Year: 2003
Make: BMW
Model: M3
Price: $27000
Mileage: 84292
Color: Oxford Green
Private or Dealer Listing: Private Listing
Location (State): MN
Transmission: Manual
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive

2003.5 BMW M3
Oxford Green exterior
Nappa Black interior
Manual transmission
84,292 miles
Premium package
Cold weather package
Xenon lights
HK audio
Metallic paint

Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Ebay Link(Autocheck report): http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-M3-Base-...US_Cars_Trucks

The time has come for me to pass along yet another iconic automobile. It has been a fantastic car, and undoubtedly the sweetest handling of any I have owned (including a Lotus Elise which was better described as challenging). I have also received more compliments on the looks and in particular the color than any of my past cars. If you haven't seen Oxford Green in person find one, its beautiful! Sadly, I don’t fit wearing a helmet, and I made the mistake of driving something else that suits me better for the time being.

It was purchased late last Fall and has been driven sparingly. I walk or bike to work, so the car is more a toy than tool. Part of the fun for me is improvement, and the running theme for E46 M3 enjoyment seems to be maintenance. Before picking it up I had the previous owner complete a full Inspection II, PPI along with compression test, and thorough cleaning all done by respective professional shops. This was really only the beginning of my stewardship. I’ll try to list everything done, but it’s likely I’ll forget something. Mileage wont be exact, but its been driven so little it hardly matters. I have most all of the receipts which will be in included.

Maintenance/Modification:

80k miles:

Inspection II
-Minus rotors and spark plugs, done later.
Auto-dimming rear view mirror rebuilt

82k miles:

Mounted Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 to use on stock 18” wheels

83k-84k miles:

Exterior
New Pilkington windshield
-New cowl cover
-New sealing gasket
New hood vent
Satin black front grille and side vent trim
Headlight refresh
-New outer covers, ZKW-R clear lenses, Morimoto XB35 5k bulbs, D.S. Igniter
Fog lights
-New non-fluted housing with yellow 9006 bulbs
Amber lights (Tail, side, front)
-Cree LED reverse and front indicator bulbs
Front license plate mount

Interior
F10 M5 illuminated shift ****
Euro center console/storage
Auxiliary Input
Wrapped trim with 3M 1080 titanium vinyl
Dallas Custom Wheel wrapped steering wheel (Porsche Cocoa/Gray Alcantara)
New Drivers side Tweeter cover/door handle
New drivers side arm rest
New floor mats (Both carpeted and Weathertech)
New plastic trunk trays
All new door panel clips on both sides to address rattles

Engine
Full VANOS rebuild
-Beisan Systems solenoid, rattle kit, pump disk, seals repair
-New Bolts
-Polished housing
-Diaphragm springs
-New valve cover gasket
-New chain tensioner
-New crush washers
Oil change using Rotella 5w40 for 100 miles after VANOS rebuild
Oil change using Castrol Edge TWS 10w60
Brushed finish on oil filter housing cap
All new ignition coils (Newest Bosch style)
Spark Plugs
Accessory belts and idler/tensioner

Brakes
DBA T3 Rotors
Stainless rotor retaining screws
Rotors were removed, cleaned, and painted black
Stainless brake lines installed
Motul RBF600 fluid flush
OE pads
Pagid parking brake shoes
Ate parking brake springs & retainers

Suspension
Whiteline RTAB, FCAB, Rear control upper & lower bushings
Whiteline 30mm front sway bar
Eibach rear sway bar
New front control arms
Ohlins Road and Track coilovers
Swift 450lb front springs
Vorshlag camber plates
AKG rear strut mount
Rear strut mount reinforcement plates

Wheels/Tires
Volk ZE40 Bronze 18x9.5” +20mm
Michelin Pilot Super Sport 265/35-18

Miscellaneous
Redline transmission fluid with Archoil additive
Alignment


Notable services by previous owners:

Recall/Campaign: 08E-A03 performed
Sub Frame Reinforcement:
8/10/2012 - invoice from Maximum PSI does not state vehicle mileage; I’ve gathered it was around 60,000.
OEM Subframe bushings replaced.
Differential Fluid and seals replaced
E46 M3 subframe repair/reinforcement
Car aligned
Inspection I
54,423 miles:
Rear trailing arm bushings and fuel filter replaced.
40,000 miles:
Both catalytic converters replaced
26,725 miles:
Recall: SIB 12-11-06
23,049 miles:
Owner ran over something on highway, damaged and replaced rear right wheel and tire.
20,000 miles:
Inspection I performed
9,766 miles:
SIB# 11-04-04 LBL CODE 422 S54 CONN ROD/ REPLACED CONN. ROD BEARINGS

Mechanically the car is in great shape. Internally the engine is very clean indicating optimal oil service intervals. The original VANOS hub had but light markings, surprising for the mileage. This car has no engine performance modifications. Currently the only issues are a weeping power steering line, CPV leak, and front sway bar links. All parts are on the way and will be taken care of in the next two weeks. Would not hesitate to drive the car across the country, in fact I encourage it!

Exterior condition isn’t perfect which I address in the photos. Overall the paint is still great for a car this age, and it looks better than any I’ve seen recently. There are a few small scratches around the car, a tiny chip and indent over the rear passenger side wheel, normal rock chips peppering the front, small scuff on the rear bumper, and finally a scuff on the front bumper and front fender. The windows are tinted which I planned on removing, decided to leave it in case a buyer prefers it.

Interior is in great condition. Seats have some wear, particularly driver side, but it’s appropriate for the mileage. Rear seat seems to have never been used. Trunk is in good shape and as I replaced the trays it looks great. I did cut small holes in the carpet over the shock mounts to access the Ohlins rear adjusters, refer to photos.

I have kept the car exceptionally clean, with two bucket washes every other week, engine steam cleaning (never spraying with water), and Einszett interior plastic and leather cleanings. The Volk wheels, sway bars, and Ohlins were treated with Wolfs Chemicals Nano sealant when new, it provides a high level of protection that will last 12-24 months!

Deposit received, sale pending

Price: $27,000

I can negotiate if you aren’t interested in the Volk wheels, possibly the Ohlins as well, but if you drive the car you will want both. Even at moderate settings the Ohlins provide a ride more comfortable than stock on most surfaces, particularly at highway speeds.

To those who are local, test-drives will only allowed with proof of funds and insurance. I’m more than happy to bring this to a shop for a PPI, and can also recommend the best Independent BMW shops to do so. I have no problem arranging shipping for those who are out of state.

Thanks for looking!

 

 

Ebay link added, includes free autocheck!

 

Volk wheels and Ohlins will be parted out soon, going back to mostly stock. If you'd like it as is please get in touch!