Follow the 3: BMW 3 Series Through the Years in Images

As the 2012 BMW 3 Series debuts, Motor Trend takes a look at the BMW 3 Series through the years in images, with an extensive photo gallery.
In the arc of sports sedan history, the BMW 3 Series is the undisputed king—but some of the dynamic magic seems to have dissipated in recent years. With the new car, BMW is promising a return to form.

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