While many enthusiasts gravitate toward the Coupe, the four-door Saloon has become something of a connoisseur’s choice.

Offering identical performance with greater practicality and discreet looks, it is now one of the most sought-after E36 variants.

Showing 7 former keepers, this example is finished in Estoril Blue, one of the defining colours of the E36 M3 range and presents really well with minor, age-related imperfections, as to be expected.

With correct M3 styling details, alloy wheels and factory badging, the cabin also appears complete and well kept, retaining the purposeful driver-focused layout that made these cars such rewarding machines to own and drive.

Of particular note is the substantial accompanying history file, which includes original handbooks, warranty and service books, numerous invoices, MOT certificates and a stamped maintenance record.

Early entries show supplying dealer and running-in service stamps, followed by further servicing through BMW main dealers an...