# Did you hear the news? **URL:** \ **Category:** Shift518 Off Topic\ **Created:** [March 2, 2009, 8:51pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523 "2009-03-02T20:51:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/4da419/32.png) [@Alpine](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:51pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/1 "2009-03-02T20:51:57Z")
Just wanted everyone to know that Kramer is going to be getting a BMW. I know some of you may know this already but I wanted to get the word out to everyone that may not know. Congratulations! ---
**Author:** ![psi2high](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/psi2high/32/6320_2.png) [@psi2high](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/psi2high)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:53pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/2 "2009-03-02T20:53:51Z")
OMG wat he is buying a bmw? ---
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/4da419/32.png) [@Alpine](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/3 "2009-03-02T20:56:20Z")
Yea, i’m sure he will chime in soon with the details. Haha. details, get it? lollerlolz. ---
**Author:** ![JClark](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jclark/32/6309_2.png) [@JClark](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JClark)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/4 "2009-03-02T20:56:33Z")
WOW! How was he able to keep it a secret! ---
**Author:** ![cazwrx187](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/cazwrx187/32/6388_2.png) [@cazwrx187](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/cazwrx187)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/5 "2009-03-02T20:56:40Z")
First I’ve heard on this topic… ---
**Author:** ![psi2high](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/psi2high/32/6320_2.png) [@psi2high](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/psi2high)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:57pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/6 "2009-03-02T20:57:40Z")
I wouldn’t be able to contain my self if I was getting such an awesome super dooper car such as an e36 m3 ---
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/4da419/32.png) [@Alpine](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:57pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/7 "2009-03-02T20:57:49Z")
Yeah only a few know, I just wanted to help him get the word out to other members of the forum. Like I said, I don’t know specifics but im sure he will chime in with his vast knowledge soon enough. ---
**Author:** ![cazwrx187](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/cazwrx187/32/6388_2.png) [@cazwrx187](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/cazwrx187)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:58pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/8 "2009-03-02T20:58:10Z")
Can’t believe this. Must be a HoAx ---
**Author:** ![LKSi](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/lksi/32/6316_2.png) [@LKSi](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LKSi)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 8:58pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/9 "2009-03-02T20:58:21Z")
E36 M3?!?!?! ![http://diamondcreative.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/excited2.jpg](http://diamondcreative.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/excited2.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/4da419/32.png) [@Alpine](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 9:01pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/10 "2009-03-02T21:01:10Z")
Sig changed to accommodate this thread. ---
**Author:** ![JClark](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jclark/32/6309_2.png) [@JClark](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JClark)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 9:02pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/11 "2009-03-02T21:02:30Z")
Dibs on 2. ---
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/4da419/32.png) [@Alpine](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 9:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/12 "2009-03-02T21:04:17Z")
:lol ---
**Author:** ![Hooked\_on\_240](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/b9e5f3/32.png) [@Hooked\_on\_240](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Hooked_on_240)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 10:35pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/13 "2009-03-02T22:35:34Z")
WOW like omfg i had NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO clue ---
**Author:** ![Silent](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/silent/32/6292_2.png) [@Silent](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Silent)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 10:45pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/14 "2009-03-02T22:45:58Z")
Wat?..This is news to me …omg ---
**Author:** ![Cliff](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/b38774/32.png) [@Cliff](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Cliff)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2009, 10:58pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/15 "2009-03-02T22:58:00Z")
oh shit, I’m gunna be #4 ---
