An atmospheric, high-revving, roaring V8 that sends 420 hp to the rear wheels, where else can you find that. A car that is usable on a daily basis, but also effortlessly capable on the race track and then also with the rare manual transmission. Originally delivered in Sweden and then brought to the Netherlands by the current owner. Despite the low mileage, the last owner had the connecting rod bearings replaced as a precaution. The set that came out was brand new, but if you open it up, you put in a new set right away. At least it shows that the engine was in top condition!
The early history of the M3 consists mainly of upsizing: from a four-cylinder, to a six-cylinder, to eventually an eight-cylinder. From 2.3 liters to eventually 4.4 liters for the fattest V8 in the M3 GTS. After that, however, BMW turned to downsizing, making the E9x-generation M3 a unique position in the history of this iconic model with both the first and last 8-cylinder in the front. All the more so because it is the last M3 with an atmospheric engine.
The 'S65' V8 is a scaled-down version of the V10 from the e60 M5 and was developed specifically for the M3. This engine was named International Engine of the Year several times. The V8 produces its maximum output of 420 hp at a whopping 8,300 rpm and is limited at 8,400 rpm. This makes it the most high-revving engine ever in a BMW production model. The M3 also makes excellent progress at lower revs: 85% of its maximum torque (400 Nm) is available over a rev range of 6,500 rpm. A nice fact: contrary to what you might expect, the V8 is lighter than the smaller six-in-line from the previous generation M3.
What also benefits the weight (and center of gravity): the M3 Coupe comes standard with a carbon roof. That this looks cool is, of course, a nice bonus. In terms of looks, you have nothing to complain about anyway: the M3 Coupe looks exactly how you want an M model with a V8 to look. The wide wheel arches, the powerdome on the hood, a more aggressive front bumper, the four exhausts: the picture is exactly right. At the same time, it is not over the top, making this M3 a timeless appearance. This example is finished in Jerezschwarz Metallic with a black leather interior, making this M3 not too loud. In terms of looks then, in terms of sound, this M3 can certainly set a throat with the special exhaust and subtle changes to the suspension to make the car just a little sharper than it already is.
The current owner has also taken good care of it: the car was always in the garage and, as already mentioned, has already had the new connecting rod bearings as a precaution. This example, like the Bentley and the GT3, comes from the Dark Rush collection.
A brutal, high-revving V8, manual transmission, rear-wheel drive and a limited slip differential. It doesn't get any prettier (anymore). The engine is a feast and the combination completes it.
Jerezschwarz is a color very similar to Carbonschwarz. A very dark blue metallic paint which only changes from black to blue in bright light. In our opinion the composition is exactly as an E92 M3 should be.
The Dark Rush Collection is (partly) in! This BMW, along with two other cars, is part of a private collection, and is being auctioned through The Collectables.
A particularly diverse collection of cars with varying personalities and driving characteristics. The trio is distinctive black on black trim with carbon accents. The strikingly different versions, combined with the unobtrusive dark colors is what makes these cars a carefully selected set. The low mileage, good maintenance history and proper care over the years makes these specimens a unique collection.
0230 EU-specific additional package
02MD M Drive
02PA Wheel bolt with lock
0313 Folding exterior mirror
0423 Floor mat, velour
0428 Hazard triangle and first-aid kit
0431 Interior mirror, auto-dimming
0441 Smoking kit
0459 Electrically adjustable seats with memory
0493 Stowage package
0494 Seat heating for driver/passenger
04AE Sliding armrest front
0502 Headlamp cleaning intallation
0508 Park Distance Control (PDC)
0521 Rain sensor
0522 Xenon light
0534 Automatic air conditioning
0540 Speed control
0548 Speedometer
0563 Light package
05AC High beam assistant
05DS Emergency trunk release
0609 Navigation system Professional
0676 HiFi loudspeaker system
0698 Area code 2 for DVD
06S4 Swedish language version
06UH Traffic Information
0760 High-gloss Shadow line
0761 Individual glazing sunshade
0771 Titan Shadow interior trim
0775 Headlining anthracite
Seller - Private
Location - On request
Chassis number - WBSKG91050E397983
Registration number - G336RJ
First registration - 16-06-2010
First registration NL - 01-02-2020
Mileage - 44.100km
Demonstration - yes, through documentation
Warranty - no
VAT/margin car - Margin
Bodywork - Coupe
Engine - 4.0 V8 atmospheric 420 hp and 400 Nm
Drive system - Rear wheel drive
Transmission - Manual transmission
Tires - Pirelli P Zero
Exterior - Jerezschwarz metallic
Interior - Black
Upholstery - Full leather
Smoking car - No
Owners - 1 in NL, 1 in Sweden
Owned since - 01-02-2020
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