The chronology of the BMW E46 chassis model has become the fourth generation of the third-series models, and at the time of its appearance - the youngest in the family bMW cars. At the very end of 1998, new items were presented as the 1999 models first only in the appearance of sedans 316i. 318i. 320i. 3231 and 328i (326-320 modifications not to Americans were not offered). If the predecessors in the bodies were a little angry, although in these forms, there was a little more sporting back, then the cars on the chassis who came to replace them, with the overall similarity of architecture and nuances looked much more solid.
A somewhat large roundness of the forms of BMW E46, visually did not add "fat". On the contrary designer work Uniquely pointed out the increased muscle mass. And at least at first the superiority of the mechanical stuff compared to the previous generation did not look overwhelming, the body difference was reflected not only on aesthetics. The new design has become tougher by 70%, but also, despite the dominant corporate ideology of creating vehicles for the driver, adding an open source rear passengers.
Features of the suspension BMW E46
The design features of the suspension, brakes and steering remained almost unchanged, but the river has become wider, and the wider use of aluminum in the pendant components has reduced unsappressible masses. The extension of the wheelbase allowed the engine slightly back to maintain the same weight distribution as E36 (50/50). In the same year, only a little later, the line was replenished with coupe (Ci) and wagon (Ti).
In 2000, the MH modification appeared in the Gamme E46 in the body of the coupe, which in 2002 was supplemented with a convertible, 3-door hatchback E46 Compact, intended for the European, Asian and Australian markets, was presented for 2001 model year.
After a ten-year break in 2001, all-wheel drive modifications were returned to the range of machines of the third series. The transmission used in XI modifications constantly transfers the moment to all four wheels with the ratio between the front and rear axes 38:62, respectively. And front and rear Differentials In XI E46 are free, the dynamic stabilization system (DSC) and the thrust control system (ASS + T), control the rotation of the wheels, intervene in their operation.
Under the hood bmw e46
In 2001, 2.5- and 3-liter engines appeared under the hood of the sedans (respectively, they changed modifications: 325i and 3301). Constantly replenished and standard equipment equipment, and the list of options. And for sedans and universal 2002 modeling year was held restyling. These machines received other headlights and fog lights, a somewhat modified plastic of the side surfaces of the body, a wider decorative radiator grille, new front bumpers and a hood for 325i and 330i. Restyling was not limited to appearance. Gamma petrol engines Also was upgraded.
The very noticeable change was the appearance on the 4-cylinder engines of the Valvetronic system. In the suspension, the characteristics of the springs, shock absorbers and became tougher rear ripberometallic hinges. The transfer ratio of the steering mechanism has increased (the move of rotation from the stop before the stop has become less on the floor of turning less).
Not particularly long, but the rather cloudless life of the E46 platform on the conveyor did not cut off overnight. The first left the ruler in September 2004. 3-door hatchbacks Compact - the youngest in the range. Moreover, they were not transferred to the production relay on the next platform, but the cars of the new series of VMW models first.
In the middle of 2005, the sedans were gradually replaced by car conveyor on the chassis E90. The wagon in the same year gave way to machines E91. The coupe and cabriolets remained in production longer than others until they appeared at the end of 2006 coupe E92 and E93 convertible. BMW E46 M3 modifications were laid in production until the spring 2007 at the Geneva Motor Show was not shown a new EMKE coupe on the basis of E92.
BMW E46
In most cases, the device cannot be carelus - disposable lots. VMW cars are not from this number, but also tedious them maintenance Do not call. Attention The car will require exactly as much as necessary for understanding that they own not plastic soaps, but a real technique that loves lubricant, purity, and so on. Since the structural base of the motors was worked out on the predecessor, the machines on the chassis E 46 were almost spared from most children's sores.
The epic with Nicacle, destroyed from the sulfur-containing gasoline, did not affect the automobiles in the 46th body. By the time of their appearance, the manufacturer has already moved to cast-iron cylinder sleeves in b-cylinder power units. In general, the reputation of the "six" above, rather than 4-cylinder engines. And it's not so much in a stereotypical understanding, what should be a real BMW. Although the functions and those and other power units with properly operation It reaches 300 thousand kilometers, the "four" is harder to transfer an increased temperature load of the urban operating cycle.
