2002 BMW M3 E46 Auto

VIC • Private
8
Odometer91,300km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic

Key highlights

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Two owners
Parking sensors
Traction and/or Stability control
Cruise control
Climate control
Power Windows
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Comments from the seller

For sale is this collectible condition, 2 owner 2002 BMW (E46) M3 with SMG gearbox in 100% original condition with no modifications. Perfect for the collector and impossible to find in this condition, especially with such low genuine kms, having only travelled an average of 4,000 kilometres per year. Kept in garage its entire life. A real head turner, as there simply aren't many of these vehicles around now, let alone in this immaculate condition. - Original Phoenix Yellow (hero/launch colour) paint, with the rare Kiwi leather; a striking and incredibly rare combination - Original factory radio and 6 CD Changer in boot, both of which work perfectly - Original alloy wheels in perfect condition - Original Victorian number plates from 2002 - Original factory-fit air-conditioning - Original factory-fit floor mats - Original and unused BMW picnic set - Original owners manual and service book in original wallet in fantastic, crisp condition - Original keys x 2 Interior is in near-perfect condition and virtually unmarked. New BMW battery recently fitted. All services undertaken at BMW Doncaster or BMW Melbourne. This is a great buy for a collector or someone who appreciates their vehicles in completely original condition. A once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase this rare find and the value of BMW E46 M3's is steadily climbing. Original issue brochures from 2002 will be included with the sale of the vehicle, only adding to its collectability. 98 octane fuel used exclusively under my ownership. This vehicle has been detailed by the best in Victoria and looks better than showroom. Please message via CarSales with any genuine questions (generic messages will not be responded to) and to arrange a viewing. From there I’ll ascertain the seriousness of the enquiry and if a telephone discussion will take place. Genuine buyers only; no test pilots, no tyre kickers, no emails, no calls, no texts (won't be responded to), no offers, no swaps and no time wasters. Anything other than genuine requests will be blocked/reported. If the advertisement is live, the vehicle is available. A $1,000 deposit is required from the successful purchaser to secure this extremely rare vehicle, subject to inspection. Price is firm - get in quick!!

Car details

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Vehicle description
E46 Coupe 2dr SMG 6sp 3.2i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insure
Exterior colour
Phoenix Yellow
Interior colour
Kiwi
Body type
Coupe, 2 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
6 speed Automatic
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 3.2L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
May 2026
Build date
January 2002
Compliance date
June 2002
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-17176278
CD / DVD
CD stacker - 6 disc
Entertainment
Colour display screen - front
Premium
Sound system
Radio
Radio cassette
Airbags
DriverPassengerHead for 1st row seats (front)Side for 1st row occupants (front)Side for 2nd row occupants (rear)
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)Electronic stability
Driver assistance
Park distance - rear
Security
Central locking - remote/keylessEngine immobiliserAlarm
Climate
Climate control
Driving
Cruise control
Armrests
Front (driver & passenger)
Headlights
Bi-xenon (for low & high beam)Washers
Indicators
Clear side indicator lenses
Lights
Fog lamps - front
Power windows
Front & rear
Rear view mirror
Manual anti-glare
Wipers
Rain sensor (auto wipers)
Leather
Trim - full/all
Metallic finish
Inserts
Front row seats
Sports
Electric seats
Drivers with memoryPassenger with memory
Headrests
Integrated 2nd row
Display
On-board computerSports instruments
Gauges
Tacho
Mirrors
Electric
Spoilers
Body kit - F&R spoilers, skirts, rear apron
Exhaust
Stainless steel single system
Engine description
Drive by wire (electronic throttle control)
Differential
Limited slip diff
Operation
Multi-function steering wheel
Power steering
Speed sensitive
Steering column
Tilt only
Modes
Suspension - sports
Rims
18" alloy wheels
E10
Fuel Type
Petrol - Premium ULP
Fuel Capacity
63L
RON Rating
95
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic Sequential
Fuel Consumption Highway
7.6L/100km
Fuel Consumption City
12.9L/100km
Fuel Maximum Distance
829km
Fuel Minimum Distance
488km
Number of Airbags
8
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3245cc
Engine Size (L)
3.2L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
DOHC with VVT
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
11.5
Engine Code
S54
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
252.0kW @ 7900rpm
Torque
365Nm @ 4900rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
165.2kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3s
Gears
6
Gear Type
Sequential Manual Gearbox (Seq. Manual Auto-Single Clutch)
Gear Location
S/Wheel & Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
18x8.0
Rear Rim Description
18x9.0
Front Tyre Description
225/45 R18
Rear Tyre Description
255/40 R18
Length
4492mm
Width
1780mm
Height
1383mm
Wheelbase
2731mm
Track Front
1508mm
Track Rear
1525mm
Kerb Weight
1525kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
2000kg
Warranty in Years from First Registration
2yr
Warranty in Km
Unlimited km
Warranty Customer Assistance
2yr Roadside
First Service Due in Km
2000km
Regular Service Interval in Km
25000km
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
2001
Launch Month
4
Generation Name
E46
Series
E46
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Coupe
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Banned
Victoria
Banned
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
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Corey is the seller
Location
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Member since
2012
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