£3,234.91 spent with Stanfield Garages in July 2022
The Appeal
While the first M3, the E30, had been something of a rough and ready homologation special, its successor the E36 always seemed significantly more developed - both dynamically and in terms of usability. A further improved version came along in late 1995, the ‘Evolution’, which had a new and enlarged 3.2-litre straight-six while a six-speed Getrag manual replaced the outgoing five-speed ZF unit.
These E36 M3s, especially the Evo models, are now highly sought after modern classics and so we’re pleased to offer this supremely original 1996 example which comes to us with well-documented service history and a long advisory-free MOT. The numerous invoices and well-stamped original service book demonstrate that a great deal of time and money have been lavished on this car over the years, ensuring it’s an exceedingly usable example. Its factory hard top is present and several important jobs have been completed in recent years including a complete brake pipe replacement, VANOS replacement and new soft top.
The History and Paperwork
94,000 miles
Numerous significant invoices from M3 Motor Co. and Hypermotive
£3,234.91 spent with Stanfield Garages in July 2022
V5C present
Fourteen registered keepers
Original service book present and containing numerous main dealer and specialist stamps
MOT until 6th March 2025
The Condition
Rare matching hard top present, complete with storage stand and in good shape
Folding soft top replaced last year and therefore free from notable wear
The black paint looks smart for its age and the bodywork appears free from notable wear and any obvious signs of accident damage
The black leather upholstery looks smart for its age and is only lightly worn in places
We’re informed that the cabin electrics and switchgear are in good working order
Smart plastics, badging and trim throughout
The carpets do not appear excessively worn
The Mechanics
3.2-litre straight-six
Six-speed manual gearbox
Very smart engine bay
Recent new VANOS
Comprehensive braking system overhaul including all pipework renewed
No advisories recorded during the last MOT test
The vendor sums it up: “The car starts and drives with no issues at all - a very usable modern day classic”
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Auction Details
Year1996
MakeBMW
ModelM3
ColourBlack
Mileage94,000 Miles
Engine size3199
Seller TypePrivate
Town
Bournemouth
CountyDorset
CountryUnited Kingdom
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