The BMW M3 has earned widespread acclaim among enthusiasts due to its captivating driving dynamics, well-balanced handling, and formidable powertrain. Representing the second-generation M3, the E36 features a S50 inline-six engine along with classic BMW styling. This 1995 example comes finished in Cosmos Black Metallic over Black Nappa leather and features a 5-speed manual transmission as well as a Dinan supercharger kit and an aftermarket air intake. This M3 Coupe is now being offered for auction by its seller out of California while showing just over 18k miles on the odometer.
This example comes finished in Cosmos Black Metallic (303) and can be distinguished from the standard 3-Series by its more aggressive bumpers, side skirts, aerodynamic mirrors, and M3 badging. Equipment includes a factory sunroof, fog lights, and aftermarket Dinan-branded dual exhaust outlets. It rides on 17” Style 22 wheels mounted with Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 tires. The seller notes that the hood and right fender have been refinished, and a recent exterior detail & ceramic coating have been carried out. Detailed images are provided in the gallery along with paint meter readings and a clean CARFAX report.
The cabin presents Black Nappa leather upholstery with desirable “Vader” sports seats. Equipment includes an M-sport multifunction steering wheel, a HiFi speaker system, a cassette stereo, a trunk-mounted 6-disc CD changer, dual-zone climate control, and cruise control. All gauges, electronics, and accessories are reported to be working properly.
The S50B30US 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine is rated at 240 HP from the factory and drives the rear wheels by way of a 5-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. The seller adds that a Dinan supercharger and aftermarket air intake have been equipped under the care of a previous owner. There are no outstanding maintenance items reported at this time, and a California emissions test was passed in March 2023.
This sale will include a clean title, owner’s manuals, and a toolkit.
Comments (47)
Sold for $46,000
@wob what was the reserve?
@carguru29 congrats, well fought!
at the buzzer @carguru29
lot of faith in your wifi. I don't have the b@lls to lose an extremely hard to find car over a WiFi flex!
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@wob yes
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reserve off!
@wob THAT'S THE POINT ISNT IT!!
Should we drop the reserve and sell?
And then EAG, the GODS of vintage BMW prep and service blessed this car with killer review, service and refresh! It's like buying new in 1995 right now
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Plus the CARB legal and tagged DINAN S/C which has been on the car for most its life makes for SUCH a fun and reliable car
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Getting so difficult to find super clean E36 M3 like this. And Cosmo Schwarz is SO pretty. Sparky smoke in some light. Deep black in others
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really nice example of this model, I had this one as well (no Dinan) in past. I DM'd you just now.
As we wind down, here for any last minute questions. This is such a special car having only 18k miles and Dinan upgrades. You'll be hard pressed to find another example in this condition, good luck and happy bidding!
Bid in the amount of $29,750
@IWeber81 hi, yes car was listed on BaT once, but no other auction sites. We get this question all of the time and the answer always remains "bid to find out". It doesn't cost you anything and takes only 5 seconds to bid. There is no time wasted. We come to sell always even if in a moment it may not work. We don't invest the substantial amont of time, money and effort in advertising just to flex our muscles of how nice our cars are. Every auction of the thousands we have run ends with at least a good handful of people saying "oh man I didn't think it was going to sell, can you sell to me instead!?". Don't be that guy :) Thanks for the passion on the history of the car.
Seller, I see this car was up for auction on BaT a few weeks ago, and another auction site a few weeks before that. The vehicle was bid to $42k and reserve wasn’t met in either auction. Given that this is the third time you’ve tried to sell this M3 in 30 days, can we expect to see a similar or lower reserve? Just trying to get a feel for how serious this listing is before we bid it any higher. Thanks!
@jpduarte if you are located in CA then we can help process title and registration transfer. Outside of CA, the state doesn't allow us to make a registration but we can certainly help provide any info your state needs. We offer 2 weeks of free storage after auction end.
I’d like to know how long do I have to pick up the vehicle and if you can Assist with documentation and Temp. Plates.
Thank you,
This is an exact spec of my 1st car. Man I loved that thing,, it was pure no frills.
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@gmauro83 That's it, but that's also a very potent package from Dinan. E36 m3's have always been a favorite of mine, but US versions lacked a little bit in the power department. The Dinan package is exactly what was needed to make this a perfect M car.
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Noticed this has a Dinan Exhaust as well. Are there any other aftermarket parts besides the Supercharger/Intake mentioned and Exhaust in the photos?
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Beautiful car! I had a '95 as well, drove it for 215K miles.
Just a heads up, the E36 is the 2nd generation M3, not the 3rd.