Highlights
- Indicates 48,277 miles
- Highly original throughout
- Only one former keeper
- Advisory-free MOT until March 2026
The Appeal
The fourth generation of the BMW 3-Series was intended to take the lineage into the millennium, and it's obvious from first glance that it was a car with futurism at its core. Smartly styled and refined at its core, it was already a well-received car - but the handling and sheer drivability made for something special.
This 2003 example is a fine convertible with the peppy four-pot that made up so many of these much-loved cars. For those seeking a usable modern classic with BMW's signature handling characteristics, it's a great opportunity.
This 2003 example is a fine convertible with the peppy four-pot that made up so many of these much-loved cars. For those seeking a usable modern classic with BMW's signature handling characteristics, it's a great opportunity.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 2003
- Only one former keeper
- Some service history available
- Advisory-free MOT until March 2026
- Indicates 48,277 miles from new
The Condition
- Appears in good overall condition
- Red paintwork is in good order
- No obvious corrosion we can discern from the photographs
- Panel fit appears sound
- Soft top looks in good condition
- Interior is original and well-kept
- Some wear to the upholstery, but nothing overly intrusive
- Carpets are lightly worn
- Dash plastics are all present and correct
- Instruments are clear and legible
The Mechanics
- 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Believed to be mechanically standard
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
- The vendor notes that the car 'drives very nicely'
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