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218 Used BMW M3 cars for sale

BMW, M3

2021 (21) 3L M3 Competition 4dr

2021 (21) 3L M3 Competition 4dr

£59,995

Finance available £1,211 pm

  • 3L
  • 29.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

BMW, M3

2023 (23) 3L M3 Competition M 4dr Auto

2023 (23) 3L M3 Competition M 4dr Auto69

Low Mileage

£63,326

  • 3L
  • 4.2K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Vertu BMW Durham

01918146639 *

4.6/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2021 3L M3 Competition 4dr

2021 3L M3 Competition 4dr44

Low Mileage

£56,762

  • 3L
  • 11.6K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

Marshall BMW Scunthorpe

01724707996 *

BMW, M3

2002 (02) 3.2L M3 2dr

2002 (02) 3.2L M3 2dr16

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

  • 3.2L
  • 126.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Coupe

Misbourne Motor Group

01494296061 *

BMW, M3

2005 (05) 3.2L M3 2dr

2005 (05) 3.2L M3 2dr65

Low Mileage

£14,990

Finance available £312 pm

  • 3.2L
  • 102.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Convertible

Auto Haus

01274087673 *

0/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2006 (06) 3.2L M3 2dr Auto

2006 (06) 3.2L M3 2dr Auto43

Reduced

£19,990

Finance available £390 pm

  • 3.2L
  • 92.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Convertible

Brooke MOT Centre Ltd

01508502072 *

4.8/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2013 (62) 4L M3 2dr

2013 (62) 4L M3 2dr18

Low Mileage

£27,000

Finance available £534 pm

  • 4L
  • 39.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Coupe

Brant Road Motor Centre

01522459167 *

5/5 Stars

BMW, M3

3L Unlisted Auto

3L Unlisted Auto38

Reduced

£98,605

  • 3L
  • 0.0

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Estate

Jardine Bury St Edmunds BMW

01284338953 *

4.8/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2022 (22) 3L M3 Competition M 4dr Auto

2022 (22) 3L M3 Competition M 4dr Auto50

£56,940

Finance available £1,149 pm

  • 3L
  • 25.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Derby Trade Cars

01332315433 *

4.2/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2015 (15) 3L M3 4dr

2015 (15) 3L M3 4dr25

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £492 pm

  • 3L
  • 73.2K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

Tore Car Sales

01463217401 *

BMW, M3

2022 (22) 3L M3 Competition M 4dr Auto

2022 (22) 3L M3 Competition M 4dr Auto50

Reduced

£58,490

Finance available £1,181 pm

  • 3L
  • 12.5K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Saloon

Formula Prestige Motors

01633742345 *

5/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2011 (11) 4L M3 2dr

2011 (11) 4L M3 2dr19

Low Mileage

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

  • 4L
  • 89.4K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Convertible

Great yarmouth car sales

01493807050 *

BMW, M3

2002 (02) 3.2L M3 2dr

2002 (02) 3.2L M3 2dr29

Low Mileage

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

  • 3.2L
  • 107.4K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Coupe

4 Star Classics

01420551490 *

5/5 Stars

BMW, M3

2005 3.2L M3 2dr Auto

2005 3.2L M3 2dr Auto44

Low Mileage

£37,990

Finance available £759 pm

  • 3.2L
  • 58.2K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Automatic
  • Coupe

Leistung Auto Limited

01480276308 *

BMW, M3

2018 3L M3 4dr

2018 3L M3 4dr41

Low Mileage

£34,250

  • 3L
  • 48.9K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

Marshall Nissan Grantham

01476851380 *

BMW, M3

2002 3.2L Unlisted 2dr

2002 3.2L Unlisted 2dr19

Reduced

£20,995

Finance available £410 pm

  • 3.2L
  • 106.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Coupe

Coxhill Cars And Commercials Ltd

02890021769 *

4.7/5 Stars

BMW, M3

1995 (M) 3L M3 2dr

1995 (M) 3L M3 2dr13

Reduced

£14,995

Finance available £312 pm

  • 3L
  • 75.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Convertible

MK Motors

01494296041 *

BMW, M3

2023 3L M3 Competition M 5dr

2023 3L M3 Competition M 5dr31

Low Mileage

£75,618

  • 3L
  • 5.3K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Estate

Marshall BMW Salisbury

01722445824 *

BMW, M3

2010 (60) 4L M3 2dr

2010 (60) 4L M3 2dr33

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £369 pm

  • 4L
  • 55.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Convertible

Jls Holdings

01530448591 *

BMW, M3

2023 3L M3 Competition M 4dr

2023 3L M3 Competition M 4dr41

Low Mileage

£74,990

Finance available £1,520 pm

  • 3L
  • 10.3K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Semi Auto
  • Saloon

AUTOPRESTIGE

01274087615 *

3.6/5 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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