2003 BMW M3 Coupe Six-Speed

Description

The 2000-2006 E46 M3 is arguably BMW’s last analog “Ultimate Driving Machine,” with clean proportions and understated styling that make it one of the best-looking cars of the decade.

The E46 is a highly impressive driver's car thanks to the high-revving S54 inline-six engine, which features dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. Throw a six-speed stick into the mix, and it’s seriously quick: In a Car and Driver comparison test with German rivals, the reviewer said, “What about the M3’s adrenaline output? In its 4.8-second sprint to 60 mph, it showed taillights to the others, and it stayed ahead all the way to 150 mph."

With the desirable mix of performance handling and braking, along with analog feedback long desired by enthusiasts, the E46 has become a highly sought-after modern collectible. And this sinister 2003 M3 Coupe features the unique combination of black paint with a stunning, tan leather interior.

Highlights 

• An analog, stick-shift M3 that revs to 8,000 rpm 

• 3.2-liter six cylinder rated at 333 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque 

• Six-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in (416) Carbon Black with Cinnamon nappa leather interior 

• Dinan Stage 1 suspension kit for improved road feel  

• Harmon Kardon stereo with 6-disc CD changer 

• Unique 18-inch M wheels wearing 225/45ZR18 front, 255/40ZR18 rear Continental tires 

Features

• Major maintenance items done: 

  • Rod bearings replaced under warranty 

  • Subframe reinforced 

  • VANOS system serviced 

  • Blackstone oil analysis done in 2024, no issues seen 

• Factory options include: 

  • S710 M Leather Steering Wheel 

  • S737 Interior Mouldings, Alu Shadow, Brushed 

  • S785 White Direction Indicator Lights 

  • S403 Glass Roof, Electrical 

  • S431 Interior Mirror With Automatic-Dip 

  • S441 Smoker Package 

  • S459 Seat Adjustment, Electric, With Memory 

  • S473 Armrest Front 

  • S494 Seat Heating Driver/Passenger 

  • S640 Preparation F Tel. installation Universal 

  • S645 BMW US Radio 

  • S650 CD Drive 

  • S661 Radio BMW Business (C43) 

  • S674 Hi-Fi System Harman Kardon 

  • S692 Preparation, BMW 6-CD Changer I-Bus 

  • S520 Fog Lights 

  • S521 Rain Sensor 

  • S522 Xenon Light 

  • S534 Automatic Air Conditioning 

  • S550 On-Board Computer 

  • S210 Dynamic Stability Control 

  • S249 Multifunction F Steering Wheel 

  • S354 Windscreen, Green-Tinted Upper Strip 

  • S845 Acoustic Fasten Seat Belt Reminder 

  • S853 Language Version, English 

  • S876 Radio Frequency 315 MHz 

  • S775 Headlining Anthracite 

Known Imperfections 

• Carfax reports on 12 November 2014, “Accident reported, functional damage reported, vehicle towed, airbags did not deploy” 

• Carfax reports on 2 October 2020, “Damage reported, minor damage, damage to front” 

• Carfax reports on 2 March 2023, “Accident reported, very minor damage, vehicle involved in a sideswipe collision, it hit a bridge, airbags did not deploy” 

• Shifter knob shows wear 

• Imperfection on panel inside driver side door by rear seat  

• Small rock chips on front of exterior mirrors 

• Small rock chips on nose 

• Rock chip on driver side of windshield 

• Dents on and behind driver side door 

• Minor scuffs on bottom of front air dam 

• Trunk release handle rubber is slightly loose 

Included 

• Two key fobs 

• Owner’s manuals 

• Factory toolkit 

• Fog lamps 

• Cabin air filter, new in box  

• Engine and trans mounts, new in box 

Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this seven-owner 2003 M3 Coupe in Oklahoma, Colorado, Texas, Washington, and Missouri.