Already 100 thousand, mileage kilometers may appear through the rear crankshaft gland (- € 20, plus work - € 60). If the engine overheating, this problem may occur naturally before. Big motors are delivered from this attack and if not forget about the control over the oil level (in order to protect against the wear of the hydrocomathers and tensioner of the timing chain), its timely shift (€ 1b0 - € 190 every 10-12 thousand km at urban operation), replacement Ignition candles are not less than 30 thousand km of run (€ 60 per set) and cleaning the injector, then they do not annoy the owner.
All versions of gearboxes - automata, semi-automatic (SMG) and pure mechanics work flawlessly. Only among the latter, assembled in the first year of production, there were instances with the inclusion of the first transmission. In mid-1999, the defect was eliminated, and the problematic aggregates changed under warranty.
Prices for spare parts BMW E46
Depending on the ride manner, the clutch replacement will be required after 100-200 thousand km, but there are often cases when and after 250 thousand, km the node is still fully operational. Its replacement will cost € 400 - € 500 (including the price of details and work). BMW suspension charm - in its kinematics and carefully selected characteristics component parts. It does not exceed the average average among classmates. This is especially true of the front McPherson. The rack of the stabilizer (from € 80 together with work) is faster. Before the first hundreds of thousands of mileage, shock absorbers die (€ 600 per complete set of replacement front racks, plus € 120 - € 150 for work), ball supports (€ 250 - € 300 per knot assembly with lever) and support rear rates (€30).
On our roads, the knocks may appear by 30-50 thousand km. The culprit of this will be the steering rail. The knock is gradually progressing, but without a criminal increase in the backlash in the mechanism.
The factory specification, its adjustment is not provided, despite the fact that the support nut in the design is. The new rail will require about € 1000. The tips of the steering (€ 70) are extremely durable. Front brake pads (€ 80 - € 150) may require replacement in the area of \u200b\u200bthe Z0-thousand mileage, rear (€ 80 - € 100) - about 60 thousand km. The replacement of each pair will cost about € 50 - € 60. According to the factory instruction, the front ventilated brake discs require replacement when installing each third set of pads (80-100 thousand km of run). The factory kit will cost about € 200. Details of third-party manufacturers times in half cheaper.
Prices for spare parts and regulations by service BMW. E46 not cheap. Nevertheless, the operation of these machines is not called the ruinage due to the extremely small probability of unscheduled visit to the car service. From the first years of release, BMW gasoline tresures were constantly kept in the avant-garde of the rating on the smallest number of breakdowns.
Perspectives BMW E46.
Today, the price variation on BMW E46 is quite large. The cost is lowly depends on the modification and configuration of the machines. First of all, it is due to their condition, which is statistically in the cars released in 1998 and 2005 will be much varied. The latter, if they cared for them, can be considered almost new specimens, because it comes to BMW, but the price tags are humane (2 tab.).
In our market, the majority of E46 have on the trunk of Sild 318i. This modification, especially with a 2-liter motor installed in post-folding versions, has the ideal balance of properties for everyday life, but also will delight the owner with an active work with the accelerator pedal.
Feels like Bavarian horses are much more, treated in other planet corners. The merit in this belongs, of course. Distribution of torque over the operating range of motor revolutions and the exact setting of the interaction of other engine and transmission systems. But look for additional horsepower In four cylinders less profitable than in six. Sixters - not only more reliable, but also provide tuning opportunities more.
However, in many Western partners for the improvements of 4-cylinder engines full-fully. Up to turbocts (€ 2500 - € 4000) and compressors (€ 4500 - € 5000). Along with the nomenclature of the stock and components from third-party manufacturers is possible to build turbo options with non-standard geometric dimensions subsoil of the power unit. But still the same operation (and almost for the same money - about € 10,000 - € 15,000 for a full range of works) with 6-cylinder devices more efficiently.
tuning BMW E46.
The manufacturer makes it for the "six-pot" crankshaft blocks, under which the piston stroke is 66 mm, 75 mm, 84 mm, 85.8 mm, 86 mm, 89.6 mm, 91 mm and rods with a length of 135 mm, 140 mm and 145 mm. The nomenclature of the piston allows you to build as atmospheric, the same inflatable versions. The compressor or turbine, delivered to the prepared bottom, make it possible to remove more than 450 liters. from.
