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414 hp engine with 8300 rpm redline, coupled to a manual transmission.
Completely predictable responses, unflappable road manners.
M3 is a bargain in its segment.
I enjoyed owning my previous 330.
Manual transmission, sizable trunk, rear seatback can be folded, defeatable stability control, limited slip differential standard on M3, an array of "high-end" luxury features.
Dealers generally behave as if they make you a favor selling the car to you.
M3 averages 16.6 mpg. Spirited driving brings it to single digits. There is hardly any need for that, given the recent engine advances.
Costly to ensure. Regular 3-series does not hold value (due to its popularity).
More prone to breakdowns than the Japanese competition.
Regular 3-series comes with run-flat tires. Run-flat are awful over anything other than mirror-smooth surface. M3 came with summer tires; as a result, this ubersedan rides smoother than a regular 3er.
