In 1998, the Munich-based company launched the new 3 Series generation – called E46. Of course, the E46 series also required an M3 and it was promptly submitted in 2000. This time, BMW limited itself to the targeted further development of the concept realized in the E36. The 3.2-liter in-line six-cylinder engine was designed as a true high-revving engine, with a rated speed of 7,900 rpm, with 343 hp. The liter output of the 24-valve engine was well over 100 hp – a proud value for a naturally aspirated engine. One year after the presentation of the coupé, BMW presented the M3 Cabriolet, which was no less brutal in appearance.

This BMW M3 offered here is an M3 Cabriolet of the E46 generation, which dates from the year of construction 2003 and was registered for the first time in Germany in April of the same year. According to the seller, this BMW Power Convertible with the FIN WBSBR91030XE12547 has a total of 3 vehicle owners – of which the last owners were pensioners. In addition to 2 vehicle keys, the TÜV is valid until May 2024, a completely managed checkbook is available among the numerous documents for the M3 and proves the history of this BMW flawlessly. The so-called matching numbers are given.

Although the silver paint color suggests inconspicuousness, but due to the 20 millimeters widened wheel arches in contrast to the standard E46, the curved powerdome bonnet, the cooling fins integrated into the front fenders and the large front apron, this M3 provides a striking appearance. At the rear, the M3 is expressed by the 4 large exhaust tailpipes. In terms of paintwork, repainting in the original colour took place on both fenders, but the current holder ruled out an accident. External defects can not be complained about except for normal signs of use, even parking bumps on the front bumper or the rear bumper are not to be listed.

The tyres are Michelin tyres from the production year 2020/2021, which are mounted on the original M3 multi-spoke alloy wheels. The complete system of the BMW M4 serves as a braking system: According to the seller, this still has 70% of its new condition. H&R Sport springs are registered in the chassis section. The original chassis and brakes are included and will be added at the sale.

Black full leather sports seats can be seen in the interior: the driver reaches for a 3-spoke leather steering wheel – which does not wear out – and a leather shift knob that is in good shape. In general, the interior of the BMW E46 M3 Cabriolet can be attested to a very well maintained condition in view of the overall mileage without deficits. In addition to the multifunction steering wheel, the following features are also on board this power convertible: electric seat adjustment, heated seats, driver's seat with memory, electric windows, central locking, cruise control, automatic climate control, ABS and a radio with display. All equipment options work perfectly.

The round instruments in the driver's cockpit can be read on grey dials, and about 211,000 kilometres can be read on the display in the middle. The entire on-board literature including a complete BMW checkbook is available, and there is also a large number of former BMW service invoices.

The high-revving in-line six-cylinder naturally aspirated engine in the bow of the M3 Convertible delivers 343 hp, the gears are engaged via a 6-speed manual transmission that is typically crisp to operate BMW. At mileage 207,947 a final service took place, most recently the following repairs were carried out: The renewal of the bearing shells, new front and rear axles and the windscreen as well as the bi-xenon headlights were new. According to the seller, there are currently no upcoming repair work to be mentioned.

According to the current owner, the condition of the subfloor can be described as new. The high-revving concept of the in-line six-cylinder engine, the extroverted appearance of the silhouette and the possibility of opening the soft top at any time and enjoying the sun's rays are on the credit side of an E46 M3 Cabriolet. The power convertible offered in this auction offers a complete maintenance history and a very well maintained state of preservation for the overall mileage of the sports car. In addition, many relevant model-specific repairs were carried out, which allows the future owner to drive towards the sunshine with a clear conscience.