2003 BMW (E46) M3 CONVERTIBLE - MANUAL

KEY FACTS

• A smart example of an exciting open-top performance car, presented in highly original condition and benefitting from regular maintenance.
• Under the bonnet is the 338bhp 3.25-litre S54 straight-six, which drives the rear wheels via the desirable six-speed manual transmission.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This E46-generation M3 is finished in Carbon Black Metallic with a blue convertible hood, and features a black Nappa leather interior.
• Equipment includes a premium Harman/Kardon sound system, heated and electrically adjustable front seats, satellite navigation and rear parking sensors.
• It rides on a set of 19-inch diamond-cut ‘Style 67’ alloy wheels, which are in great shape.
• This M3 will be accompanied by its full tool kit, service book and two keys.

CONDITION

• No known body damage.
• While it is not known whether the Carbon Black Metallic paintwork has been resprayed in the past, it presents very well indeed, with only a few blemishes around the car, including stone chips on the nose and scuffs on the lower front bumper.
• Inside, the black Nappa leather interior is in impressive overall condition, and while there are some small scratches on the plastic trim, wear on the leather-wrapped steering wheel, surface wear and creases on the seat bolsters, this is to be expected given the car’s mileage.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults with the vehicle, and there are no warning lights showing on the dashboard.
• The car’s most recent MOT test was conducted on 6 April 2020 at 119,239 miles, resulting in a first-time pass with advisories for wear to the front brake discs, wear on the rear tyres and slight play in the offside front suspension arm ball joint.
• The seller will have another MOT test carried out before handing the car over to its next owner.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This M3’s most recent routine maintenance was a general oil and filter service, which was carried out in April 2020 at 119,239 miles by Auto Union.
• Prior to this, it was serviced in March 2019 at 118,464 miles, again by Auto Union, and in December 2015 by Autotech Performance.

Dates and mileage:

• 19/02/03 - Sytner Newport
• 18/03/03 - Sytner Newport - 1,200 miles
• 08/10/03 - Stratstone BMW - 11,985 miles
• 17/05/04 - Stratstone BMW - 21,764 miles
• 29/06/05 - Sytner Chigwell - 35,483 miles
• 16/02/07 - Sytner Chigwell - 47,659 miles
• 30/01/10 - Cotswold BMW - 59,312 miles
• 25/02/11 - Autotech Performance - 71,015 miles
• 22/03/12 - Autotech Performance - 80,952 miles
• 25/04/13 - Autotech Performance - 92,710 miles
• 06/10/14 - Autotech Performance - 104,866 miles
• 05/12/15 - RRD Automotive - 113,304 miles
• 12/03/19 - Auto Union - 118,464 miles
• 07/04/20 - Auto Union - 119,239 miles

SUMMARY

This E46-generation BMW M3 Convertible is a sought-after performance car, presented in unmodified condition and with very good maintenance history. Finished in an ever-popular factory colour scheme and equipped with the desirable six-speed manual transmission, this usable modern classic would make an excellent summer cruiser, and could easily be pressed into service as a fun daily driver.

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