Lloyd Tries - BMW E92 M3 - #62 - Is this the best M3?! Or possibly best production engine?!
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- čas přidán 3. 06. 2024
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In this episode we look at car number 62 on the Evo top 100 List - the E92 M3, often said the best of all the M3’s. Some even say it’s one of the best production engines of all time. So, how did we get on? Is it? - Zábava
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The E46 M3 was my favourite model but now I think the E92 is the nicest blend of power and elegance.
Absolutely right! I’ll try an E46 though and see how it compares!
E92 is the best M car.
After having both for 2..3 years each, I would say E46 M3 is great car. Raw, fast enough, very nice design. But E92 is much easier car to commute daily. E92 I have 7DCT (46 I had manual and got tired in city) and I cannot be more happy with, plus CID navi (bluetooth, music streaming, keyless) - this makes living daily with E92 M3 so much easier for me. The only dowside is fuel economy. My E46 manual had 12,8/100km average, e92M3 DCT I have 14,6 current. E92 Me shines in highways, the faster you go, the better it is.
Quality video ...i own E92 M3 DCT LCI 1 of 500 mineral white...done 66,000 miles...just had Rod bearings done ...and actually feels like a different car...🔥🔥🔥
Thank you sir! That’s a lovely thing, especially LCI as well. Mineral white adds 10bhp I heard, it’s the motorsport colour after all 😉 lucky bloke!
Mate that's one of the most honest reviews I've seen. Simple and informative. Well done, keep it going mate. Loved it 👍🏻👌🏻
Thank you very much! Appreciate the feedback!
*My 2013 competition package is a Beauty!*
What’s the main differences between the two?
I had an E46 M3 as a fun weekend car and changed it after 8 years for an E93 M3 LE500. People will say the coupe is better. However take the V8 out on a nice morning with the roof down and the noise is addictive.
Yeah that V8 is absolutely beautiful. Great car. Jealous of you 👍🏻
Quality video as always 👌
Thank you brother 🙏🏻
Great review! Bought one of these 6 months ago after years of chasing "latest-greatest" and having my head wrapped around numbers and 0-60 times. Cars have become pretty fast nowadays - even a bone stock M340i is silly fast. However they lack the excitement and the drama that the E92 M3 S65 engine and chassis can provide. Absolute gem to drive and enjoy. You just have to put your ego aside that even some non-special models nowadays are quicker accelerating. I just wish mine was a manual, looks a touch more fun! : )
You’re absolutely right! I hate to say it, but outright speed isn’t everything! I’d rather have this than a 340i! As nice as the 340 is!
It's amazing how our definition of fast has changed in the last 15 years with the advent of quick turbo cars and powerful diesels, not to mention EVs. However, the e92 is plenty fast enough to be fun and it's so much more involving to drive than any of the non-M stuff (M140, etc). I realised some time ago that road driving is all about the experience and not the speed and with some minor changes to inlet and exhaust, the E92 M3 delivers that in spades.
AMEN brother. That’s absolutely bang on. I have a knackered old 205 GTi that’s got 90bhhp at best and to date it’s the best car I’ve ever driven.
Great video. Very happy with my manual, low mileage, '08 E92 M3 which I bought last September. That V8 never fails to put a smile on my face. This era I think really was the high point for sports saloons/coupes as the Audi B7 RS4 & the C63 AMG Merc are also brilliant. The modern equivalents may be faster but don't really do it for me.
And the other thing that’s nice about them too Geoff is that you could use them everyday even now! You’re a very lucky guy with your low mileage example. Absolute future classic.
I own a 1 previous owner, 2013 LCI, mineral white, 6 speed manual with only 17k miles. Looks & feels like a brand new car. Few subtle mods. Ohlins R&T coil overs, AP big brake kit, Recaro CS seats, lightweight mono block wheels, Modstock 1.75 exhaust. The car is literally perfect. I’m completely obsessed with it & it’s the one I’ll never sell. It’s perfection.
It shares a stable with my 2014 C63 AMG edition 507. Peak M & peak AMG😎
I bet that M3 sounds INCREDIBLE. You’ve got two absolute unicorns there. All you need is a mint B7 RS4 and you’ve completed 2000’s saloons!
@@Lloydtriescars yes, sounds incredible🙌🏻 Funny you should say that… adding the RS4 is definitely on the cards. Trilogy complete.
@@toyotawagons4584 the real Holy Trinity 😉
that is a real gem. how long have you owned it for?
