Highlights

Rare ‘Farn Green’ paintwork with beige leather and walnut interior
Low mileage of under 64,000 miles
Current keeper since 2018
Recent service, suspension work, alternator, brakes, and AC condenser
Stored in a dry and secure lock-up for the past two years
Four new tyres and new battery fitted
Car will be sold with a new MOT

The Appeal

There’s an argument, and we’re not the only ones making it, that the E46 is ‘peak BMW.’ It may also be ‘peak car’ because its blend of Millennium-straddling technology and analogue engagement is near perfect.

Of the many engine options, it’s the 24V M54 3L straight six that enthusiasts gravitate to. It’s the real world 230bhp alternative to the M cars. This example leans into the grand touring luxury theme with its well-appointed walnut and beige leather cabin and 5spd ‘Tiptronic’ automatic gearbox. The mileage is surprisingly low, at sub-64,000 miles. That ensures the interior is well kept, as is the rare Farn Green metallic paintwork. There are a few cosmetic points to note in the photos - they could be lived with or remedied as you wish.

The vendor acquired the car in 2018 and tells us it was serviced annually until two years ago, when the car was placed into storage. Recent work includes attention to the suspension, new alternator, brake work, and new AC condenser. The tyres are new as is the battery. We’re told that the car will be sold with a fresh MOT.

The vendor says:

“The vehicle is absolutely fantastic to drive best vehicle I’ve ever had very reluctant to get rid of it and I think what I loved the most is the handling the nice smooth ride. All around a very lovely example of. this year, and one last thing, I love the colour or should I say it’s called Oxford Green, they only did this colour for two years.”

History and Paperwork

First registered 24th March 2001 in the United Kingdom
Five registered keepers from new
Purchased by the current keeper in March 2018
Used as a secondary vehicle for short weekend trips only
Serviced annually from purchase until approximately 2024
Oil change carried out recently, we are told
Stored in a dry and secure lock-up for the past two years
Last MOT ran to February 2024 with no advisories on test
63,043 miles on last MOT and 63,680 miles in photos
Car will be sold with a fresh 12-month MOT
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The Condition

BMW VIN states the car is finished in rare Farn Green metallic
Paintwork shows some scratches to the side panels, bonnet and roof
Some scuffs to a wheel arch and stone chips to note
Body described by the vendor as very clean
Some marks and shallow dents to note to panels
Underside described by the vendor as very clean
Seven spoke factory alloys in fair condition with some scuffs and kerbing
Recently fitted with four new tyres
Vendor describes interior as very clean and rear seats have hardly been used
Factory fitted steel sliding sunroof and electric driver’s seat with memory function
Beige leather interior with walnut veneer trim to doors, dashboard and wheel
Leather seats show some bolster wear to driver’s side
Black footwell mats fitted
Grey carpet in boot area generally clean with light marks
Tool kit and what appears to be a space wheel (unverified)
Parrot hands-free system connecting a phone to the vehicle speakers
Brake light warning showing on the instrument cluster
Reversing sensors are inoperable; replacement parts are included with the sale

The Mechanics

M54 230bhp 2,979cc 24V inline-six engine
Five-speed automatic transmission
Described as serviced annually by the seller to 2024 when put in storage
New alternator fitted
New AC condenser fitted
New brake pads and discs fitted
New suspension fitted, mostly around the front end
The vendor reports that the car starts well and runs smoothly

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