2002 BMW M3 SMG
The E46 M3 has firmly earned its place as a modern performance icon, widely regarded as one of the greatest M cars ever built. Combining everyday usability with genuine motorsport pedigree, it remains the benchmark for analogue, driver-focused performance.
This 2002 example is presented in superb condition with under 50,000 miles from new and benefits from a very full service history, reflecting careful ownership throughout its life. The bodywork, interior and mechanical condition all present exactly as you would hope from a low-mileage, well-maintained car.
At its heart lies the legendary 3.2-litre S54 straight-six, producing 338bhp and revving to an exhilarating 8,000rpm. With individual throttle bodies, double-VANOS variable valve timing and a beautifully balanced chassis, the E46 M3 delivers 0–60mph in around 5.1 seconds and remains every bit as engaging today as it was when new. Hydraulic steering, a limited-slip differential and near 50:50 weight distribution ensure it feels alive in a way few modern cars can replicate.
This example is fitted with the SMG transmission, offering rapid, motorsport-inspired shifts and steering wheel-mounted controls, perfectly suited to the car’s character. Additional specification includes a factory glass sunroof and a neatly integrated Android head unit, providing modern connectivity without compromising the car’s original feel.
A genuinely immaculate, low-mileage example of a car that continues to define the standard for performance coupes, and one that is increasingly recognised as a true modern classic
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