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#13 of 275 1997 M3, Check Engine Light by 97bimmerm3 Mar 24, 2004 (6:29 am)
I recently purchased a 1997 M3 with 72K miles in what seemed like excellent condition, but after driving it for a month and putting less than 1000 miles on it the "check engine" light came on. I checked the gas cap and it was tight. The car seems to be running great otherwise. What do you think? Also, the car did not come with an owner's manual. Any idea how I can get my hands on a copy? Does this car require special engine oil? Do you recommend service at a BMW dealership or a foreign car service center? Replies to this message: jackreid (Apr 17, 2006 10:28 am) esf (Jun 12, 2006 10:18 am)
#14 of 275 by kevin111 Mar 24, 2004 (11:07 am)
"Does this car require special engine oil? "   - I think this is the only one I can answer. The Special engine Oil, I believe, is only recommended for the '01 ('02?) models and later (this last model year).   As long as you are using Synthetic (Mobil 1) you are fine.
#15 of 275 bmorofsky by bmorofsky Apr 26, 2004 (1:42 pm)
I have the m-3 convertible and a friend of mine has a s-4 up north. For my money the M-3 has it hands down. Yes, they both go like stink, but only the M-3 puts that smile on your face and the approving nod, even from guys who drive Camaro's , 'vettes, and Mustangs.(And girls ,too)
#16 of 275 Fast without having to redline it by audibmw May 19, 2004 (8:28 pm)
The Audi s4 is so fast in comparison to the M3 when you don't nail the accelerator to the floor. The M3 is cranky and feels lazy and heavier unless you rev it, then it comes alive. The S4 is quieter and has a much better sounding engine. The M3 says "look at me." The S4 says "got you." Not many people have an S4. Many people have M3's, including me. The S4 is an undercover rocket. The M3 is an arrogant rocket. The s4 is more fun to drive. I should know I have driven them both. I own a 1988 M3, which is a lot more fun than the new M3. Replies to this message: dougt4 (Jun 07, 2004 4:45 pm) dougt4 (Jun 08, 2004 4:52 pm) bigdaddy69 (Jun 14, 2004 10:03 am) kyfdx (Jun 11, 2004 6:49 am)
#17 of 275 M3 reliability/durability and snow use by emdoc May 20, 2004 (8:54 am)
I just sold my Audi A6 2.7T and am considering a M3 as a replacement. We receive some snow each year and will have to put snow tires/wheels on the M3. How reliable is the M3? Will it hold up in the long run? Appreciate your comments. Replies to this message: audibmw (May 20, 2004 7:44 pm) dougt4 (Jun 08, 2004 4:54 pm)
#18 of 275 Re: M3 reliability/durability and snow use [emdoc #17] by audibmw May 20, 2004 (7:44 pm)
Replying to: emdoc (May 20, 2004 8:54 am) Very reliable, once you get its quirks out of the way. It's built tough. Its structural integrity maintains. Snow is not a good place for it, though.
#22 of 275 m3 vs s4 by bmwlover Jun 03, 2004 (2:09 pm)
I personally think the M3 looks better, and the s4 doesnt look as great. But i've test driven both and the s4 drives like a son of a gun. M3 has the looks and accelaration, but the s4's performance is much better. I know most people have an m3, because its a great car, but not many people have tested an s4 and you should get out there today and test drive it! You will fall in love with it instantly. But if you have an M3 you have made a great choice too.

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