I Spent Six Figures on a BMW e46 M3...
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In today's VLOG, I share the exhilarating and unexpected journey of winning the world's most expensive E46 M3 on Bring a Trailer. This isn't just any M3-it's the only Laguna Seca Blue, slick top, cinnamon interior, manual E46 M3 in existence. From the moment I saw it listed, I knew I had to have it, but little did I know the rollercoaster that awaited me.
As the most desired E46 M3 in history, the auction was fierce, with bids flying in from all over. One competitor, known as Gear22, kept outbidding me by thousands, pushing the price to astronomical heights. When the auction ended, Gear22 emerged victorious, and I thought my dream of owning this iconic car was over.
But fate had other plans. A few days later, the sellers reached out with unexpected news-Gear22 couldn't come up with the funds to complete the purchase. This twist of events opened the door for me to step in. With Gear22 covering the auction fees, I seized the opportunity and secured the car.
In this video, I recount the thrilling story of how this legendary E46 M3 became mine, from the intense bidding war to the unexpected second chance. Join me as I collect the car, take it for its first drive, and explore why this Laguna Seca Blue beauty is the most special E46 M3 in history.
Don't miss this epic tale of determination, passion, and the joy of finally owning a dream car. Hit LIKE if you love a good comeback story, COMMENT your thoughts on the E46 M3, and SUBSCRIBE for more automotive adventures. Let's take this incredible ride together!
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This is madness! Many years ago I bought a 2006 M3 Interlagos Blue Competition w 90k miles. While not as special as this one, I only paid $18k. Car drives amazingly well and has been ultra fun and reliable. It’s a never sell.
Never sell my friend. Amazing car and I’m happy you love it
@@brandonlerman1540
Good times. Good times. That’s exactly how I feel about it. I have now added a new term to my life “permanent collection”. Includes an M Coupe, E46 M3 and waiting to add a Porsche 911. That should do it.
@@brandonlerman1540 thanks for sharing and for your support on the vid
@@brandonlerman1540 thank you my friend
Can't compare. Of course the prices have gone up for sure. But it is a unicorn in the E46 universe with 50.000km. Literally a one-off. He probably can make money from it right now in an auction.
3 miles from the office? Short trips will not be good for that car or the engine.
Don’t worry I also take it to lunch, gym and dinner 😂
@@MiamiMilesit will be fine 🤦🏻♂️
I believe if you spend $100k on a car, he probably has enough money to fix whatever future issues/maintenance it needs.
Super clean car bro
Also it has over 20k miles not 20 miles. The car is fine.
Short trips and not letting the s54 properly warm up and heat cycle are exactly what cause these engines to spin rod bearings. But then again, I'm sure if he paid over 100k for an e46 he can afford another 1k to do the rod bearings
Gear22 was probably the owner whacking the price up 😂
No, just the ultimate spec. But yeah, it was too much money. That's why he talked them down to $100k. (And partly why I walked away.)
You the puppy?
Wonder if you made him
Money or you cost him
Honestly a classic. My late Dad actually had this car with a black interior, and this video brought back a lot of memories. We got snowed in at the Grand Canyon and had an awesome time. Hope you get to enjoy this and create as memories with family and friends.
Thank you my friend for sharing. Can’t wait for my son to have these same memories. God bless
Cograts buddy! I just bought my own E46 M3 Comp in Interlagos Blue! Cannot wait for it to arrive. The best M car ever made!
Enjoy it my friend. Interlagos is peak.
Had a Carbon Black E46 M3 6SPD that I am now missing so much. This spec is insane and I am happy for you!
This car is an absolute blast to drive and in 10 years time will probably be one of the most sought after classic cars up there with some of the Porsche models from it's era. It's both beautiful and has enough power. It's a true all rounder.
Facts.
Should title the video “I spent 6 figures on an e46 m3” would def be more attention grabbing! Absolutely love the channel and the car collection, will def be looking forward to all the videos on this tging
Thank you for the suggestion. Will try it
Definitely caught my eye that’s why I clicked on the video
Congratulations on the purchase!
@@zali9657same lol had to see
Damn, this E46 is so precious. Lost for words. It’s scary how we have such similar tastes. Brother from another mother. Enjoy it!
Thank you my bro. Can’t wait to see you one day in person and have you drive it 😎 love that we share such similar tastes in cars
I gave my manual 2003 Topaz blue M3 to my 18 year old son. It has full Dinan suspension, exhaust and HRE wheels. The car now sits at 85,000 miles. I had it detailed, ceramic coated and ppf on the front end. It mostly sits in the garage and never sees rain. I probably washed it more than I drove it.
