Imola Red M3 With Performance Exhaust E46 Low Mileage No Reserve!!! on 2040-cars
Ocala, Florida, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.2L 3246CC l6 GAS DOHC S54 Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: BMW
Model: M3
Trim: Base Coupe 2-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Mileage: 74,398
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Imola Red
Interior Color: Black
Purchased car in late 2007 with 40,000 miles from the second owner who purchased car with only 2,500 miles in 2005. This car was garaged until 2009 when I purchased an E9 coupe and the M3 had to go outside. The second owner, like myself, was an adult enthusiast who installed an Active Autowerkes M3 Signature exhaust System which has a very rich tone that is a welcome sound in the background while cruising down winding country roads. . Wheels are 19" staggered as all E46 M3's with brand new Nitto's. The deck lid is custom CSL design. Interior is immaculate with only minimal wear on Driver side outboard bolster which any enthusiast knows, the Wrap sides on the M3 seat is very prone to wear.. Both seats have full power and all functions operate 100 percent. No smokers or pets. Oil changed regularly and never driven hard or raced. Engine sounds awesome and SMG transmission shifts flawlessly. Paint finish is very glossy and rich in color. Engine compartment has not been detailed but you would never guess by looking under the hood.
I have enclosed pictures showing the undesirable points and will attempt to explain them faithfully. In the center of the front bumper is a crinkle from a parking bollard that is not noticeable unless you are inspecting the bumper for defects* behind the drivers door you will find a dimple from another vehicles door opening carelessly in a parking lot * there is a very light depression in the center of the roof just behind the sunroof which defies capture in a photograph despite repeated attempts to do so* there is key scratch in the passenger side from some human debris ne'er-do-well (these types can be found in abundance on most any college campus). The intentional scratch has gone through the clear-coat but because it is located just over a panel radius, it is very hard to see. In 2008, an F-150 truck stopped short on me and I collided at approximately 12 MPH. The bumper on the truck was high enough that the hood was peeled back, the bumper and right QP and left light was replaced. There is a photo of the damage just before it was expertly repaired. Note: Airbags were not deployed. In 2012, an indicator for the Driver Airbag set and a bad sensor is the problem; BMW will repair for $800.00 but this could be less expensive if done by your personal mechanic. (until sensor is fixed, the driver airbag may not deploy, KEEP SEATBELT ON just like your dad did in his 1992 Olds) There is a plastic windshield cover (decorative trim that covers the lower part of the windshield) that is cracked due to UV deterioration; most may not care, but I am bothered by these things and the replacement part (pn; 51718232894 is less than $70.00. There are aftermarket Angel-Eyes installed in the Xenon buckets but passenger side ballast went out so I disconnected the drivers side. Bavarian Motorsport will sell the replacement A-E kit ($100.00) but not the replacement ballast by itself. There is clear-coat coming off on trim strips on the roof. These trim strips are easier to replace with new pieces which are then painted "off car" and replaced. 2 required @ 85.00 each. (research BMW parts at www.penskeparts.com) I had an estimate for the body and paintwork for under $2,000.00. The trunk release latch spring is weak and the deck lid must be lifted with one hand as you press the trunk release button on the key with the other. Normally I was always on top of the little issues, but the E9 BMW has gotten all my attention. With a little attention to these gripes, the winner will really be getting an exceptional sports car. The coupe is really put together well, handles as if on rails with no squeaks rattles or vibration. M-Mobility System intact. Tires have less than 1,000 miles. Oil just changed. You will not be disappointed because I make a great effort to disclose those things that the prospective buyer would want to know. I have placed several adds in local venues--I reserve the right to end the auction if the cars sells locally. My wife has been driving the car locally so the mileage may differ from photograph in ad. Please see other BMW's I have loved @ www.bway.smugmug.com GOOD LUCK-SET YOUR ALARM-THERE IS NO RESERVE--HIGH BID WINS!!!
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