The BMW 3-series has long been a legend in the luxury sports car market. It made Car & Drivers 10 Best list for 22 years straight – from 1992 to 2014 – making it the longest-running entry. However, that reign ended shortly after the release of the F30 and the 3-series has yet to make…
Most engine and car performance upgrades begin (and often end) with an ECU tune or remap. This is considered a cost-effective method of gaining horsepower and torque. What’s more, the same procedure also helps to increase fuel economy. The good news is that this is perfectly legal and only takes about half an hour to…
The M340i and M3 are both excellent performance cars from BMW. They’re both enthusiast cars that deliver great performance, handling, and driving experience. While both carry an M-badge only one of them is truly an M – the BMW M3. The M340i is known as an M-Performance car (or “M-Lite”), but isn’t truly built or…
In our opinion, the F80 M3 and F82 M4 are among the best looking BMW’s of all time. However, if you’re researching lowering springs, you likely agree the M3 & M4 have too much wheel gap. A set of lowering springs is a great mod to drop the M3/M4 ride height and close the large…
Engine fault codes are also known as a diagnostic trouble code – or DTC for short. These codes help point you in the direction of any potential issues with the engine. If you own a car for the long-run then chances are you’ll run into at least a few fault codes along the way. BMW…
The BMW E36 is an awesome car that allows for a lot of fun builds. It’s a popular pick for a budget-friendly track car as we examined in our E36 track guide. The M50 and M52 engines also allow plenty of potential with the right upgrades. Whether you’re looking for a modest 400hp or insane…
We often find ourselves writing about the twin turbo 3.0 inline-6 BMW N54 engine. It’s a true gem for several reasons; N54 powered cars are cheap, fast, and easy to mod. However, there is a popular belief that shines true. Fast, cheap, reliable – pick two. It’s no secret that the N54 is NOT a…
Since the introduction of the BMW X SAV they have been fast selling models. The X3 was actually BMW’s best-selling model in the United States in 2019. Given the X3 is a popular car it makes sense that the X4 is a common comparison. BMW X3 vs X4 models share many similarities, but also have…
E36’s relatively small and lightweight nature can make them fun street or daily drivers. However, with these cars pushing 25+ years old, a few upgrades will go a long way in improving the handling and performance of them. One of the best performance upgrades is replacing the worn stock suspension with a set of coilovers….
The BMW E46 might be old but it remains an excellent car to this day. Some consider it the last true 3-series thanks to its performance heritage, NA inline-6 engine, and relatively small size. However, as the E46 is an old car it could use a bit of an extra edge. Among the best upgrades…
The M3 and M4 share many things in common. It’s actually more so a change in marketing than a change in BMW M models. The major difference is simply that the M3 is a sedan while the M4 is a coupe. For some, that may be the only piece of info to make a decision….
The BMW N54 engine made its debut in the 2007 E90/E92 335i. It then made its way into a handful of other models including the 135i, 535i, and Z4. The twin turbo 3.0L inline-6 direct injection engine was a totally new direction for BMW at the time. The new design also showed with a number…
