#1 · Jun 5, 2011 (Edited) As the title says, I'm looking into purchasing a used E46 M3, in exceptional condition. Are the early years ones to avoid? I know they had rod bearing problems, but believe all of that should have been handled with recalls. Avoid the first 1-2 years of a new generation of a model. Compared to my former MB 430CLK, the M3 was much more lithe and agile. The MB felt heavy in the turns and pushed (understeered) a bit but was cushier on my tushy especially noticable on chicago all terrain like streets. Best of luck. zcV7IIo.

e46 m3 years to avoid