Equipment

Avus Blue Metallic paintwork, Light grey leather upholstery, 17-inch double-spoke alloy wheels, 5-speed manual transmission, Air conditioning, Three-spoke sports leather steering wheel, M sports seats, Front central armrest, Rear head rests, Electric windows, Electric door mirrors, On-board computer, Pioneer cassette radio, BMW floor mats, BMW first aid kit, Complete BMW tool kit, Original sales brochures, Trophies and awards.

Exterior

Arguably one of BMW’s most understated performance cars, the E36 M3’s purposeful styling relied on subtle aerodynamic enhancements rather than exaggerated bodywork. Finished in popular Avus Blue, this desirable non-sunroof coupe presents exquisitely with gleaming paintwork, perfect shut lines, and no scuffs or scrapes to the body or trims. It’s also entirely unmodified and remains in its original factory specification complete with amber front indicators and no rear spoiler. The overall condition is a credit to the car’s careful long-term ownership and award-winning history with every panel, seal, and trim piece presenting to a very high standard.

Interior

The Light Grey leather interior is a fantastic contrast to the Avus Blue exterior, creating one of the most attractive colour combinations available on the E36. The cabin is also highly original with beautifully preserved seats, immaculate switchgear, and clean grey carpets with the factory overmats still in place. The leather remains in remarkably supple condition and does not appear to have ever been reconnolised, and finer details such as the gear knob and steering wheel are also perfect. The dash and centre console show no signs of any wear, and we’re pleased to report that the air conditioning is blowing ice-cold following a recent re-gas. In the boot you’ll find the complete BMW toolkit, BMW first aid kit, and a multitude of trophies and awards from the car’s show-winning past.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

Power comes from BMW M's legendary 3-litre S50 straight-six, an engine celebrated for its free-revving nature, individual throttle bodies, and that unmistakable induction sound. The five-speed manual gearbox operates smoothly and provides a driving experience that is both rewarding and immensely satisfying. The engine bay here is extremely clean and tidy with no signs of damage or previous poor repair. This example has clearly been well maintained throughout its life but, as to be expected with such a low mileage example, it has also been tucked away in storage to preserve its amazing condition. The last service was carried out in November 2025 less than 100 miles ago, and for additional peace of mind we have just had the car fully inspected with four new Bridgestone tyres and auxiliary drive belts fitted at the current mileage.

History File

Supplied new by Wheatley Hall BMW in February 1994, this 3.0 M3 coupe has driven just 60,723 miles from new. A truly magnificent example in a striking colour combo, the car has previously enjoyed much success on the show scene, earning numerous awards and accolades thanks to its excellent unmodified condition. As values of the finest E36 M3s continue to strengthen, originality, specification, and provenance have become increasingly important – and this ticks one all the boxes.

Accompanying the car is the BMW document pouch with all owners’ manuals, the original maintenance booklet, a thick stack of invoices and documentation, MOT certificates dating right back to 1997, a selection of original M3 sales brochures, dealer tax disc holders, and a trunk load of awards from over the years. The service book is filled with the following entries:

18/04/1994 at 1,228 miles – Williams BMW

28/04/1995 at 4,776 miles – Williams BMW

18/11/1997 at 13,648 miles – Williams BMW

16/01/1999 at 20,667 miles – Williams BMW

11/02/2000 at 27,624 miles – Williams BMW

29/05/2001 at 34,849 miles – Bowker BMW

07/11/2005 at 39,654 miles – Bowker BMW

11/03/2010 at 46,915 miles – Darren Wood (BMW Specialist)

29/03/2011 at 52,316 miles – Darren Wood (BMW Specialist)

17/10/2017 at 60,654 miles – Deepdale Service Station (BMW Specialist)

24/11/2025 at 60,654 miles – Ladywood MOT Centre

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