Details

This low-mileage 1998 BMW M3 convertible is powered by BMW's S52 3.2L inline-six-cylinder engine linked to a five-speed manual transmission driving the rear wheels. This E36 M3 is painted in its original Dakar Yellow II over black Nappa leather seating and shows just 18,268 miles on the odometer. In 1998, the M3 came standard with a host of performance and comfort features including M Sport suspension, 17-inch staggered-width performance tires, and dual-zone automatic climate control. This example also features a trunk-mounted six-disc CD changer connected to the factory stereo/cassette player. Originally a Midwest car, it spent more than 20 years with two owners in Kansas before spending a year on the East Coast and moving to California in 2021 where it is offered by the fourth owner.

This low mileage example has been photographed and inspected by a third party to verify the condition. The exterior is found in good condition and retains the richness of the yellow color. The only blemish is a scratch to the rear bumper that is highlighted in the photos. Similarly, the interior is free of abnormal wear and tear and shows as expected with less than 20K miles. A road test confirmed that the mechanicals and features of this E36 convertible operate as they should, including the eclectic soft top. The right rear tire should be monitored for wear and replaced as needed. The vehicle comes with its original owner's manuals and two keys.

This BMW M3 is being sold through CLASSIC.COM Pro by Robert Lewis and is located in Chatsworth, CA.

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About the model

When it was first introduced in 1992, the E36 M3 was initially only available as a coupe. While sedan and convertible versions would be introduced in 1994, the E36 M3 coupe was by far the most common body style, with over 46,000 examples built. While European versions were available from launch, the E36 M3 was not available in North America until 1995. Notably, the European versions received more powerful engines. The 3.0L inline six used between 1992 and 1995 produced 286hp, while the later 3.2L inline six produced 316hp. This contrasted with the North American variants, which used a 240hp 3.0L in 1995, which grew in 1996 to 3.2L without any significant increase in power, and only marginal increases in torque. The E36 M3 Manual coupe was initially offered with a 5-speed manual gearbox, but from the 1996 model year, a 6-speed manual became standard for European models (North American examples retained the 5-speed). Production of the E36 BMW M3 lasted until 1999, eventually being replaced by the E46 BMW M3.

Features and Specs

• VIN: WBSBK9339WEC42239
• 18,268 original miles
• 3.2L I6 engine
• 5-speed manual transmission
• 6-disc trunk-mounted CD changer
• Nappa leather seating
• Automatic climate control
• M Sport suspension
• Staggered-width 17-inch high-performance tires

Known Modifications

• None

Service History

• Noted in available CarFax

Ownership History

• Owned by two owners in Kansas between 1998-2020
• Registered in Maryland and New Jersey by the third owner in 2020-2021
• Sold to a dealer in Ohio in 2021 when it was purchased and moved to California

Known issues

• A light scratch on the rear bumper
• Tire tread depth should be monitored

Due Diligence

• Third-party photos 12/27/2023
• Third-party inspection 12/19/2023
• CarFax report 1/3/2024

Included in the sale

• Two keys
• Original owner's manuals