For the 2001 through 2006 BMW M3 model years, third-gen E46 variants delivered the goods ... with less weight and riding on ...

As it tumbled down into Castellane, feeling almost weightless, sweeping through turns in its great, almost elastic sweet-spot, the relatively humble BMW ... M3 was a last hurrah for the E46.

BMW’s diesel-powered 3-series has long been the acceptable face of oil-burning for enthusiasts. This new F30-generation 330d M Sport is no exception. First impressions are wholly encouraging.