A true icon, future classic or the best M3 ever. These are just some of the terms that immediately come up when you type ''E46 M3'' into the search engine.
The third-generation M3, commonly known by its E46 code, is perhaps the flagship of the M family. Perhaps even the showpiece of BMW. A bold claim perhaps, but if there is a better hybrid between classic style and modern performance, we have yet to encounter it.
The E46 is actually a flawless combination between everything you desire. Little to no understeer, and oversteer only when you force it. The suspension is stiff, but comfortable enough when the road surface is not too bad. The 343-hp Line 6 provides ample power when desired. Leather sports seats that are also comfortable, but also definitely hold you well.
Although a BMW SMG automatic doesn't disappoint (especially if you use it for what it was made for), it's very cool that this is an ''old-fashioned'' (and highly sought-after) manual transmission. It still provides more feeling while driving. Intermediate throttle yourself, being responsible for the clutch yourself. And choose the revs of the 5 times Engine of the Year award winning S54 engine.
Originally, this M3 was delivered in Belgium. It comes from the collection of the owner of Bilia Verstraeten (BMW dealer). Since 2022 the E46 is on Dutch registration in the name of the current owner.
Where many E46's have now been renamed to Ring-racer with semi-slicks, bucket seats and a roll cage, this example is neatly preserved and in very good original condition!
Our opinion
This E46 is actually just the way you want it. Hand switched, only 48 thousand kilometers(!), neatly (dealer) maintained, Titanium Silver Metallic with a black leather interior and from only the 3rd owner. As far as we are concerned a once in a lifetime car ...
Equipment
This M3 is equipped with:
S210A Dynamic stability control
S459A Electric seat adjustment with memory
S520A Fog lights
S710A M-Sport multifunction steering wheel
Rear spoiler
Climate control
Modifications
None, this car is still in original condition.
Remarks
- Upper part (to trim) passenger door is repainted
- Slight damage under the mirror driver's door
- Curb damage
Recent maintenance history
- 26-09-2002 at 0km ready for delivery
- 23-10-2003 at 6,800km
- 26-10-2004 at 11,600km
- 07-10-2005 at 15.693km
- 06-11-2006 at 20,585km
- 01-06-2008 at 27,117km
- 27-09-2010 at 35,154km
- 15-06-2012 at 39,766km
- 23-01-2020 at 47,800km
At 48,000km the M3 received new tires.
Included with sale
- 2 original keys
- Folder with invoices and documentation
- Original board folder + corresponding booklets
Summary
Seller - Casper
Location - Zwijndrecht
Chassis number - WBSBL91090JP84538
Registration number - P-725-ZZ
First registration - 25-09-2002
Mileage - 48.500km
Demonstration - Yes, by means of invoices
Warranty - No
VAT/margin car - Margin
Bodywork - Coupe
Engine - 3.2 Liter 6 cylinder in line engine
Drive system - Rear wheel drive
Transmission - Manual
Tires - Michelin Pilot Sport at mileage 48,000
Exterior - Titanium Silver Metallic (354)
Interior - Black leather
Upholstery - Black leather
Smoking car - No
Owners - 3
Owned since - 11-07-2022
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B46
2023-08-10 11:44:08
Zijn er lakdikte metingen bekend?
Vanos en lagerschalen al eens vervangen?
Achteras ophanging gecontroleerd op haarscheuren?
Lars - The Collectables
2023-08-11 15:44:02
Beste B46, de verkoper schrijft:
Lakdikte heb ik wel gemeten alleen heb ik geen rapport van, deze zou ik wel kunnen maken.
Vanos is nooit vervangen maar nog belangrijker, hier zijn geen klachten van.
Lagerschalen zijn ook nooit vervangen, hier geld een terugroepactie voor waar deze E46 buiten valt en dus in orde zijn. Zie bijlage.
Achteras zelf met een specialist gecontroleerd maar volledig in orde, dit zou ook eventueel door de bieder zelf gecontroleerd mogen worden.
Mochten er nog aanvullende vragen zijn dan horen we het graag!
Alvast een goed weekend gewenst!
Lars - The Collectables
2023-08-11 15:44:29
Ps, de genoemde bijlage mail ik.
Yuri
2023-08-17 14:14:51
Good morning. Given the impossibility of personally verifying the car, I ask for confirmation that besides the door the car has original factory paint. Thank you.
Yuri
2023-08-17 21:25:42
Welk land van eerste registratie? Bedankt.
Lars - The Collectables
2023-08-18 08:45:38
Good morning Yuri,
The photos of the paint thickness measurements have been added.
The M3 was delivered new in Belgium
M3 COLLECTOR
2023-08-21 18:45:33
Kan iemand mij vertellen welk type achterspoiler er is gemonteerd?
Deze zie ik zelden tot nooit op een E46 M3
Lars - The Collectables
2023-08-21 19:52:30
Beste M3 COLLECTOR,
Foto’s van de documentatie zijn gemaild.
Succes met de veiling allen & een fijne avond gewenst
Vanos en lagerschalen al eens vervangen?
Achteras ophanging gecontroleerd op haarscheuren?
Lakdikte heb ik wel gemeten alleen heb ik geen rapport van, deze zou ik wel kunnen maken.
Vanos is nooit vervangen maar nog belangrijker, hier zijn geen klachten van.
Lagerschalen zijn ook nooit vervangen, hier geld een terugroepactie voor waar deze E46 buiten valt en dus in orde zijn. Zie bijlage.
Achteras zelf met een specialist gecontroleerd maar volledig in orde, dit zou ook eventueel door de bieder zelf gecontroleerd mogen worden.
Mochten er nog aanvullende vragen zijn dan horen we het graag!
Alvast een goed weekend gewenst!
The photos of the paint thickness measurements have been added.
The M3 was delivered new in Belgium
Deze zie ik zelden tot nooit op een E46 M3
Foto’s van de documentatie zijn gemaild.
Succes met de veiling allen & een fijne avond gewenst