2008 bmw m3 manual or smg convert

View and download bmw m3 2008 owners manual online. Unlike the phenomenal dct or dsg doubleclutch gearboxes used in performance cars of late, the smg was a single clutch setup that took away the third pedal and replaced it with computers. Text with all questions 75733712six8 you will not get a response if you fail to follow directions. A true wolf in sheeps clothing, the m3 uses the standard 3 series sedan as a template before adding an uprated engine, improved suspension components, and a host of other performancededicated parts. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmw s e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. Bmw e46 3 series coupe m3 smg ii technical specs, dimensions. Replacing bmw s sequential manual gearbox smg, it employs dual oilcooled wet clutches. I was thinking that if any smg components went on my car, id do the 6 speed swap.

Starting in 1997 on the e36 m3 sold overseas, bmw offered what they called an smg sequential manual gearbox transmission, which literally means it shifted automatically and faster than a normal manual transmission, but didnt have a torque converter or the commiserate rubberband driving feeling common to period automatics. If youre interested in converting your smg to a manual 6 speed, reach out and we can get you an up to date quote. Smg wont shift solved archive bimmerfest bmw forums. Take out your smg transmission, sell it, pick up a factory 6 speed manual, then stuff it back in the car. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to. The bmw m3 is a highperformance version of the bmw 3 series, developed by bmw s inhouse motorsport division, bmw m gmbh. Blazing in toward 8400 rpm in sixth gear on an autobahn is even more intense in the m3 convertible. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit.

The bmw m3 stands out for being athletic, responsive and fun to drive, as well as relatively fuelefficient. Apr 27, 2018 i convert a 2006 competition package bmw m3 smg to manual transmission. Not the easiest job in the world, but converting a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual is quite a project. The latest addition to the tf fleet is a 2004 bmw m3, stock car with a csl type bumper, sub100k miles and the smg transmission. Bmw m3 parts genuine and oem bmw m3 parts catalog fast. Truecar has over 1,626,606 listings nationwide, updated daily. Read the first drive of the 2008 bmw m3 convertible brought to you by. Reason is that ive put a lot of time, energy and money in the current smg system with no real improvements. The bmw m3 is a highperformance version of the bmw 3 series, developed by bmws inhouse motorsport division, bmw m gmbh. Ive got an smg e36 and when it needed a pump i looked into getting shropshire bmw parts to help convert it to a manual. Our tester had two openings to access the cabin, a fixed carbon fiber roof, a menacing sparkling graphite metallic paint job and a sixspeed, swapityourself, manual gearbox. We have to cut out the plate that blocks the shift lever hole and weld in the bracket that holds the rear shift lever bushing.

Search over 1,200 listings to find the best local deals. Everything needed for the conversion is already in place on the transmission. Bmw genuine e46 m3 sequential manual gearbox smg gear position sensor new fits. We have 468 bmw m3 vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 218 1owner cars, and 561 personal use cars. Bmw e46 m3 smg haters hd truth about smg ii and why all the haters. Ive had mine for about a month and i have no idea how to turn on the lights on top of the rev counter. In this video i discuss the most common issues present in the e46 m3 chassis. All parts are oem bmw except bearing premium quality koyo. M3 s optional sixspeed smg automated manual shifted so necksnappingly hard that it appealed only to chiropractors. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 tfworks blog. The hydraulic pump often fails resulting in a costly repair. Because of the costs of fixing the issue, and due to readily supply of manual m3 parts we had in house from previous projects, we opted to go a different route and convert this specimen to the much sought after 6 speed manual gear box. Blazing toward 8400 rpm in sixth gear on an autobahn in a bmw m3 is already intense.

Andrew lang from lang racing development goes into the details of our smg to manual conversion for the bmw e46 m3. They do it using the m3 5 speed non evo gbox, and supply all the bits from. The beauty of dualclutch the smg was and is not a dualclutch unit, but rather an automated manual transmissions is that you have two. I wanted to get opinions on the smg vs the manual 6 spd. Manual e46 m3s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more than manual m3s so often times owners can buy an e46 m3 smg and have it converted to manual for about the same price as buying a true manual. Ive just completed my smg to manual conversion on my e46 m3 coupe. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Apr 15, 2016 bmw e46 m3 smg to manual transmission conversion.