On the indicators for E9x - if it doesn't auto-cancel, if you half-press in the same direction, it will cancel the signal. It's a bit counter intuitive. The semi-tactile "click" takes some getting used to for sure. I can see why people gave up using indicators, many people just didn't get them and ended up indicating the wrong way.
Good insight! 😂
Great video! Love the E9X M3. Subscribed :)
Off-topic, what watch were you wearing during this vid?
Thanks so much! Really appreciate it!
It’s a Heuer Classic Calbre 17! 😀
great car great vid!
Thank you mate!
With a true manual transmission they are pretty great
They are!
I’ve had M3 e36.e46,f80…and I think this one is the best here, especially in 2-door and those sweet OE BBS wheels.
I best get cracking and scoop one up before they get too pricey.
Absolutely right, stone wall future classic these are!
I just had a little fun on the Autobahn with an E46 M3. Man this thing is nice, it looks great, and the sound is spine tingling. However it doesn't stand a chance against a more modern M140i. I had my family and a crammed boot for a vacation on board and he still couldn't keep up.
A modern 140i with a map on it would see off most cars! I’ve got a 2020 Bullitt Mustang and I wouldn’t even try it against a 140i 😂HOWEVER, it’s not all about the outright pace is it!
@@Lloydtriescars mine is still stock. However he had a lot of fun. An Octavia RS tried to join the band but was outpaced very soon. The E46 also entertained everyone around.
There is always something faster.
Absolute dreamcar, E92 M3 Competition or GTS
Or a CRT? 😂
Hey Lloyd, help me brother. Been a fan of this car for years. And I have grown as a man and saved my money. They are finally within purchase for me.
I'm dead serious, I can't decide. Manual or DCT? HELP!
What kind of driving do you do?! If you live out in the countryside, go for a manual, DCT if you are going to commute in it. Both are great options though.
Back in 2020 when I bought mine, I drove the DCT first and felt a little let down almost not wanting to buy one. I decided to buy one out of state in manual and figured I'd sell it if I didn't like it. Four years later, it's still in my garage and always puts a smile on my face! It's a bit notchy and not the best manual transmission out there, but it's also not the worst!
Ironically, I recently drove a friend's DCT version and really enjoyed and appreciated it! I would say drive both and eventually plan to own both 😅
Oh come on, i dont want too many talking about it 😂i wanna buy one without insane prices haha, it appreciated a bit in the last 2 years anyway
Sorry mate! 😂
The engine is actually great in this car. But I can’t get over the look of it. It’s just one of the least aesthetically pleasing m3 models. Even the e90 was better looking.
I am had a 2006 318 and it worst car I have ever owned 😢
318 though Michael 😂
It may be the best sound but its not the best engine. My m57 is better it has 440hp with 800nm with a hybrid turbo in the same chassie 😊❤ never misses a beat 155k miles
Can’t argue, M57’s are solid things! I had an LCI 335d back in the day, what a smoker 💨
@@Lloydtriescars im glad you agree i was expecting a lot of hate 🙃 mine doesnt smoke either ❤️
@@censorshipBS Not at all! They’re a mega car! And so quick as well either a map on them.
The s65 is not “amazing “ 😳😬😆 there awfully unreliable with many common issues that fail prematurely … rod bearings & throttle actuators being just a few … also the interior on them is shocking & even when new they looked so dated . Also they don’t even make the claimed “420bhp” too & by todays standards there not fast at all
I mean you’re very much entitled to your opinion, but every engine has its problems. I’m only going to judge it based on a good healthy engine, and it’s a great engine. 😂
It's a money pit.
@@Lloydtriescars the issues on the s65 are well known & many engine builder will tell you how fragile these engines actually are . I was warned from different mechanics as well to these these e92 m3 a wide birth & after driving one I was in no hurry to buying one . Overrated very underwhelming money pit.
@@davida7713 I think you’re missing the point of the engine, but fair enough. You’re entitled to your opinion!
@@Lloydtriescars I think you are missing the point & deliberately ignoring otherwise you have zero knowledge at all with the s65 plus it’s not my opinion it’s facts. Go & research about the s65 & you will clearly see for yourself how fragile & troublesome these cars actually are . Plus they don’t even make the claimed 420bhp too with majority only making around 380 when on a dyno & it’s one reason why they are not even a fast car at all too
The interior is deliberately boring,
Looks like a fkkn Volkswagen
Cool
Even in the same Jerez Black color like mine E92 M3. We are happily married for 5 years now and plan no divorce in the future.
I can see why!