The maximum-charged tuning version of the "Trex" will cost more than the Japanese. But the main thing - may be lost, brought by BMW engineers to the Absolute, Balance challenges, scrupulously calculated in the same EMKS or ALPINA'X, which are for most tuning benchmarks. The offer of the parts of the suspension, kites, and the accessories tuning is simply huge. Some of the factory only wheel disks About 20 options. Stylistics E46, as in stock, the same in the finalized versions, in terms of external tuning for many years have been erected to the legislative rank for the owners of various brands.
Legendary models in 46 bodies
BMW E46 M3 - EMCA
In general, it is believed that cars with a Literary "M" are a mansion in model row BMW due to significant differences from the standard row. But it was not always so. The cardinal revision of the basic design in the design of the M-modification began to practice precisely when working with the platform E 46. Unlike the predecessor, the E 46 MH was constructively different from ordinary car. In the exterior of M3 were common standard machines Only doors, roof and trunk lid.
Front wings with lattices at M3 were wider. Bumpers, skirts thresholds, mirrors, hood, back spoiler, 4-pipe exhaust - it and much more m3 was original. Differed and interior. The most visible innovations: steering wheel, sports seats and a combination of devices. Others were the motors.
In addition to the standard row (oddly enough it sounds) a compartment and convertible MZ, the M-Tech branch produced special limited series of machines. M3 GTR, emerged in early 2001, had a 4-liter under the hood force aggregate V8, who squeezed on-mountain in the racing version up to 450 liters. from. (331 kW). The civilian modification of this engine was modest - 385 liters. from. By the way, these civil versions were actually practically full-fledged combat vehicles, which were on sale for the sake of meeting the Competition Rules of the American Le Mans (AMLS) competitions.
Moreover, due to the same rules obliging to ensure the implementation process for 12 months, each of 10 copies exhibited at a price of a quarter of a quarter of a million euros each, sold only to chosen customers. In the future, the requirements of the rules have tightened even more, but in BMW no longer followed them. It was too expensive to release another hundred cars and a thousand "eights". GTR MH continued to participate in competitions not for the sake of legally legitimate victories (it was impossible due to permanent fines), but for the sake of improvement technical Concept. Today there are such copies of collectors, in close circles of people from motorhorsport.
BMW E46 M3 - CSL
Limited bMW Series E46 m3 CSL was released in the second half of 2003. In accordance with the decoding of the abbreviation CSL (Coupe Sport LightWeight) when designing this modification special attention It was paid to weight reduction. A lot of parts were used on the car: the roof, the front bumper, the rear diffuser, the door upholstery and the central console, besides this, the installation of the trunk lid molded from the fiberglass composite was sent to the weight loss. rear glassLightweight graduation system, racing seats. The model also lost sound insulation and sideways of safety.
IN basic configuration There were no air conditioning, and the audio system (though, in the options they were saved). From ordinary EMCI CSL differed not only weighing and elements of appearance. Motor power in z60 l. from. reached in other camshafts, valves, modified intake manifold and engine control program. SMG II gear control program has been changed. The suspension received thicker stabilizers transverse stability, Springs of increased rigidity. Subsequently, part of the components of the CSL version (19-inch wheels, suspension springs, steering rack, brake mechanisms And some others) received a residence permit in the Competition package (in the USA) in standard MH. In Europe, a similar package for Emok was called M-Sport (it is often confused with a ClubSport package for ordinary E 46, which included parts from standard M-models).
BMW's charged mivers are well known worldwide, but one of the BMW M3 E46 legends requires a separate review. This is not just a sports car, but a whole story, consider its characteristics and parameters in more detail.
During this period, several modifications and car options have been released. According to the body factor, the BMW M3 E46 is available as a coupe and convertible, the other options are excluded. To understand what this beast is capable of, consider in detail the configuration, characteristics and parameters M3 E46.
Exterior of the legend BMW M3 E46
The third series of BMW cars can simultaneously boast of power and compact dimensions. But still the M-series is much faster and attractive than standard option. It often happens that inexperienced motorists are confused by M-ki with standard BMW 3-Series equipped with M-Pack.
