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BMW E46 M3
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BMW E46 M3

Enthusiasts will debate for decades to come which M3 was the best.

History File

  • Year 2002
  • Titan Silver Exterior
  • Grey Leather Interior
  • Manual Transmission
  • 61,000 Miles
  • Engine Capacity 3246cc
  • Full Service History
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Rear Offside of Titan Silver E46 M3 with high gloss exterior trim.

Full Specification:

  • BMW E46 M3
  • Built 9/2/2002
  • First Registered 2/3/2002
  • Manual Gearbox
  • Full Service History
  • 61,000 Miles
  • Two Previous Owners
  • Titan Silver Exterior
  • Grey Leather Interior
  • High Gloss Exterior Trim
  • Fine Wood Trim
  • 19” Wheels
  • Air Conditioning
  • On-Board Computer
  • Sport Multi-Function Steering Wheel
  • Dynamic Stability Control
  • Auto-Dim Mirrors
  • Electric Front Memory Seats with Rear Width Adjustment
  • BMW Alarm System
  • Electric Folding Mirrors
  • Centre Armrest
  • Xenon Lights
  • Headlight Cleaning
  • Rain Sensor
  • BMW Business Radio

Any of you that know me will be aware that my roots date back to the revered E30 M3. I grew up with them and love homologation specials with competition pedigree. That said, one would argue that the E46 M3 will go down in the history books as the most all round, multi-tasking M3 of all time. Utter day to day usability blended with track day ability for the weekends.

Ownership

Following our usual workshop inspection of this car, it was given the green light and we are delighted to be able to offer this exceptional example for sale. 

With only 61,000 miles in the hands of just two owners and featuring a complete service history from new.  The second owner purchased the car in 2013 with 58,000 miles and has covered a mere 3,000 miles during his 9 years of ownership during which time the car has been permanently garaged.

Rear nearside of E46 M3 with alloy wheels and high gloss exterior trim.
Workshop Preparation

The Hero Motor Company workshop has carried out the usual pre-sales inspection and the following will be carried out prior to handover to the new owner. 

Carry out Inspection II service 
Change brake fluid and coolant
Diagnose and rectify faulty air conditioning
Replace fuel cap
Convert back to original rear lights as wiring untidy
Replace battery tray clips
Replace all four tyres
Replace o/s/f and n/s/f ABS sensor rubbers 
Replace rear brake pads and sensor
Carry out removal of exhaust and modify due to corroded and cracked flanges
Remove differential and replace all diff seals. 
Carry out underside clean, and protection with clear cavity wax
Road test car and MOT

Engine bay on E46 M3.
Handover

This M3 will be handed over to the new owner with all the original manuals, handbooks, fully stamped service book, service wallet, build sheet and document file.

Alloy wheels on an E46 M3.
Grey leather interior on an E46 M3 with sport multi function steering wheel.
Grey leather interior on an E46 M3.
M3 detail on Titan Silver E46 BMW.

The E46 M3 wore a Savile Row suit during the week with the ability to pound the race circuits of Europe at the weekends. At the heart of the M3 is the now legendary, award winning S54 engine. An in-line 6-cylinder, 24 valve, 3,246 CC, twin cam with double Vanos and managed by Siemens sophisticated engine management, which made it possible to achieve 343 bhp, 365 Nm of torque whilst returning over 30 mpg if cruising. This clever power plant is the key to these cars' split personality and multi-tasking abilities.

Front exterior showing Xenon Headlights and BMW badge on Titan Silver E46 M3.
M3 badge on Titan Silver E46.
Rear exterior of Titan Silver E46 M3.

Our Thoughts

Offside exterior of E46 M3 with alloy wheels.
BMW E46 M3
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