2004 BMW (E46) M3 - MANUAL - 43,698 miles

KEY FACTS

• A modern classic performance icon in superb, highly original condition and with a detailed maintenance history.
• Under the bonnet is the revered ‘S54’ naturally aspirated 3.2-litre straight-six, producing 338bhp and driving the rear wheels through the desirable six-speed manual gearbox.
• First registered in March 2004, this E46-generation M3 is now offered for sale by its second owner from new, who acquired it five years ago.
• The car received an Inspection I service by marque specialist Munich Legends in March 2021.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This M3 is finished in the timeless hue of Titanium Silver Metallic, complemented by Black Nappa leather upholstery.
• Factory-fitted equipment includes electrically adjustable front seats with memory function for the driver, air conditioning, rear parking sensors and a premium Harman/Kardon sound system.
• It rides on the optional set of 19-inch ‘Style 67’ M Double Spoke forged alloy wheels, which are shod with Continental SportContact 6 tyres and are in great shape.
• The car’s original owner’s manuals and service book will be included, along with an extensive maintenance history, two keys and the ‘valet’ key.
• The cherished registration ‘FWB 2’ is NOT included in the sale. The car is now registered on its original plate of AM04 DDY.

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage.
• The original Titanium Silver Metallic paintwork is in excellent condition, with only very minor stone chips to the front bumper and bonnet, a small scratch on the lower portion of the front bumper and some very slight bubbling on the rear driver’s-side wheel arch.
• Inside, the Black Nappa leather upholstery shows some signs of use and creasing in line with the car’s age and mileage, as well as light wear on the stitching on the driver’s seat bolster and minor wear on the leather-wrapped gear knob.
• Furthermore, the gas boot lid struts and bonnet catch show signs of minor surface corrosion.
• There are no electrical or mechanical faults, and no warning lights on the dashboard.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 22 March 2021 at 43,508 miles, which resulted in a pass with two advisories for a worn nearside rear tyre and some corrosion on both rear brake pipes.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This M3’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in March 2021 at 43,545 miles by marque specialist Munich Legends Ltd. As well as an ‘Inspection I’ service, this also included replacement of the air conditioning belt, both side indicator lamps, the driver’s-side rear exhaust mount and both rear suspension trailing arm bushes, along with both rear anti-roll bar drop links, the driver’s-side front flexi brake hose, the headlamp level sensors and the interior mirror.
• Furthermore, the rear subframe was inspected, all four of the diamond-cut alloy wheels were refurbished, and a four-wheel alignment was carried out.
• The seller also notes that a new starter motor was fitted in July 2021 by PMW German Car Specialists.

Dates and mileages:

• 01/03/2004 – PDI
• 24/09/2004 – 1,721 miles (running-in) – Elms BMW Cambridge
• 02/12/2006 – 5,051 miles (Oil service) – Elms BMW Cambridge
• 14/05/2008 – 13,051 miles (Inspection I) – Elms BMW Cambridge
• 02/12/2010 – 17,421 miles (Oil service)
• xx/02/2013 – 20,891 miles (Inspection II)
• 03/08/2016 – 36,180 miles (Oil service)
• 13/10/2016 – 36,832 miles (Inspection II) – Curtis Johnson Ltd
• 13/07/2018 – (Brake discs and pads, new front calipers) – Mark Fish Motorsport
• 20/03/2019 – 41,221 miles - (Oil Service) – Sytner BMW Chigwell
• 26/03/2021 – 43,545 miles (Inspection I) – Munich Legends Ltd
• 14/07/2021 – (Starter motor replaced) – PMW German Car Specialists

SUMMARY

This BMW (E46) M3 is a particularly well-presented example of the celebrated performance car, with low mileage, a strong service history, and the desirable six-speed manual gearbox. Benefiting from a recent service and some light mechanical refurbishment, this M3 could now be put to use as an exciting weekend B-road car, but is sufficiently practical and comfortable to be pressed into duty as a rewarding daily driver if desired.

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Please note: the cherished plate shown on the vehicle is not included in the sale. It has been switched back to an age-related registration plate of AM04 DDY.