2003 BMW M3

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This E46-era M3 is finished in Mystic Blue over a grey leather-trimmed cabin. It rides on a set of 19-inch ‘Style 67’ alloy wheels, wrapped in a combination of Continental and Avon tyres. Factory-fitted equipment includes rear parking sensors, cruise control, a Harman/Kardon sound system, air conditioning, electrically adjustable front seats, and a BMW Business CD player.

Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack, service book, a recent MOT test certificate, and the toolkit. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Stone chips on the paintwork are reported to have been professionally repaired.

The seller is not aware of any electrical or mechanical faults. The most recent MOT test was conducted on 8 November 2022 at 130,342 miles, resulting in a clean first-time pass. SERVICE HISTORY The car was last serviced in September 2020 at 128,046 miles.

Prior to this, BMW specialist Bartlett Automotive carried out a service in September 2019 at 125,995 miles. The previous service was performed by BMW specialist SRN Motor Services in June 2017 at 104,406 miles. The seller reports that the car has covered only around 3,000 miles during their three-year ownership.

Dates and mileage: Sep 2020 – 128,046 miles – unknown Sep 2019 – 125,995 miles – Bartlett Automotive Jun 2017 – 104,406 miles – SRN Motor Services Dec 2016 – 103,409 miles – Warne Motors Bury Ltd Sep 2012 – 76,870 miles – unreadable Sep 2010 – 65,935 miles – Chequers MOT Oct 2008 – 55,494 miles – Corn Exchange Garage Jun 2006 – 41,679 miles – Specialist Cars Luton Aug 2005 – 26,435 miles – Specialist Cars Luton Jul 2004 – 11,815 miles – Specialist Cars Luton Oct 2003 – 1,330 miles – Specialist Cars Luton Sep 2003 – PDI – Specialist Cars Luton SUMMARY This E46-era BMW M3 is a desirable example of the marque’s timelessly appealing modern classic performance hero, offered for sale in reportedly unmodified condition, and specified with an engaging manual gearbox for enhanced driver involvement. It would make a solid addition to a wider assembly of M-cars, and an exciting yet practical companion for daily use, spirited weekend drives, or longer distance road trips. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading.

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