You need to unlock the car (even if it is already unlocked, as the immobilizer kicks in after a certain period of time (I think a minute) then insert the key, turn it to position 2 (one before ignition) then pull back on the paddles, placing it into neutral, then turn the key and start the car, foot on the brake of course.

 

I had one of the first SMG M3's, I went to dinner at Ruth's Chris, and the girl I was with asked if the valet would be able to drive the car, so I figured I'd find out for grins, plus I have a good relationship with the valet there and he's one of the few who I trust, anyways I pulled up to the valet and asked if he knew how to drive an SMG, he said yea, I know how to drive all kinds. Then as soon as he sits down he says "what the...." then I tipped him and parked the car in front.

It was pretty funny.

 

i had an 03 m3 smg...

and i would always get a cocky "oh yea, sure, i know how to drive everything."

these guys would sit in the car, and be like...um? i'd love to listen to them make excuses....

 

if you put the manetino on low traction or sport......it'll blip just fine.