MUST WATCH Before You Buy A BMW E36 M3

I break down each model year and explain the differences, then rate the 2nd generation M3 using the proprietary Ideal Car Score for performance, driving experience, curb appeal and value. Lastly, I go through and detail the exact spec M3 I would look for using the Ideal Car Strategies!

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[abrambam]

I bought my e36 with 177k miles. Got it with a seconday air injection code. I now have had it for over 2 years & all Ive done to it was a change an alternator & radiator. IMO most reliable bmw they ever made. I drifted, raced it multiple times & still running strong the car is a champ!!!

[fpkFAN]

I actually love the fact that, being an E36 M3 3.2 Evo Owner, you can't really distinguish between the different E36 models due to the subtle styling cues - It gives a lot of other drivers a very big surprise when they realise that they can't keep up or catch up.

[ALEX-wzts]

Have a 99 m3 convertible..in hellrot red with hardtop and Vader seats....love it...owned 5 bmw..this is my favorite

[MrXeleris]

My 99 M3 'vert has given me countless hours of driving pleasure! I bought it a few years ago in rough shape. It was pimped out with a bunch of chrome garbage and everything was falling off of it. The engine was surprisingly in great shape, but the suspension and the transmission were both shot. It sat for a couple of years unloved in my garage, but last year I started restoring it to its former glory. I replaced the slushbox with a proper manual gearbox, bolted on some BC Racing BR series coilovers, redid all of the bushings, replaced the dry rotted rubber with some new Pilot Sports, and meticulously replaced cosmetic parts it inside and out. After all was said and done, the car feels like new, and it's ready to be driven hard for years to come. I absolutely love these cars! They're very rewarding to drive, and they have so much soul. I 1000% recommend anyone to buy one

[pedrovega]

99 M3 Alpine white, black vaders, M-contour wing, on M-contour wheels, sunroof, full onboard computer and HK. I had one just like this which I sold when I got married (bought a house), now I bought a senconf E36 M3 97 Silver /black vaders. I love this car, has 245k miles and will be my full track car soon! Gotta find another one though!

[andeleputo]

I just bought a 98 metallic silver sedan, slightly highly mileage but the exterior was literally in perfect condition

[KillswitchRobie]

I've owned 4 E36 2 M3s which I still own and I've owned an E46 M3.
My 328i was flawless. Had no problems until a drink driver ran in to it. Then I had a 328is. Did a full M3 conversion except the S52. Was a crap ton of fun and I got parts with a case of beer. I wrecked that 328is in a canyon run. Rookie mistake. Then I bought an M3 and that is my current track car. I've driven a myriad of cars and nothing feels like my track ready Cosmos M3. I still own it and it's getting ready for an S54 swap. Next I bought an E46 M3 for 19k and that car had way too many issues. The car was beautiful but it was a maintenance queen. My friend ended up wrecking that car. Next with his insurance money I bought another Daily. Which is a clean all original Arctic E36 M3 and couldn't be happier. I did an M50 swap after I blew the S52 due to a shop forgetting to torque the rod bolts correctly and it's getting ready for turbo now. 400HP daily!

[MrLambo]

What exactly is there to learn from this video? There is no useful maintenance info besides rear shock mounts.

[jrummyjs]

Have a 98.5*e36 dakar yellow 2 vert. The top down is a awesome experience everyone needs to embrace every once in awhile.

[fakechannel]

I bought a 95 m3 coupe with an s52 swap for 6k at the start of this year. By far my favorite car to work on ever, favorite car to drive as well.

[joshuanantz]

My E36 M3 is a white 1997 sedan with grey vaders and black trim also with a dinan tune with the dinan exhaust and cold air intake plus I also have the car on bilstein suspension.

[loccrs]

I'm on my second 97 m3 sedan that is getting the motor rebuilt right now. I would love to get a euro spec with the smg.

[Rennthusiast]

Thanks for this video. Helped me when I was looking for my 99 M3 coupe. I agree that it is pretty bulletproof. Took mine to the track and beat it harder than I’ve ever beaten any car and zero problems during the session or since.

[danikbikes]

1998 White sedan black vador interior 5 mouth is watering 🤤

[Bostongreenm.]

I own a 1998 cosmos M3/4/5 and a 1995 boston green M3 coupe with luxury package. I love these cars!

[AgainstEmpyre]

Esotril or Alpine White Coupe, 5 speed, Slicktop, Black Vaders, Koni refresh with lowering springs, and a big snail under the hood.

[thirtysixnick]

Got an Estoril M345 over mulberry. 1/25 in the US. Had it for a little over two years and I couldn't ask for a better car. Next whip goals is between E90 M3, E46 M3, or an E39 M5.

[MLKS]

Ideal e36 - hellrot 4 door, any of the OEM 17'' wheels, light flywheel to wake it up, tad bit stiffer bushings, engine mounts to sharpen it up. Thats about it.
Currently have a 97' 323ti technoviolet.

[Sammlerei]

Got an 1997 BMW E36 M3 3, 2l estoril blue convertible! I live in Bavaria/Germany near the factory where these famous cars were built! <3