Ep 1. 2004 BMW M3

In season 21 of Wheeler Dealers, the hosts Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead take on their first project of the season, a 2004 BMW M3. This episode begins with Brewer searching for cars online until he comes across the M3. He's excited about this car because it's affordable and has a great reputation for being reliable, quick, and fun to drive.

When Brewer and Anstead first see the car, they're impressed with the overall condition, but there are still a few things that need to be fixed. One of the biggest things that needs to be addressed is the car's subframe mounts. These mounts are known to crack on E46 M3s, which can be a dangerous problem. Brewer and Anstead take the car to a BMW specialist to fix this issue and prevent any future problems.

Once the subframe mounts are fixed, the team begins working on the car's suspension. They replace the shocks and struts and add new brakes to improve the car's handling and stopping power. The team also replaces the car's clutch, which was slipping, with a new one.

After the car's mechanical issues are fixed, the team focuses on making the car look better. They start with a new coat of paint in the car's original color of Carbon Black metallic. Then they add new wheels and tires and replace the old exhaust system with a new one. Finally, they add some subtle modifications including an updated LCI front bumper and a CSL-style rear diffuser to give the car a more aggressive and modern look.

Throughout the episode, Brewer and Anstead encounter a few setbacks, including discovering that the car's rear differential was making a strange noise. They have to remove the entire rear subframe to replace the bearings, which is a time-consuming and complicated process. Despite these challenges, the team remains optimistic and keeps working on the car until it's finished.

The episode ends with a test drive of the car and Brewer and Anstead are thrilled with how it turned out. The car looks and sounds amazing, and it's clear that the mechanical improvements they made have greatly improved the driving experience. Brewer takes the car to a nearby drag strip to see how fast it can go and he's impressed with its speed and power.

Overall, this episode of Wheeler Dealers is a great start to the season. The hosts are passionate about cars and it's clear that they know what they're doing when it comes to fixing them up and making them look great. The 2004 BMW M3 is a great choice for a project car and it's exciting to see how the team improves it over the course of the episode. This is definitely a must-watch episode for fans of the show and anyone who loves fast cars.