Todd Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I wanted the m3 but couldn't justify the running costs with my job not certain so I picked up a 54plate 330ci sport on the weekend. Same as me then, had the option of the M3 but went for the 330ci instead and very happy with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Just did a quote out of curiosity £909 Thats just silly money considering what i pay on the sup. I added the wife on it and she brings it down to £719. Still Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n boost Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Damn expensive to run. If you don't need the extra rear or boot space I'd recommend sticking with a Supra! I know!...... Just spent £1200 on mine this month! Wheel bearings £180 EACH Tyres x2 ps2.....£440 Brake discs/pads £300....and a few other bits and pieces! Problem is most the bits are dealer only parts and u pay the M tax on them. Just the front wishbones are approx £850 for the pair fitted and a steering rack £2500! Parts are expensive but generally they are very reliable and i'm on my second e46 m3 now. Never the less great all round cars and worth every penny of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 This all very odd. My M3 costs under £400 (just) to insure fully comp. That's less than my BPU Supra. The m3 is totally stock at the moment, but I've got a BBK arriving next week, so I expect that'll bump the insurance up a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Just the front wishbones are approx £850 for the pair fitted Is that price fitted at a main dealer? Mine needed a front wishbone (don't they all) I think it was £300 from an Indy. generally they are very reliable Apart from the Springs. And Wishbones. And ARBs. And Alternators i'm on my second e46 m3 now What one have you got now? great all round cars Yeah, I really like them too. Apart from the piss-poor brakes they are really nice to drive hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnanshah247 Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 just spoke to a friend of mine who works in an insurance company, apparently the M3 was one of the most stolen cars from 2003-2008. even though they had trackers etc. absolutely loads of them were stolen! probably why insurance companies dont really like them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupra Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I'm looking at buying an M3 at the moment, the best quote's i've had so far are £601 full comp with a £300 excess, or £518 third party fire and theft with a £450 excess. To have the extra cover given for the full comp added to the tpft quote would take the premium above that of the full comp to begin with . Does the reliability go down hill after 60k ?, there is a big differance in the warrenty cover qouted in this thread for before and after that mileage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Some useful info here http://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?t=189390 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I'm looking at buying an M3 at the moment, the best quote's i've had so far are £601 full comp with a £300 excess, or £518 third party fire and theft with a £450 excess. To have the extra cover given for the full comp added to the tpft quote would take the premium above that of the full comp to begin with . Does the reliability go down hill after 60k ?, there is a big differance in the warrenty cover qouted in this thread for before and after that mileage. I hope you're ready for the name calling an gesticular waving if you get one. I've had 2 E46 M3 SMG's. Never had a problem with either of them. Saying that they where both low milage, but I did drive them like I stole them They used less juice than the Supra, and were cheaper to insure by £150. I'm actually contemplating getting another and putting an HPF turbo kit on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupra Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Some useful info here http://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?t=189390 Cheer's for that Todd . Do BMW over here do these pre purchace check's ?. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupra Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I hope you're ready for the name calling an gesticular waving if you get one. I'm used to that, I get that even when i'm not driving . Hope you're well Mig, long time no see. When you gonna take me out for a ride in the porker ? . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I'm used to that, I get that even when i'm not driving . Hope you're well Mig, long time no see. When you gonna take me out for a ride in the porker ? . I'm good mate, you? I'll take you out for a ride anytime you want lover;) As for BMW PPI. Lind/Coopers/Arden, whatever they call themselves this week, will check whatever you want them to. Charge you for it mind you. I don't think they will guarantee the findings of the test over a certain age though. Best give them or Tunbridge a ring. Ask for Grant in 2nd hand car sales over at Lind/Coopers/Arden or just go to the Service department. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n boost Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Is that price fitted at a main dealer? Mine needed a front wishbone (don't they all) I think it was £300 from an Indy. Apart from the Springs. And Wishbones. And ARBs. And Alternators What one have you got now? Yeah, I really like them too. Apart from the piss-poor brakes they are really nice to drive hard. Yes thats main dealer prices and the wheel bearings are plus labour as thats just what they cost. Mine were done at a indy so saves a fair bit but on cost/labour. I bought another carbon black/red leather manual but this time made sure i have every extra including HK/sunroof/heated seats etc. Mine is pretty much stock apart from H&R springs, axiss ULTpads and some AC schnitzer pedals etc. Stock brakes are a let down but apart from that great all round cars. P.S have u checked your bootfloor for cracking near subframe mounts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkdtime Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 P.S have u checked your bootfloor for cracking near subframe mounts? I wouldn't be too bothered if you found that; As long as the car is stock BMW will replace the entire floor pan IIRC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n boost Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I wouldn't be too bothered if you found that; As long as the car is stock BMW will replace the entire floor pan IIRC. Apparently a good will gesture, so they can always refuse! