We Bought An E92 M3 Competition! | SCD Driven 

This era of German sports cars will definitely be classics in the future. The c63 with the 6.2, the high revving v8 in the rs4 (manual too), and the v8 in the m3

I still own my 2011 E92. I've owned everything from Golf GTI to Porsche 911 to audi r8 plus, lambo hurracan, none of them can compare to the all round greatness of the E92 M3. The fuel eco sucks, but that sound is unmatched. With a few simple mods ( either the oem exhaust mod or Decat and sound dampening removal) you can get a sound that is completely unique on the road. Nothing sounds as good as this thing imo. It's not the fastest car around by modern standards, but its a drifting dream and I love it. Mine is creeping towards 30k miles now, im tempted to slow down use so that I can maintain it for the inevitable future classic status.

Best part of this all: 4 liter,no turbos, V8. Perfect.

The E9X M3 is a future classic for sure. It’s timeless design coupled with the fact it’s the last naturally aspirated M car (and only M3 to have a V8) will keep this desirable well into the future. The engine has so much character and I love how you have to wring it’s neck to get every last bit of performance from it. The S65B40 didn’t win international engine of the year 5 years running for nothing. I’ve got a 2011 comp pack E92 M3 in Mineral White and I love it more every time I drive it. I’ve had it 3 years and I’ve yet to feel any signs of boredom. I’ve done a fair few mods to it over the years and the one that made such a big improvement was the OEM exhaust mod. I went for the 2.5 option and it’s perfect imo. Gentle on the throttle and you’d think it was stock, stamp your foot down and the car truly comes alive and roars like mad. Paul at PCW Exhaust Mods did mine, but Chris Batten at Mod Stock does equally as good work. Definitely get in touch because it’s reasonably priced to do. I’ve also fitted a GTS style carbon splitter to the front which sets it off perfectly, although your M performance corner splitters look good too. Next week I’ll be having the full Eventuri setup fitted to the car: Carbon plenum, intake and airbox lid. I can’t wait. It’ll be like a V8 CSL. Certainly not cheap, but it completely transforms the sound of the engine, and imo induction noise > exhaust noise. I also upgraded my angel eyes to a crisp white to make it look a bit more modern. Fitted a genuine m performance spoiler like yours, gloss black M3 boot badge (same size as oem) and had a leather flat bottom steering wheel finished to oem spec. Spacers finish the look of the car and give it a great stance. I opted for 12mm all round but most people go 15 up top and 12 rear. Enjoy the car, it’s truly an end of an era machine and I plan to keep mine for a long time.

This is the best looking e92 M3. Every e92 M3 needs the M Performance carbon parts

I bought this exact model and everyday I fall a little more in love

this is the last era of true analog drivers cars - a 6 speed manual is MANDATORY!!!!

E92 M3 -has to be one of the best cars ever made, honest to god they are something else. I’m on my 2nd, have it 3 years. 2012 Dct. My first was 2008 manual - had it for 2 years. The dct car is much better suited to the V8. Such a glorious car

Best sounding M3 to date!

Still looks great even 10 years later

the best modern M3 ever - bar the holy E30 and E46 CSL ofcourse

Such an impeccable car. Really perfect inside and out

Awesome! I love mine but I can totally agree with you on the brakes. I don’t know why BMW built this car with just single pot callipers, besides from that the thing is a track animal.

Red interior is always a must! Haha Nice car mate ;)

Those wheels with that interior and those M options.... super choice E92 M3

Bought a Java green competition E92 M3 about 6 months ago with upgraded Alcon brakes on the front. Never driven one with stock brakes so I can't compare but these certainly do the job. Only thing missing was the exhaust noise so I went for the stock exhaust mod and now it sounds like it should. Throttle actuators are already out for a rebuild which is disappointing for a 40k mile car but I knew it was never going to be a cheap one to run

Great review! I looked into purchasing one back in 2010, and again in 2018 as a used proposition. I agree with your assessment that although the intake sound is amongst the best for a vehicle anywhere close to this price range, the exhaust is very quiet from inside. I also agree that the DCT isn’t nearly as bad as some people like to make it seem. The manual version of this car isn’t anywhere near as good as some other transmissions in my opinion.

this video is fking beautiful, the shots are stunning

Until recently I had a standard e90 M3 and absolutely loved it. I traded it for something for modern - the Gillian QV in my avi but I do still miss that motor. Would have loved to have tried it on Cup2 tyres on a track though.

Had a red 2011 DCT with competition package. Immediately had throttle body go out. Got spooked about the rod bearings. Miss the sound though.

bought these on jerez black 6month ago . love it everyday .

Just bought this same model and spec last month. Can't get enough of it.

If you're looking to unleash a little bit more noise try out the 2.5 exhaust mod. Modstock on Facebook would be able to sort you out. Personally think the sound is perfect and how the car should've came from factory and should still keep you under track noise limits on the future too.

