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      06-17-2017, 03:29 PM   #6
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I've always wanted a convertible and of all the the M3 versions, the E46 looks the best to me with the top down. Just something about it checks the right boxes. Was looking for some past owner experiences with the E46. Thoughts?
Avoid the SMG and take it to the dealer for an inspection. I had one where something in the drive train or rear suspension was breaking loose from the unibody/sub-frame. Search e46 subframe tear or failure. Otherwise, fun car in a manual. SMG is a dog. The newer DCTs are night and day improvements over SMG.
+1. Avoid SMG at all costs. 6MT is the only way to go on these cars.
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His: 2016 F80 M3 | SO/Full SO | ZCP | 6MT (ED June 2016)
Her: 2016 F36 428GC | Carbon Black/Coral Red | ZMP (ED June 2016)
2013 F30 328i - Retired
2009 E93 335i (ED June 2009) - Retired
2008 E60 535i (ED March 2008) - Retired
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