I did a search, and I've seen a few different dates. I was under the impression that the new M3 would be released in fall 06. BUT, I've seen some replies stating 07.

I have an SLK32 that I'm seriously considering unloading for an M3. I can get a pretty decent deal on an 06, but I'd love to get my hands on a V8.

Does anyone have a definite (more or less) release date, and does anyone have a ballpark on MSRP?

thanks

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look into MY 2008, could possibly be released in spring of 07, from what BMW has traditionaly done, they are so typical. Base price would proably be around 55-57K.

I belive the new M will be available in the UK/Europe and possibly Australia in Q4 2006 Q1 2007 with the US to come online shortly thereafter.
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I belive the new M will be available in the UK/Europe and possibly Australia in Q4 2006 Q1 2007 with the US to come online shortly thereafter.
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thanks for the replies. I thought the M3 would be released in about 12 months. I was thinking a modest rise in base MSRP, but was sure how much.

Hmm still no confirmation on price or anything atm.
I would say there will be an increase but hopefully its nothing CRAZY, if it is, a lot of ppl will be shopping elsewhere as there are a lot of vehicles out there now that MAY be considered as good.
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Typically BMW waits 1 year after making a model M before producing a new model. So assuming this is the last year for the E46 M's, they'll probably start releasing the E90 M3's in 07 for MY08.

Going by what everyone ahead of me said, it's safe to assume around Oct. 2007.

Seeing where E90 sedan prices have gone and where the Audi RS4 is rumored to be priced, don't you think that it's safe to assume that a well equipped E90 M3 will be pushing $65K.

I have heard that we will see the E90 M3 at Frankfurt Auto Show next fall with the European release that following spring and the NA release late the following summer.

Seeing where E90 sedan prices have gone and where the Audi RS4 is rumored to be priced, don't you think that it's safe to assume that a well equipped E90 M3 will be pushing $65K.
It's all speculation at this point. Some factors to consider:

It sounds like there will be a 335i turbo at around 300hp. This, along with the M3's bump to a 400 - 425hp V8, and the S4's high price, will give BMW room to move upmarket. How far is speculation. I would doubt they will go so radically higher as to alienate current customers. But I bet base will be at least 55k, with $65k well-equipped.

The problem is not the base price you have to deal with...it's the markup on the first year runs of the M3. Even if the new M starts at 55k, that's not THAT much more than the M now...considering what you get. But, you can expect to pay 10-15k more than what you would normally pay. Because of demand they can almost charge anything on top of the sticker and people will still pay.

The problem is not the base price you have to deal with...it's the markup on the first year runs of the M3. Even if the new M starts at 55k, that's not THAT much more than the M now...considering what you get. But, you can expect to pay 10-15k more than what you would normally pay. Because of demand they can almost charge anything on top of the sticker and people will still pay.


you obviously haven't optioned out a bimmer for purchase...a 55k start price means 60k w/ sport package/prem..lucky to get xenons. Sound will probably be a upcharge...anyway, plan on 62-3k w/o mark up.

The problem is not the base price you have to deal with...it's the markup on the first year runs of the M3. Even if the new M starts at 55k, that's not THAT much more than the M now...considering what you get. But, you can expect to pay 10-15k more than what you would normally pay. Because of demand they can almost charge anything on top of the sticker and people will still pay.
There are many dealers that do not sell for over list. Mine (Rasmussen, Portland) is one. I put a $500 deposit down a couple weeks ago (#9 on their pre-order list) and got a sales contract stipulating the price will be MSRP.