On the view of the charged BMW M3 E46 more aggressive than the usual three. The front part can be distinguished by a different hood, the front air intake of the griller grid is smaller. The curved lines are not stretching from the top grid BMW M3 E46, but from the bumper itself, thereby looking seen when the first differences. The hood of such M-ki also changed the form, immediately behind the classic emblem of the company, there was a convex part characteristic only for the M-series. Such a convex part of the hood is made in order to place a large intake manifold under the hood.
The most rare is considered to be BMW M3 E46 GTR, designed specifically for La Mans racing. For the racing season, the manufacturer has released only 16 such cars, and at the end, another 10 such cars were released, especially for the road. The characteristic difference of this variant BMW M3 E46 is the presence of zhabrov (additional openings for engine ventilation), as well as the presence of a factory spoiler behind.
The BMW M3 E46 optics are also different in shape, the side part on the wings is directed not upwards, as before, and the insertion under optics has a wavy shape, but the classic two lenses in the same fare have left unchanged. The front bumper BMW M3 E46 is also distinguished by an aggressive view, its central part occupies an additional grill for blowing the engine. On the sides of the bumper, there were fog and in some grades, repeaters of turns.
The side part is characteristic only for BMW M3 E46, the first is more expressive and advanced arches of the wheels, immediately behind the arches there are a hole for better aerodynamics, it was also located the first nameplate with the inscription M3. From the front arch and to the rear optics, the BMW M3 E46 is divided into the upper and lower part. Another difference can be considered smaller side mirrorscompared to standard complete setwhere they are much more.
As already spoke, by type bMW Body M3 E46 is available only in a two-door version. The entire length of the charged coupe emphasizes the molding, from the front and to the rear arches, which is at such a distance the bumper is installed. In front of molding, on front wing Posted the repeater of turns, which also put only on M3.
Rear part BMW. M3 E46 is almost nothing different, if you do not take into account the Special Editions of M3 E46. The trunk lid at the end of the curved, as a small spoiler, such a bend is positively displayed on car aerodynamics. Rear Optics BMW M3 E46, the same as in the ordinary model. But there is a difference in the rear bumper, the central lower part occupy two cuts under the paired exhaust pipes. It is they who create a pleasant and characteristic sound of a charged BMW M3 E46.
By dimensions, charged BMW M3 E46 will depend on the configuration, and the type of body. You can divide them on the coupe, convertible and exclusive model CSL. First consider the dimensions of the BMW M3 E46 Coupe.
- coupe length - 4492 mm;
- width - 1780 mm;
- height M3 E46 Coupe - 1372 mm;
- clearance - 110 mm;
- wheel base - 2731 mm.
- the length of the convertible is 4488 mm;
- the width is 1757 mm;
- the height is less than in the coupe - 1370 mm;
- cONVERTIBLE wheelbase option - 2725 mm;
- road clearance - 110 mm.
- length E46 CSL - 4492 mm;
- car width - 1780 mm;
- cSL height - 1365 mm;
- wheel base - 2729 mm;
- m3 E46 CSL clearance - 110 mm.
According to color color, BM M3 E46 body is painted into a huge number of shades, but most often found:
- silver;
- the black;
- dark blue;
- blue;
- dark grey;
- yellow;
- red;
- snow-white.
At first glance, the charged BMW M3 E46 can be confused with usually three, but those who know what the M-series is will definitely say that it is at all different carsboth externally and under the hood.
BMW M3 E46 Salon
If the exterior of the BMW M3 E46 had characteristic differences at first glance, then the salon of this car is not particularly different from the serial model, except that the presence of inscriptions (nameplates) M-series. The front panel is made in a classic style, and much will depend on the selected configuration of the car. There is a type of availability and location of interior devices as a TV, climate control panel and other decor details.
At the very top of the front panel there are two air ducts, under them, depending on the configuration, the audio system panel with the display can be positioned, or the usual audio system. In most BMW M3 E46 packages under the audio system, the climate control panel is located, but the option is not excluded that the air conditioner panel may be located (an example of this was model BMW. M3 E46 CSL). Nearby are located small set Buttons for control of heated seats, lock locking doors and other functions.
