Sheer awesomeness of this car starting to bug anybody else?

smmmurf · 12-13-2009, 05:33 PM

Hi all.

another long time bmw guy and love my e90 m3. had it for 4 mos now and love it. when driving aggressive, the engine is phenomenal. however i can never seem to stop smiling because of all the torque available up to 4k+ and then when it goes past that it gets even better.

driving any other more pedestrian car like my dd civic hybrid, i have to admit, it was refreshing to know i have an m3 in my garage with all that smooth, linear power down low and incredible rush up high. yes, i know, the m3 may not reward lazy driving technique as well as a jaguar XF diesel or 335i however it is nice nonetheless especially because you can actually rev it over 4500 rpm and get usable power. It's just so good that I can't find enough excuses to drive it and i almost feel guilty that everyone doesn't drive one.

anybody else feeling this way?

Nawaaz · 12-13-2009, 05:44 PM

Sweet thread LOL!

I'm feeling the exact same way!

tunawi7cheese · 12-13-2009, 05:57 PM

basically, what you're say is...

U

ur M3? Did I missed anything?

///M Rakete · 12-13-2009, 06:04 PM

I don't even have my car yet (although test driven extensively) and yes, I agree, the awesomeness is just totally obnoxious. I mean, when I give it the "beans" (a la Jeremy Clarkson) the performance, and that must mean the "torques", is just epic!

r53s65e90 · 12-13-2009, 06:23 PM

I pinch myself everytime I drive... But it doesn't bother me.

smokinjoe64 · 12-13-2009, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smmmurf

Hi all.

long time bmw guy and love my e90 m3. had it for 4 mos now and love it. when driving aggressive, the engine is phenomenal. however i can never seem to stop smiling because of all the torque available up to 4k+ and then when it goes past that it gets even better.

driving any other more pedestrian car like my dd civic hybrid, i have to admit, it was refreshing to know i have an m3 in my garage with all that smooth, linear power down low and incredible rush up high. yes, i know, the m3 may not reward lazy driving technique as well as a jaguar XF diesel or 335i however it is nice nonetheless especially because you can actually rev it over 4500 rpm and get usable power. It's just so good that I can't find enough excuses to drive it.

anybody else feeling this way?

Yep!...your not alone! I've been rollin' a Bimmer since `92 (e30, e46 (2), e53, e39 & e92) along with other brands.

My current e92 M3 is a daily driver for me while living in the Twin Cites (I'm originally from Los Angeles), which says a lot since winters here are no joke

. It's simply awesome to have a vehicle with both versatility and sheer 'bad-ass' performance to master most every driving condition (at least with the right tires).

Without a compelling reason, from BMW, to replace the naturally aspired V8...it's a genuinely a keeper IMHO

-=Hot|Ice=- · 12-13-2009, 06:31 PM

This thread makes me want to leave my lease a year early and get an M3.

Takumi587 · 12-13-2009, 06:32 PM

LOL i am waiting for someone from the "Low end torque bothering anyone else" thread to come in here and say something haha.

-=Hot|Ice=- · 12-13-2009, 06:35 PM

This thread needs to go 30+ pages.

Tio///M · 12-13-2009, 06:38 PM

I can't get enough of her!! I love when I downshift in M mode on the DCT, the stares and the smiles people give in return. Truly make me feel like an M whore in everyway!!

smokinjoe64 · 12-13-2009, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Takumi587

LOL i am waiting for someone from the "Low end torque bothering anyone else" thread to come in here and say something haha.

...yeah kinda ironic

mkoesel · 12-13-2009, 07:15 PM

Nice!

akssriva · 12-13-2009, 07:29 PM

I'm still having trouble believing I actually own one.

Leozap · 12-13-2009, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akssriva

I'm still having trouble believing I actually own one.

Get back to reality

You do own one!

TwoSaints · 12-13-2009, 08:04 PM

Yes, the awesomeness of the M3 is more than I can handle but I WILL keep fighting the good fight!!! LOL

Had some fun with the M today and made me smile from ear to ear - just the sound of the engine is addicting.

Cabinetman · 12-13-2009, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akssriva

I'm still having trouble believing I actually own one.

I feel this way as well. I've wanted an M3 since high school. It has taken me 18 years, but I made it happen. The next one on the dream list is a 911.

smokinjoe64 · 12-13-2009, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabinetman

I feel this way as well. I've wanted an M3 since high school. It has taken me 18 years, but I made it happen. The next one on the dream list is a 911.

...yep, a GT3 is next for me

330CIZHP · 12-13-2009, 08:19 PM

You own one hell of a machine is what I can conclude after driving a 6 speed manual sedan and M-DCT coupe. Although, I enjoyed the 6MT immensely, but that is a personal thing.