Your son is one lucky person. Amazing car my friend
This is Madness. Madness this is E46 M3.
Crazy man. Congrats Enjoy
This video deserves a lot more views! Keep up the good work
Thank you my friend
God damn, back in 2012 I bought a Carbon Black 2004 E46 M3 with Cinnamon interior 29k miles for $25k and it had the stage 2 Dinan tune with Dinan exhaust, and Dinan suspension package, it was such an amazing experience to own this at 18. Drove it till 2014 and 75k miles and sold it for the same price I purchased it. Dude after me purchased it, put another 10k miles and sold it in 2018-2019 for 35k LOL. Funny how these cars go up in value. If I can own it again I would never sell it but I also got to experience other amazing cars after it like the e60 M5 from 2015-2018 (sold with Troy Jeup motor build in 2018) and the Moonstone F06 Gran Coupe M6 With Full Extended Platinum interior and headliner which I still own and have no plans on selling anytime soon!!! Building an e60 M5 with a bolt on motor was one of the best experiences of my life!!! E46 M3 is a lion in the jungle, ENJOY YOUR CAR MY DUDE!!!! 💪💨💨💥
Thank you my friend. Love the cars you’ve owned. Can’t wait to share this one some more with you
The day I think a 20 year old car at 100k is cheap…. I made it . I love the e46 M3. Arguably the best m3 ever made.
agreed. It’s the GOAT M3 IMO.
wow.... the e46 M3 really has become a timeless design... sooo good in that color / interior combo... the C class and A4 of this time period are long forgotten... what a beauty
@@tomlabarb2640 agreed man.
Congrats! Can only think about when I’ll be able to acquire this type of car. Any clunks on a 29k mile e46?
Wow those shifts look so smooth smh 🤦🏾♂️ 🤙🏾 awesome 👏🏾 🔥🔥🔥 the e46 is the best m3 ever.
I remember these from back in the day, incredible color! 💯 Also, great edit on that intro! 👊
I know the guys who sold the car and I know that transporter, he shipped my e36 M3 to Miami a few months ago haha... good guy, he loves M3's.
@@mac_m3 yea he does. He’s a great guy.
I love mine for all the same reasons!! Gorgeous car! Love your passion for it. I understand it all too well myself!
Thank you my friend. Happy you have one too and are enjoying it
I saw this auction and commented on it. this is the one. i have a 05 e46 manual with 19k miles. alpine on cinnamon. absolutely love it but selling it back to original owner. hoping one day to get a spec like this…ill source the cinnamom imterior seperately buy its on my bucket list. to the OP, if ever in miami…inwould love to see this enthusiast spec.
One of the most beautiful cars ever made. WOW!
Now THIS is STUPID! I own one and bought it for $6500 USD. Been driving it for seven years now and it's great! But to imagine that someone would pay THAT kind of cash for one is just DUMB!
That’s because this is a collectible. This is the only one in this spec in the country. It’s THE e46 and I imagine someone else will always pay $100k at least to own it. I know as a car it’s not worth it, but as a collectible it is.
@@MiamiMiles that someone else gonna be Gear22
@@lllMPower Nah, I got a E90 CRT instead. 1 of 67. Never imported to America.🎈
oh yeaaah, that feeling of finally snatching the car you consider being the sexiest thing ever and no one can convince you otherwise 😁😍👍🏻
got mine last year (not a bimmer)
And it’s got cinnamon interior?! Absolute dream spec right here!!! 😭
#1 gears22 glazer he lost the car but won the mental battle
Even being low mileage how about the infamous rear subframe cracking itself apart was this already taken care of or is that future expensive repair now part of your purchase price.
My friend bought one new with that color combo and now I wonder if this is the same one, but I can't remember if his was a slick top or not. Hard to believe he would have only put 29K miles on it though.
What a colour combo! Big congrats on getting such a rare e46 M3! It looks brand new
Enjoy it in good health 😊
Thank you my friend
Very nice ! Congrats! This would be my next addition to my 340 2018 laguna seca blau🎉
Congratz bro! I currently own a PRISTINE 2002 LSB M3 Convertible SMG with less than 70k miles. Garage kept for over 10+ years and rarely see's the sun, I put maybe less than 1k miles a year on it. Seeing this auction and this video brought so much joy to me as it gave me some sense to what my car, could be worth if I ever wanted to sell it on BAT. Maybe sometime in the future. Enjoy my friend! Its a classic, I cant tell you how many car enthusiasts stop me at gas stations and red lights and offered to buy my car for cash lol
Whats LSB mean ?