I just joined this forum a few days ago and am shopping for an e60 m5. Looking at picking up a smg m3 but in no way plan on keeping as such. This m3 is the cleanest youll see on the market fully lo. Club for supplying us this beautiful lagoona blue m3 for us to film while we convert it from smg. Very nice tutorial i love like the dct over smg for sure although.

Great representation of a well maintained good driving e46 bmw m3. How to convert a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual bmw blog. May 20, 2015 for all you e46 m3 drivers who still have smg transmissions and are contemplating converting or swapping to a normal 6mt, i just completed the conversion on my 05 comp package m3. The 2008 m3 is the only car in its class with a carbonfiberreinforced composite roof, and its chassis and.

Last month i made a decision to convert the smg1 module in to a manual tranny. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for bmw m3 when you shop the largest online selection at. Model lineupat first glance, the 2008 bmw m3 convertible appears nearly identical to. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 sticky post by tfryan on april 1, 2016 over the past few weeks, a lot has happened since the e46 entered the shop doors. Convert smg to 6 speed hey so i just got an e46 m3 smg. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to nothing. In recent years dinan has further expanded its portfolio to include other european marques such as mini and mercedes benz. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 22 2008 m6 models nationwide. I would like to convert my back seat to one that answered by a verified bmw mechanic. Buy bmw m3 convertible cars and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay.

The initial model was available in a coupe body style, with a convertible body. All services completed clutch smg pump rod bearing service rear subframe reinforcement and bushing upgrade this car is a great driver, in a rare color combo midnight blue on cognac interior. Doing it in the brandnew convertible roof down with a more direct sonic route from eight open throttles and four fat tailpipes to your ears is more intense still. We have 52 2008 bmw m3 vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 3 1owner cars, and 67 personal use cars. Parts for bmw m3 smg to 6spd conversion next, we install the new parts needed for the manual transmission. Like any good discount shopper, we appreciate the value of a good twoforone deal, and bmw just gave us a whopper of a bluelight special. If this happens to a car you own it often make sense to convert the car to a manual rather than fix the smg unit.

Come find a great deal on used 2008 bmw m3s in your area today. So here is my story, hope it helps those having smg issues and are fed up. The initial model was available in a coupe body style, with a convertible body style added soon after. The facelift also saw the introduction of a 6speed smg automated manual. Repairsurge is compatible with any internetenabled computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet device. Truecar has over 1,578,642 listings nationwide, updated daily. The e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox. Used bmw m3 smg convertible for sale used cars gumtree. A good car is more than just a vehicle, it can be a status symbol. Finished in alpine white over a mulberry leather interior, the car is powered by a 3. Manual transmission parts for bmw m3 for sale ebay. With the largest selection of cars from dealers and private sellers, autotrader can help find the perfect m3 for you.

Buy manual bmw m3 model cars and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. In this video he discusses the conversion process, timeline, and costs. The m3 droptop will get bmws longrumored sevenspeed doubleclutch transmissionas will the m3 coupe and sedan. I heard the 6 spd is faster which seems untrue since the smg switches through the gears faster than most or all people can. The bmw m3 has built a storied reputation as one of the worlds best sports sedans. Bmw created several variants, including the m3 competition package zcp, the lightweight m3 csl and the 493 hp gtr v8, all greater performance cars which usually ended up on the track in europe and the us. Part numbers are equivalent to the printed versions available from your local u. The e46 m3 came in two different transmission variations. M3 models have been produced for every generation of 3 series since the e30 m3 was introduced in 1986. The innovation is that, when functioning as an automatic, the driver does not need to operate a clutch pedal, simply designate desired gear. Hey guys, this is part two of the e46 m3 transmission conversion to 6 speed manual. Manual e46 m3 s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more than manual m3 s so often times owners can buy an e46 m3 smg and have it converted to manual for about the same price as buying a true manual. Bmw offers the 2008 m3 in coupe, sedan and convertible flavors, but for us, we got the pick of the litter.

