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This is an amazing car. It runs, drives, and looks like new. It needs nothing. It is totally ready to go. Get in, drop the top, and drive. I bought this car a little over a year ago for my wife. She drove it 3 times. Too fast/powerful for her. I on the other hand, love driving it. It is fast, smooth, tight, and looks awesome. It has a clean Carfax Report. There are NO check engine lights, warning lights, etc. Everything works as it should. I spent a lot of money making this car perfect for my wife. It doesn't need anything. I hate to sell it, but my job is moving me out of the country.

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It has the SMG (Sequential Manual Gearbox). Can be driven in Automatic OR Manual. Also has the paddle shifters by the steering wheel.

It has every option available to the M3 Convertible that year (except navigation). SMG Transmission, Dual power seats, Dual heated seats, Onboard Computer System, Steering Wheel Controls (Volume, Cruise, Channels), Harmon Kardon Stereo System, CD, Nappa Leather Trim, Sports/Premium Package, Xenon Headlights, Etc.

Imola Red on Imola Red. Very rare color option.

New Wind Screen ($650 I bought new from Newport Beach BMW). This is a MUST HAVE. It makes driving with the top down so much better! You can drive on the freeway at 85 MPH with the top down, music loud, and still have a conversation on the phone or with a passenger.

Tires have less than 3000 miles on them. Bridgestone Potenzas.

I also have a set of nearly new BMW FACTORY 19" M3 Chrome Wheels I will include. (worth around $2K).

I had the windows tinted (DARK). Looks great and really keeps the heat out.

I have the clean title in hand.

I searched High and Low when I bought this car for my wife. It had to be red. It was by far the cleanest, nicest one I could find. It looks and drives like a new car. Many people ask what year it is because it looks so new. This car combines style and performance at it's best.

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