Today s post features BMW s E46 version of the venerable M3 sports car. One of my all-time favorite cars!


The E46 M3 is one of my all time favorite cars, so when I heard that friend of the blog Ryan was inviting his friend to the photo shoot, I was secretly excited. And, it just so happens that this particular E46 is one that s in the unique color Laguna-Seca Blue. Yes, that s a factory paint option if you re wondering. Some may not like the color, it certainly is polarizing. But, I happen to like it. It does look better in person I think. That said, I probably wouldn t get my M3 in this color, and instead opt for some classic German silver or white.


One thing I like about the E46 M3 is that it just looks so


.right. It seems like everything is in proportion. And I also have to say, although I hate them, the E46 looks good as a convertible as well. It may not be a beautiful car, but when you see it, you know what it s about. And I also happen to think BMW did a perfect job with setting apart the M3 over the standard E46 3 Series cars. It s not downright flashy (like the E92 is), but if you know what you re looking for, you can automatically tell it s an M.


If I continue on, I ll just keep gushing on about how much I love this car. I have had the privilege of driving one, although not nearly up to its full potential. But I ve known a couple of guys who ve owned one, and they as long as the motoring press, think it s one of the best driver s cars ever made. And although the E92 M3 is crazy in a good way, I happen to think the E46 is the second best version. And if I ever have the financial means to own an M car, you can BET I ll pick up an E46. No question. Oh yeah, wondering what I think is the best M3? That d be the E30 M3 of course. Now I wonder if I ll ever get to shoot one of those
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Special thanks to the owner for coming out and letting us snap this amazing car. I m however embarrassed to admit I forgot his name. I know, I m terrible with names. But, when I find out his name, I ll post it up! Credit where credits due!!