Whereas the last two generations of the M3 feature forced induction, the E92 has a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter V8 that delivers 414 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.

If you're in the market for a BMW M3 but don't want to pay a fortune for a brand-new one, then perhaps the only V8 variant will be better suited.

Although the E46 M3’s S54 straight-six (also fitted to later M Roadster and Coupe versions) was a huge success, the Motorsport division decided to break with tradition and build a rabid V8.

The E92 M3 was available with a 6-speed manual as well as a Getrag-sourced 7-speed DCT transmission. In fact, it was the first BMW to be available with a dual-clutch transmission.

If wanting more power from your M3 is the problem, then that's a problem many of us would like to have. While no slouch at 414 hp, it is, nonetheless, something ...

BMW M3 GTS – Click above for high-res image gallery Well that was fast. As well it should be. Because what you’re looking at is the most hardcore roadgoing M3 to date. It’s called the GTS ...