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£9,190

1997 BMW M3 Sedan 5-Speed

United States • 26 Sept 2025

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AI Listing Summary

This 1997 BMW M3 Sedan has 276k miles and features a 3.2-liter inline-six engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission. It has undergone some refurbishment including reupholstered seats and replacement of several mechanical components, but has some noted issues.

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Condition 

5

The car has noticeable cosmetic and mechanical wear. The Carfax report notes a February 2006 accident with “estimated damage less than $1,000.” The seller notes that the turn signal bulbs require replacement, the windshield wipers and right rear power door lock are inoperative, and the high beams do not function properly. The speakers do not work, and there is a crack in the board.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

WBSCD9320VEE05431

Odometer:

276,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

3.2-Liter Inline-Six Five-Speed Manual Transmission Limited-Slip Differential Techno Violet Metallic Paint Light Gray Nappa Leather Upholstery 17″ Style 23 Wheels Z3-Sourced Steering Rack Dinan Short Shifter Sunroof Cruise Control Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control Carfax Report
This 1997 BMW M3 is a Techno Violet Metallic-finished sedan that was purchased by the seller in 2024, and subsequent work has included reupholstering the Light Gray Nappa leather seats, installing a Z3-sourced close-ratio steering rack, and replacing the clutch, VANOS lines, drive belts, timing chain and guides, spark plugs, valve cover, and more as described below.

Powered by a 3.2-liter inline-six paired with a five-speed manual transmission, the car features include a limited-slip differential, a Dinan short shifter, a sunroof, 17″ Style 23 wheels, cruise control, and dual-zone climate control.

This M3/4/5 is offered at no reserve with a Carfax report and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

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£6,958

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£16,006

Median Price (Since 2020)

£421,659

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