2024 BMW M3 Base

Make

BMW

Model

M3 Base

Year

2024

Listed price

$85,990

Location

New Albany, Indiana

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

11,454 miles

The BMW M3 has long stood as the benchmark for high-performance sports sedans, a legacy forged in the crucible of motorsport. Born from the need to homologate the E30 M3 for Group A touring car racing in the mid-1980s, the M3 quickly evolved from a track weapon into a road-going icon, celebrated for its sublime balance, communicative chassis, and high-revving engines. Each subsequent generation has refined this formula, with the G80 M3, introduced for the 2021 model year, representing the latest evolution. This generation boldly embraces a more aggressive design language and introduces the potent S58 twin-turbocharged inline-six engine, continuing the M3's tradition of blending everyday usability with exhilarating performance. This 2024 BMW M3 Base model, with just 11,454 miles on the odometer, presents an enticing opportunity to experience the current iteration of this legendary machine. Power comes from the formidable 3.0L twin-turbocharged I6 engine, paired with the purist's choice: a crisp 6-speed manual transmission. While many modern performance cars have abandoned the manual gearbox, BMW M continues to offer it in the base M3, providing an unparalleled level of driver engagement and control. This particular example, a sedan, combines practicality with its athletic prowess, making it a true do-it-all performance vehicle. For the enthusiast who values connection and precision, this M3 offers a compelling blend of modern performance and traditional driver involvement.