2001 BMW M3 Consumer Discussions

Buying a Used 3-Series

Re: What is a better buy: 1999 BMW M3 or 2001 330ci (same mileage each) [platinummotors]

Written by: backy on Feb 22, 2009 01:15 PM

I think posting URLs to dealerships is against the membership rules?? Anyway, with a handle like that, you should WORK for this outfit. Or maybe... you already do!!! ;) Read More...

BMW M3 Maintenance and Repair

Re: reseting the ecu after oil change [gmonkies]

Written by: roadburner on May 18, 2008 08:58 PM

Does anyone knows how to reset the ecu for my 2001 m3 after my oil change? I remember reading somewhere that I can manually reset without needing a device. But I can't find that post now. Any suggestions will e greatly appreciated. 1. Key in 0 or off position. 2. Press and hold odometer button and turn key to 1 or acc. position. 3. Keep button pressed until any of the ... Read More...

reseting the ecu after oil change

Written by: gmonkies on May 18, 2008 05:13 PM

Does anyone knows how to reset the ecu for my 2001 m3 after my oil change? I remember reading somewhere that I can manually reset without needing a device. But I can't find that post now. Any suggestions will e greatly appreciated. BTW, does anyone know a website that I can find out bmw club event in southern california? Thanks! Read More...

Re: 2002 - 2003 M3 Reliability? [fedlawman]

Written by: gmonkies on Feb 05, 2008 10:03 AM

Wow, I never realized I can ruffle so much feathers with my believe based on the info from magazine report. I was only trying to give a fellow BMW enthusiast a point of view based solely on the 1/4 mile time as one of many measures. But I will entertain the comments and continue with this debate one more time. My recollection was that when Road and Track magazine introduced ... Read More...

BMW History and Engine Technology

Catching up...

Written by: shipo on Mar 28, 2007 03:26 PM

Sorry gang, Mrs. Shipo is working in Hong Kong this week and so in addition to picking up her half of the duties with the kids, I've had some pretty significant deliverables due this week. As such, I haven't had any time for recreational clicking. ;-) brightness04 "The 3.2 M3 engine is the only high output engine (i.e. not a long stroke engine designed for torque) ... Read More...

Buying a Used 3-Series

330ci vs e36 m3 Review

Written by: quattroporte12 on Aug 18, 2006 09:54 PM

Was just reading a review of a 2001 m3 and saw this quote comparing the old one (e36)and 330ci. Thought i should post it...from edmunds.com reviews. "When the last BMW M3 was sold in North America (from 1995 to 1999), it was an emasculated version of the car available across the Atlantic. While Europeans were ripping about in 321-horsepower M3s, we made do with ... Read More...

Re: What is a better buy: 1999 BMW M3 or 2001 330ci (same mileage each) [da

Written by: dsurti on Aug 16, 2006 08:11 AM

I had a 325ci that i traded for a s2000.. i really wanted the M Roaster/Coupe but i coudln't afford to make the jump... i picked up a used s2k for a few grand less than what i sold my 325ci for the s2k, m roaddsters/coupes, m3.. real sport/performance cars imo Read More...

Re: What is a better buy: 1999 BMW M3 or 2001 330ci (same mileage each) [fdg07]

Written by: dave330i on Aug 14, 2006 07:20 PM

I used to own a 2001 330i, 5 sp, with sport & premium package (basically 330ci with 2 extra doors). At the end of 2004, I traded it for 1999 E36/8 M Coupe (basically, M36 M3 in a modified Z3 Coupe body). If you're looking for performace, go with M3. If you're looking for more luxury, go with 330ci. Read More...

///M > 330ci

Written by: dsurti on Aug 11, 2006 00:22 PM

performance hands down i would say E36; M3: -heavier steering -LSD (limited slip diff) -a good clutch, not a "self adjusting" garbage clutch like the 330ci -does NOT have the CDV like the 330(clutch delay valve.. also garbage) -M3 is faster for smoothness/luxury.. 330ci edit: i'had a 2001 330xi automatic, 2002 325ci stickshift, and my cousin used to have a e36 ... Read More...

Re: What is a better buy: 1999 BMW M3 or 2001 330ci (same mileage each) [quattroporte12]

Written by: fdg07 on Aug 11, 2006 11:59 AM

Hey guys thanks alot for your comments and support!It really does help me :) Well here are my priorities: performance!!! But my problem is that will i have to sacrifice performance for reliability and maintanance? I mean the m3 is a performance car and Im wondering which car will be cheaper for repairs? Lets say i get both cars with 50,000 miles, which will be more ... Read More...