, 2023
3 Series
When asked which 3 Series is best, almost every BMW fan on earth will say the same thing — the E46. Just a few months ago, I would have said the same thing and, in…
Nico DeMattia / May 3, 2022
3 Series
Luxury automakers are typically the ones offering weird options for their high-end vehicles. Such is the case with BMW and its obscure solar roof for the E46. Yes, the 3 Series sold from the late…
Adrian / March 27, 2022
3 Series
I just recently just vented about all the things I hate about driving an old car. My E46 3 Series doesn’t feel particularly old to me, as I remember when they were new and it…
Nico DeMattia / January 20, 2022
3 Series
As car enthusiasts, we often was poetic about classic cars; their superior driver feel, lack of complicated technology, and engaging visceral qualities. One older BMW that’s constantly being buried in praise is the E46 3…
Nico DeMattia / January 18, 2022
3 Series
I recall being invited to the launch of the BMW E46 3 Series Coupe back in 1998 (coupe, sedan versions launched in 1997) and how this new Coupe was the next best 3 Series to…
Richard Stern / December 17, 2021