BMW E36 M3 (1996)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a BMW E36 M3 from 1996 in the color Estoril blue with a black leather interior.

Highlights:

• From 3rd hand and immediately ready to drive
• This E36 M3 has the original M3 GT aluminum doors ex works
• Pre-facelift look in conjunction with the facelift technology ex works
• The seller invested around €7,000 in the vehicle
• In the course of this, the typical E36 diseases were repaired. This included: removing rust from both fenders and rear wheel arches, replacing the headlining. The rest remained original and untouched, in the front the inner grille was added for optical reasons. The original is a black, unpainted plastic honeycomb grille underneath.
• KW coilover suspension installed and corresponding registration available
• The following equipment is available, among other things: Central locking, electric windows, heated seats, power steering, air conditioning, ABS

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1996
• First registration: Germany, 1996
• Location: 72458 Albstadt, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 3 (owned by the seller since 2018)
• Accident-free
• Currently without TÜV
• Immediately ready to drive, but currently not registered

Model history

The BMW M3 E36 was produced between 1992 and 1999 and was the second generation of the M3 series. It debuted with a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine that produced 286 hp. The E36 M3 was available as a coupe, sedan and convertible, making it more versatile than its predecessor. It was known for its balanced handling and precise steering, which made it popular with drivers and critics alike. To this day, the M3 E36 is considered an icon of the 1990s and one of the best M3 models of all time.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Estoril blue
• Interior with black leather upholstery
• Repainting of the fenders and wheel arches

Engine and transmission:

• 3.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 321 hp
• Manual gearbox
• Valves were adjusted at KM 110,000

Mileage:

• 117,633 km (read off)
• Mileage can be partially traced
• Checkbook available, but not complete

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents, TÜV reports, checkbook

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 70-90 %
• Brakes: 70-90 %
• Bodywork: good condition
• Underbody: good condition, rust-free
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects

• Few age-related signs of wear in the form of scratches and stone chips
• Function of the rear electric windows defective
• Oil pan seal leaking
• Small rust bubbles on the trunk entrance
• Bearing shells should be replaced at KM 120,000
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Summary of the car

For sale is a classic BMW E36 M3 from 1996 in the rare color Estoril blue - a timeless sports coupé with 321 hp and unmistakable character. With a mileage of around 117,00 km and investments of €7,000, including an installed and registered KW coilover suspension, this M3 is technically and visually in good condition. Despite minor signs of use, the car is immediately ready to drive and offers the perfect basis for an enthusiast who wants to secure a piece of 90s driving pleasure.