2005 BMW M3 Convertible (E46) Manual

Highlights

• Sought-after six-speed manual gearbox
• Powered by BMW’s 3.2-litre S54 straight-six engine
• Freshly serviced in July 2026
• Aftermarket infotainment system with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and reversing camera installed
• MOT valid until April 2027

The Appeal

The E46-generation BMW M3 remains one of the defining performance cars of the early 2000s, combining muscular styling, rear-wheel drive and the superb 3.2-litre S54 straight-six engine. While the coupe has long been the default choice for the most committed drivers, the Convertible brings its own distinct appeal, adding open-air enjoyment and a greater sense of occasion without losing the essential character that made the model so highly regarded.

This 2005 example dates from late in E46 M3 production and is particularly appealing in being equipped with the sought-after six-speed manual gearbox. It also benefits from a retrofitted Apple CarPlay-compatible infotainment system with reversing camera, adding a useful degree of modern convenience to the car’s analogue performance-car feel.

Finished in a smart all-grey colour scheme and reported to have benefitted from several replacement parts within the last couple of years, this M3 Convertible should appeal to an enthusiast seeking a usable and engaging modern classic, with the added drama and versatility of open-top motoring.

Key Information

• Mileage: 105,444 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 28 April 2027, second-time pass with advisory for corrosion/grease on the offside rear brake pipe
• Technical specs: 3.2-litre inline-six, six-speed manual gearbox
• Paperwork: Service book, various invoices, historic MOT certificates

Service History

07/26 – 105,443 miles - ClickMechanic

01/23 – unknown – Tomo VJ

08/20 – 97,618 miles – Snape Hill Garage

09/19 – 94,876 miles – Snape Hill Garage

03/19 – 92,435 miles – Snape Hill Garage

03/18 – 87,279 miles – Snape Hill Garage

02/17 – 84,262 miles – Snape Hill Garage

03/15 – 76,050 miles – Snape Hill Garage

02/13 – 64,432 miles – Snape Hill Garage

10/11 – 56,952 miles – Eddie’s Autos

03/09 – 44,963 miles – Autostop

12/07 – 29,068 miles – BMW Sytner Cardiff

09/06 – 14,481 miles – BMW Rydale Cardiff

10/05 – PDI – BMW Lind Chelmsford

The Detail

• Metallic grey paintwork with a dark blue soft top
• Grey leather-trimmed cabin featuring carbon-fibre inlays
• Equipment includes reversing sensors, electrically adjustable front seats, cruise control, climate control, and an aftermarket touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and a reversing camera
• Recently serviced in July 2026 at 105,443 miles
• New rear brake pads and discs in April 2024, and front brake pads and discs in June 2024
• Replacement rear tyres fitted in April 2025, and front tyres in June 2026
• Battery and rear brake shoes renewed in April 2026
• General wear-and-tear noted on the bodywork and inside the cabin, including a worn and split driver’s seat bolster and a graze on the front splitter
• Some cloudiness and oxidation visible on the fog and reversing light units

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