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2008 BMW M3 Overview

Likes:

  • Stunning V-8 power
  • Precise manual transmission
  • Supercar levels of traction
  • Grippy sport seats

Dislikes:

  • Techno overload with adjustable steering and suspension
  • Hefty, hefty, hefty curb weight
  • Cool interior -- maybe a little too cool
  • A bargain in its class, but no bargain

Bottom Line

By Marty Padgett's avatar Marty Padgett, Executive Editor

TheCarConnection.com’s car experts researched road tests of the 2008 BMW M3 two-door from across the Web to write this definitive review. TheCarConnection.com also drove the new BMW M3 in Europe and in the U.S. to provide an expert opinion to guide our review, to add ...

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Full Review

By Marty Padgett's avatar Marty Padgett, Executive Editor

Available in coupe and sedan styles, the 2008 BMW M3 transforms the usual 3-Series silhouette with lightweight body pieces, deeper front and rear fascias, and discreet “M” badging—all of which telegraph messages that this is no ordinary Bimmer. "The BMW M3 appears as a 3 Series...

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Other Choices:

Though the BMW M3's reputation brings a legion of fans with it, the new 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG may actually be faster, though like the Audi RS4, it comes only as a four-door sedan. The Audi supersedan also offers standard all-wheel drive, but it's slower and its price tag is nearly $10,000 higher than that on the BMW M3 or the Benz C63. Lexus's IS-F is a new entrant in this battle; its 416-hp V-8 engine and eight-speed automatic transmission give it a technical edge on the M3 and the others, but loyalty counts in this crowd.

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Comments (3 total)

  1. By  Liz #1, Posted: 10/9/2008

    BMW Sydney

    Love the new M3.
    How do you are my chances of getting one in pink though?

  2. By  Matthew Lloyd #2, Posted: 12/11/2008

    BMW M3 Seats

    I recently sat in the new M3 and as highlighted in your full review, the seats are excellent. I found them incredibly comfortable and supportive. Love the M3!

  3. By  Moto1 #3, Posted: 1/14/2009

    BMW Performance

    I've driven a lot of cars, including AMGs and my preference is definitely the M3. I think it's style is reasonably understated for the performance it delivers.

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