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209 Used BMW M3 cars for sale

BMW, M3

2024 3L M3 Competition M 5dr

2024 3L M3 Competition M 5dr55

£82,990

  • 3L
  • 3.2K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Estate

Marshall BMW Bournemouth

01202068625 *

BMW, M3

2013 (62) 4L M3 2dr

2013 (62) 4L M3 2dr53

Reduced

£25,000

Finance available £2,093 pm

  • 4L
  • 39.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Coupe

Brant Road Motor Centre

01522459167 *

5/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2023 3L M3 Competition M 5dr Auto

2023 3L M3 Competition M 5dr Auto25

Low Mileage

£69,950

  • 3L
  • 8.1K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Estate

H.R.Owen Specialist Cars Cheltenham

01174288750 *

BMW, M3

2022 3L M3 Competition M 4dr

2022 3L M3 Competition M 4dr21

Low Mileage

£65,000

Finance available £5,583 pm

  • 3L
  • 12.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

Trade Car Sales

01217288898 *

BMW, M3

2011 (61) 4L M3 2dr Auto

2011 (61) 4L M3 2dr Auto25

Reduced

£14,995

Finance available £1,244 pm

  • 4L
  • 95.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Convertible

MH Car Sales Oxford Ltd

01993463440 *

BMW, M3

1998 (R) 3.2L M3 Evolution 2dr

1998 (R) 3.2L M3 Evolution 2dr54

£39,990

Finance available £3,401 pm

  • 3.2L
  • 28.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Convertible

BMC Car Group

01508502072 *

4.8/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2012 (12) 4L M3 2dr Auto

2012 (12) 4L M3 2dr Auto55

Low Mileage

£37,490

Finance available £3,183 pm

  • 4L
  • 28.4K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Coupe

Bright Car Sales Ltd

01276538679 *

BMW, M3

1995 (10) 3L M3 4dr

1995 (10) 3L M3 4dr28

Low Mileage

£14,000

Finance available £1,156 pm

  • 3L
  • 135.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Saloon

Praters Of Hollingdon LLP

01525308854 *

BMW, M3

2021 3L M3 Competition 4dr Auto

2021 3L M3 Competition 4dr Auto60

Low Mileage

£53,995

Finance available £4,623 pm

  • 3L
  • 18.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Donnelly Automotive

02890023546 *

BMW, M3

2021 3L M3 Competition 4dr

2021 3L M3 Competition 4dr26

Low Mileage

£56,495

Finance available £4,841 pm

  • 3L
  • 16.1K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

Top Gear NI

02879440940 *

BMW, M3

2017 (67) 3L M3 4dr Auto

2017 (67) 3L M3 4dr Auto1

£29,495

Finance available £2,486 pm

  • 3L
  • 63.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2007 4L M3 2dr

2007 4L M3 2dr75

Low Mileage

£28,000

Finance available £2,355 pm

  • 4L
  • 36.7K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Coupe

Fairmont Sports And Classics Ltd

01277286716 *

4.4/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2012 (12) 4L M3 2dr

2012 (12) 4L M3 2dr50

Low Mileage

£29,995

  • 4L
  • 54.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Coupe

REVENTO MOTORS LTD

01752982781 *

BMW, M3

2024 3L M3 Competition M 5dr

2024 3L M3 Competition M 5dr33

£73,991

  • 3L
  • 4.9K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Estate

Marshall BMW Grimsby

01472806814 *

BMW, M3

2024 (73) 3L M3 Competition M 5dr Auto

2024 (73) 3L M3 Competition M 5dr Auto50

£74,995

  • 3L
  • 8.2K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Estate

Enkae Prestige Motors

01484240747 *

4.8/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2011 (61) 4L M3 2dr Auto

2011 (61) 4L M3 2dr Auto41

Low Mileage

£28,950

Finance available £2,438 pm

  • 4L
  • 55.8K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Coupe

TDC Collection LTD

02038928005 *

BMW, M3

2016 (66) 3L M3 4dr Auto

2016 (66) 3L M3 4dr Auto26

£24,994

Finance available £2,093 pm

  • 3L
  • 82.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

AutoTrade Southwest

01453701529 *

BMW, M3

2006 3.2L M3 2dr Auto

2006 3.2L M3 2dr Auto51

Low Mileage

£12,990

Finance available £1,066 pm

  • 3.2L
  • 90.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Convertible

Dynamic Autos Ltd

01709913713 *

4.7/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2023 3L M3 Competition M 5dr

2023 3L M3 Competition M 5dr19

Low Mileage

£79,500

Finance available £6,848 pm

  • 3L
  • 9.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Estate

Trade Car Sales

01217288898 *

BMW, M3

2018 3L M3 4dr Auto

2018 3L M3 4dr Auto5

Low Mileage

£33,991

Finance available £2,878 pm

  • 3L
  • 44.2K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Better Performance

02921677013 *

4.9/5 Stars

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Why buy a used BMW M3?

If you're in the market for a saloon car that's extremely fast, premium and stylish, then a used BMW M3 is a great choice. With high-end performance, this four-door saloon offers incredible acceleration and speed. Based on the regular 3 Series, the M3 is inherently practical, even for a family, with a decent amount of space for passengers and a large boot to match.