Even below the panel is hidden ashtray and cigarette lighter, there were a gearbox lever, the BMW M3 E46 set can be robotic or mechanical. On the lever itself, regardless of the type of gearbox, there will be a marking of the M-series in the form of the letter M. Right and on the left of the lever there are four window control buttons. Despite the fact that all BMW M3 E46 is two-door, for the second row provided glass, and for them, as it should be supplied, the windows button.
Behind the lever, the checkpoint was located mechanical handbrakeAt that time, there was little about electromechanical, and it was known, and reliability left to expect the best. It is quite convenient and thought out, the armrest is made, with a notch under the handbrake. No less interesting BMW M3 E46 driver's seat, the instrument panel is updated, but still in the BMW style. The central part is occupied by the speedometer, tachometer, fuel level sensor and engine temperature, placed indicators under the instruments. At the bottom of the Speedometer BMW M3 E46, the characteristic marking of the M series, three inclined stripes of blue, blue and red, as well as the letter M.
BMW M3 E46 control steering wheel is not particularly different from the standard model, in addition to the characteristic inscription of the M-series at thenime on the third needle. On two side spokes, there are control buttons mobile communications, cruise control and audio system. Behind the wheel there were handles for switching turn signals, janitor's control and other BMW M3 E46 functions. To the left of the steering wheel, there was a standard light control panel and fog. It is worth noting that for the BMW M3 E46 convertible since 2001, the driving are installed petals to switch gear.
If we talk about the seats of BMW M3 E46, then they are made with a sports style of that time streamlined on the bottom and from above, with a convenient fit and the possibility of electronic adjustment. The rear row of seats although it is designed to land two passengers, it is possible to accommodate there and the third, but not for long-distance trips.
As a material, for the upholstery of the BMW M3 E46 interior, high-quality skin or suede was used (for the CSL configuration). In colors, the interior is very diverse, much depends on the taste and the desire of the buyer of those times. Most often you can find a leather interior in color:
- the black;
- beige;
- grey;
- yellow;
- dark blue;
- orange.
Conclusion by interior BMW. M3 E46 - in comparison with the usual triple, then special differences No, except for the inscriptions, talking about the model belonging to the M-series and the front sport seats.
Specifications BMW M3 E46
Talk about appearance or BMW M3 E46 salon, then one thing, but the whole highlight legend lies precisely under the hood in the technical characteristics of the car. From the usual configuration, this charged car is distinguished new engine, improved suspension and lightweight weight, as well as improved aerodynamics.
Under the hood of the charged BMW M3 E46 has a six-cylinder atmospheric engine. This unit was recognized as best Engine Its volume for 5 years, from 2001 to 2006, although for the first time it appeared in 2000. The volume of such an engine BMW M3 E46 is 3.2 liters. For a coupe and cabriolet, the capacity of such an aggregate is 343 hp, with a maximum torque of 365 nm. Equipment CSL, due to lightweight weight, can issue 360 \u200b\u200bhp and maximum torque 370 nm.
In all variants of the BMW M3 E46 L-shaped engine is located longitudinally, and the drive is transmitted to rear wheels. The all-wheel drive option was not provided and was not released. In a couple of k engine BMW. M3 E46 is placed six-speed mechanical or automatic box Transmissions.
Despite some general technical bMW features M3 E46, Fuel consumption for each bundle configuration different. The usual coupe and lightweight CSL version with a mechanical gearbox consumes in the city of 17.8 l / 100 km. Over the city, consumption is 8.4 liters, and in a mixed cycle, 11.9 liters of gasoline will be required. Maximum speed ordinary coupe bmw. M3 E46 - 250 km / h, while the car will be able to overcome the first hundred on the speedometer in 5.2 seconds. The maximum speed of the lightweight CSL is the same - 250 km / hour, but the first hundred will be able to overcome in 4.9 seconds.
BMW M3 E46 convertible with a mechanical gearbox in the city will eat 17.9 liters per hundred, outside the city - 8.8 l, and mixed cycle Pull 12.1 liters. The maximum speed is still the same - 250 km / h, acceleration until the first hundred will take 5.5 seconds.
As soon as they press the gas pedal, the BMW M3 E46 is bungled to the asphalt and breaks away from the spot as quickly as possible, according to the technical indicators the car takes to failure and only the electronic stop does not allow the arrow to maximize the mark. Folk craftsmen bypass the limiter with various ways, and then the maximum speed increases to 280 - 300 km / h.