I have one also only sees 1000 miles a year or less
Drive the damn thing, please
Love it man. Keep it and enjoy forever
Wow that is a RIP for Gear22
Just picked up an Imola Comp pack and it's incredible how well the e46 has aged, the car is truly timeless.
Love the color combo, beautiful car man.
Imola is stunning. Congrats on the acquisition
crazy it was designed in 1997! next level!
Excited to see some e46 content! Was checking the auction constantly and was bummed you didn’t win, but it was meant to be.
Yes it was. I can’t believe it fell into my lap
beautiful example in a rare color combo, epic! the SWEET BMW era is the 2000's, so OCD with them I can't get out of e83 x3's, my personal fave for an suv.
@@joesmith9216 thank you for your comment. I love it too. My current favorite car
Wow!!!.. Out of words for how much it sold for. Beautiful gorgeous machine. Enjoy it. Greetings from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷…
Gracias hermano. Saludos
I’ve dreamed about owning an e46 slick top with a 6 speed in Laguna Seca blue since they came out! Incredible purchase!
@@tonyguilliams5849 thank you my friend. The car is unbelievable
I swooped in and got my individual order e46 m3 on bat as well. RNM, the highest bidder pulled out, and the seller and I made a deal. Carbon Black, cinnamon interior with wood trim. So sick! 45k miles.
Sounds amazing. Lmk around when you bought it so I can’t check it out
Back in 2019 I was in high school and I remember wanting this car so badly in a manual and back then very good example were 56K it’s crazy how appreciated these cars have come now. This spec is Gorgeous.
The constant gear 22 is too funny in the video
It is crazy how much they’ve appreciated thanks for your love regarding the spec.
I used to work for BMW in Sydney when these came out and both the manual and SMG are amazing. Then you have the CSL what a weapon. Congrats on the purchase.
Thank you my friend.
Congratulations dude! Drive the damn thing, rain or shine you will never regret it 🙌🏽. I hit 250 km on my 03 & with up keep maintenance like Rods, Vanos, Subframe, Valve adjustment, full tune up and cooling done. The car runs FANTASTIC. Enjoy it 🤪
@@farufas thanks for your comment my friend. Ima drive the crap out of it
Watching this makes me want to hold onto my e46m3 fo life. Sigma Rizz my damey…gooning hard
I feel lucky to have gotten mine for 15k in 2018. Prices on these are crazy now.
With how many miles?
@@MotivateSnaps 64k
@@Bj0rn248 wow, three months ago I bought one with 130,000 for 15k, you definitely got a great deal.
Congratulations, Mickey! It's fantastic. So funny, we just spoke of my #1 goal/"dream" cars over time. You're working backwards. It's been the GT3 the last 12ish years, which replaced this, an LSB E46 M3 for 7 years. Next, you'd need to get a 2000 Honda/Acura Integra Type R. Last, would be a CRX/Si to be B16 VTEC swapped, modified, lightweighted, and tuned. Please continue to enable my vicarious living. Fulfill the list.
Love this my friend. Thank you for sharing your garage. Would love to own all of the cars that you have
@@MiamiMiles Oh, I really wish. Those have been my #1 DREAM cars over the years. I have not attained a single one. Our tastes sure coincide though. Go get that Type R. Watch Misha driving them/Hondas on the Nurburgring. He's driven everything and LOVES them. Maximum Fun Factor.
I remember seeing this auction end and thinking, "Who has paid this insane amount?" I guess I have my answer now! That said, that's an INCREDIBLE spec for that car. It's even got the right wheels! Enjoy it!
@@mattsmith6514thanks for your comment. I will. Gonna be even cleaner in a week. Can’t wait to show it to you.
Not me. 🤣
I was watching this auction, an absolute incredible vehicle. No telling how much this car will be worth in 10-20 years, sky is the limit! 🎉
Agreed. I think it will do very well long term
Does it sound like nfsmw?
Wow that thing is beautiful, congrats man.
Thank you
Beautiful piece of art. I’ve never seen this color combo before and it’s been my dream spec. Even if I got one I’d still put some Recaro in Cinnamon😊
That would be amazing with those seats. My problem is that I just want to leave it minty 😅
Please add Competition (ZCP) wheels. Will make all the difference in the world.
Came in to say this too. Those wheels are made for the e46 M3
square style 67’s look better than ZCP wheels, sorry not sorry
Definitely thinking about it
No way keep the 18s
The ultimate dream machine🤯🤯
The bring a trailer comment intro was so good. Individual M3s are too good. Glad to have one from BAT too.
