1997 BMW M3

Coupe

S52

Manual

WBSBG9321VEY74981

Clear

Gasoline

You're bidding on my beloved M3. Owned for 3+ years with only 5000+ highway miles. She's meant to be driven more - not just on summer weekends. Driven her round trip from Toronto, Canada to New Jersey several times. Very clean. She pulls strong and hard through the entire rev range. Handles just like an M3 should. Professional adult owned. Never tracked or auto-crossed. I've owned 3 BMWs, and babied and maintained them all. Actual total owners is less than report shows. Previous owners transferred title to wives to save insurance. Bought in 2014 from the third owner, a BMW enthusiast. Second owner bought her certified pre-owned. Good:- 100% Bone stock except for Spectre short ram air intake and aftermarket Concept One wheels. - Very clean engine. Liqui Moly oil, and oil additive changed recently. - New thermostat (Behr), aluminum thermostat housing, upgraded water pump (metal impellers)- Clutch fan delete. PO had the worn clutch fan take out the radiator which is a common occurrence. Lower temperature auxiliary fan switch to help keep her cool. - New battery.- Recently tuned up with NGK Spark plugs.- Bilstein shocks.- No Rust - Not even on common trunk lining area. Check the undercarriage pic. Rustproofed recently at Krown, a renowned Canadian company. - New valve cover gasket.- New BMW OEM Oxygen sensors (pre-cat & post-cat). - New Mann Fuel filter.- New OEM Mass Airflow Sensor, Intake boot.- New Continental DWS Tires with less than 5000 miles. - Wheels balanced.- Clutchmaster's lightweight flywheel. Very fast :-)- Glove box door doesn't sag! No cracks in dash.- On board computer LED still working. No dead pixels.- Cross bar suspension fortification.- Alpine alarm/headunit with bluetooth for Iphone/Android integration.- All power functions work (sunroof, seats adjust & heat, windows). Only thing doesn't is passenger mirror.- Tasteful modifications like black kidneys, smoked corners. tinted windows, HID 6K lights. Imperfections:- Hood has some small rock chips that've been touched up, couple dings & a dent on rear quarter. PO's girlfriend was envious of all time he spent taking care of car, so she took matters into her own hands. :-) These aren't noticeable without close up inspection. She's not a show car wouldn't take much to get her there. Its still very nice for a 21 year M3. Original Hellrot red paint still "pops". Must be seen to be appreciated. Washed & detailed every year. Often get compliments.- Airbag light is on (PO had it diagnosed as clock spring. Including an OEM M3 Steering wheel)- Driver's side mirror clear coat is peeling. Some visible on trunk spoiler. Can be fixed but no time. I prefer to keep original paint and let patina develop later.- Wheels missing BMW roundel.- Foglights/tail light just went out. Haven't had time to replace the bulbs. Why am I selling?- Don't drive as much as I'd like to. Hopefully another enthusiast can enjoy. What's needed?- If local driving planned, an electric fan like this is recommended:https://www.amazon.com/Mishimoto-MMFS-E36-92P-Black-Performance-Shroud/dp/B010CF3KKE I only drive her on NJ highways on weekends so it's not required for me.- To keep miles down and avoid NYC potholes & getting keyed, etc I don't drive in NYC. So haven't brought in for emissions test. Last passed in 2016. No CEL. Maybe I'm OCD but potholes are bad for bushings. Includes:- Mann Oil Filter- Hellrot Red OEM touch up paint -Original leather case with owner/service manual. - Books (Bentley Service Manual & Haynes)- 2 Marksman remote key fob.- Service records from my ownership. Total amount of work was over $1,600. Friend & I did some of the other work. Summer's here so miles will go up a bit. Clean NY title in hand. No trades. Serious cash buyers only. Cash in hand for test drive. Don't really want to sell but if I do, want her to go to a good home. Listed locally so reserve right to end auction if sold. Please don't waste my time. If you bid, it means you have the cash and are committing to buy. If you have negative or no feedback please contact me before bidding. Happy Bidding!