The unique package of BMW M3 E46 GTR is considered the most rare. The first was released in February 2001, the machine is equipped with a 4-liter V8 engine. Power of such an aggregate 380 hp at 7000 rpm torque. Pile to the engine installed six-speed mechanical PPC, with a special sports two-disc clutch and an M-differential capable of changing the degree of blocking.
Also with technical specifications, the unique BMW M3 E46 GTR got a hard chassis. In addition to all this, this car was noticeably understated to improve aerodynamics and better clamping power.
Regarding the suspension of the usual BMW M3 E46, then it is updated and improved. Front rack shock absorbers based on a triangular lever, there is also a transverse lever and transverse stabilizer. Rear suspension Based on telescopic shock absorbers, with a cross-stabilizer, a couple with a screw spring and a longitudinal lever. Brake system Both in front and behind on the basis of disk ventilated brakes.
It is these technical characteristics that emphasize and allocate BMW M3 E46 among other BMW cars of the 3rd series in the Body E46. Many BMW fans can say that this is a charged coupe, although in years, but nothing is inferior to modern such cars of its class on technical indicators.
Security Systems BMW M3 E46
A large set of security systems charged BMW M3 E46 can not boast, because at that time special electronic systems Simply was not in comparison with modern systems security. But as for that time, the equipment is not bad enough.
The standard BMW M3 E46 set includes a DSC dynamic control system, an EDFC engine monitoring system. For the front passenger and the driver installed two airbags in front and two side, the same in the presence of seat belts for the front and rear passengers. It is rumored that on the equipment with the display, the rear-view camera was installed, but there is no reliable data from the manufacturer.
Price BMW M3 E46 and configuration
Buy BMW M3 E46 in Russia. A very not rare model and quite a lot of these sports coupe was brought to the territory of the Russian Federation. The price will depend on the configuration and condition of the car, as many have already been a lot of year, and those that are driving, they have seen not one race on the road. A rare case when BMW M3 E46 is preserved in perfectly native state, as a rule, the price of such instances is twice as expensive than the usual M3 E46.
By the configuration, it is most often found by a BMW M3 E46 compartment, but cabriolet can also meet other modifications much less often. BMW company statistics shows that for the entire period 10 was released road cars The special version of the BMW M3 E46 GTR, the price of one such GTR was at that time 250,000 euros. The lightweight version of CSL was released in 1400 copies. Today used this BMW M3 E46 buy in Russia at a price of 2500,000 to 300,000,000 rubles.
On the used compartment and convertible BMW M3 E46 price in Russia from 700,000 to 10,000,000 rubles. There may also be tuned models from the manufacturer, they may be more expensive than 1,000,000 rubles. According to BMW, for the period from 2000 to 2006, 84383 copies of the BMW M3 E46 car in the body of a coupe and a convertible, without considering special versions.
To date, the BMW M3 E46 is considered one of the best, and the most successful models among the cars of the 3rd series. The combination of body and technical characteristics showed excellent aerodynamic characteristics and high-speed abilities. Owners of such BMW M3 E46 say that the car is worth the money that is asked for him.
Video review and history creating bmw. M3 E46:
Which was designed to compete in the American Le Man Series (BMW M3 GTR ALMS E46).
History
In 2001, BMW registered the factory team of four cars for speaking in the GT class in the American Le Man Series. Machines, equipped with four-liter V8 with a capacity of 450 hp, in the first year they achieved amazing success: Jorg Muller won the champion title on them in a personal event, and the brand received the designer cup.
During the year, this M3 won on seven of the ten tracks and took six pole positions. Its advantage was so high that other teams turned with a complaint. And not without reason. The essence of the complaint was reduced to the fact that BMW put cars that did not respond to the spirit of the Regulations: despite the fact that it was about M3, the racing GTR was built on the basis of the serial M3, since it carried non-row six, but the V-shaped eight (in the ALMS rules It was indicated that the public version was supposed to be produced at least two continents within 12 months).
Before the 2002 season, Mark made the necessary changes to reassure the organizers. The series went a small limited series M3 GTR for roads common useThereby replacing the coupe.