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I bought another carbon black/red leather manual but this time made sure i have every extra including HK/sunroof/heated seats etc.Sounds like you got the perfect one for you. It's funny how people's tastes differ though; I'm not fussed on HK, Sunroofs or heated seats and I dislike red leather interiors. Still, it'd be a boring world ... etc etc P.S have u checked your bootfloor for cracking near subframe mounts?Yeah, it had a full inspection last month. I don't think it's a common problem anyway, is it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkdtime Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Apparently a good will gesture, so they can always refuse! Not according to BMW in the States, I don't see what the same should not apply here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkdtime Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Yeah, it had a full inspection last month. I don't think it's a common problem anyway, is it? They did take preventative measures by filling around the effected areas with foam, yours may have been done already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n boost Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Not according to BMW in the States, I don't see what the same should not apply here. I know they lost the case and BMW NA were ordered to re-imburse people who had paid themselves to get it repaired and fix any car under 10 yrs old. Repair takes 3-4 weeks and costs approx 3-4k per car so bmw try to wiggle out of it if u have modified bits like bushes, springs, slick tyres etc. Anyway know someone who has it and has had bmw dealer take pics of crack, just waiting for authorisation from head office to go ahead and will see if they refuse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n boost Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Sounds like you got the perfect one for you. It's funny how people's tastes differ though; I'm not fussed on HK, Sunroofs or heated seats and I dislike red leather interiors. Still, it'd be a boring world ... etc etc Yeah, it had a full inspection last month. I don't think it's a common problem anyway, is it? Its starting to become more common as people start to check for it. U wont really know its cracked unless it gets really bad and that could take ages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyB Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 This is a scary read, was hoping to get one aswell, read alot about things going wrong and the running costs are very scary i found out with insurance today http://forums.m3cutters.co.uk/index.php Alot of info on here about these Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philstowell Posted December 14, 2009 Share Posted December 14, 2009 Im 32 been on company insurance for 13years I thought you were older ha ha:innocent: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted December 14, 2009 Share Posted December 14, 2009 Blimey, is this thread still going! I've still got my M3. It still seems to be costing me for something every month. So far... 2x Rear tyres ......................... £530 Oil and filter Service ................ £205 New alternator + Broken spring + Worn out front wishbone + Rear trailing arm bushes + Mot ................................... £1389 (inc £60 to fix blown number plate bulb!) Inspection II service at Main Dealer ...................... £850 Set of stock wheels (used) ..... £500 AP brake upgrade.................. £1900 Refurb/Powder coat wheels ..... £300 Stock rear brakes .................. £350 Retrofit stock Nav/TV gear....... £300 (not fitted) More tyres last month ............ £500 A lot of the above aren't things I had to buy. I could've saved some money by sticking with the standard brakes (although they are quite poor) and not bothering with the OEM Sat Nav (which is rubbish anyway, to be honest). The servicing cost isn't all that bad really. OK, it's ~£200 for an oil service but then it doesn't need servicing again for 12,500-15,000 miles. The Inspection I or II services are only every 25-30k miles. Plenty of you guys on here spend similar amounts running a Supra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GINNO78 Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Im new to the forum and after owning an E46 M3 before the Supra I have to say the running costs are crazy.....seriously think before buying one!! I was having to keep a £500 kitty every month just for the car!! Every month something went wrong!! and I had a low mileage just 42000 miles 53 reg M3 Xenon failed new xenon headlight was £370 Auto leveling of headlights failed shortly after £210 Alternator went £470 Warped discs £400 SMG pumps have issues mine was playing up as it wouldnt select 1st gear at times and sometimes wouldnt move to 0 for me to start the car!! I sold it shortly after this as SMG pumps are 2k to replace!! Inspection 2 services are £800 at dealers about £500 at indy!!! Rear subframes are weak and prone to cracking especially if suspension has been upgraded...... Averaged about 19mpg ..... Overall a great car but with a very linear power delivery, doesnt feel as quick as the Supra or as fun as I love the turbo torque the Supra has Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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