This BMW E46 M3 got away, but there are more like it here.

This 2004 BMW M3 Coupe is equipped with a 6-speed manual and is finished in Alpine White over Cinnamon leather. The seller is a BMW CCA member who acquired the car a year and a half ago from its second owner. Now showing 87k miles, this example is said to remain unmodified apart from the application of a 3M clear bra on the front bumper, hood, and mirrors. Service records date to 2004 and indicate dealership maintenance and an Inspection I in 2009. An Inspection II was performed in 2015 and a recent PPI was completed with no reported issues. Approximately 10k miles have been added by the seller and this E46 M3 is being offered for sale in Oregon with an accident-free Carfax and a clean title held by the seller’s bank due to an outstanding loan on the car.

2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed

The Alpine White finish is believed to be original with no paint or body repairs per the seller or indicated on the provided Carfax report. A scratch on the side-skirt under the passenger door is detailed in the gallery. A 3M clear bra has been installed on the front bumper, front of the hood, and on the side mirrors.

2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed

Optional 19” double-spoke wheels are wrapped in Toyo Proxes rubber.

2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed

Inside, the Cinnamon leather shows minimal wear and light creasing on the driver-side bolsters. Optioned with brushed aluminum shadow trim, the interior is said to be unmodified with some evidence of use on the leather-wrapped shift knob and wear on the passenger-side of the center console as detailed in the gallery. A set of factory carpet mats and all-weather floor mats are included in the sale.

2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed

Grey-faced gauges include a 185-mph speedometer and show 87,274 miles on the odometer, with 10k added by the seller. An auxiliary input for the factory stereo is fitted in the glovebox. All interior functions are said to work properly.

2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed

The 3.2L S54 inline-six is backed by a 6-speed manual gearbox and was equipped with double VANOS variable valve timing and drive-by-wire throttle control, with a factory rating of 333 horsepower at 7,900 rpm. A recent compression test showed between 180-190 psi across all six cylinders, with results viewable in the gallery. A small oil leak was discovered during a recent airbag recall service. No cracks are reported in the rear subframe.

2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed

Additional images of the undercarriage and subframe can be viewed in the gallery.

2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed

Many service records from new are included and indicate dealership servicing and an Inspection I in 2009. An Inspection II was reportedly performed in 2015, although the receipt cannot be located.

2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed

An included Carfax report shows no issues and indicates dealership servicing by all three previous owners in California and Oregon.

Filed under: 3 series, 3-series, e46, e46 m3

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Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $24,000 by BartC
Auction Ended October 12, 2017 at 3:36PM PT
Bids 21
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Seller: spencer.DTM
Listing Details
  • Chassis: WBSBL93414PN55709
  • 87,274 Miles
  • 3.2L S54 Inline-Six
  • 6-Speed Manual
  • Alpine White Over Cinnamon Leather
  • 19" Wheels
  • Brushed Aluminum Trim
  • Three Owners
  • Service Records
  • Dealership-Maintained
  • Clean Carfax
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #6325