1995 BMW M3

Make

BMW

Model

M3

Year

1995

Listed price

$43,000

Location

Peosta, Iowa

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

65,438 miles

When BMW debuted the E36 M3 in 1992, it marked a significant shift for the vaunted M division. Moving beyond the homologation-special ethos of the E30, the E36 aimed for broader appeal, offering a more refined, luxurious, and accessible high-performance experience. Despite this, it lost none of its sporting edge. Early European models boasted the S50B30, a 3.0-liter inline-six producing 282 horsepower, while North American markets initially received a slightly detuned version, the S50B30US, making a still-potent 240 horsepower. This first-generation US E36 M3, produced from 1995, quickly established itself as a benchmark for sports coupes, celebrated for its near-perfect chassis balance, communicative steering, and the linear power delivery of its naturally aspirated engine. This particular 1995 BMW M3 coupe stands out as an exceptionally preserved example of the model's inaugural year in North America. With a remarkably low 65,438 original miles, this second-owner car retains its factory-original condition, having never been modified. The current custodian, who previously worked for the original BMW motorcycle dealer owner, has meticulously maintained a comprehensive documentation file from new, a testament to its fastidious care. Adding to its unique provenance is the inclusion of the rare factory service manual and the period-correct fold-up bicycle with its original dealer display, an accessory offered exclusively with the new 1995 M3. For the enthusiast seeking an unmolested, low-mileage E36 M3 with an incredible backstory and accompanying artifacts, this is a truly rare find.