1999 BMW M3 Evolution Convertible Automatic E36

Highlights

• Popular Estoril Blue metallic with blue roof and grey leather
• Recently fitted with new roof
• Extensive work to engine, brakes and suspension in 2022
• Enthusiast current keeper since 2012
• Desirable Evolution model with 321bhp 3.2-litre engine and improved handling
• Current MOT valid to March 2027 with no advisories
• Car to be sold with plate M3 DKY

The Appeal

The E36 M3 is, in many ways, peak BMW, coming as it did at the tipping point when technology aided rather than swamped analogue feel. But if you love these cars, you know the true top dog is the M3 Evo, the version that incorporated a host of improvements.

Key to the Evolution’s appeal is the larger and more powerful 3.2L straight six S50 motor. Double VANOS and revised suspension mean these quicker cars handle and engage far better too. They can be identified by their white front indicators, so the eagle-eyed will be ahead of us here and have spotted that this 1999 M3 convertible is indeed an Evo.

The current keeper acquired the car in 2012 and has looked after it well, including over £3,700 invested in 2022 to replace a long list of engine suspension and brake components. The invoice is included in the photos. The blue fabric roof was replaced in 2021.

As a tidy Estoril Blue car with grey leather and the clever SMG gearbox, we suspect this car will appeal to the many enthusiasts of the deservedly legendary E36 M3.

Key Information

• Mileage: 93,296 miles displayed (not warranted)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• MOT status: valid to 15th March 2027 with no advisories
• Technical specs: 3,201cc S50B32 321bhp straight-six, 6spd SMG semi-automatic
• Paperwork: invoices for 2021 and 2022 work, V5C

The Detail

• Popular Estoril Blue paintwork in good overall condition for age and mileage
• Front of car features a few touched in stone chips shown in photos
• Bodywork presents well with straight panels and no structural advisories
• Five spoke 17in M alloys in good order with light marks and kerbing
• Blue folding roof replaced in 2021 and in good working order as shown
• Grey leather interior with blue piping in fair condition
• Some age to note to front seats, wheel and armrest highlighted in photos
• Features walnut trim and original BMW Business radio with CD changer
• Recent work to brakes, suspension and engine in 2022 totaling £3,742

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