PLEASE NOTE: This lot has a fresh 12 month MOT certificate with no advisories The BMW E46 is the fourth generation of the BMW 3 Series range of compact executive cars and was produced from 1997 to 2006.

First introduced in November 1997, the E46 was available in saloon, coupé, convertible, estate and hatchback body styles.

The E46 line-up was phased out starting from late 2004, following the introduction of the E90 3 Series model.

However, the E46 coupé and convertible body styles remained in production until August 2006.

This example was supplied new by Bowker Preston in February 2003 (vehicle order form on file totalling £27,477) and has covered a warranted 17,900 miles from new at the time of consignment.

Just 2 former keepers are recorded, one of whom we are informed was a wealthy elderly gentleman who covered little mileage.

Benefiting from desirable 5-speed manual transmission it presents in outstanding condition overall and remains highly original as can be seen from the i...