1997 BMW M3

VIN WBSCD9323VEE05309

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What’s special about this listing

  • Byzanz Metallic exterior - exceptionally rare color with only ~120 examples produced, 88 for the US market
  • 5-speed manual transmission - the desirable gearbox for E36 M3s, particularly in sedan form
  • 1997 model year - one of the final E36 M3 production years featuring the 3.2L S52 inline-6 engine
  • Modified with performance upgrades including BC Racing coilovers, aluminum radiator, and stainless steel brake lines
  • Comparable vehicles have sold in the $7,000-$21,238 range. See the BMW M3 Sedan - Manual - E36 market →
  • 4-door sedan body style - less common than the coupe, only available from 1994-1999
  • Factory limited-slip differential included - an important performance feature for enthusiasts

Specs

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Year
1997
Make
BMW
Model Family
3 Series
Model Generation
E36
Model Variant
M3
Model Trim
Standard
VIN
WBSCD9323VEE05309
Mileage
222,800 mi
Originality
Modified
Engine
3.2L I6 (S52)
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Sedan
Driver Side
LHD
Doors
4 Doors
Color Group (Ext)
Orange
Color Group (Int)
Gray

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