After having driven a 335 as well, I don't know what people are talking about in terms of lack of torque in M3. It is plenty. I did feel the M3 wanted to stall everytime I got off the line releasing the clutch or accelerate off the line, but it must be due to the M-dynamic mode I enabled altering the spark ignition to reign in the power to keep the car from going sideways. I am sure if I had turned off all stability systems, I would be spinning sideways while trying to rev up to 2500 rpm and release the clutch getting off the line.

Krozi · 12-13-2009, 08:27 PM

This thread is gonna get good hahah

stryker1 · 12-13-2009, 08:30 PM

I just put my IND painted side markers and side tinted led gills
so not only is she purtier shes also faster .

I have an 2008 with 13 k miles on it and i look forward to driving her hard

URBAN LEGEND · 12-13-2009, 09:03 PM

This car is biblical and epic.

M3twins · 12-13-2009, 09:18 PM

The driving experience in an M3 is not just all about torque.. I think the key word here is balance. In every sense of the word the car is the most well balanced machine I have ever driven. It speeds up quickly and nimbly, and finesses its way through the twisties so well that it is mind boggling. A car at this price point never felt so good. I absolutely love to feel the wheel in my hands and the feedback from the road is very rewarding.

12-13-2009, 05:33 PM	#1
smmmurf Colonel 310 Rep 2,189 Posts Drives: E92 M3 DCT 353k+ miles Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Half Moon Bay, CA iTrader: (7)	Sheer awesomeness of this car starting to bug anybody else? Hi all. another long time bmw guy and love my e90 m3. had it for 4 mos now and love it. when driving aggressive, the engine is phenomenal. however i can never seem to stop smiling because of all the torque available up to 4k+ and then when it goes past that it gets even better. driving any other more pedestrian car like my dd civic hybrid, i have to admit, it was refreshing to know i have an m3 in my garage with all that smooth, linear power down low and incredible rush up high. yes, i know, the m3 may not reward lazy driving technique as well as a jaguar XF diesel or 335i however it is nice nonetheless especially because you can actually rev it over 4500 rpm and get usable power. It's just so good that I can't find enough excuses to drive it and i almost feel guilty that everyone doesn't drive one. anybody else feeling this way?
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Nawaaz Brigadier General 221 Rep 4,643 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: . iTrader: (0)	Sweet thread LOL! I'm feeling the exact same way!
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///M Rakete Rocket Scientist 33 Rep 948 Posts Drives: BMW 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Utah iTrader: (4)	I don't even have my car yet (although test driven extensively) and yes, I agree, the awesomeness is just totally obnoxious. I mean, when I give it the "beans" (a la Jeremy Clarkson) the performance, and that must mean the "torques", is just epic! __________________ 2015 BMW M5 Sedan Returned to BMW at end of lease.
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Tio///M ///M South Lead 46 Rep 863 Posts Drives: Jerez Blk / Fox Red Ext Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In Miami Serving all of SoFLA iTrader: (2)	I can't get enough of her!! I love when I downshift in M mode on the DCT, the stares and the smiles people give in return. Truly make me feel like an M whore in everyway!! __________________ ///AA ///Challenge ///MS ///EAS ///OEM ///H&R /// MFlight!! .......NOW ///M SOUTH on Facebook!! FOR SALE!!
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TwoSaints Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 227 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Beaumont, Texas iTrader: (0)	Yes, the awesomeness of the M3 is more than I can handle but I WILL keep fighting the good fight!!! LOL Had some fun with the M today and made me smile from ear to ear - just the sound of the engine is addicting.
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330CIZHP Major 62 Rep 1,211 Posts Drives: BMW 330 CI ZHP Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Calgary, Alberta iTrader: (0)	You own one hell of a machine is what I can conclude after driving a 6 speed manual sedan and M-DCT coupe. Although, I enjoyed the 6MT immensely, but that is a personal thing. After having driven a 335 as well, I don't know what people are talking about in terms of lack of torque in M3. It is plenty. I did feel the M3 wanted to stall everytime I got off the line releasing the clutch or accelerate off the line, but it must be due to the M-dynamic mode I enabled altering the spark ignition to reign in the power to keep the car from going sideways. I am sure if I had turned off all stability systems, I would be spinning sideways while trying to rev up to 2500 rpm and release the clutch getting off the line. __________________ ""A great sounding, responsive, high-revving, naturally aspirated engine is part of the DNA of a thoroughbred sports car. No two ways about it." - Lamborghini on turbocharging Last edited by 330CIZHP; 12-13-2009 at 09:11 PM..
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M3twins Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 249 Posts Drives: 2009 Le Mans Blue E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	The driving experience in an M3 is not just all about torque.. I think the key word here is balance. In every sense of the word the car is the most well balanced machine I have ever driven. It speeds up quickly and nimbly, and finesses its way through the twisties so well that it is mind boggling. A car at this price point never felt so good. I absolutely love to feel the wheel in my hands and the feedback from the road is very rewarding.
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