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BMW 3 Series
E36 - 3 Series (E36)
1997 BMW M3 Saloon (E36)Estoril Blue, with an impressive history file
1997
Manual
Petrol
£18,000 – £20,000
Estimate range
Bidding starts 30 May at 11:00
Listing Source
Manor Park Classics
Auction
Auction Date
Saturday, 30 May 2026
Starts at 11:00
28 days until auction
Estimate
£18,000 - £20,000
Location
United Kingdom
Auction Venue
Barons MPC South (Southampton)
About the M3
High-performance M model with 3.0-liter S50 or 3.2-liter S52 engine.
Known Issues to Watch For
Cooling system failures (radiator, water pump, thermostat, expansion tank); VANOS system failures; Valve cover gasket leaks; Rod bearing failures; Connecting rod bolt failures; Power steering leaks; Rear subframe mounting point failures; Water leaks through trunk, windshield, and sunroof; Interior trim degradation; Expensive parts and maintenance
Desirable Options
M Sport package|Adds sport suspension, seats, steering wheel Limited slip differential Harman/Kardon sound system Sunroof Sport seats Leather interior M-Tech steering wheel Manual transmission (for M3) Air conditioning On-board computer Heated seats Forged light alloy wheels Original CD changer
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower286 hp
Torque320 Nm
0-100 km/h5.6 seconds
Top Speed250 km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1997
Body StyleCoupe
RegistrationR725GDX
VINWBSCD92070EX93652
MOTMay 2026
Production Info
Production Years1992 - 1999
GenerationE36
Listing Source
Manor Park Classics
Auction
Auction Date
Saturday, 30 May 2026
Starts at 11:00
28 days until auction
Estimate
£18,000 - £20,000
Location
United Kingdom
Auction Venue
Barons MPC South (Southampton)
Price on request
1997Manual