Congrats man. Nothing better
As an convertible owner of a e46 m3 I can say its an experience
Yes it is. I love the vert
I have the same LSB e46 M3, but mine is convertible, I had to upgrade many parts to make it handle like a coupe, great chassis, my favorite car besides the Porsche GT3
Hey I have a non-m 330ci, just curious to know what you did to make it handle like a coupe? I know the power difference but would like to make mike better too. Thanks
My favorite car besides GT3 as well
@@mikolizazi you need to upgrade the sway bars front and rear, to stiffer ones, get a set of high quality coilovers, I don’t know if the 330c comes with a 3 point brace, if not get an upgraded one, get multiple braces all front and rear to stiffen the whole body, and reduces body flex to same level as a coupe, it would probably would have less body flex than a e46 stock coupe
@@Andredelagarde Thank you, will definitely look into doing that.
Also I have 04 LSB e46 M3 vert 70K miles - there no point in buy any newer car unless its Porsche GT3 great minds think alike
What a stunning color combo. Absolute beaut.
@@kaylanchetty thank you 🤜🏻
I obsessed over that BaT auction. Subbed
Me too. I couldn’t get over this car
Congrats on the win. I want one of those so badly
Plz get one. You won’t regret it
I know its very tempting to daily, but with the very thick 10w60 these cars run the first cold miles are very harsh on the bearings, so only doing short drives can be damaging, just something to take into consideration
What do you recommend to get the temps up to before driving then?
@@MiamiMiles take it easy till oil reaches 180f. Basically keep it under 4k rpm
@@MiamiMilesCongrats! you have to drive it a few more miles to bring oil temp up to 210 …I would do a few “laps” in mine even if I was just going down to the grocery store. My other “unpopular” suggestion is try an oil that comes up to temp faster….in my case it was
Total 10W60 …but it ran slightly over 210 during the summer.
Wow! The color of this car pairs perfectly with this interior color.
Your next step should be to buy a 750S
750S should be the last internal combustion engine
765
ZHP wheels, ZHP shift knob/boot, and CSL airbox are the only acceptable mods for this car.
Agreed
Clean car, looks new inside out but with suxh low millliage, I would say new owner will be stuck with atleast 10 k in preventative maintence due to age old rubber plastic part thats probably dry rotted? seals, all the bushing mounts on the car , subfrrame reenforcement.
I rather have bought a car that been driven around 100,000 km - 150,000 km max with mainatence history with everything that known to break and all maintence up to day with new parts.
Max 40 - 50 ,grand. I learn my lesson once buying a very a 90s jdm 😂car low milliage and endnup spending alot of money on maintence the old owner didng do becasje he thought he didn't need to since he barely drove it.
So i stuck with all the big engine ticket items, suspension over hauled everh rubber bushing and vacuum lines replaced .
Felt so dumb after warfs and never bought a low milliage car like taht again and always made sure what old car i boughy they have replaced most items once and some twice within the last 20 + year old car.
awesome car and spec, I wish the E46 didn't sound like crap, Forever a E9x M3 lover!
@@crispcarguru303sounds pretty good stock but it’s not an e92 in terms of sound. That’s for sure
Congrats! best M3 ever made and the best color combo.
Agreed. I’m in love with it
Unfortunately the cast iron block means the oil takes a while to get up to temp, 3 miles to work wont be enough to get it over 200F and be able to wind it out.....Looks like you'll be taking the long way to work every day ;)
@@jkilo367 been taking the super long way to work every day. What a machine.
I watched this auction. It was pretty nuts. Very entertaining.
I enjoyed it
I aim to please.
Insane set up love it
I own a 99 estoril
And I think seca blue is next for me
@@StefGio428 do it!!!!!!!! Love estoril as well. Great taste
put a CSL airbox on it and its perfect.
@@chrisheckguitar yea that will be coming
Congrats brother!!! Best E46 I ever saw!
Love you Gusti
Nice spec i had an 06 slicktop. A lot of fun to drive
Yes it is. I’m in love so far
the commentary in the beginning did it for me lol
Plot twist: Gear22 and auction conspired against you.
Prolly. But it’s parked in my garage right now and I can’t help but smile
Kinda, I guess. He got this one and I got a CRT and neither of us had to pay an auction fee. Smiling with what's in my garage as well. ✨
Nice ride, but we all know the best color is Alpine white!
Fellow e46 slicktop 6mt owner here.
nope, both these colors are not to my liking
Alpine is gorgeous 🤜🏻
Reach out to me if you need the coding done for the csl intake. Im local
That was you?!? I saw this all over social media lol
@@YoungSaiyanMan yea it was 🤣
Why is this car worth 6 figures?
