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2008 BMW M3 User Reviews

2008 BMW M3 Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 33 reviews

  • Performance:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5
  • Appearance:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars 4.7 / 5
  • Overall:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5

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PROS
"power" 20 reviews
"ride" 13 reviews
"speed" 4 reviews
"sound" 4 reviews
"style" 4 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 5 reviews
"heavy car" 2 reviews
"ride" 2 reviews
"expensive car" 2 reviews

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지훈 writes:
2008 BMW M3 Coupe Review
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Performance, Drivability, Comfort, Design.

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2008 Bmw E92 M3 — The 2008 E92 BMW M3 is an amazing car, in which I can't really describe in this small square with the amount of time I currently have. It performs marvelously, is comfortable to drive, and is fantastic for both daily and spirited aggressive use. The M Dynamic function works like a magician to give you that balance of slide versus grip, and the power and torque come on quickly and steadily. The only qualm I have about this car is quality: the engine has already broken once (there is a TSB for this) and the manual transmission has a intermittent grinding issue, present in an estimated 5% of these cars, which BMW flat out refuses to acknowledge, for fear of losing money. The DCT also has a few issues as well, although there is currently a fix for it available.

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Jonathan writes:
2008 BMW M3 Sedan Review
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Big Grins

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Best Sports Sedan On The Road — One of my favorite cars I've ever owned.Awesome performance for what it is. Awesome breaking great corning and hi rev motor makes for a fun car on the track and not to mention the best sound you'll hear from a sedan.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Ashkaun writes:
2008 BMW M3 Coupe Review
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Good overall performance especially its handling & Practical & Luxurious & good price

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A little heavy & Its looks are ok

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2008 Bmw M3 — THE VERDICT: PERFORMANCE is incredible!! Very Powerfull Engine, accelerates beautifully(0-60 in 4.1), top speed is ok (161mph), Brakes stop on a dime. Its handling is the best thanks to the amazing suspension and tiny racing steering wheel. A little heavy though (3652 lbs) ROAD has great luxuries such as a nice sat nav system. Very practical but a little thirsty when it comes to gas (14/20 MPG). Amazing price for its performance ($60,000). Looks like every other BMW. It can definitely street race!!!!! I know, i did it!!

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Zack writes:
2008 BMW M3 Coupe Review
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Performance and handling.

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Front end is a little much when parking.

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Bmw Is Stilll The Ultimate Driving Machine — Performance great. Practicality not great. Quality not the best BMW has come out with. Apperance always gets a look. Cost of Ownership.... lease is the only way to go. Fun factor unless your wealthy its hard to beat. Very fun to drive. Gas mileage better than expected. Can't fit a set of golf clubs in the trunk.

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Sean writes:
2008 BMW M3 Coupe Review
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Everything

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Gas mileage, price

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Bmw 2008 E92 M3 — Performance - It's an M, you know what that means. Build Quality - Build very well, strong welds, no squeaks or noises. Appearance - Gorgeous body lines, Fat rear tires with wide body, M badges, and nice colors. Cost of Ownership, 14/20 MPG is pretty lacking but that's the price of performance. Financing is quite expensive as is insurance but the utility gained from ownership makes it ok. Fun Factor - Unmatched. 414HP, 0-60 in 4.1... Manual Transmission. Lovely!

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rkoonce writes:
2008 BMW M3 Coupe Review
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Power, sound and style are awesome.

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Logic7 Enhanced Premium Sound cuts the bass as you go faster or turn up the stereo.  The DSP Processing in the head unit and MOST fiber network makes adding additional amplifier not as effective, as if raw analog source could be tapped into.

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The Bmw M3 Lives Up To The Ultimate Driving Machine Reputation. — The car looks, drives, and handles great. You would think that for the pricetag, that a factory alarm would be standard; however, it is not. No complaints about the driving or handling of the car, but the technology integration could be a bit better. I am not a fan of the Logic7 fiber network, and the limitations it imposes on customizing the sound system.

