This E92-era BMW M3 is a lightly modified example of the acclaimed modern performance hero, which boasts the sought-after manual gearbox. Under the bonnet sits a stage two remapped naturally aspirated 4.0-litre V8, which sends its power to the rear wheels via the desirable six-speed manual transmission. First registered in August 2008, this example has been with the seller for two years. The odometer shows 127,793 kilometres from new. This M3 is finished in the refined shade of Alpine White III with a carbon-fibre roof, over an extended black ‘Novillo’ leather-trimmed interior, featuring embossed ‘M’ emblems on the front headrests, and satin black and carbon-fibre trim accents. It rides on a set of 19-inch ‘Style 220’ diamond-cut alloy wheels, shod in Michelin tyres. The factory specification includes xenon headlights with cleaning, front and rear parking sensors, cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control, a widescreen BMW Professional navigation system, switchable power mode, electronic damper control, and electrically adjustable heated front seats with two-position driver memory. The car is now fitted with an Eventuri carbon-fibre air intake, a Miltek exhaust system, KW coilover suspension, and a ‘stage two’ ECU remap to match the exhaust. The car comes with the owner’s manuals, service booklet, toolkit, and two keys. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: there are stone chips on the front bumper, and scratches underneath the front valance. Inside, there is typical wear on the gear knob, wear on the front passenger seat in the middle section of the back support, minor wear on right-hand side driver’s seat lumber support, minor wear on the steering wheel, wear on the driver’s door arm rest handle, and on the storage cover between the rear seats. The car’s last inspection of roadworthiness was conducted in September 2022, during which the seller reports that no warnings or advisory items were noted. This M3’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in March 2023 at 126,681 km by Euro Tune. The work comprised of an engine oil and filter change, along with the replacement of the drive belt, rear brake pads, discs and sensors, and the brake fluid. Prior to this, the car was serviced in March 2022 at 123,446 km which was an engine oil and filter change following the earlier change of the rod bearings. In September 2021 at 120,730 km, a major service was carried out, which included an engine oil, oil filter, micro-filter, spark plug, brake fluid, and air filter change. Other work included the replacement of the rod bearings, throttle actuators, transmission mounts, front windscreen washer pump, and the left-hand indicator repeater, as well as a power steering overhaul, fitment of the Eventuri carbon-fibre air intake, and a drive shaft service, replacing the CV joint assembly and centre mount bearings. This E92-generation BMW M3 is an attractive example of the acclaimed performance coupe, offered with a solid recent maintenance history and some discerning modifications. Boasting a powerful naturally aspirated V8, a wonderfully balanced chassis, and an engaging manual gearbox, it would make an excellent addition to any performance collection, and an exciting yet usable companion for spirited weekend drives and longer-distance tours. 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