This 50 Jahre BMW M3 features the iconic Techno Violet color
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October 21, 2022 / 2 minutes read
One of the ways BMW M celebrated its 50th anniversary this year was by making a 50 Jahre version of the G80 BMW M3. All 50 Jahre models were mechanically identical to an M3 Competition but had unique visuals to separate themselves from the standard car and make them feel more special. The M3 50 Jahre was only available in five different, very special colors, one of which being BMW’s iconic Techno Violet, as seen here.
Aside from exterior color, all 500 BMW M3 50 Jahre models had the same options. They all had the same M Forged wheels as the standard M3 Comp but finished in Orbit Grey. They also got loads of “50 Jahre” badges, color stripes in the cabin, and a carbon fiber package that added the lightweight stuff throughout both the exterior and interior. One mechanical upgrade it also got was an M Performance exhaust, made from both titanium and carbon fiber.
Under the skin, all BMW M3 50 Jahre models were the same as a standard M3 Comp, though. That means they all had 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged straight-sixes, with 503 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque. Being Competition models, there was no choice for a manual transmission, they were all automatic-only. They were all also rear-wheel drive, with no option for xDrive all-wheel drive.
Of the five colors available were the aforementioned Techno Violet, Cinnebar Red, Interlagos Blue, Fire Orange, and Lime Rock Grey. Inside, they only got black interiors with the M Carbon Bucket Seats. This particular model is available at Autohaus BMW in St. Louis.
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For the most part, this is pretty much a perfect stock M3 build. The only thing I’d change is the wheels, they should be gold or bronze, not grey. They’re gold on the M4 50 Jahre, which would have worked better with the Techno Violet paint than this car’s grey wheels. Ironically, the M4 50 Jahre wasn’t available with Techno Violet. Still, this car looks great and it should be a special model for years to come.
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BMW 3 Series E36 Techno Violet shines again after big detailing project
Home » BMW 3 Series E36 Techno Violet shines again after big detailing project
December 30, 2021 / 2 minutes read
For enthusiasts, few videos are more enjoyable to watch than a car getting the pampering it deserves. There was nothing particularly wrong with how BMW 3 Series from the E36 generation looked before, but being more than 20 years old, it was beginning to show its venerable age. Finished in Techno Violet, the coupe got a full makeover from a professional detailer.
British shop Auto Finesse organized a contest on social media where people were invited to sign up with their own cars and the winner would get it fully detailed for free. Some 1,000 users participated before the list was cut down to just 10 finalists. The E36 ultimately came out on top in the popularity contest following public voting, managing to beat a first-gen Ford Escort and a Corvette Stingray, not to mention a Porsche 964.
The detailer was nice enough to pick up the car from where the owner had been storing it and then got to work. You can tell by the duration of the video it was a comprehensive process to make the 328i shine again as Auto Finesse pulled out all the stops to properly fix all the paint imperfections. Aside from polishing the body, they also revitalized the exterior trim parts, headlights, taillights, and 17-inch wheels.
Bringing back to its former glory also meant sprucing up the interior, which involved taking out the seats to give them a thorough cleaning along with replacing the windscreen. Owned by a lucky fellow named Zach, the E36 now also rocks a Scorpion dual exhaust system and a squeaky-clean engine bay where the inline-six M52 calls home.
After handing out the keys to his prized possession, the car’s owner stayed away from Auto Finesse’s social media accounts as he didn’t want to see the car at all before it was fully detailed. The big smile on his face after they pull the cover off the car says it all, and it’s safe to say he now happily drives one of the nicest E36s out there.
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Techno Violet Metallic BMW E36 M3 Build By European Auto Source
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January 21, 2018 / 2 minutes read
In an abundance of finishes, the violet shades of BMW’s finishes are returning to relevance in a big way. Recently, we’ve seen several Daytona Violet builds and now, European Auto Source have showcased a fetching looking Techno Violet Metallic BMW E36 M3 build.
