Highlights

Only 28,720 miles from new
In the same family from first registration
Full service history, including recent major service
High specification in desirable black over rare BMW Individual Pale Lime Green seats
MOT to March 2026 with no advisories

The Appeal

The E46 325 with its silky straight six really needs no introduction. You’ll know how well-built and engaging these cars are. So lets get straight into why this one deserves your attention.

There are plenty of E46s about, but few with the provenance and condition of this car. It has that 2.5L motor plus the flexible 5spd auto box. In the same family from new, it has amassed only 28,720 miles. That is backed by full service history and a vast array of invoices and receipts that you can see in the photos.

Naturally, the car is in great condition, wearing its 18 years very lightly. It is finished in the rare BMW Individual Pale Green Lime seats and features the M Sport package with upgraded alloys and interior. Everything is factory-standard, including the BMW Business sound system.

Last serviced 200 miles ago and with advisory-free MOT to March 2026, this very tidy E46 looks perfect for summer.

The vendor says:

“A truly one-of-a-kind, ICONIC E46 example that you will likely ever see again with such low mileage, low owner and honest condition. A must for any collector or fan of the E46 series.”

History and Paperwork

First registered 11th September 2006
Factory built August 2006
Two registered UK keepers
We are told that the car has been in the same family since new
Only for sale due to bereavement
Full service history, with BMW main dealer service up to 17,000 miles
Independently serviced since, with the last service less than 200 miles ago
HPI Clear, no accident or finance damage according to seller
New MOT valid until 27th March 2026 with no advisories
Always garaged

BMW Data Card:

Prod. Date 2006-08-08
Type 325CI A
Series E46 (3 Series)
Colour black-sapphire metallic
Upholstery Cloth "Laser"/anthracite
S338 M Sports package II
S710 M Leather steering wheel
S716 Aerodynamics package
S785 White direction indicator lights
S787 M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style 135 M with mixed tyres
S428 Warning triangle and first aid kit
S431 Interior mirror with automatic-dip
S441 Smoker package
S459 Seat adjustment, electric, with memory
S473 Armrest front
S481 Sports seat
S650 CD drive
S661 Radio BMW Business (C43)
S692 Preparation, BMW 6-CD changer I-bus
S502 Headlight cleaning system
S508 Park Distance Control (PDC)
S520 Fog lights
S522 Xenon Light
S534 Automatic air conditioning
S550 On-board computer
S205 Automatic transmission
S210 Dynamic stability control
S226 Sports suspension settings
S249 Multifunction f steering wheel
S251 Flat tyre indicator
S302 Alarm system
S380 Hardtop-preparation
S388 Softtop, black
S399 Softtop, electromech. all-autom.
S812 National version England / Ireland
S832 Battery in luggage compartment
S850 Dummy-SALAPA
S853 Language version, English
S863 Dealer List Europe
S877 Omission of non-combined operation
S880 On-board literature, English
S8SM Car ident. number visible from outside
S8SP COP control
S760 High gloss shadow line
S772 Interior strip strips, Alu Black Cube

The Condition

Original Black Sapphire metallic paintwork in very good order for age and mileage
M Sport features including upgraded alloys and interior
There are a few minor marks to note in photos
These include door edge chip, bonnet stone chips and scuffs to the base of front bumper
Bodywork in excellent condition with no reported accident damage
Factory standard car with upgraded 18in multispoke alloy wheels
Alloys in excellent condition after being professionally powder coated
Fitted with matching Bridgestone tyres showing good remaining tread
Black folding fabric roof with glass screen in good working order
Rare BMW Individual Pale Lime Green leather M Sports interior in very good condition with only light age
The seats present well with light bolster wear to note as shown
Dashboard, door cards, switchgear and trim all well kept with only minor marks
Factory standard interior including original BMW Business radio
Wooden gear knob and dark wood veneers fitted
Carpets are clean and well-kept through boot and cabin with protective over mats to interior

The Mechanics

2,494cc straight-six engine
5spd automatic gearbox
Full service history by main dealers and independent garages
Large history file as shown in photos
Mechanically sound with no reported faults
Recent major service including new plugs and filters
Factory tool kit as shown
M Sport upgraded suspension
No advisories on current MOT

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