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Current Bid: £29,500

2005 BMW M3 E46 (Individual)

Trade Classics • UK • 5 Nov 2026

Market Position:

Highest 30% of Past Sales

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Current Bid: £29,500

2005 BMW M3 E46 (Individual)

UK • 5 Nov 2026

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This stunning Estoril Blue E46 M3 presents in excellent condition with the desirable 3.2L engine and 6-speed manual gearbox. It boasts a comprehensive service history and only indicates ~46,767 miles.

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Condition 

8

Excellent condition, minimal wear

/ 10

46,767 miles

WBSBL92000PP87095

2005

Auction

Manual

RHD

United Kingdom

Current Bid: £29,500

2005 BMW M3 E46 (Individual)

Trade Classics • UK • 5 Nov 2026

Market Position:

Highest 30% of Past Sales

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Description

Quite possibly the best-looking M3 variants ever produced – wouldn’t you agree?

Fitted with the original factory-fit 19-inch CSL alloy wheels, which are in superb condition with no signs of damage or corrosion.

OEM-specification Continental tyres are fitted, and they're even stamped M3.

They have a good amount of tread remaining, but David says they are approximately ~10 years old.

Please take the time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels and tyres, so you can make your own assessment of their condition.

Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn or over 10 years old.

Walking around the beautiful M3 and admiring the fantastic shape of the E46, all of the panel gaps appear to be equal, and no dings or dents were spotted.

We’ve highlighted our observations in more detail through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take the time to review all media files to assess t...

Price Analysis vs Other 3 Series (E46) M3 Coupes

£4,600

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£22,487

Median Price (Since 2020)

£93,366

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Highest 30% of Past Sales

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Previous 3 Series (E46) M3 Coupe Sales

MOT Information

Valid

Expires on 5th May 2027

Latest MOT mileage:

46,547 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 5th May 2026, 46,547 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Oil leak from rear differential - slight

Passed

On 6th May 2025, 46,371 miles


Passed

On 11th Sept 2023, 46,305 miles


Passed

On 31st Aug 2022, 45,941 miles


MOT Mileage Trend

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Trade Classics

Blackdown Mill, Kenilworth Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 6QT

Operating from Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Trade Classics is an online auction platform handling classic, sports, and modern classic cars. They operate timed online auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.

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