2008 BMW M3 Sedan Review

When you look at the new M3 and what's under the hood, it's hard to imagine that when the first-generation model appeared in 1986, it was powered by a 192-hp, 2.3-litre four-cylinder engine. Yet it was a true performance car, winner of many awards and competitions. It also was a rival to the racy Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16. 22 years later, the M3 is still with us, and has achieved cult status. That's good and bad at the same time, because you redesign the car, you must keep current owners coming back for more while attracting new buyers.