Highlights
- Low documented mileage of 57,000 miles
- Only four registered keepers from new
- Factory standard car with high specification
- Well-maintained with recent service by BMW specialist
- Recent water pump and rear disc, pads and calliper
- Used regularly and always garaged by current keeper
- MOT valid until June 2027
The Appeal
A couple of discreet features explain why deep-dive enthusiasts rate the 2.8L car over other straight six E46 variants. This model got a mechanical throttle, rather than the drive-by-wire fitted to the 325 and 330, and a weightier steering rack with better feel. And all that is before you consider the 2.8L M52 straight six’s low down torque…
Good, unmolested 328s are a tough find, which is why we like this 1999 car. It is a low-mileage, factory standard coupe with plush SE specification and 5spd manual box. Its four keepers have clearly looked after it, the interior and exterior showing light age in the photos, but nothing beyond cosmetic according to the MOT.
The service history shows regular attention over the years, commensurate with mileage. In recent years, it has been looked after by BMW specialist MJF. Their work has included a service in July 2025, a new rear brake discs, pad and calliper in 2026, and other work which is documented in photos. The current MOT runs to June 2027 with a small list of advisories, most of which have been subsequently addressed.
The joy of a good, well-specified E46 is just how usable these cars are. They work equally well at car meets as daily drivers. This one has the condition and maintenance to fulfil either role well.
The vendor says:
“Having owned and driven many BMW cars, there is little doubt that the E46 is hard to beat. The car runs very smoothly with significant power throughout the 5 gears and excellent road holding - a real pleasure to drive.”
Key Information
- Mileage: 57,200 miles indicated (supported by service history)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 7th June 2027 with advisories, some of which have been addressed
- Technical specs: 2,793cc inline-six petrol, five-speed manual
- Paperwork: original handbooks, service booklet and service history, various invoices
Service history (further details in photos):
- 07/25 - 53,050 miles - MJF
- 06/24 - 49,727 miles - MJF
- 10/23 - 47,131 miles - MJF
- 03/22 - 43,034 miles - McCarthy Cars
- 07/19 - 41,031 miles - Kwik Fit
- 08/18 - 39,675 miles - Kwik Fit
- 07/11 - 31,327 miles - Coopers Croydon BMW
- 11/08 - 26,630 miles - Coopers Croydon BMW
- 11/06 - 22,578 miles - Coopers Croydon BMW
- 01/03 - 9,414 miles - L&C Croydon
- 08/01 - 4,188 miles - L&C Croydon
The Detail
- Serviced and maintained by MJF Engineering, a specialist BMW engineer
- New water pump fitted during current ownership
- Replacement window regulators fitted
- New offside rear disc, brake pads and calliper fitted
- Set of Kumho tyres fitted at 53,000 miles
- The vendor states the car starts and runs very well
- Dark blue metallic paintwork in fair condition for age
- Vendor reports some small dents and scratches commensurate with age
- Seven-spoke factory alloys with light scuffs and kerbing to note
- Beige fabric interior with walnut veneers
- Interior shows some wear to seats and trim as shown in photos
- Vendor notes small wear patch on the driver's seat
- Original under-seat first aid kit still intact
- All instruments and switchgear reported to work well
- Supplied with 2 keys and 2 locking wheel nuts
- Retains factory stereo
- Serviced and maintained as above and in photos
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