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Description
A fun story from the owner is that during the first year of ownership he spent so much of his salary in the BMW parts department that there wasn't much left at the end of each month. Over the years he has carefully upgraded the car with quality BMW components to improve its handling and braking while preserving its original character.
When purchased, the previous owner had already fitted black kidney grilles, updated BMW badges, a Sparco steering wheel and five-spoke alloy wheels. The original steering wheel and wheels are unfortunately not included. During the current owner's ownership, only the trunk lid and the front panel have been repainted, primarily to repair stone chips and minor scratches. The hood had already been repainted before the current owner purchased the car.
The owner spent a long time searching for the right E36 M3 and deliberately chose a rust-free, accident-free example. It has proven to be an excellent choice, as the car still presents beautifully today with no signs of rust. An added bonus is its factory aluminium doors, a lightweight feature unique to early E36 M3s that helps reduce weight and enhance performance.
The owner regularly used the car until 2013, after which it was largely kept in a warm garage as part of his collection. With E36 M3 values beginning to rise, he decided to preserve it in top condition while enjoying his other performance cars instead. Despite its limited use, it has been started regularly and maintained throughout its storage. The car was recently serviced in May and passed its latest inspection without a single advisory, making it ready to be enjoyed immediately.
Upgrades
The current owner has carefully upgraded the car using high-quality components, focusing on improved handling, braking and driver involvement while maintaining the M3's original character.
Suspension
Bilstein PSS9 CS coilover suspension with uprated springs
Millway Motorsport front top mounts
Millway Motorsport rear shock mounts
Millway Motorsport rear camber arms
Millway Motorsport aluminium front control arm bushes with spherical bearings
BMW Motorsport inner rear control arm bushes
Millway Motorsport aluminium rear subframe bushes
Millway Motorsport Delrin front control arm bushes
H and R front and rear anti-roll bars
Brakes
Porsche front brake calipers with BMW M3 E46 brake discs and PFC01 brake pads
Original rear brake calipers with PFC01 brake pads
Adjustable rear brake bias valve
Stainless steel braided brake hoses throughout
Exhaust
Supersprint stainless steel cat-back exhaust system producing a purposeful yet refined sound.
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Technical data
Condition
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Mechanical condition
Always maintained with high-quality 10W-60 engine oil,0 the M3 has been kept in excellent mechanical condition throughout the current ownership. It starts instantly, the legendary 3.2-litre straight-six runs smoothly, and the engine bay is exceptionally clean and tidy. It also retains its complete original BMW toolkit in the boot.
On the road, the car feels exceptionally tight, with strong performance, a precise 6-speed manual gearbox, a good clutch and powerful brakes. There are no warning lights while driving. The air conditioning is currently not working as the A/C belt has been removed; an older compressor is included but has never been fitted during the current ownership. The car sits on a clean set of alloy wheels with good tyres, is inspected until 2028-05-30, and is ready to be driven and enjoyed immediately. -
Interior condition
Interior features the sought-after BMW Hurricane cloth with Anthracite Alcantara, all to original M3 specification. The sports seats, rear seats, door cards, headliner and carpets are all in excellent condition and have been exceptionally well cared for. The dashboard and centre console are free from cracks or damage, while all gauges and displays function correctly. The electric windows, sunroof and mirrors all work as they should. The original factory radio has been replaced with a modern Alpine head unit, although the original unit is not included. Overall, this is a remarkably well-preserved and highly presentable interior.
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Exterior condition
Finished in the iconic Dakar Yellow, one of the most desirable colours for the E36 M3, this example presents exceptionally well. The bodywork is straight and free from rust, with just a small dent on the edge of the passenger door. The underbody is equally clean, showing no signs of accident damage or corrosion. The paintwork retains a deep, bright finish with only minor age-related marks, while the exterior trim is clean and tidy throughout. Please note the BMW badges have been replaced with aftermarket items rather than the original factory emblems.
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General condition
This is an exceptionally well-kept, rust-free E36 M3 that has benefited from a number of tasteful upgrades, all of which enhance the driving experience while respecting the car's original character. As a manual Coupé, it is one of the most sought-after E36 M3 variants worldwide and continues to appreciate in value. A quick search indicates that only around 150 manual M3 Coupés remain registered in Sweden, making this a rare opportunity to own an increasingly collectible modern classic.
Location and viewing Information
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Shaun Major
+46 709-72 40 07
shaun@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auction information
General information about the condition of the vehicles .
- At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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