1999 BMW M3

Make

BMW

Model

M3

Year

1999

Listed price

$22,000

Location

Burke, Virginia

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

161,400 miles

The E36 generation BMW M3 arrived in North America in 1995, forever changing the perception of what a performance car could be. While European markets enjoyed the more potent S50B32 engine from 1996, North American enthusiasts received a slightly detuned S50B30US (and later S52B32US) inline-six, a concession that initially caused some consternation but ultimately delivered a car lauded for its exceptional balance, communicative steering, and everyday usability. Offered as a coupe, sedan, and convertible, the E36 M3 quickly became a cultural icon, celebrated for its analog driving experience and its ability to blend track-day prowess with comfortable grand touring. Its success laid the groundwork for every M car that followed, solidifying BMW M's reputation as a purveyor of ultimate driving machines. This 1999 BMW M3 Coupe, showing 161,400 miles on its 3.2L S52B32US inline-six engine, represents the final year of this beloved generation. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a precise manual transmission, a pairing essential to the E36 M3 experience. What truly sets this example apart is its comprehensive service history from new, meticulously documented by the seller, with a strong emphasis on OEM parts for nearly all replacements. Further enhancing its already superb dynamics, the original suspension has been upgraded to highly regarded KW V3 coilovers, complemented by camber plates for optimized handling. This E36 M3 offers a compelling opportunity to own a well-maintained and thoughtfully upgraded example of a modern classic.