KEY FACTS This E46-generation BMW M3 CSL is an acclaimed and highly desirable modern classic performance hero, offered with modest mileage from new.

Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 3.2-litre ‘S54’ straight-six, delivering around 359bhp to the rear wheels via a six-speed ‘SMG’ automated manual transmission with paddle shift.

This original UK-market example was produced in October 2003, though it was first registered in March 2004, and it has been with its current and seventh owner for six years.

This E46-era M3 CSL is one of only 422 UK-delivered right-hand drive models.

The odometer shows a relatively modest 49,771 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES Unveiled as the pared-back flagship model of the E46-generation M3 range, the CSL weighed 110kg less than the standard coupe courtesy of a carbon-fibre roof, air box, front splitters, and rear diffuser, as well as an aluminium bonnet and thinner rear windscreen glass.

This example is finished in the timeless shade of B...