2003 BMW M3 Coupe (E46)

[RickeeyC]

https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/19033460

[E34Chris]

What wheel spacers are you running on this?

[RickeeyC]

Hi E34Chris,

Thanks for your query.

There are no spacers used on the vehicle.

If you have any other queries, please let me know.

[RickeeyC]

Since the photographs were taken both inner rear lights have been removed and professionally refurbished.

[Lukeyb99]

Hey Thanks for the detailed listing. Before I finalise my maximum bid, could you please confirm or supply evidence for the following items so I can budget I need to do the work?
1.Rear Subframe / RACP:
Are reinforcement plates installed? If yes: which kit (Redish, CMP, Hack Engineering, etc.), installer, date, and mileage?
High-resolution photos of all four mounting points, diff mount area, and any plates/epoxy seam seal.
2.Rod Bearings:Invoice showing bearing shell part numbers (e.g. 11247835449 set, ACL, King) and new bolts (e.g. 11247835440 or ARP).Date and mileage of the work.
3.VANOS:Any invoice referencing hub tabs, anti-rattle disc, Beisan seals, solenoid pack refurb, or full rebuild.
4.Service Gap (2011–2019):MOT mileage progression summary or screenshots to verify low‑use pattern.Any unstamped interim oil service invoices (if available)?
5.Tyres:DOT codes (week/year) for each Conti
6.Paint / Body:Any record of panel resprays beyond routine front bumper? (If you have paint depth readings, great.)
7.Cold Start:A video of a true cold start (after overnight), ideally including first 30–40 seconds of idle (engine bay + exhaust).
8.Diagnostics:Recent scan results (OBD / INPA) showing no active fault codes if you have them.
This will let me quickly finalise my best number.
Thanks for your help—happy to proceed decisively once clarified. Cheers lukeyb99

[RickeeyC]

Hi lukeyb99,

1/ Rear Subframe: Original and good condition, this was checked whilst having the rear diffential seals replaced due to a small oil leak.
The work was carried out by a BMW specialist on 5th Aug 2025 and serviced at the same time, there were no overall issues reported.

2/ Rod Bearings: As original - No issues detected.

3/ Vanos: As original - No issues detected.

4/ Service Gap: Vehicle in storage by previous owner.

5/ Tyres: Four photos attached

6/ Paint Body: The vehicles bodywork is as purchased, six years ago, with some minor marks.

7/ Cold Start: Video attached.

8/ Diagnostics: Nothing reported during servicing. The final report on collection, a solid example of an M3 in original factory condition.
(BMW and Mini Specialist, Munich Power, Redhill, Surrey.) (5th August 2025)

Many thanks for your interest and questions, I hope this helps.





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