Equipment

Carbon Black Metallic paintwork, Black Nappa Leather upholstery, 19-inch diamond-cut M alloy wheels, 6-speed SMG II transmission with Drivelogic, Heated front seats, Satellite navigation, Harman Kardon audio system, Six-CD changer, Wind deflector with storage box.

Exterior

Finished in Carbon Black Metallic, this beautifully presented M3 Convertible is one of the finest examples we have seen in seventeen years of selling these cars. The current owner has kept it garaged since acquiring it in 2021, and we understand it was similarly stored during its earlier long-term ownership. Its exceptional preservation is particularly evident in the exterior plastics and supple rubber seals.

A recent professional detail and ceramic coating have brought out a wonderfully deep, reflective finish. The paintwork is free from visible swirl marks, and the panels present impressively straight down both sides, without noticeable parking dents or scuffs. The headlights, indicators and front fog lights remain clear and undamaged, with no visible moisture ingress, while the kidney grilles and bonnet badge are equally smart.

The black fabric hood presents superbly, including around its seams and folding points. The optional 19-inch M alloy wheels retain their correct diamond-cut finish and are in excellent condition, with just one tiny mark of approximately 1cm on the passenger-side rear rim. Michelin Pilot Sport tyres are fitted all round and show generous remaining tread.

A light scattering of small stone chips around the front end and driver’s front wheel arch, together with a chip on the passenger side of the windscreen, complete the minor imperfections noted. Overall, a remarkably well-kept example with a finish that rewards close inspection.

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Interior

The Black Nappa leather cabin is every bit as impressive as the exterior. The seats retain a lovely soft, supple feel and attractive matte finish, with only minimal wear to the driver’s outer bolster. The steering wheel also remains beautifully textured, displaying little of the smoothing often found on more heavily used examples.

The door cards, sill trims and front centre armrest present exceptionally well, while the carpets are protected by a very smart set of BMW overmats. The rear seats and the hood’s internal lining are similarly well preserved. Heated, electrically adjustable front seats with memory, satellite navigation and Harman Kardon audio make this a particularly inviting place to spend time.

Minor signs of use are limited to a few fingernail marks around the ashtray lid and handbrake recess, together with a small number of failed pixels on the otherwise functional navigation display. The luggage compartment is immaculate, with clean carpeting and unmarked loading trims. The toolkit is present, along with the six-CD changer and wind deflector in its storage box.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

BMW’s 3.2-litre straight-six is paired with the optional six-speed SMG II transmission with Drivelogic, offering sequential gear selection through the steering-wheel paddles or centre-mounted selector.

The engine bay is exceptionally well presented, with clean, undamaged black plastics and trims. The visible ancillary components are notably free from surface corrosion, contributing to an appearance rarely encountered on a car of this age.

The accompanying service book records BMW main-dealer maintenance throughout its stamped history, including the important running-in check at 1,373 miles. The most recent entry records an oil service at Marshall BMW Salisbury in May 2026 at 65,322 miles, just 142 miles below the current odometer reading.

History File

First registered on 3 January 2003, the car remained with a long-standing keeper from that date until 2020. Following approximately one year with its next keeper, it was acquired by the current owner in 2021. The current V5 records three former keepers.

The car is accompanied by a particularly comprehensive history file, including its original order paperwork, BMW handbooks and document wallet, stamped service book, spare keys and a substantial collection of supporting invoices.

The original order records the attractive combination of Carbon Black Metallic and Black Nappa leather, together with a generous selection of factory options. The current owner has kept the car garaged throughout his ownership, and we understand it was also garaged during its earlier long-term keepership.

Every service stamp shown in the book is from a BMW main dealer. The recorded maintenance is as follows:

February 2003 — 1,373 miles — Running-in check, Sytner BMW.
February 2004 — 12,395 miles — Oil service and microfilter, Broad Oak BMW.
May 2005 — 22,359 miles — Inspection I and microfilter, Broad Oak BMW.
January 2007 — 32,237 miles — Oil service and microfilter, Broad Oak BMW Canterbury.
March 2009 — 42,587 miles — Inspection II and microfilter, Barretts BMW.
June 2011 — 52,024 miles — Oil service and microfilter, Barretts BMW.
July 2015 — 55,540 miles — Inspection I and microfilter, Barretts BMW.
January 2020 — 61,056 miles — Oil service, Sandal Motors BMW.
August 2021 — 64,488 miles — Inspection II and microfilter, Marshall BMW Salisbury.
May 2026 — 65,322 miles — Oil service, Marshall BMW Salisbury.

Separate entries also record brake-fluid and coolant maintenance, including attention at Marshall BMW Salisbury in May 2023. The extensive accompanying invoice file provides further background to the car’s upkeep. Most recently, the current owner commissioned a professional detail and ceramic coating, further enhancing its outstanding presentation.

With only 65,464 miles recorded, an early keepership spanning approximately seventeen years and BMW main-dealer stamps throughout its service book, this is an exceptionally appealing M3 Convertible. Its careful preservation, desirable factory options and comprehensive accompanying paperwork make it a particularly rewarding example to view.

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