Vehicle Description
A well-love and nicely presented 1998 BMW M3 for well under 10K?!? This is one of those deals that might seem too good to be true, but it only gets better in the details. So read on if you think this coupe will be here long enough to finish the description.
This is the ultimate M3 for many of us. The E36 generation was a design that began adding more aggression peeking out from beneath an everyday commuter body. So it is a mix of the stealthy 3-Series design but with a bodykit, and bumpers that gave it a much more muscular stance. Of course the factory-correct Estoril Blue Metallic draws in plenty of attention all on its own. Plus, this one has some nice M3-inspired modifications, such as the European-style headlights and taillights as well as the Lightweight-style rear spoiler. So this M3 does a spectacular job of NOT flying under the radar.
At this car's core it remains a BMW. That means the perfect balance of luxury and driver-focused engineering. This M3 comes loaded with features like power windows, power locks, keyless entry, and a full AM/FM/cassette premium audio system with CD changer. You'll love opening up the power sunroof any time of the year thanks to automatic climate control keeping the cabin the right temperature. All this modern luxury also means modern safety features such as dual front airbags, side airbags, and anti-lock brakes. But even with all these luxuries, you'll be reminded this is a true driver's car the moment you grab the three-spoke sports steering wheel and let your hand fall perfectly onto the stick shift. The leather seats are extremely comfortable because BMW spends a lot of time in the engineering department to make sure that you can adjust them to strike the perfect balance of keeping you planted during hard cornering, while also being comfortable enough to always take the long way home.
1998 was in the time after BMW upgraded the E36 M3 to the 3.2-liter motor, so this is the car to get of the bunch. You now felt the full force of the 240 horsepower motor as it sings a powerful tune well past 7,000 RPM. But this motor is also known for settling down and being an easy every day driver. It's all up to you how you want this M3 to behave thanks to the control of the five-speed manual transmission. BMW is one of the best companies at engineering a chassis, and so the fully independent suspension of the M3 has been a mainstay at the top of the enthusiast magazine's wish lists. Add this to four-wheel disc brakes, power steering, ZR-rated tires on those iconic 17-inch alloy wheels, and now you know why an M3 will always get respect on the road.
This is one of those vehicles that hits all the right marks. It reminds you of the Teutonic tightness in a quality-built BMW every time you shut the door with authority. And once you get out on the road, the M3 comes alive with one of the best all-around driving experiences available. So you know this is going to be a future high-dollar classic, and that's also why you have to hurry to grab it at this affordable price. Call today!!!
