Stunning 2002 Bmw M3 Convertible E46 Steel Grey 73k All Original Stock Calif Car on 2040-cars
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Excellent opportunity to own a beautiful 2002 BMW M3 Convertible with only 74k original miles. All stock and all original condition. Never raced or tracked. All dealer service history included. Every BMW factory letter during ownership. Also service at Dinan Mountain View authorized service center.
It was originally sold by Stevens Creek BMW in San Jose and has been serviced there regularly. Very meticulous 2 owner history. Both from Palo Alto, California. Sale will includes a thick stack of detailed paperwork. This is the M3 you have been waiting for. Options include SMG gearbox, Black soft top, Harmon Kardon sound system, lumbar support, Navigation system, Xenon lights, Heated front seats, and Park distance control. Just replaced the rear tires with New Michelin Pilot Sport tires. Fronts are still very new tread. The paint and body are very clean. Soft top has no rips or tears. Interior is excellent and very clean. All services are up to date. SMG transmission shifts properly and smooth. No slipping issues. All recalls have been performed at BMW. The soft top works intermittently. - It goes up to the half way mid point and stops. It closes just fine but going up is a bit slow and weak. I was told it is the soft top motor is getting old. Email for more info. Clean title in hand. |
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