Should you buy a cheap E92 M3? Road Test vs Expensive Car

With the prices of E92 M3's dropping the last few months I'm sure many of you have been eying up a cheap car to have some NA V8 fun in. But should you buy a cheaper car or are you better off spending more?

We put our two cars head to head on the road to see if a cheap car with some work done is a better choice than a more expensive car.

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[markhancox]

One thing to consider if you spend a lot of money on a high mileage car is to get ‘agreed value insurance’ so if the car is written off you won’t be left out of pocket. A standard insurance policy will just offer you the market rate for a high mileage example

[morley]

I’ve done exactly what you have done with the high mileage car, I bought a e90 m3 with 100k needed lots of work, I’ve also replaced every bush after watching your video, I would say I’ve spent around 8k aswel I only paid 13k for my car on a 08 plate.
The car feels brand new I love it, I have never drove a low mileage m3 so nothing to compare to so watching this justify’ me spending the money 😊

[Hcarmad]

Loving the conclusion and seeing the results on the blue car. The Japan Red car sounds mental, the intake upgrades are worth every penny just for that insane induction noise.

[JoeAchilles]

Really interesting video guys, I need to drive that red one 🔥🔥🔥

[southney]

I’ve learnt that one the hard way. Always spend as much as possible on any kind of car which you’re buying as an investment. Original paint is a big factor in terms of value in older cars. No respray will ever be recouped or fetch the same as a mint factory paint equivalent. It all comes down to finances and how you plan on using the car. If you’re buying it to drive and enjoy then a high mileage car isn’t such a negative factor. It’s probably the better option with the additional refurbishment money to make it drive sweet again. But potentially more of a headache than just buying a clean low mileage car.

[kingjrh]

I just want to take a moment to appreciate how consistent the panel gaps are at the end of the video 👌

[jordansummers]

I bought a 2007 e92 m3 with 95k miles back in October for £14.5k. It’s got a full main dealer/specialist service history and throttle accs/rod bearings done at 87k miles. Interior is cleaner than most 66 plate cars.

It needed an idler pulley when I bought it so was making a whine when warmed up. I’ve replaced all pulleys and belts as preventative maintenance.

There’s diamonds in the rough.

[GJB]

Other things to also consider on a higher mileage car is the paint/body work condition and interior condition. Although interior/exterior condition isn’t a sliding scale, higher mileage/older cars are more likely to be in a worse condition

[hamie_m]

Excellent been waiting for this comparison!

[andy]

The way you have to look at is depends on how its been looked after if its had the rod bearings etc done, you can spend 24k on one then still have to sort the common issues Where the higher mileage would already have them done

[MRLONKY]

A very informative series and balanced view. I have had my E92 M3 for 7 years and 40'000 miles, and still love driving daily. Its Xmas present (Eventuri Plenum) made all the difference to the driving experience. I foresee the Stage II upgrade next.

[acruz]

Great IDEA, great PREMISE tested !!! This is exactly what every single buyer ponders about. I love the point at the end, if you are buying for investment and don't care about your personal enjoyment buy the lower mileage (you shouldn't be buying cars for investments to begin with, there are better investment commodities) but if you are buying for your personal enjoyment, by all means, spend the same (buy the higher mileage and replace key components) and enjoy a car that feels pretty close when it was brand new and cost a million dollars/pounds! lol :D

[NathanBaker]

Finally!
Been waiting for this update. Cant wait for the next 100 E92 videos.🤗

[atomabc]

Brilliant car. E93. I had it just over 7 years. General maintenance but throttle actuators were replaced after 5 years. Apart from that was a very reliable car. Had the e46 M3 before that, and a few issues with the SMG gearbox and Vanos. Upgraded to a M6 f12 2016. Hopefully will be reliable. Power compared to the e93, e46, e36, is a lot more. Spins in most gears.

[CraigMarolf]

Bought my e92 with 75, 000 miles in 2018. Since then I’ve driven it across the country, driven it up the west coast, taken it out to the Mojave Desert a scary distance from a gas station and made some unbelievable memories.

At 100k miles now, it’s ready for some paintwork here and there and the suspension is ready to be freshened up (RBs done, TAs still OG).

The important thing I came here to convey is… if I’d bought a 25k mile M3, I’d have been reluctant to do what brings me the most enjoyment… and that’s drive it. This is going to be a forever car (it’s not my primary, it’s paid for, etc)… so I don’t really care about resale. It was more important that I could enjoy it without worrying about killing the value with miles or having that garage queen where the low miles are the wow factor as opposed to the adventures I’ve had with it.

The car is in great shape and with about $5k-$7k invested it’ll be as pristine as a 10k mile example again, but one that I’m not hesitant to enjoy outside of my garage.

[benturner]

I like this guy a lot ! Incredibly honest and informative. I would use them in a heart beat.

[thedarkmirror]

Bloody good video series! Watched it all in one sitting. Excellent, thorough and detailed.

[EuroAutoEnthusiast]

Thanks for a great series ! I’ve since used your approach for the suspension upgrades 👍🏽

[stjarnagloss]

Firstly, throughly enjoyed the video. Can’t fault your thinking Imran. Having said that after hearing the Japan read noise I would probably throw all caution to the wind and buy and absolute DOG as long as it sounded like that! What a tune ❤❤❤

[moonfly]

I have an e92 335i with 155k+ in the clock and watching this really makes me want to do this refurb job on it. The e92s are still some of the beat looking 3 series BMs IMO.