This E36-generation BMW M3 Evolution sedan is an acclaimed modern classic performance car, fitted with a few subtle modifications, and reported by the seller to be one of only seven examples in Australia. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.2-litre inline-six, delivering around 236kW to the rear wheels through the sought-after six-speed manual transmission. Built in 1996, this M3 Evolution was registered in the UK in February 1998, and was exported to New Zealand in September 2002. It was sold via Collecting Cars in January 2025 by its previous owner of 14 years, and shipped to Australia in March 2025. The odometer shows 88,003 miles (141,627 km). Build year: 1996 This rare non-sunroof M3 Evolution sedan is finished in the appealing hue of Boston Green over a Modena Nappa leather-trimmed cabin, with black door card accents and carpet mats, and wood dashboard and centre console trims. A paint correction and ceramic coating treatment were completed ahead of the car shipped in February 2024. It rides on a set of 17-inch Style 23 ‘Soccer Ball’ alloy wheels, which are fitted with Hankook and Michelin tyres. Equipment includes a three-spoke leather sports steering wheel, a trip computer, an aftermarket alarm and central locking, dual-zone climate control, electric front and rear windows, and now a Bluetooth-compatible Kenwood CD stereo head unit. This car features a stiffer Eibach front sway bar, a quicker E46 ‘purple tag’ steering rack, a discreetly modified rear muffler, and an AC Shnitzer short-shifter. Accompanying the sale are the owner’s manuals, a collection of invoices, a spare wheel, a toolkit and a first aid kit. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: there are signs of a previous closed-door respray; there are small touched-in stone chips on the bonnet; the front tyres will need replacing soon; there is a split in the wood trim around the gear stick, discolouration on the wood trim on the glove box, and some UV fading on the rear parcel tray. The most recent technical inspection was completed in March 2025. The most recent service was completed in Australia in March 2025 at around 88,000 miles The control arms, power steering hose, fuel pump, spark plugs and coil packs were all replaced recently, and the ABS pump has been reconditioned. Prior to this, the car was reportedly serviced at 75,966 miles and 68,483 miles. The car is understood to have been regularly serviced at Bellars Motor Works in New Zealand, which is documented with invoices, with work including replacement of a front ball joint and lower suspension arm. The clutch and shock absorbers were replaced with original Sachs versions. The previous owner is said to have conducted additional interim oil changes himself. This E36-generation BMW M3 Evolution is a highly capable ‘90s performance car, boasting a free-revving inline-six and finished in the tasteful hue of Boston Green. As the sedan was never officially sold in Australia, this is reported to be one of just seven examples in the country, and it is now fitted with some appealing modifications. It should make a very usable addition to any assembly of modern classics, and a rewarding companion for regular use, or a fun car for longer weekend road trips. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. 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For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.