Full Description
FOR SALE
A stunning BMW E46 325i M-Sport Convertible with only 38,443 miles from new.
EQUIPMENT
2+2 Convertible body, occupant safety cell, roll-over safety system, ISOFIX, heated door mirrors, heated screen washer nozzles, neon high level brake light, Park Distance Control to rear, front and side airbags, automatic climate control, on-board computer, cruise control, auto dimming mirror, electric memory seats, boot warning triangle and tool kit. M-Sport Equipment: Sport Spoke Light alloy wheels 18-inch, front air dam, rear apron, M Leather steering wheel, sports seats, Black aluminium Cube interior trim, Factory Options: Metallic paintwork, five-speed EH automatic transmission, Montana Leather upholstery, heated front seats. Dealer Accessories: Full BMW carpet mat set.
EXTERIOR
This hugely desirable facelift BMW E46 325i M-Sport in factory optional Mystic Blue metallic, (Code A07), has covered just 38,443 miles from new and presents in stunning condition. A very low mileage and garaged from new example, the original paintwork looks incredible with a deep polished shine and uniform finish. The body panels are pin-straight with no dings or scuffs, just a few carefully touched in frontal stone chips. The factory fitted hood in Black is superb in condition and seamless in operation. All trim sections are immaculate, and the glass and crystal-clear light clusters are perfect. BMW main dealer number plates remain fitted from when the car was sold to the previous owner as an approved used BMW when just three years old. The underside and all apertures are remarkably clean. This BMW is absolutely show worthy and certainly one of the best.
INTERIOR
The Montana Leather upholstery in Light Beige, (Code N6HC), was an expensive cost option when new and thanks to minimal mileage and cosseted ownership the interior is remarkable. The spotless seat facings and matching door trim remain supple and tight and the bolsters show virtually no wear or distortion. The driver-orientated cockpit has the M Leather steering wheel and Black aluminium Cube interior trim in fine condition with only some light scratches to the driver’s door pull. All carpeting is protected by genuine BMW velour mats and the inner hood lining is perfect. All functions and controls operate perfectly including the ice-cold air conditioning. The boot area is immaculate with a full tool kit, warning triangle and jack. The door shuts, hinges and hidden crevices remain spotlessly clean. Sublime throughout.
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
BMW’s legendary straight-six cylinder M54 engine needs no introduction and this 325i M-Sport has the 2494cc variant developing 192bhp and 245Nm maximum torque. A top speed is quoted at 143mph and 0-62mph is just 9.1 seconds based on automatic transmission performance figures. The pristine engine bay has clear stickers throughout including the under bonnet, and the build label confirming manufacture in December 2003. The factory optional five-speed EH automatic transmission with manual shift facility operates perfectly and really suits this straight-six ultimate driving machine.
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The Sport Spoke Light alloy wheels 18-inch are part of the M-Sport package and look superb with perfect BMW Roundel centre caps and only light markings to the alloy finish. Matching premium Michelin Pilot Sport of size 225/40 ZR18 front and 255/35 ZR18 rear show plenty of tread all-round. Ventilated front and rear discs with ABS incorporating Corning Brake Control (CBC) offer safe and predictable stopping power.
HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 9th March 2004 by Main Dealer, Astle BMW in Scunthorpe, this astonishing example has covered a verified 38,443 miles from new. The previous owner purchased the car as an Approved Used BMW from BMW Dealer, Sycamore Peterborough, in October 2007 when the car was just three years old. Mrs Bownes has owned the car ever since for the last 19 years. The Approved Used BMW sales invoice in the history file confirms part exchange of her 1999 Mercedes SLK. The car has been used as a second vehicle only and kept strictly garaged throughout the previous ownership. The vehicle returned to Sycamore Peterborough in April 2026 for an inspection II service with additional fuel filter and brake fluid change. The supporting service book entry and invoice is accompanied by the vehicle heath check list boasting a full complement of green ticks showing no advisory work required. The history folder is neatly filed chronologically all with BMW service invoices, vehicle build specification, full BMW dealership attendance records, and MOT records dating back to the first in 2007. The handbooks, service book and point of sale literature are contained within the black leather BMW wallet and there are two remote keys with supplying dealer key fob plus the additional grey valet key. An original UK sales brochure completes the history file. With the E46 3-Series fast becoming highly sought after, this low mileage pampered example must not be overlooked.
MOT May 2027, HPI Clear.
