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230 postsBMW E36 M3 buying guide: models, weak points and what to check
The E36 M3 is one of the most accessible classic M cars. Our buying guide covers the different versions, the engines, the common weak points and a step-by-step inspection checklist.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 7 min readBMW Adaptive M Suspension explained: EDC, modes and maintenance
Adaptive M Suspension lets a BMW M car be comfortable on the road and firm on a circuit. How the electronically controlled dampers work, what the modes do and how to look after them.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 7 min readBMW manual vs SMG vs DCT vs Steptronic: M gearboxes compared
BMW M cars have used four main types of gearbox: manual, SMG, M DCT and M Steptronic. How each one works, how it feels to drive and what owners should know about reliability.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Buying guides · 7 min readBMW M Driver's Package explained: top speed, training and value
The M Driver's Package raises the electronically limited top speed of many BMW M cars and, in some markets, includes professional driver training. What it is, what it costs and whether it is worth it.
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BMW spark plugs and ignition coils: when to replace them and why
Spark plugs and ignition coils are small parts with a big influence on how a BMW engine runs. When to replace them, the warning signs of a misfire and how to choose the correct parts.
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Worn BMW suspension bushings: symptoms, causes and fixes
Worn suspension bushings are one of the most common reasons why an older BMW feels loose and imprecise. The symptoms, the typical weak points and how to restore the original driving feel.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 8 min readBMW tyre pressure monitoring explained: RPA, RDC and TPMS reset
BMW uses two types of tyre pressure monitoring: the indirect RPA system and direct RDC sensors. How each works, how to reset the system and what to know when changing wheels.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 5 min readBMW M2 F87 vs M2 G87: which M2 should you buy?
The compact M car in two generations: the playful F87 and the powerful G87. Engines, gearboxes, weight, technology and an honest answer to which M2 is right for you.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 History · 5 min readBMW 1M Coupé: the story of a modern classic
Built in limited numbers in 2011, the BMW 1M Coupé surprised everyone and became an instant classic. Its story, its technology and why collectors love it today.
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