**Author:** ![kramerbuccs24](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/kramerbuccs24/32/6397_2.png) [@kramerbuccs24](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/kramerbuccs24)\ **Post date:** [March 3, 2009, 5:12am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/16 "2009-03-03T05:12:49Z")
PM me with more detailz please. ---
**Author:** ![St2SC\_dCobalt](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/st2sc_dcobalt/32/6413_2.png) [@St2SC\_dCobalt](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/St2SC_dCobalt)\ **Post date:** [March 3, 2009, 5:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/17 "2009-03-03T05:50:49Z")
If it’s an e36 M3 … * * * **Motor Trend Pre-Owned: 1995-1999 BMW M3** > **[1995-1999 BMW M3 - Used Car Reviews - Motor Trend](http://www.motortrend.com/news/1995-1999-bmw-m3/)** > > The BMW M3 has always been a well-balanced convergence of performance hardware, such as a high-revving engine, stiff sport suspension, vicelike brakes, tasteful body modifications, and discrete badging. BMW's motorsport background was evident in the... _The M3 has always been a well-balanced convergence of performance hardware, such as a high-revving engine, stiff sport suspension, vicelike brakes, tasteful body modifications, and discrete badging. BMW’s motorsport background was evident in the M models, and the M3 was the most affordable of the bunch._ The third-gen 3 Series (E36) was introduced in 1992. While Europe got an M3 that year, America had to wait three more years to slip behind the wheel of the line’s high-sport version. BMW brought in 2953 '94 M3s, but sold them as '95s. For ‘95, the M3 coupe used a 3.0-liter 24-valve DOHC inline-six-cylinder engine. This sonorous, rev-happy powerplant made 240 horses at 6000 rpm, with max torque coming in at 225 lb-ft at 4250. This was less than the 286-horsepower Euro-spec motor, but significantly better than the standard 325is’ 189-horse six. The M3 lineup expanded in '97 with the U.S. introduction of the four-door sedan. The engine had been enlarged to 3.2 liters in '96, which upped torque 11 lb-ft to 236. While all M3 coupe models used a five-speed manual, the M3 sedans came with rowable gears or an optional five-speed automatic. Rarest of the M3s are the Lightweights sold in '95 and '96, although only 122 of these upgraded-performance coupes made it to the U.S. A Lux edition was available in '95-'97, replete with eight-way power seats, cruise control, upgraded leather, and special wheels. The sedan was replaced by a convertible in '99, the last year the E36 M3 was sold. A car that amply rewarded good driving, the M3 thrived on an owner’s attention to proper maintenance. Problematic items include the water pump used on '95, '96, and some '97s. It had a plastic impeller that tended to fail after 60,000 miles. Replacement pumps with metal impellers are available, however. All M3s should be checked for cylinder compression, and a cooling system pressure check performed to ensure the radiator neck isn’t cracked. Check that there are no overrev codes in the computer. Automatic car washes should be avoided, as the engine-management computer is susceptible to flooding. Balky shifting of the manual transmission is often the result of worn tranny mounts. BMW brought more than 35,000 M3s to the U.S. between 1995 and 1999. Unfortunately, many have been thrashed beyond belief or at least “well enjoyed.” An M3 will deliver years of spirited driving, as long as it’s properly maintained by a qualified BMW mechanic. Paying extra for a well-cared-for, low-mileage M3 will yield a more satisfying experience. Drivetrain - Front engine, rwd Airbags - Dual front, side ('98) Base curb weight, lb - 3175 Base engines - 3.0L/240-hp DOHC I-6 ('95); 3.2L/240-hp DOHC I-6 ('96-'99) Optional engine - None Brakes, f/r - Vented disc/vented disc, ABS Price range, wholesale - $16,650-$21,300 Price range, retail - $32,500-$39,400 Recalls - Throttle cable, crankshaft position sensor, and more. (Performance Results 5-speed '98 sedan: 0-60 mph 5.5 seconds, 1/4 mile 14.0 @ 98.6 mph) * * * Whatever model it is, good luck with the car Ryan! ---
**Author:** ![GranMassaX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/granmassax/32/6299_2.png) [@GranMassaX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/GranMassaX)\ **Post date:** [March 3, 2009, 6:26am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/18 "2009-03-03T06:26:32Z")
all this fanboi talk should be banned until the e36 m3 is in his possession. Since K20 has gone MIA, this has become to most annoying thing on the forums 😃 ---
**Author:** ![SRS\_BZNS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/srs_bzns/32/6375_2.png) [@SRS\_BZNS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/SRS_BZNS)\ **Post date:** [March 3, 2009, 7:35am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/19 "2009-03-03T07:35:55Z")
Psssshhhhhh Hyundai Genesis coupe\>E36 M3 ---
**Author:** ![big\_red](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/big_red/32/6328_2.png) [@big\_red](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/big_red)\ **Post date:** [March 3, 2009, 10:53am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523/20 "2009-03-03T10:53:06Z")
> [@Cornell is a no go](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/cornell-is-a-no-go/14998/17): > > all this fanboi talk should be banned until the e36 m3 is in his possession. Since K20 has gone MIA, this has become to most annoying thing on the forums 😃 lolz [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/did-you-hear-the-news/242523.md?page=2)