2005 BMW M3 Review

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Written by: m3 on 08/05/2009

Vehicle

2005 BMW M3 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

much better than i was expecting and i was expecting a lot... best handling i have ever felt. great acceleration and looks. you won't understand until you drive it. sick nasty...

Favorite Features

comp package

Suggested Improvements

zero

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Perfect Coupe

Written by: Nocaster on 05/30/2009

Vehicle

2005 BMW M3 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I bought this 2005 M3 because I was looking for something that performed very well but had some interior room and was more flexible than a two seater. This M3 is a 6 speed manual and is otherwise stock with the Alcantara interior. I really love the Alcantara interior, it looks great and really holds you in place during hard cornering. So far the M3 has been everything I expected it to be and more. It's a very balanced package in terms of acceleration, handling, braking etc..When you factor in the fact that with a descent set of winter tires it's a car you can drive all year round it almost sounds like great value. Build quality is superb and I have not had any issues at all.

Favorite Features

Drive train feels very well balanced, looks, handling, braking. I love the whole car.

Suggested Improvements

perhaps a bit more bottom end torque when starting off from a stop

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One Word: Amazing!

Written by: Tim Fleener on 09/27/2008

Vehicle

2005 BMW M3 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Can't say enough good things about my M3. I love it! I have test driven many of these over the years, and I finally took the plunge and bought one earlier this year. It is everything I have always wanted in a car. Excellent good looks, enough room to have my wife and two kids in the car (plus a decent amount of luggage in the trunk), and power and handling that are absolutely breathtaking. Even with the amazing raw power that the engine is capable of, it still gets very good mileage if you aren't "on it" all the time. When not driving aggressively, I have averaged 27.1 mpg for a whole tank of gas. The ride is very stiff, so if you are looking for a cushy car, this is not the ride for you.

Favorite Features

7900 rpm redline. I keep thinking "I should shift now...", but then I realize I'm only at 6K rpm and I have almost 2K more to go. :) I also love the rawness of the power in this car.

Suggested Improvements

A little smoother ride under normal driving conditions that only stiffens up when you're driving aggressively. I can't think of anything else that I would change.

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The Ultimate Driving Machine

Written by: Ted on 05/06/2008

Vehicle

2005 BMW M3 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I came from a BMW 330Ci to the M3. The difference was astounding! The quality and build of the vehicle will not disappoint you at all. I have driven many high performance vehicles, and this appears to be the best daily drive and all around vehicle I drove. The horsepower and torque is perfect, and the sound of the inline 6 brings you to a euphoric state. The SMG takes time to get used to but is truly perfect for daily driving. I chose the convertible because I live in southern California where the weather is amazing, and because I do not track my vehicle. And not only that but you can hear the award winning engine much more. Truly, this M3 is the ultimate driving machine.

Favorite Features

The automatic convertible top, the award winning engine, the interior seats and leather, the steering and feel of the vehicle is just impeccable. The design is also the best I have ever seen by BMW.

Suggested Improvements

The parking sensors are a little late.

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Best Overall Sports Coupe!

Written by: TRB on 03/27/2008

Vehicle

2005 BMW M3 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Great looks with the performance to back it up. Everything you want in a sports coupe (performance, design, practicality, and overall appearance. Uncertain about SMG, but am quickly falling in love. The handeling is second to none, and the engine is always willing to give the driver more! All of this with ample space in the rear seats, and storage in the trunk.

Favorite Features

Performance, looks, SMG, nappa leather seats,

Suggested Improvements

Can do a little more with the interior for this kind of money. Exhaust with deeper sound.

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