1997 BMW M3
This one-family, two-owner, 117,000-mile example was purchased nearly new in 1998 by Associate Publisher Joe Gearin’s dad.
Latest Updates
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Fresh Friction Nov 13, 2009
We install an Advanced Clutch Technologies clutch and flywheel in the E36 M3.
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Take a Deep Breath Mar 11, 2009
We replace our M3’s worn air filter with a new K&N unit.
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Underpanel Goodness Sep 25, 2008
While the E36 BMWs are wonderfully designed machines, their engine-protecting plastic undertray pieces leave much to be desired.
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New Suspenders Jul 24, 2008
The E36 M3 gets new suspenders.
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Attitude Adjustment Feb 18, 2008
Time ravages all things, and the once-mighty M3 suspension is not immune.
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Upgrading the E36 M3 Brakes May 4, 2007
This beloved E36 M3 was due for a braking upgrade.
1997 BMW M3 Specs:
- Body type:
- Coupe
- Country of origin:
- Germany
- 0-60 time:
- 5.5 seconds
- Displacement:
- 3201cc
- Stock horsepower:
- 240 bhp @ 4800 rpm
- Torque:
- 236 lb.-ft @ 3800 rpm
- Engine configuration:
- Inline-6
- Transmission:
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain configuration:
- Rear-wheel-drive
- Brakes:
- disc/disc
- Body width:
- 67.7 in.
- Curb weight:
- 3117 lbs.
- Wheelbase:
- 106.7 in.
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