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OP

U say u want a 'refined' version of the E46 M3. Then how about the M3 CS Coupe or M3 Competition Package as this is known in Europe with the BMW Manual Gearbox :-).

This has the main benefit of all the creature comforts of the regular M3 with some of the dynamic qualities of the M3 CSL.

Comforts such as electric leather sports with driver memory; air-conditioning; climate control etc but with the additions of M3 CSL sharper steering rack; M3 CSL bigger brakes; M3 CSL suede/alcantra steering wheel; M3 CSL suede/alcantra handbrake; M-Track mode; revised suspension designed to reduce any understeer and better handling; CSL wheels.

Go for the BMW Manual Gearbox M3 CS as more involving over wider range of driving conditions. This is also big plus. Also comes with SMGII as an option.

Should be cheaper than CSL. Rarer than CSL in UK than in Europe. However, in Eirope may be other way round. Adds extra sparkle to the amazing M3 especially the more involving steering rack. CS is better should u want more refined especially when used more regularly than CSL.