1998 BMW M3 E36 Coupe Anniversary Edition

This E36-era M3 is a rare iteration of the marque’s famed 1990s performance car, which marks number 23 of 50 Anniversary Editions built for the Australian market to commemorate 25 years of the BMW M brand. It is powered by a 3.2-litre ‘S50’ inline-six, producing 236 kW and 350 Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed manual transmission. The car has reportedly been in storage since 2021, with the seller noting that the engine has been started and run to operating temperature every month, and the oil has been changed annually by the owner. The odometer displays 78,528 km. Build year: 1998 This M3 is finished in BMW Individual Aegean Blue, over an extended black Nappa leather interior with M-coloured seat accents and wood inlays. It rides on 17-inch M double-spoke forged ‘Style 24’ wheels wrapped with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres. Equipment includes electric windows, an electric sunroof, air conditioning, the original BMW radio/cassette player and a six-CD changer. The bodywork and engine are in the factory specification as purchased, except for the fitting of an aftermarket Remus sports exhaust, as well as a Cobra alarm. It will be accompanied by the owner's manuals, service book, radio code, torch, spare wheel and tool kit. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: minor stone chips on the bonnet have been touched-up in the correct colour; minor creases in the bases of both front seats; small scuffs on the leather-trimmed door card. The most recent recorded service was completed in November 2021 at 78,329 km, when Arnpro Automotive replaced the engine oil and brake fluid. Feb 1999 - Pre-delivery July 1999 - 2,064 km - Running-in check Oct 2000 - 12,499 km June 2001 - 21,203 km May 2002 - 28,196 km Jan 2004 - 38,200 km Aug 2004 - 42,588 km May 2006 - 51,507 km Feb 2010 - 64,629 km April 2017 - 74,731 km Nov 2021 - 78,349 km This BMW (E36) M3 Anniversary Edition is a rare limited-run version of the iconic high-performance coupe, built to celebrate 25 years of the BMW M brand. Marked as number 23 of only 50 examples produced and equipped with a number of desirable features as standard, this M3 would make a particularly appealing acquisition for any ‘M’ enthusiast or collector.