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Here’s some thoughts from someone who deeply wanted to buy an e46, but ended up getting an e36 m3 (286ho euro version) and then eventually moving to an e92 m3.
Before i bought the euro e36, I drove about 4 different e46s that were for sale near me.
At the end of the day, it’s an awesome car in its own right. Beautiful to look at and drive. But, they are not built to the same quality standard as the e92, and with the passage of time, are not materially more modern or improved in practicality and luxury vs the earlier e36.
Meaning: they need TONS is maintenance mechanically and aesthetically due to lower quality, and don’t feel any less compromised than an even older (and 200+ pounds lighter) e36. Back to back, I find an e36 a more memorable and fun to drive car than the e46, without any real additional compromise and with a $$$ savings too.
The e92 is a different animal - sophisticated to the max across all elements of its execution, and built to a formula that existed only for a short time in the car world (exceedingly aggressive race inspired technologies aligned to peak formula 1 flair, and harmony/symmetry in terms of speed, handling, luxury, sound and practicality). I adore my e92 and will only ever consider to replace it with a 911 991 or later, to achieve the same level of execution to my taste.
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