It is looking like the F80 M3 is actually a pretty darn reliable car. Alas, with no new one coming tomorrow (it is late next year I think), I think people are starting to realize "crap, this car is pretty good"
nice video here explaining how there really is not much out there that is better.
and yes, Manuals were much lower production - and want one with a sunroof? Good luck!
and man, I agree, the SCH thing is so over blown.