The price for the car was 250,000 euros
BMW announced the construction of ten BMW M3 GTR E46 for selected clients, but in the same 2002, the American Le Man Series changed the regulations (the requirements of oligation now needed to sell 100 road versions and 1000 engines), and BMW refused to participate in competitions.
Apparently the management of the BMW company decided to regret competitors, which the fact and the case "crushed" pointing to the finger on going confidently to the victory of BMW
In the 2003 season, the same cars did not participate in the American Le Man Series and went to explore the "24 Hours of Nürburgring".
Assessing the possibilities of M3 GTR on the new track, the BMW team returned to the victory and achieved it in 2004 and 2005.
Design
The car was painted in metallic silver (Titanium Silver Metallic), and the design acquired a much more aggressive design.
Body details, such as bumper, roof, hood, trunk with two cooling lines and wings are made of light carbon fiber reinforced plastic (GFP).
In addition, the car was equipped with a double-dipped clutch.
Interior
BMW M3 GTR E46 video
They know that the front "glasses" is driving around in this car and the metal in the back of the rear beam is cracked. Yes, and today, the standards - this is not a hurricane.But despite this, in the modification - "M", 46th Troika, - the dream of the majority, and the favorite is not many lucky ones. People truly adore this car, as you think, - why?
This is the third generation M3, and I think you will not get straight me if I say that this car is not inferior in his cultnor . This is exactly the car in which a huge number of gamers fell in love with the first NFS Vantted Bridge. From 2000 to 2006, 86,000 such cars were issued. 1350 of them were performedCLS.On the peculiarities of this modification (called by the way in honor) a little lower; But immediately notice— 823 cars from them were left-handed, and 535 - right-handed. Abbreviation itself -CLS.By the way, deciphered as -Coupe Sport Light, -that is - a light, sports coupe. Such a car is really lighter than basic EMCI on 10%, and at the same time she is also more powerful.
BMW M3 E46 CLSseveral years was the fastest BMW on Nürburgring. And the engine- S54.mounted on M3. this generation, 4 years in a row became the engine of the year according to the results of the competition -International Engine of The Yearin the category from 3rd to 4 liters. But about technical characteristics BMW M3 E46 is slightly lower.
Today buy BMW M3 E46.in real good condition possible for 25 000 - 30 000$. Price BMW M3 E46 in the modification of the CSL may exceed 100,000 dollars. Last cars we have extremely rarely and the CSL is really very valued;— this exclusive for which fans and admirers of fan BMW are chased.
Look at the photoBMW M3 E46.how is he you? Unlike Emca in the 36th body, this car was produced only as a coupe and a convertible;— sedana as in the previous generation, in this generation was not. It is noteworthy that if the usual 46th trees, after Restayl in 2003 received new headlights, then the headlights did not change in Emch;— only the rear lights have become diode, but their form has not changed.
Pay attention to the bloated - wheel arches. Due to their bloodyness, moldings installed on the emu are slightly shorter than those that are installed on ordinary, 46th buyments. Together with this, pay attention to the "hump" on the hood, which is not in ordinary treshki. He is here not for the sake of aesthetics,— this is a real functional element, without which the hood would simply do not close.
Also here are their own mirrors and "gills" in wings,— which some Baemwists are embedded in the wings of their 316 and 318th. Of course, four pipes of the graduation system are given a substantial share of Harizms. And again -— they are not here for beauty, but for the efficiency of the entire system.
Curb Mass of Base Emca - 1 500kg, and modifications -CLS -1385kg. In the latter, the roof is made of carbon fiber. This solution removes from the roof 5.9kg and gives the body an additional rigidity. Such a solution is applied to the newest, just that shown in Frankfurt in 2017, .
In the Emki cabin - sports chairs, which are very significantly different from their form, from ordinary - basic tresras. The speedometer here is touched up to 300km, and the tachometer is up to 9,000 revolutions, which speaks of high, high-speed abilities this car. It is noteworthy thatCLS.there was no climate in the database - control and audio system. But if the first buyer is desired, this equipment could be installed completely free. The trunk coupe accommodates - 410l,— not a small volume as for a sports car.
