The E46 Beat the E36. Here’s the Case For and Against
Both generations have devoted defenders. One of them is right.
Both generations have devoted defenders. One of them is right.
BMW asked owners to share their thoughts about why they chose the 3 Series, from the original E21 all the way up to the G20/G21.
The ACS3 CLS illustrates the E36 M3 as a 1990s BMW collector must-have
Over 50 years, BMW built 18 million 3 Series cars at 18 plants worldwide, making it the brand’s most important production model.
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The Baur TopCabriolet was not your typical E36.
BMW brought all generations of the 3 Series at the Goodwood Festival of Speed to climb the hill and celebrate the car's 50th anniversary.
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Explore the best BMW 3 Series special editions from each generation as the iconic sport sedan celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Explore the legacy of the BMW E36, a pivotal 3 Series generation known for its performance, innovation, and lasting impact on BMW’s history.
The E36, BMW’s third generation of the 3 Series, underwent more substantial changes.
The 1995 E36 hybrid concept. This innovative series hybrid featured a sodium nickel chloride battery, range-extending gas engine, and urban-focused design.