2002 BMW M3

Make

BMW

Model

M3

Year

2002

Listed price

$16,000

Location

Orlando, Florida

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

160,000 miles

The E46 M3 stands as a high-water mark in BMW's illustrious M Division history, a car widely regarded as one of the finest driving machines of its era. Launched in 2000, it continued the lineage of the iconic M3, building on the E30 and E36's success with a blend of everyday usability and formidable track capability. At its heart was the legendary S54B32 engine, a naturally aspirated 3.2-liter inline-six that revved to a stratospheric 8,000 RPM, delivering 333 horsepower in North American specification. This generation also saw the introduction of the controversial SMG-II automated manual transmission, alongside the traditional 6-speed manual, but it was the purity of the latter that truly unlocked the E46 M3's dynamic brilliance, cementing its status as a future classic and a benchmark for driver involvement. This 2002 BMW E46 M3, showing 160,000 miles, presents an intriguing opportunity for the enthusiast who values engagement above all. Originally equipped with the SMG transmission, this example has been thoughtfully converted to a proper 6-speed manual, transforming the driving experience to its most rewarding form. While the headliner shows the common sign of age with some sagging, the mechanical transformation ensures that the essence of what makes an E46 M3 so special—the direct connection between driver and machine—is fully realized. This is an opportunity to acquire an E46 M3 that delivers the most coveted driving experience.