I have a manual one from 2007 and I agree with most of your comments. The handling is well described as the engine! As for the brakes, I have just Pagid RS29 front and rear, and despite the noise it's much better. Exhaust with decent noise are insanely expensive. One weakness for me in France is the size of the car. Not that comfortable with hooliganism on b-roads like I have been with my Z3m roadster 😊

Nice video! Looking forward to see what you guys do. Love the E-92 M3 I own a 2009! Exhaust and brakes. I think that’s all the car needs to be 100%.

Wonderful stuff. That induction noise is addictive. Thanks for posting.

Great review. We have and have had various M3’s but love our E92 the most. Ours is Space Gray too

Congrats. Lovely spec. I bought a e92 m3 frozen silver few months ago. Car is mega a very special motor.

A modern classic

Indeed mate, such a timeless example of the best.......

Sorry but the competition package is 2011 option. Manufactured from sept 2010. Not sure if this one has it as it sits a bit higher than mine I think(which has the Comp package).

Test drove two of these and bought a M2. I had an E82 135i with Birds package, great car. I am thinking of selling my M2 and test driving the E92 M3. Alternative is spend M2 money again on a 981 S. If I went for the M3 I’d leave it stock with the exception of a BBK.

you can make the DCT shifting even faster/sharper by getting the GTS tune

Compared to the electric M3 that BMW are currently producing, this is how a sport car should sound, this obsession with bhp have resulted in cars totally disconnected from the driving experience. Long live NA engine!

Beautiful video mate, you did a great job pulling its best attributes out front showcasing its strengths. Naturally ALL cars have their downfalls but for what it offers, true driving bliss. Keep the videos coming.

The last true ///M car!

I also own a Comp E92 M3 with absolutely the same purpose, so I would be reeaally curious about your brake upgrade choice! Nice vid, proper driving!

Honestly an M3 in stock form is more than enough for most people especially on public roads, you should really concentrate on driver mods before you do anything to the car

Great vid, agree it’s a great motor. Interested to see the brake upgrade, been considering this on mine for a while 👍

Any more videos coming up on your E92 M3, would love to see an update on the car!

Now if I am incorrect the V8 M3 from 2008- 2013 it had 420hp 295ft?

Tho I do sometimes miss the low end torque--for ME this is a something of a replacement for the "crotch rockets" of my youth, the high revs *and throttle response* are crucial for both car and bike.

Looking forward to chasing that down in The Peaks in the near future Matt but it definitely does need more noise coming from the back of it first.

great car indeed. I can barely beat the grip on the e46 m3 except in gear 1 . cant wait for winter to rectify that lol great car and probably at a great price as the value of some F series M4s are now 25k so the e9x is the model to buy at the moment as they wont shift quickly unless the price is reduced

I loved this Matt. Such a good vid. Great looking car and some stunning slow mo drifting!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

Subscribed. Will be hoping for lots of follow up videos of the modifications.

Well done, but the wristwatch is also a standout. Is it a Jaeger?

that steering wheel though

You lucky ones..I'm planning to buy one of this...very beautiful m3..

Lovely car

I bought a 2012 version in mineral white with same carbon parts a couple of years ago. Love it. Looks like the steering wheel has been upgraded to alcantara - is it worth it as thinking of doing the same? Be interested to see what you do with the brakes too.

Love the car for the NA v8 but the Rod bearing /Throttle actuators /Leaky DCT scares the shit outa me. This car can be a huge money pit/ headace without a warranty..

truly masterpiece.. That's all..

wow i love this M3 😍😍😍👌👌

I'm still debating buying one of these used to use as a daily over an M135i / M140i. The Mrs isn't too keen tho. Running a V8 does not sit well with her. 😂

Beautifull car

i bought a 2010 e92 m3 for the exact same reason

I LOVE this channel. The cinematography is grrrreat! 🤗

HEY! So you guys have owned the manual and dct... What is the verdict? pro´s and cons? and does the competition package make a difference? thanks!!

Sorry guys, competition package didn’t start til 2011

Amazing videography, great job!

Ooooooo congrats 👏🏼

Space Grey, the correct color for this car.

Space grey, please don't change the seats.

Love this car

Get an ECU and DCT tune. Completely changes the car. Easily the best M car ever made. The sedan is a better car.

I’m close to buying a 70k mileage example I’d that too high? it’s full bmw history and it’s immaculate inside and out I’m never going to sell the car going to just keep it and enjoy buy I don’t know if I should wait for one with lower mileage? It’s price is 19k Thanks in advance

If it hasn’t already been done get the rod bearings and throttle actuators done ASAP

Isn't the 7 speed dct that it uses the same as the one in the m4?

I though comp pack goes from 414 hp to 420-425 hp ?

5/5

How much does someting like this cost?

Gts wheels men🔝

Great vid - thanks! Subscribes.

Don't miss mine traded it for an RS3 and the Audi is so much better.

Strines.

i much more prefer low end torque instead

Real men's car

It's actually 420 hp

How much this car

What ever happened to this car, any more videos in the pipe line

nice waste money , enjoy bro

Dyno it and you will not find 400 horses under that bonnet

Never liked the rear, didn’t quite look BMW.....