KEY FACTS This E46-generation BMW M3 CS is a celebrated and involving modern classic performance hero, offered fresh from a recent service.

Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 3.2-litre ‘S54’ inline-six, delivering around 252kW to the rear wheels via a six-speed SMG automated manual transmission with paddle shift.

This example was originally a UK-market model, which is now located in New Zealand, where it has been with the seller for three months.

This E46-era M3 CS is one of only 250 UK-delivered examples.

The odometer shows 183,796 Kms from new.

Build year: 2005 EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES Equipped with the S7MA-code ‘Competition Package’, the CS featured the quicker and more track-focused CSL steering rack, lightweight 19-inch alloy wheels, uprated brakes, and an ‘M Track’ mode button.

This example is finished in the refined shade of Silver Grey Metallic, over a black cabin featuring Imola Red ‘Walknappa’ leather upholstery, a black Alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, and chr...