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Introduction

This is two owner all original 1999 BMW (E36) M3 in Cosmos Black over Black leather interior that has spent its entire life in California. All body panels contain matching VIN numbers with no respray or repaint. The seller is the second owner who has owned this M3 since 2001 and primarily used it for weekend drives and social events. Factory options include dual-zone climate control, trip computer and power door locks. It has the S52 3.2 litre straight six mated to a 5-speed manual transmission and shows 99,053 miles. It has a clean Carfax with no reported incidents a clear title and is in California.

Exterior

The exterior is painted in Cosmos Black metallic paint with matching VIN numbers on all body components. It has a sunroof, and dual sport mirrors as equipped from the factory. It has BMW Style 39 factory wheels including spare wrapped in Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 tires 225/45R17 front and 245/40R17 rear. This M3 still has the original factory paint with no respray or repaint.

Interior

The interior is upholstered in black leather with power front Vader sport seats. Interior options including dual-zone climate control, trip computer, power door locks, and 6-disc player. All Gauges and electronics work with no dead pixels. Seller notes in photos the headliner just started separating from the sunroof seal.

Mechanical 

The S52 3.2 litre straight six motor that powers this E36 M3 is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. It is factory rated 240 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. The engine is stock with no modifications.

Imperfections

·      Minor curb rash on two wheels

·      Needs new tires

·      Minor rock chips on hood

·      Needs brake pads, rotors and brake fluid flush

Summary

The seller has owned this M3 over a period of more than 20 years. It includes an owner's manual, radio card, jack, tool kit, spare wheel and tire and Noah car cover.