BMW4LIFE
11-19-2007, 02:49 PM
okay so I have decided that I want to stay with BMW but after a lot of research I have not been able to locate any reliable sources on the BMW M3.
I'm interested in the 2003 model as i have read that the 2001-2002 have a rod issue and you cant rev it high as you might damage the engine. Anyways...I can't really afford the ones with 10-20 thousand miles but the M3 that are in the 60-80 thousands miles seem to be more doable.
My question is...does any one have one or know someone that has a 2003 or newer with that many miles?
how long is that engine suppose to last compared to a 330ci?
are there many problems with that car or is it considered a reliable car?
what are the pros and cons in purchasing the 2003?
can i do the maintenance myself or is it all electrical that I have to take it to a dealer for a 150 dollar oil change?
I'm interested in the 2003 model as i have read that the 2001-2002 have a rod issue and you cant rev it high as you might damage the engine. Anyways...I can't really afford the ones with 10-20 thousand miles but the M3 that are in the 60-80 thousands miles seem to be more doable.
My question is...does any one have one or know someone that has a 2003 or newer with that many miles?
how long is that engine suppose to last compared to a 330ci?
are there many problems with that car or is it considered a reliable car?
what are the pros and cons in purchasing the 2003?
can i do the maintenance myself or is it all electrical that I have to take it to a dealer for a 150 dollar oil change?