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E30
The second generation of the BMW 3-Series - produced in the U.S. from 1984-1992
E36
The third generation of the BMW 3-series and was produced worldwide from 1992-1999
E46
The fourth generation of the BMW 3-series and was produced worldwide from 1999-2006
E90
The fifth generation of the BMW 3-series and was produced worldwide from 2006-2012

Rediscovering The BMW SMG Transmission: A Hidden Gem Or Obsolete Relic?
The SMG went from future tech to complicated disaster as quickly as it shifts. But two decades later, is the much-maligned gearbox as bad as we remember it?
Top BMW DIYs
- How To Diagnose And Replace Bad Ignition Coils On Your BMW
- How To Repair Damaged Axle Shaft Threads On Your BMW (E36, E46, E90 & More)
- Why BMW's "Lifetime" Automatic Transmission Fill Doesn't Actually Mean "Lifetime"
- How To Do A Compression And Leak-Down Test On A High-Mileage BMW E36
- How To Buy (And Own) A BMW E30
- The Easiest Way To Clean Your Wheels
- How To Store Your Car Outdoors
- Here's How Direct Injection Works (High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failure, Carbon Buildup, And More)
- How to Make Your Own DIY Automotive Tools
- How to Tell When Tires Should Be Replaced

How To Time-Sert An Aluminum BMW M54 Engine Block (BMW M52TU, M54, M56)
The M52TU, M54, and M56 benefitted a lot from aluminum engine blocks, but all can suffer from dreaded pulled head bolt threads. Here's how to fix that issue forever.

Five Modern European Minivan Alternatives
Family life doesn't mean a minivan is inevitable. Here are five of the best European vehicles suited to haul around the family in style and comfort!

BMW E46 M3 Vs. The World: 7 Alternatives To The BMW E46 M3
The BMW E46 M3 is a stout choice for an enthusiast vehicle, but what else is there? Here's just about everything that can be cross-shopped against the Bimmer.
Toolbox Needs
View MoreThe right tools are essential for getting the job done smoothly. Whether it's special Genuine BMW tools or general items that just come in handy, we've got your toolbox covered.
Car Detailing
View MoreEveryone knows a clean car runs better than a dirty car. Get all the detailing products you need to keep your ride spick and span.

The Definitive Guide To The BMW N54 Engine - Common Faults, Failures, & Repairs
The BMW N54 engine is one of BMW's most controversial engines ever put in their cars. Learn about their faults, failures, and the common repairs to complete.
Top Upgrade Articles
- A Race To The Top - BMW E92 335xi Drag Build Saga
- How to Install a Cold Air Intake on a BMW 335i/135i/X1 (E84, E90, E82)
- Here's What It Takes To Build One Of The Quickest BMWs In The Country
- '80s Euro Catalog Time Capsule: Euro-Spec Hartge H26 BMW E30
- Slammed Scarlet Streetfighter: Widebody F30 BMW 335i
- One Fine E39: MotoIQ's Murdered Out BMW M5
- Bougie Boosted Bavarian: Tony's Turbocharged BMW 2002
- Supercharged In The Sierra Mountains: Widebody E30 M3

Five Modern European Minivan Alternatives
Family life doesn't mean a minivan is inevitable. Here are five of the best European vehicles suited to haul around the family in style and comfort!

A Few Hours, Friends, & Dollars: All It Takes To Build A Fun Driver's Car
Competing in a car doesn't have to be expensive or difficult. Sometimes even the rattiest starting points are just a few bucks and friends away from glory.

FCP Euro Earns A Spot On 2023 Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies In America For The Tenth Year
For the tenth time, FCP Euro Has landed on the Inc. 5000 list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.