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Peter writes:
2008 BMW M3 Coupe Review
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power

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fuel

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Very Good Power Car — the best car a ever own ,nice and safe to drive ,fun factor high .performance top bracking top .cost are not to crazy for a power car .after 4 year still love this car . nice look in whit and carbon roof

Primary Use: Family transportation

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daveth1218 writes:
2008 BMW M3 Coupe Review
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It's an M3, so pretty much everything.  Handing is best in class.  Power is awesome.  Ride is terrific.  The sound of the engine at 8400 rpm is amazing.

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I'd have to say that the electronic accessories (such as the iPod interface) is not as good as it could be, and the keyless ignition is nothing more than an annoying gimmick.  Also, the two cup holders are terrible.  

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Simply The Greatest Value In High Performance Motoring — This is my second M3. My love for this car just keeps growing. It is a fabulous car both as a commuter and as a track car. It has two distinctly different personalities. On the street it can simply be a 3-series with extra torque. But on the track, above 6,000 rpm it morphs into a shrieking V8 with grip that has no end. What's so amazing to me is that everything that competes with the M3, including the 911SC, the F430 and the GTR all retail for close to DOUBLE the cost of a new M3. What a deal.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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larryjen writes:
2008 BMW M3 Sedan Review
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Inspires confidence

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Inspires confidence

larryjen
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Ultimate Driving Machine — Best handling car with 4 doors and a useful trunk. Creature comforts yet performance oriented engine, suspension and chasis make this the perfect car whether you only own this car or other cars. Add this to car to your bucket list!

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Sean writes:
2008 BMW M3 Convertible Review
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handling, power

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Use It Or Lose It — Performance - heaven above 3000rpm up until 8400rpm, fade free braking and amazing handling. Build Quality - no repairs needed, no squeeks/rattles. Appearance - looks good inside and out Cost of ownership - only 15 miles per gallon, free regular maintenance Fun factor - SOO AWESOME

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Cost $38,473 Average Instant Market Value $21,843 Average Instant Market Value $39,745 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 20 28 17
Horsepower 414 230 500
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 12.0 12.0 14.0
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.5 41.5 41.50

Reviews From Other Years

2013 BMW M3 Reviews

If You Could Only Own One Car By Patrik

best car I've owned by far, not just by performance. Overall great package for every day use. Might be a tad pricey but it's well worth the price! Nothing can beat it's handling, yet you can use it as... Read More

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2012 BMW M3 Reviews

Expensive, High-maintenance Fun By tmc930

Fast, nice handling, beautiful looking, awesome sounding, M mode is fun, excellent sound system and technology... BUT Bumpy, Bad in snow/ice/rain, High maintenance parts, Very low bumper, Gas guzzler.... Read More

Humbling By tvieso

From the moment I first sat in an M3, I knew I would own one. Since I first sat in my own M3, it's been nothing short of an amazing experience. I'll touch on each one of the above rankings and then ad... Read More

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2011 BMW M3 Reviews

Great Car By rrhartman

I like the car - very fast and nimble. Great looks. Complicated adjustments to practically everything. Hungry for power and gets a little persnickety at low speeds. Rated as highly likely to be a f... Read More

Pure Driving Pleasure By EgyptianMagician

Can't wait till this car is modified. With 600hp under the hood I'm quite sure I can kick a 911's engine-toting rear end! The amazing road stability this car maintains, whilst pumping out 420hp is rea... Read More

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2010 BMW M3 Reviews

Ultimate Bmw By GG42

I've owned three M3s since 1998. Even driven several M5s. This M3 is the best. Would keep it forever but don't have the room for it plus the new ride. DCT (dual clutch) is amazing technology. Wish the... Read More

The Muscle Car By Fabio

The BMW M3 Convertible is performant in the acceleration and in the handling, good to do the turns but it's not good in the speed; this doesn't mean that it isn't a fun car to drive! I Have three word... Read More

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2009 BMW M3 Reviews

Lemon By M3haver

I heard really good things about this car, but it turned out to be a piece of crap. It barely ever starts up, it leaks oil, transmission fluid, power steering fluid and brake fluid. The bearings go ... Read More

As An Overall , I Loved This Car By Yaser

Performance - Very Good acceleration, Good braking,Very Good handling Build Quality -Everything was ok, only heats up quickly in Dubai Weather Appearance - Lovely, console was boring Cost of Ownershi... Read More

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