A heavily modified version of the iconic rear-wheel drive sports coupe, designed and built for fast road use. Under the bonnet is the responsive naturally aspirated 3.2-litre ‘S54’ straight-six, now equipped with a V3 Vortech supercharger kit for an output of 425hp at the wheels, coupled to the desirable six-speed manual transmission. The odometer displays 161,250 kilometres from new. This E46-generation BMW M3 is offered fresh from a recent service, which was carried out in April 2022 at 161,000 km, where the supercharger belt was changed. This M3 is finished in the striking hue of Phoenix Yellow metallic, which is offset by an aftermarket carbon-fibre rear diffuser and a black leather-trimmed cabin. It rides on a set of 19-inch BBS LM-style alloy wheels shod in Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres. Factory-fitted equipment includes electrically adjustable front seats with memory function, cruise control, climate control, a sunroof, and rear parking sensors. As mentioned above, this M3 features a number of performance modifications, and its engine is fitted with a Vortech V3 supercharger kit, a Mishimoto intercooler and an AEM methanol injection kit with a hidden kill switch, and it is linked to an upgraded PWR HD clutch, a LuK flywheel, and an Eisenmann sports exhaust (not pictured). Stopping power comes from a set of Brembo four-pot callipers, BBK cross-drilled discs, Brembo pads and SS braided lines. The suspension system has been upgraded with ST XTA three-way adjustable coilovers with camber plates and rear camber-adjustable control arms. Inside, the cabin has been fitted with an aftermarket Pioneer stereo with Bluetooth connectivity, a fire extinguisher, a custom instrument cluster, and a digital fan controller. The car will be accompanied by its original owner’s manuals, service book and toolkit, along with a coilover adjustment kit and a collection of maintenance invoices from the seller’s ownership. There has been no known bodywork damage. There are some minor stone chips to the bonnet, front bumper, and front wheel arches, but the Phoenix Yellow paintwork is in good shape overall. Inside, there are some light creases on the leather-trimmed seat bolsters and a few minor scratches can be seen on the glossy dashboard inlays, which is in line with the car’s age and mileage. The steering wheel and gear knob are replacement items, and both are in great shape. There are no known electrical or mechanical faults, and there are no warning lights showing on the dashboard. This M3’s most recent service was carried out in April 2022 at approximately 161,000 km, when the technicians at German car specialist G-Spec replaced the spark plugs and fluids. The rear subframe (a common weak spot) was attended to in 2020 at approximately 155,000 km, and at the same time the rod bearings were also replaced. Prior to this, the engine, gearbox, and differential oils were changed in 2019 at around 148,000 km. During the vendor’s two-year ownership, the driveshaft, coils, rod bearings and bolts, valve shims, valve cover gasket, rear suspension bushings, wheel hubs, air conditioning condenser, O2 sensors, crankshaft position sensor, DSC sensors and wheel hubs have all been replaced. The car has also undergone a CMP Auto Engineering Stage 2 topside and underside subframe reinforcement, along with a full underside respray and subframe powder coating treatment. An undeniable modern classic performance icon, the E46-generation BMW M3 is renowned for its pace, involving handling, and impressive all-round usability. Now producing around 425bhp at the wheels thanks to a retrofitted supercharger and a host of supporting engine, suspension, and brake modifications, this potent and well-built manual example should make for an impressive companion on its new owner’s favourite roads, while remaining every bit as practical for day-to-day use. The description of this auction lot 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, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. 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.