1997 BMW M3 Coupe, 5-speed, one owner, excellent condition: Cosmos Schwarz (black metallic 303) / Mulberry (gray) Napa leather interior, 3.2L DOHC inline 6-cylinder 24-valve with variable valve timing; 5-speed manual, All Season Traction Control (ATSC) with 3.23 limited slip, 4-wheel disc with ABS, M-rear wing, Harmon Kardon sound with digital signal processing (DSP), power metal sunroof, flip out rear window glass, silver M Contour II wheels (car also shown with lightweight black OZ alloy wheels which are available for purchase), split folding rear seats, halogen headlamps and fog lamps, factory key fob alarm.
This coupe contains the rare Luxury Package (only offered ‘95-‘97) which includes a mix of factory optional and unique package-only appointments: M Contour II wheels (Style 23), unique side skirts, unique grill, real walnut wood shifter knob, park brake handle, shifter trim plate, glove box trim, rear console trim; power Napa leather luxury seats (not Vader seats), leather trim on door panels and rear valence panels, folding leather armrest (later std in all M3’s), chrome steel door pulls, multi-function onboard computer, cruise control, dual-zone heat and air conditioning.
Rust-free Florida car purchased new from Reeves BMW in Tampa, FL and garaged and under cover its whole life. Car has been kept stock except for the following improvements: front & rear Ground Control adjustable sway bars, Bilstein shocks, Eibach springs, wheel studs, M x-brace, adjustable front camber plates; Hawk brake pads, stainless steel brake lines, brass caliper pins, Turner Motorsports lightened flywheel and stage II Kevlar clutch (high performance street); Super Sprint stainless exhaust. Original parts such as sway bars, springs and other miscellany were kept for enthusiast who wishes to return vehicle to original. Car looks and drives great and is an excellent example of the one of the last generation of BMW's that delivers excellent driver feedback through mechanical and hydraulic systems.
Vehicle comes with all factory documentation: window sticker, original sales contract, owner’s manuals, all four keys (two standard, one valet, one mini wallet key). Factory sales materials, period articles round out the collection. This is a pleasure-driver with 135k miles that has been maintained to factory standards, driven regularly, and ready for new owner/collector to enjoy. Happy to answer any questions you have or do a video walk-through for serious buyers.
