1997 BMW M3

1997 BMW M3 4 Door Sedan For consignment, a 1997 BMW M3 4 door sedan with a title verified 141,310 actual miles, owned by our consignors for 23 years, and well maintained including recent struts, brakes, and alignment. In the Road and Track test drive, they note, in the slalom, it doesnt feel like a 4 door, it has the great balance and edgy aggression of the M3 coupe. . Exterior Our car presents in its original Alpinweiss and clean lenses on the front marker lights give the front end a clean icy look, while the black kidney grille, headlight bezels, and rubber band on the bumper cover offer sharp contrast. The piano keyboard impact continues on the profile where side body molding, black door handles, and a conspicuous black B-pillar offer contrast to the clean white. Out back, the understated fascia carries the coveted M emblem and a slightly more aggressive valance making room for twin exhaust tips. The 17-inch cast alloy BMW wheels look great, the rears are one inch wider and front and back wear staggered size tires. Imperfections are few on this clean M3, with some cloudiness on the headlight covers, some delamination on the nose emblem, and some scrapes under the chin spoiler. Interior Black is the dominant color on the interior and it begins with the black leather inserts on black door panels with the drivers insert showing just a bit of age, but overall they are clean and of course, efficient. Theres some wear on the drivers leather seat, but holding up well and the passenger seat and rear are in great shape. A contoured leather wrapped steering wheel presents to the driver in front of the simple and easy to read dash E36 owners have come to adore and includes a light bar indicating oil condition. The center stack is a flowing array of buttons. Lots of buttons. And theyre there to control the AM/FM/Cassette radio, the climate control, and a comprehensive trip and information computer. Wood grain applique frames the lower stack and spills onto the console where more buttons and a matching shifter are strategically positioned, showing some patina but in generally very good condition. Black carpet is protected by carpeted mats and the palette is complete with the black headliner surrounding the overhead console and sunroof. The trunk is finished with gray cloth panels and is clean. Drivetrain Under the hood, cloaked in plastic panels, is BMW venerable 3.2 liter DOHC inline six cylinder, good for 240 horsepower, fuel injected and mated to a ZF 5HP19 5-speed automatic transmission. Power is routed to the rear wheels with 3.38 gears in the axle. New brakes are on board and they are power discs all the way around. Undercarriage Driver quality underneath with typical patina discoloration to the metals and notable oil on the pan and blowing back to the transmission bottom and exhaust. Those exhaust run in tandem through catalytic converters and into an original equipment muffler which begets a pair of chrome tips for display and exhaust out back. MacPherson struts on front and back benefit from new Bilstein struts and the front is equipped with an SPC adjustable strut kit. Drive-Ability This ultimate driving machine has held up well considering the mileage, a sign that it was well cared for. We roll out in the gleaming white sedan and recognize that the 3.2 still puts out a respectable bit of grunt, steering is tight, and the somewhat firm suspension on new struts is both livable and at the same time, performance oriented. The ABS light comes on intermittently but beyond that, all functions perform, speaking of performance, as expected. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. Theres a legend in our midst and its name is M3. Touted and revered as one of best balanced sports coupes, (and sedans), ever created, the M3 is a respected moniker, and deservedly so. The seating, controls, and visibility are driver focused and it pays off when youre in the left seat using your right foot. This one has some miles but has been well maintained and has many smile filled twisties in its future. Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (thats more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. 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