M3 CS Handschalter

BMW USA's nostalgia-infused video commercial for the limited-run M3 CS Handschalter aims to capture the spirit of decades-old TV commercials.

Adrian Padeanu • October 15, 2026

M CEO Frank van Meel ties the M2 manual take rate directly to the M3 CS Handschalter.

Horatiu Boeriu • August 25, 2026

With 600-700 units for the U.S. and wait lists at most dealers, the manual M3 CS caught everyone off guard.

Horatiu Boeriu • May 31, 2026

Scott Stirling, BMW M Product Manager, chose the M3 CS Handschalter knowing the G80 line stops after this year.

Horatiu Boeriu • Updated: June 1, 2026 • Published: May 23, 2026