2010 BMW (E90) M3

KEY FACTS

• An elegant example of the potent performance saloon, finished in a tasteful colour combination and with an impressive factory specification.
• Under the bonnet sits a 4.0-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine, sending 414bhp to the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with paddle shift.
• The last of the naturally aspirated M3s with only two former keepers, this 2010 model benefits from the ‘LCI’ upgrades, which include LED taillights and updated interior trim.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This M3 is finished in Silverstone II metallic over a matching Novillo Palladium Silver leather interior. 
• It rides on its original 19-inch diamond cut alloy wheels, shod with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres.
• The factory specification includes cruise control, automatic xenon headlights, front and rear parking sensors, a multifunction steering wheel with ‘M’ tricolour stitching, and a widescreen iDrive infotainment system complete with satellite navigation.
• The car is accompanied by the full owner’s book pack stating the supplying dealer details as Ocean BMW Falmouth, various servicing and MOT invoices, an email from BMW Barretts Canterbury confirming the running-in service history and other services carried out by Ocean BMW Falmouth, the original toolkit, BMW touch-up stick, and two keys.
• The cherished registration ‘K55 EDF’ is not included, and the car will revert to the age-related number plate ‘GX59 SVN’. 

Factory specification

• 2MK: Seven-speed DCT
• 2MT: 19-inch M double-spoke alloy wheels
• 313: Electrically folding mirrors
• 4MX: Interior finishers aluminium grey
• 465: Split-folding rear seats
• 493: Extended storage
• 497: Rear centre armrest
• 5DC: Rear folding head restraints
• 508: Front and rear park distance control
• 6FL: USB audio interface
• 612: BMW Assist
• 616: BMW Assist online portal
• 620: Voice control
• 633: Enhanced Bluetooth functionality
• 761: Sun protection glass

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage.
• The Silverstone II paintwork is very smart, with only a few imperfections. These include a small chip on the boot lid and lower driver’s door seal, some stone chips on the bonnet, and reported paint wear on the passenger-side sill due to road dirt. All chips have been touched in with the official BMW paint stick, which accompanies the vehicle.
• The owner states that the nearside rear wheel has starting to display some discolouration to its diamond-cut face and would now benefit from refurbishment. All four wheels were refurbished approximately two years ago.
• Moving inside, the original Silverstone leather cabin is described as excellent, with only some slight wear to the driver’s back bolster and infotainment screen.
• The car is in excellent working order, with no known mechanical or electrical faults. 
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 30 September 2021 at 49,699 miles, when the car registered a clean first-time pass with an advisory for the rear tyres to be replaced in the next 2,000 miles. It has always passed every MOT on its first attempt. 

SERVICE HISTORY

• This M3 was last serviced in July 2020 at 42,778 miles by Mach1 Automotive, who carried out an engine oil and filter change, as well as renewal of the spark plugs and screen wash.
• Prior to this, in June 2018 at 31,143 miles, Cooper BMW Tunbridge Wells performed an engine oil, filter and air filter change.
• Previously, in June 2016, Prestige Performance Centre carried out an engine oil, filter and brake fluid change.
• Over the last two years, the owner has also replaced the brake discs and pads, and carried out a full paint correction before applying a protective ceramic coating.

Dates and Mileages:

• Jul 2020 – Mach1 Automotive LTD
• Jun 2018 – Cooper BMW Tunbridge Wells
• Jun 2016 – Prestige Performance Centre 
• Jan 2014 – BMW Ocean Falmouth
• Jan 2013 – BMW Ocean Falmouth
• Feb 2012 – BMW Ocean Falmouth
• Feb 2010 – BMW Ocean Falmouth (Running in Service)

SUMMARY

Combining a sonorous and muscular naturally aspirated engine with a responsive paddle-shift gearbox, this BMW M3 is an involving and engaging driver’s car. Whether kept as a fun weekend toy or put into use as an exciting and practical daily driver, this tastefully specified performance saloon is sure to raise a smile each time the V8 fires into life.

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Please note: the cherished plate shown on the vehicle is not included in the sale. It will be switched back to an age-related registration plate in the event of a successful auction.