Replacing bmws sequential manual gearbox smg, it employs dual. Vs motorsports converts a e46 m3 smg transmission to manual. Get the best deals on bmw m3 cars when you shop the largest online selection at. The e46 m3 smg sequential manual gearbox is basically the exact same thing as the manual transmission except with a hydraulically actuated shifting mechanism. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Hey guys, this is part three of the e46 m3 transmission conversion to 6 speed manual. The bmw m3 saloon has two more doors, weighs 25kg extra, features blander taillights and, at. Among the automobiles that confers that instant status on a driver, bmw is surely one of the most immediately recognisable.

The fourth generation m3 was built from 2007 to 20 on the e90 saloon, e92 coupe and e93 convertible platforms. I hope the information in this video is very informative for everyone. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development. I would not use that to do the conversion loads of people in the usa ive helped out when they did this and used the above tool and couldnt get it to work properly had to leave smg module plugged in ect or it would not idle correct or lost power ect ect the list goes on. Find amazing local prices on used bmw m3 manual cars for sale. Smg to manual conversion complete with pics the m3cutters. New 2008 bmw m3 e93 convertible m dct doubleclutch transmission with drivelogic.

Complete manual transmissions for bmw m3 for sale ebay. Check out my main channel shoplifetv for the tutorial on how to do it. The swap on my car was done on a 2008 silverstone e60 m5 that was completed as close to factory as possible for a clean conversion. E46 m3 smg conversion to 6 speed manual part 2 youtube. Founded in 1979, dinan is well established as north americas premiere bmw tuner. I run a bmw specialty shop in my town and recently was brought in this 2006 m5 that had smg problems. Detailed features and specs for the used 2008 bmw m3 including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. These documents are official bmw m vehicle user manuals archived from bmw ag in zippdf format. Ive never driven an e46 manual m3 which maybe anyone thinking of doing this should in case you hate it. Smg to 6 speed conversion in progress bmw m5 forum and m6. New 2008 bmw m3 e93 convertible m dct transmission video. E46 m3 smg conversion to 6 speed manual part 3 youtube.

Fortunately, bmw s smg transmission is based off of a normal manual, so we were able to use the same gear. The bmw m3 convertible is not a footballers wives kind of car. A high revving straight six with beautifully tuned individual throttle bodies, boasts an impressive 333hp, with nimble handling, an aggressive stance and body design that still competes with todays exotic cars. The flappy paddle smg transmission option on the bmw m3 was the needy oopsbaby of the platform for a few arguably good reasons. Now i did not do this conversion because i was worried if my pump breaks or the smg packs up as mine was working flawlessly prior to the conversion. Come find a great deal on used bmw m3s in your area today. Jun 25, 2015 absolutely the wrong tool to use for a properly converted vehicle i am afraid. Its essentially a transmission capable of functioning as an automatic, or functioning as a manual transmission. Now, presumably because so many people are doing this swap, the manuals are several hundred more than used smgs. I get a lot of negative comments and questions about the smg gearbox in my e46 m3, but mostly. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit getrag 420g 6 speed fits. Contact to check on coreshipping and ensure availability before purchasing.

There was a time when smg transmissions used to be worth more than a bare 6 speed manual. Audi might promote dcts, but its topline r8 automated manual is still a. As a matter of fact, when some customers do have issues with the smg, they will opt for a manual conversion. After some diagnostics the customer decided he did not want to spend the money to repair it. View and download bmw 2008 m3 owners manual online. Bmw m3 smg to six speed manual conversion eurompire. This 1999 bmw m3 coupe was registered in texas, colorado, and arizona before being acquired by the seller in october 2019. Unlike bmws e60 m5 and e92 m3, the e46s smg and manual options use the same gearbox, allowing for cheap conversion from one to the other a process made simple less daunting by following.