2011 BMW M3 Competition

Make

BMW

Model

M3 Competition

Year

2011

Listed price

Price not provided

Location

San Jose, California

Transmission

6 Speed Manual

Mileage

61,022 miles

The E90 generation BMW M3 holds a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, primarily for one glorious reason: its S65 V8 engine. Breaking from the inline-six tradition of its predecessors, the E9x M3 featured a high-revving, naturally aspirated 4.0-liter V8, derived from BMW's Formula 1 program. This bespoke engine produced a spine-tingling 414 horsepower and an unforgettable soundtrack, making it the only V8-powered M3 to date. Launched in 2007, the E90 sedan, E92 coupe, and E93 convertible M3s were celebrated for their balanced chassis, communicative steering, and everyday usability, all while delivering supercar-baiting performance. The Competition Package, introduced late in the production run, further sharpened the E92 coupe's dynamics with a lowered suspension, revised EDC (Electronic Damper Control) tuning, and lighter 19-inch wheels, making it the most focused iteration of the V8 M3. This particular 2011 BMW M3 Competition Package coupe embodies that peak performance, presented in a classic Alpine White over a black Novillo leather interior. With 61,022 miles on the odometer, this example has been driven and enjoyed as intended, its naturally aspirated 4.0L V8 engine eager to rev to its 8,400 rpm redline. Crucially, power is sent to the rear wheels via the highly desirable 6-speed manual transmission, offering an unadulterated connection between driver and machine that is increasingly rare in modern performance cars. This is a prime opportunity to acquire a pure, unadulterated driver's M-car from a golden era of BMW performance.