Congratulations. I have a 194k mile M3 and the car deserves to be driven.
@@SuzukiGil10 that’s the perfect car. Enjoy in good health my friend
Hey @MiamiMiles which company did you ship through? I’m working on shipping my new LSB E46 from Washington and looking for a recommendation. Thanks!
Jay’s auto transport will help
+1 (954) 709-7541
Mate, just dont beat it until the engine temps are up.
I won't don't worry.
What a car enjoy it brother.
Thank you my friend
Don't turn of traction control in the wet like the 600LT. ;) The EDP clips were perfection.
Lmao. I won’t
It hasn’t occurred to you that the reason “Gear22” outbid you and couldn’t come up with the cash is that he was the same guy that was selling the car?
AND he paid the fee? Why would a random bidder do that?
You think that guy was just being nice?
Maybe… but there was no guarantee I’d buy
No conspiracy. Read my above comment. (Yes, we landed on the Moon.) (No, we're not living in The Matrix.) (Aliens are really real though. We've been visited, bro.)
Congratulations and thanks to gear22. 😂
Shout out to Gear22
@@MiamiMiles To borrow a line from the film "Gladiator" -- "Are you not entertained?!" Most of those BaT auctions are boring and 8 or 9 of 10 comments are from haters who either can't afford the car or are jealous. The platform has become a cesspool. It was fun to mix it up. You were a good sport (despite you posting this video trashing me based on incorrect information.) It's all in good fun. I'll buy it if you ever want to sell it.
Dont understand the hoopla on the color combo. It sold more than a mint 98 NSX.
True… idk. It’s just pretty to me
in cameras whether video or pictures it looks like this amazing shade of blue. But in person to the naked eye it has way more of a green tint to it giving it a greenish blue look. Result is everytime I see an LSB car on youtube I love it and think it's amazing. Then I see one locally in person and its not for me. Interlagos is a better e46 blue imo.
Well not e46 owners have gone mad
Sometimes a vehicle is greater than the sum of its parts…..
Perfection!
where is gear22??
I'm here. I'm up in it, baby.
I love the trolling, we need more of it :)
Congrats on purchasing the best E46 M3 💯
Thank you my friend
Bro u crazy. This car wasnt even worth buying for 35k 15 years ago and im tellin u its one of my dream cars
@@TheBestblue486 I know…. I did this crazy thing. Was concerned I’d never get another chance
@@MiamiMiles its cool. Its a great car, a legend. It all depends on ur budget. That 100k to u is probably like a 10k to me. Good for u brother. Enjoy it.
I've daily driven my 04 M3 for the last 8 years. Quite possibly the best 8 years of my life.
I’ve daily driven it for a couple weeks. The best couple weeks of my life haha
I have a 04 M3 Black/cinnamon with 35k on it, just sits almost a waste.
@@schafer240 drive it my friend. That car deserves to be driven
What a beautiful color combo!
Agreed. In person it is breathtaking
You could always turn this into the need for speed most wanted build! Make it even more iconic
It’s 1/1 why the fuck would you destroy it????
I would do that to a non one of one haha
Sick car. I have a LSB Z3M and it gets so much attention
That’s amazing. LSB is the most beautiful color I’ve ever seen on a bimmer
Lucky man
So you're the one who bought this. Dang, BMW Reddit post went crazy on this purchase.
Yea the internet went wild 🤣
35% window tint would be nice aside from that the car needs norhing enjoy
Awesome spec, hope you don't do anything dumb to it. Congrats.
I won’t. It’s too damn perfect
@MiamiMiles I'm Gear22. It was a fun auction, but you have the facts wrong. I didn't have to pay the BaT fee. It was waived because the seller lied to me during the auction about accepting my Maritime Blue 964 in trade and then also inadvertently (or stupidly) sent me a screenshot of him and his partners bad mouthing me during the auction, so I just walked away. OTS is just starting out and this was the first car they actually owned (their business is otherwise all consignments), so accepting a trade was something they couldn't ever afford (so they outright lied to me). I bought a E90 M3 CRT in Europe instead. It's currently being federalized. Nevertheless, congrats on getting a beautiful car. Enjoy it in good health. But always remember, it's a grown dawg's game -- ain't no puppies out here, baby. Cheers, Erik.
This is such a scam. Just stop commenting dickhead. EVERYONE knows you assholes bid it up.
I hadn’t seen your comment!!
Love that you took the time to write here.
All fun and games and an even more fun conclusion to the auction.
Tell me you don’t still dream about cinnamon 😉
Congrats on the M3 CRT. An amazing acquisition
Holy smokes what a find
Indeed. Thank you 👍🏻