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Pros

  • Manual gearbox available
  • Aggressive looks and standing
  • Top-end performance

Cons

  • Noise isn’t that great
  • Poor economy
  • Interior design rather dull in old models

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BMW M3 generations

The history of the M3 goes all the way back to 1986, with its original years spent as a coupé. Then, in 1994 (during the second generation), the four-door saloon was introduced. By 2013, BMW decided to split the M3 coupés and convertibles from the saloon lineup, creating the M4. Since then, the M3 has only been available as a high-performance saloon, now in its sixth generation. BMW continues releasing updates to the powertrain and new styling features that keep this model popular.

First Generation (2022 to Present)

First Generation (2022 to Present)
Fuel type:
Petrol
Engine Size:
3
MPG:
27 - 28
Acceleration:
3.6 seconds
Boot space:
500 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
stars
  • Greenest

    M3 xDrive Competition M 5dr Step Auto

  • Cheapest

    M3 xDrive Competition M 5dr Step Auto

  • Fastest

    M3 xDrive Competition M 5dr Step Auto

Seventh Generation (2020 to 2022)

Seventh Generation (2020 to 2022)
Fuel type:
Petrol
Engine Size:
3
MPG:
27 - 28
Acceleration:
3.4 - 3.9 seconds
Boot space:
480 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
stars
  • Greenest

    M3 Competition 4dr Step Auto

  • Cheapest

    M3 Competition 4dr Step Auto

  • Fastest

    M3 CS 4dr Step Auto

Sixth Generation (2015 to 2018)

The main changes to the sixth generation were drivetrain updates. For the first time, the M3 was available with all-wheel drive, offering more capability. However, the manual gearbox was only paired with rear-wheel drive.

Tech enhancements were also released, including a head-up display, parking assistance, a professional driver-assist package and a heated steering wheel. Because the M3 is compatible with all M Performance Parts, some models may also have additional components, such as body kits and wings.

Sixth Generation (2015 to 2018)
Fuel type:
Petrol
Engine Size:
3
MPG:
31 - 34
Acceleration:
3.9 - 4.3 seconds
Boot space:
480 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
stars
  • Greenest

    M3 4dr DCT

  • Cheapest

    M3 4dr

  • Fastest

    M3 CS 4dr DCT

Fifth Generation (2014 to 2015)

BMW was able to reduce some of the M3's weight, which added to the performance. To do this, aluminium was used for the body panels and carbon fibre was added to the driveshaft and roof. Also, BMW improved the brake design by replacing its calipers with double-pistons and by offering an optional four-piston ceramic design. This was the first generation that was solely offered as a saloon model, with the M3 coupé and convertible now in their own lineup.

In 2016, BMW released a small design update with full LEDs added to the taillights and some new colours offered. Another update occurred in 2018 when BMW changed the lower front bumper on the M3.

Fifth Generation (2014 to 2015)
Fuel type:
Petrol
Engine Size:
3
MPG:
32 - 34
Acceleration:
4.1 - 4.3 seconds
Boot space:
480 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
stars
  • Greenest

    M3 4dr DCT

  • Cheapest

    M3 4dr

  • Fastest

    M3 4dr DCT

Fourth Generation (2007 to 2013)

Of all the M3 models, this generation was the heaviest, but it was also filled with many luxury touches. During these years, the M3 was available in all three bodystyles: a saloon, a coupé and a convertible. The convertible model featured a power-retractable hard top for instant open-air access.

During this generation, BMW released the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, improving the acceleration time because the paddle shifters shortened the pauses between shifts. Updates also occurred in 2011 when minor changes were made to the interior.

Fourth Generation (2007 to 2013)
Fuel type:
Petrol
Engine Size:
4
MPG:
21 - 25
Acceleration:
4.6 - 5.3 seconds
Boot space:
210 - 450 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
stars
  • Greenest

    M3 2dr DCT

  • Cheapest

    M3 4dr

  • Fastest

    M3 2dr DCT

Used BMW M3 FAQ's

Which is the most popular engine in the BMW M3?

The M3 has only been available with petrol engines, but they offer plenty of power and excitement. The 502bhp Competition M engine has been popular with drivers. It has the same power as the base Competition variant but with greater acceleration and fuel economy.

Which are the most popular model variants?

The standard M3 is the most popular variant, due to standard features such as three-zone climate control, parking sensors with rear parking camera, and sports seats. However, there are other variants. When browsing, you'll also see many used examples of the M3 Competition, which is the standard variant of newer models.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for the Competition Pack with its adaptive M suspension, 20-inch star alloy wheels, active M differential and M sport exhaust. It can also come with the BMW Advanced loudspeaker system and lightweight sports seats.

Is the BMW M3 a good family car?

Yes, the BMW M3 has enough room to hold four adults comfortably. There are also ISOFIX points for child seats included and a decent-sized boot for holding groceries or luggage. The only negative would be running costs in terms of lower fuel economy, and increased cost of maintenance items such as tyres, brakes and routine servicing.

Is there a hybrid version of the BMW M3?

No, BMW hasn't built an M3 with a hybrid engine yet.

Is the BMW M3 available as a manual in the UK?

Older generations of the M3 can be found on the used market with manual transmissions. However, since the latest generation was launched, only automatic gearbox examples came to the UK.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Up until recently, the BMW M3 was only offered with rear-wheel drive. It wasn't until the 2020 lineup arrived that a four-wheel drive option was released. Since then, both have been available, so they can both be found among used M3s.

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