2003 BMW (E46) M3 CONVERTIBLE - 28,406 MILES

KEY FACTS

• A sought-after open-top performance car, with a timeless colour scheme and very low mileage.
• Under the bonnet is the high-revving 3.2-litre ‘S54’ straight-six, producing 338bhp and 269lb-ft of torque, coupled with the six-speed SMG-II automated manual transmission with paddle shift.
• It benefits from an excellent BMW service history and remains in superb condition throughout, including a very recent inspection of the rear subframe.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The ‘S54’ was the final evolution of BMW’s ‘S50’ engine, featuring individual throttle bodies for each cylinder and electronic throttle control.
• This example has been fitted with an AC Schnitzer exhaust back box.
• Factory features include electrically adjustable and heated front sport seats, climate control, rear parking sensors, xenon headlights, BMW Professional media with navigation, Harmon Kardon sound system, and the multifunction M Sport steering wheel,
• The original factory-fitted infotainment unit has been updated to digital TV with a new screen fitted, plus an updated original Bluetooth module and a brand-new original DVD sat-nav drive.
• The original owner’s manual and service book are included in their factory leather wallet, along with two keys and a raft of maintenance invoices. The wind deflector is no longer with the car.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• Its Titan Silver Metallic paintwork is in excellent condition overall, commensurate with the car’s low mileage.
• All four alloy wheels have been totally stripped and refurbished.
• The black leather upholstery is in great shape, with the ‘M’ badges embossed on the headrests, and presents with just some light creasing to the seat bolsters. 
• All of the electrics are believed to work as they should.
• The most recent MOT test was on 11 May 2021 at 28,379 miles, which was a clean pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its last scheduled maintenance was undertaken in May 2021 at 28,380 miles, where technicians at Inchcape BMW changed the engine oil and filter, replaced the auxiliary drive belts, and performed a general vehicle check. The subframe was also inspected and found to be in good order.
• The SMG-II hydraulic gear selector has recently been renewed, and is covered under warranty until September 2021.

Summary:

• 17/11/03 - 1,069 miles - Cooper Reading (running-in)
• 25/01/05 - 4,475 miles - Cooper Reading (Oil service)
• 06/05/08 - 8,124 miles - Cooper Reading (Inspection I)
• 19/03/12 - 13,395 miles - Hexagon BMW Service (Inspection II)
• 11/11/14 - 21,543 miles - Hexagon BMW Service (Oil service)
• 23/06/16 - 25,528 miles - Williams Bolton BMW Service (Oil service)
• 06/06/19 - 27,994 miles - Cooper Colchester (Inspection II)
• 11/05/21 - 28,379 miles - Inchcape Colchester (Oil service)

SUMMARY

This BMW (E46) M3 Convertible is an acclaimed open-top performance car, with an uprated exhaust, a sleek Titan Silver Metallic finish and a comprehensive BMW service history. It is a rare low-mileage example of the breed, which will no doubt appeal to marque collectors, but is ultimately ready to enjoy as an exciting weekend toy through the summer months.

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