2003 BMW M3 Convertible

Registration No: HK03 ZKR
Chassis No: WBSBR92090PM94181
MOT: May 2024

• Finished in the handsome combination of Silver Grey Metallic with Black leather upholstery and a matching soft-top
• Desirable specification with the preferred six-speed manual gearbox, factory hardtop, heated sport seats, 19-inch alloys, Xenon headlights, Harman Kardon hifi and Park Distance Control etc
• Extensive service history including the all important ‘running-in’ service and a VANOS overhaul during 2019

Widely hailed as one of the best looking, best sounding and best handling BMW M3s yet made, the E46 generation debuted at the March 2000 Geneva Salon. Styled by Ulf Weidhase, the newcomer was a deft blend of aggression and subtlety. Available in Coupe or Convertible guises, the E46 M3 was powered by a 3.2 litre DOHC straight-six engine allied to Getrag six-speed manual transmission. Interestingly, the latter could be specified with either a conventional or electro-hydraulically actuated clutch. Dubbed ‘SMG-II’ when shorn of a third pedal, it proved to be the fastest shifting gearbox in the world. Credited with developing some 343bhp and 269lbft of torque, the compact four-seater was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 5.3 seconds and 155mph (limited). As well as all-round independent suspension, four-wheel disc brakes and power steering, the nimble BMW boasted a sophisticated M Differential Lock and Traction Control. According to the M Registry, 13,052 Coupes and 7,234 Convertibles were built to RHD Euro-spec.

Finished in the striking combination of Silver Grey Metallic with a matching hardtop, Black leather upholstery and Black soft-top, this particular manual example was supplied new by Vines BMW of Guildford and first registered as ‘LK03 ZKR’ on 31^st May 2003. The accompanying maintenance booklet contains eight stamps including one for the all-important ‘Running-in Check’ at 1,280 miles, while the last ‘Inspection II’ service was carried out at 111,666 miles (circa 10,000 miles ago). Treated to new front discs / pads in November 2018, a cylinder head overhaul / VANOS system repair in March 2019, replacements steering rack / four-wheel alignment in February 2021 and new power steering pump / ABS sensor in April 2022, the past five years have seen some £4,500 spent on the M3. Starting readily upon inspection and running well, the Convertible rides on 19-inch alloy wheels and pleasingly retains its hardtop stand. The soft-top operates correctly and the M3 presents nicely overall. Offered with V5C Registration Document, book pack and sundry paperwork.

For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737