Overview & Reviews

After a one-year hiatus, the 2008 BMW M3 returns and breaks with tradition by sporting a muscle-bound V8 instead of a stirring inline-6 under its bulging hood.

• Powerhouse V8 performance, coupe, convertible or sedan body styles available, athletic chassis, top-notch build quality.

• Navigation system brings with it exasperating iDrive, optional performance tires can be noisy.

User Reviews:

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  Does it all. Dont leave your gas card at home. - 2008 BMW M3
  By indydave62 - December 29 - 12:58 pm

  I purchased a 2008 BMW M3 Convertible with the DCT transmission two weeks ago. It has all options except extended leather and parking sensors. This car is amazing. Its ridiculously powerful and fast. If you feel like being an F1 Driver, you can shift with the paddles, if youre feeling lazy (or commuting), you can just put it in "D" mode, and let the DCT do the work for you. With the convertible hardtop, the car is quiet and rattle-free. The stereo is excellent, and the seats are very adjustable, supportive and comfortable.

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  Not worth it - 2008 BMW M3
  By lindsayg - May 6 - 9:38 am

  I always considered a convertible M3 as my dream car and in 2008 I went out and bought one- brand new. It was gorgeous and "impressive" but totally and absolutely not worth the sticker price. It had so many stupid quirks that I rarely drove it, preferring my Volvo station wagon (!). I will never again buy a BMW and I pity the poor guy who got mine when I dumped it after 2 years and only 15,000 miles. Im glad I got the BMW bug out of my system, but it cost a lot to be cured!

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  Underpowered - 2008 BMW M3
  By douglas stewart - June 17 - 8:27 pm

  Dependable and comfortable. Fun to drive. Brakes great, handles well. But, built to keep you out of trouble. Underpowered as can be for the real enthusiast your better off building an American v8 in a muscle car. These are tame in comparison. IMO BMW built these for folks that really dont know what real power is. They are very tame. Stomp the gas and wait. Ya for yuppies it may be a little impressive but for real men its a disappointment on a high level. Forgettable power, lame. I will not buy another 1 unless they trust me not to crash it, they dont. Needs much more torque and or turbocharging.

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  Awesome-But not amazing - 2008 BMW M3
  By Josh7881 - August 31 - 4:02 pm

  Having had an 03, 04, 05 M3 and recently the 08, I have been thrilled.The new body is great...just lacks the "stance" of a performance car. Materials are great, build quality is amazing. The interior is a little stale, even with the nav and extended leather. The car doesnt seem to have a "cockpit." The sport seats are comfortable, but not sporty feeling at all. Also-BMW PLEASE MOVE WINDOW SWITCHES BACK TO CENTER!!! No major problems...OH WAIT! They have depreciated so much it is ridiculous. I just got $44,900 for mine. (That was the highest of 8 dealers) I paid $69,900 fully loaded from the factory. Only had 12K miles, no scratches, etc. WORD OF ADVICE-DO NOT BUY NEW!!!!!! Buy slightly used.

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  M3 Perfection - 2008 BMW M3
  By MMMMMMMM3 - August 4 - 6:34 pm

  Ive always been a Porsche guy & even tried an 08 Vette for a while but a baby meant I needed a 4 door or I was sentenced to driving the wifes car all the time. I looked at the IS-F, E55, & C63 before buying the E90 M3. One drive and youll understand. The feel, sounds, handling etc are all unbelievable. When you are done driving like you stole it, it is a very civilized cruising car for the whole family. None of the competitors come close. I honestly didnt think Id like the M3 from reading about it as I thought it wouldnt have the torque to make me happy. I couldnt stop grinning on the test drive. Drive one and you will understand. The M3 is the best all around car on the market.

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  Love my M3 - 2008 BMW M3
  By Cordog - July 21 - 2:53 pm

  I have always wanted a M3 and with the introduction of the new M in 08 I couldnt have picked a better time to get one. I decided to go with the hard top convertible to get the best of both worlds. True coupe like design and then who could argue the experience of open roof driving. I have invested in an amazing performance exhaust because I was a little disappointed with the stock sound... no way did it sound like a V- 8, but it sure does now!! I also put H&R Sport lowering springs on it to give the car an even more aggressive stance at stand still and it corners even better now... if you can improve on the amazing handling it came with.

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  Lives up to its legendary billing! - 2008 BMW M3
  By AbaundvrM3 - January 24 - 2:29 pm

  All it took was one 5 mile test drive to realize this is a special car that lives up to every kudo the M nameplate has earned over the years. The 414hp pulls rapidly to the 8400 rpm redline and WOW, what music to the ears! Theres NO car that sounds so perfect when running wide open down the Abaun! Its an absolute dream to drive with perfect balance and only a hint of understeer. Im amazed at the usability and room in this vehicle. The interior is very comfortable and although its a supercar I can still put the family in it to go cruising. The trunk is large and the interior volume/space is perfect for 4 persons. If youre looking for the ultimate car, look no more... the M3 is it!

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  Car for all moods - 2008 BMW M3
  By Kojjan - January 20 - 3:46 am

  In terms of driving enjoyment this is the best car I have had. Wanted to point out the how nice it is to be able to switch from automatic mode when you feel like just cruising, to using the hand pedals when you feel like driving hard. Regardless of your mood you get best possible experience. In both situations the car handles great, and is fun. Having a cab that adds an additional dimension. So the new M3 Cab is the best possible combination of fun, diversity and quality of driving I have ever seen.

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  Elegant Supercar - 2008 BMW M3
  By jwalker-Ohio - January 9 - 12:29 pm

  Drove a 2009 Porsche 911 with A/M before I drove the M3 6spd. The 911 didnt impress me. The M3 blew me away. Got it will all the options and brushed aluminum. It is very comfortable. Takes a little time to get used to shifting the manual. You can tell a major difference from M mode and regular mode. Fuel economy is almost the same in both so I usually just leave it in M. In M it is a rocket, in regular my 4-runner accelerates faster. Icontrol is easy to use and they seem to have thought of everything and put it in the right place.

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  new m3 convertible - 2008 BMW M3
  By BOZO - January 5 - 10:22 pm

  Just brought my new 2008 m3 cab home. Traded a 2008 P 911S cab. The M3 is faster and tighter with 19s and M drive. I am really juiced. Have had a 2007 P911 turbo, a bmw 645, and another P911S cab in the last 4 years, but this seems to hold its own with the turbo and beat the rest. More comfortable the the Porsche with incredible handling. M3 has satellite radio, something Porsche did not offer until 2009 and then at a very steep option price. And my insurance went down to boot!