The E36 M3 first arrived in the United States back in 1994. and it quickly garnered a lot of attention – if not respect. Unlike the European model, the U.S. version of the E36 M3 used the S50B30US engine with an output of 240 horsepower and 305 Nm (225 lb-ft). When compared to Europe spec models, it also sported a different suspension setup and it did a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time in about six seconds. The then current M3’s in Europe could rely on a straight-six S50 engine that produced 210 kW (282 hp). The M3 of this generation was available with a five-speed manual or an automatic transmission.
Naturally, with progress, some good news for would-be U.S. owners of the M3 came through. Starting in 1996 model year, the M3’s engine displacement was bumped up to 3.2 liters. It still produced only 240 horsepower, but the torque increases to 240 lb⋅ft (320 N⋅m) which is the same S52B32US engine used in the early M Roadster and M Coupe. Luckily, for the owner of this BMW E36 M3, the power isn’t a problem.
This Techno Violet Metallic BMW E36 M3 comes supercharged. Thanks to a supercharger solution by Active Autowerke, the M3 relies on some impressive horsepower under the hood. This carefully engineered BMW M3 Supercharger kit from Active Autowerke matches the Rotrex C38 supercharger with the perfect hardware, software and ECU tuning solution, to take the factory 240 horsepower straight up to over 400 horsepower. Additionally, this kit yields the M3 with the potential for even more power with additional upgrades.
Once the supercharger kit was added, the owner decided to add a bit of flash to its looks department. This is done thanks to a beautiful set of old school design BBS Wheels. Thanks to BBS E88 motorsport inspired wheels, sized 17×8.5 and 17×9.5 in the front and rear, respectively, the M3 seen here pops up, giving us a back to the future experience like no other. Thanks to a set of Ground Control coilovers, the vehicle comes with an aggressive stance and a great exterior look. A set of Recaro sport bucket seats completes the build.
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2022 год, вероятно, был самым насыщенным для подразделения M компании BMW, и по праву, учитывая, что ‘самая мощная буква в мире’ празднует свое 50-летие. Мы увидели не одну, а две модели CSL, новое поколение M2, а также первые M3 Touring и XM. Кроме того, было выпущено множество специальных версий существующих моделей, включая M3 Edition 50 Jahre BMW M
Спортивный седан продается исключительно в Соединенных Штатах, его количество ограничено 500 автомобилями, окрашенными в индивидуальные цвета, напоминающие о M3 прошлого.Obsessed Garage только что получил один такой автомобиль, окрашенный в цвет Techno Violet, напоминающий окраску E36 M3. Все автомобили 50 Jahre — это модели Competition с xDrive, и они ’основаны на 2023MY, что означает, что они получат операционную систему 8
Базовая цена автомобиля составляла 95 700 долларов (плюс 995 долларов на доставку) и предлагалась только с двумя опциями: карбон-керамическими тормозами и карбоновыми ковшеобразными сиденьями. Этот Techno Violet имеет и то, и другое, что увеличивает окончательный счет на $8,500 и $4,500 соответственно. Таким образом, общая сумма составляет $109 695, что делает его одной из самых дорогих комплектаций M3. Модель M3 CS, которая появится в начале следующего года, скорее всего, будет еще дороже, поскольку ожидается, что она будет обладать примерно всеми этими характеристиками плюс немного большей мощностью и меньшим весом
В то время как все модели 3 серии вплоть до M340i получили импульс жизненного цикла до 2023 года, M3 получил только iDrive нового поколения. Следовательно, она сохраняет стиль 2022MY и те же лазерные фары. Та же история и с неамериканским M3 Touring, поскольку он получил только двойной экран и упрощенную центральную консоль без косметических изменений, которые можно найти на M340i с длинной крышей или младшей 3 Series Touring
Несмотря на то, что этому M3 50 Jahre всего несколько дней, он уже подвергся небольшим изменениям. На крышке багажника исчезли значки M3 и xDrive, а юбилейные круги BMW Motorsport будут заменены на затемненные значки. Краска спортивного седана выглядит не идеально, поэтому Obsessed Garage планирует провести полную полировку перед нанесением PPF
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