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I am looking at a 2002 bmw m3 as a second sports car

Anyone here had/have one? Are the cars problematic? 333HP out of a 6cyl non turbo seems like alot. I'd maybe put 5-10km a year if I am lucky and not drive in winter.
I had one for a while in Germany. The motor has a reputation of being problematic, and mine did need cams and lifters replaced (under warranty). The early years were a bit worse- do a little research.

I liked the car, but was a bit underwhelmed- good car, but maybe a bit overpriced for what you got at the time. Depends what you're coming from of course, but it felt a little low on torque and yet didn't put power down well at all- strange combination. In any case it's still on a short list of cars, but I wouldn't get another...
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