The E46 M3 is a automotive that wants no introduction. Probably doubly so in the event you’re shopping BMWBLOG. We’ve written at size in regards to the automotive, however we definitely aren’t the one ones. The automotive’s pure stability, enticing styling, communicative dealing with, and iconic S54 engine have made it successful since its debut in 2001. Discovering the suitable one might be tough; however, within the final week, a number of fascinating examples have come up for public sale on Deliver a Trailer. Should you’re in search of the very best of the very best, the time to behave could be now. This Carbon Black over black Competitors Package deal M3 checks all of the packing containers.
12K Miles, ZCP; What Extra Do You Want?
Even in a world the place we see fairly well-kept E46s popping up on public sale websites with some extent of frequency, this M3 stands out. It has solely traveled 12,000 miles since its authentic proprietor snagged it in Ontario. The automotive got here stateside in 2017, buying and selling fingers between Eric Keller (EAG founder) and German automotive fanatics Turtle Storage. The vendor notes that regardless of the automotive’s nine-owner Carfax report, the final proprietor owned it two instances and has ostensibly solely had 4 homeowners.
The historical past is sweet, however what actually counts is how this factor feels from the driving force’s seat. Specified from the manufacturing unit with the Competitors Package deal (choice code ZCP) means this automotive will get a number of upgrades lifted from the Europe-only M3 CSL. Cross-drilled brake rotors, iconic Type 163M wheels, a faster steering ratio, a particular stability management mode, and an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel all improved on an already glorious driving expertise. Solely 2,410 ZCP-equipped E46 M3s ever made it to North America.
Want a refresh on why everybody loves the E46 M3? Below the hood sits an inline-six engine (S54) sits, producing 333 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. A far cry from the torque monster machines we see rolling off the M meeting traces right this moment. A Getrag six-speed handbook field powers the rear wheels by means of a limited-slip differential. Previous-school hydraulic steering, a comparatively gentle curb weight, and beautiful aesthetics give the E46 M3 “whole package deal” vibes. Watch the public sale for this automotive right here on Deliver a Trailer.
What Else Awaits and What You Would possibly Have Missed
Not feeling black on black? Go for the precise reverse with this Alpine White/Gray 2004 M3. It’s nonetheless a facelift mannequin and has low miles – simply 23,000. Though it sadly lacks the Competitors Package deal, it nonetheless wears actual 163M wheels. Though Gray isn’t most individuals’s first alternative of inside upholstery, Alpine White is a reasonably unusual and fascinating colour on the E46 M3. The public sale ends December 19th.
We’d be remiss if we didn’t point out the Laguna Seca Blue over Anthracite Impulse Material automotive that BMW specialists Fanatic Auto Group bought simply earlier within the week. This exceedingly uncommon spec commanded a formidable $81,500 – excess of we’d count on to see both aforementioned automotive transact for. For a lot of, the colour, historical past with EAG, and fascinating (gentle) modifications doubtless make it the definitive E46 M3. You possibly can view that public sale right here.
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