Characteristics BMW M3 E46.due to engineS54.This, the aforementioned, row "six" volume of 3.2l, with a cast-iron block and aluminum cylinder head. Here both the inlet and the release features are installed. Air supply is carried out through 6-ethty choke-ink. With power in 343l.s and a pull in 365n.m (80% while by the way is already available for 2,000 revolutions), EMCA is capable of breaking to 100km for 5.2c and easily develop 250 km-limited electronics per hour. With the removed electronic "collar", the maximum speed exceeds 280km per hour.
It is worth emphasizing that after Restayl in 2003, the 46th emes began to be equipped with a strut between the front "glasses". And for configuring in the rear, the BMW company began to offer special repair kits, the cost of which was 500$. In essence, it was patchwork, which enhanced weak and at the same time loaded, body part.
In modificationsCSL., BMW M3 E46.there have already been 360 horses and 370 tapes. Such a machine can accelerate to 100km for 4.9C. Here others exhaust valve and changed distributional shafts. The release system is made of fine steel, and the inlet of carbon fiber.
All 46th EmCs have rear drive. The gearbox can be mechanical - sixkvilitory, or robotic -SMG ||
Yes, today 5C to 100km, according to the standards of powerful cars - this is no longer the same. But still, it is clear only to people who can afford a new one and very cheap car. For conventional - same motorists, not evenCSL,and just the basic EMCA is very fast car And today's standards. But the highlight of it is not even at speed, but in manners and pleasure that it generates. Today, this EMCI cannot be called a classic, but it is still made on the canons of the old school BMW, and for it they love her.
The sports modification of the BMW M3 (E46) debuted in October 2000, and in addition to the version of the coupe, the Bavarian automaker also offered a car in the bodies of a convertible.
By tradition, external distinctive attributes of the BMW M3 E46 model are more aggressive bumpers, side "skirts" and air intakes in the front wings. In addition, the car is supplied to 19-inch BBS alloy wheels.
Under the hood of the BMW M3 in the Body E46, a new 3.2-liter engine, developing in the European Specification 343 hp And the maximum torque in 365 nm. At the time of his appearance, this engine was the highest performance atmospheric company.
The engine is aggregated or paired with a 6-speed mechanical boxor in a pair with a new robotic transmission SMG DriveLogic, which allows you to switch transmissions using stealing petals.
From the spot until hundreds of BMW M3 E46 Coupe accelerates in 5.1 seconds, and a more severe convertible is required to 5.5 s. The maximum vehicle speed is limited at 250 km / h, but with optionally deactivated "collar" maximum speed reaches 308 km / h.
Buy BMW M3 E46 in Russia can now at a price of an average of 700,000 to 1,000,000 rubles. Tuning models will be more expensive.
BMW M3 E46 GTR
In February 2001, the light saw the Racing coupe of the BMW M3 GTR in the E46 body, which was equipped with a 4.0-liter V8 engine with an impact of 500 "horses". For the American Le Mans Series series (ALMS), 16 such cars were built.
And at the end of the racing season of 2001, the automaker released 10 road modifications BMW M3 (E46) GTR, the price of each of which was 250,000 euros.
Such a car has seriously extended wheeled arches, more massive bumpers, a different hood with additional ventilation holes, a large rear spoiler on the trunk lid, and in the cabin - safety frame and chairs.
BMW M3 E46 CSL
In 2004, the M3 coupe (E46) was acquired by the CSL version, which was released by limited edition in the amount of 1,400 pieces. The car was suggested only two body painting options: Silver Gray Metallic and Black Black Sapphire Metallic.
The basic engine of the model has been subjected to minor upgrades, due to which its power has grown to 360 hp, and only a robotic box remains available as a transmission for BMW M3 CSL.
In addition, the car received reconfigured pendant and steering, reinforced brakes, but the main efforts were thrown into weight cuts. Compared with the usual coupe M3 E46, the CSL version "Lew" is 110 kg - up to 1,385 kilograms.
It was possible to achieve this at the expense of a carbonistic body kit, carbon hood and roof, thinner rear windows, removal of a part of noise insulation from the cabin, as well as the failure of electrically regulated chairs, navigation, air conditioning and audio system.
Externally, the BMW M3 CSL (E46) can be recognized by front bumper With a splitter and an increased central air intake, another trunk lid with a more pronounced spoiler and 19-inch BBS discs, "shirt" in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup polishes.
The price of the used BMW M3 CSL in Russia is from 2,500,000 to 3,000,000 rubles.
