Released to mark the end of E36 production, the M3 Evolution Imola Individual is among the most exclusive variants of BMW's celebrated third-generation M3. Just 50 examples were built, all destined for the UK market and finished in striking Imola Red paintwork from the BMW Individual catalogue. With its naturally aspirated 3.2-litre S50 straight-six, six-speed manual gearbox, and bi-colour Anthracite and Imola Red leather interior, the specification is comprehensive and purposeful.
This example, number 34 of the 50-car run, has covered an indicated 96,646 miles and benefits from a recent professional respray in its original Imola Red. The vendor describes the car as being in very good overall condition for its mileage, and it is reported to run and drive as it should. It comes accompanied by a service history folder and an MOT valid until September 2026. For collectors and enthusiasts of the E36 M3, this is a notable opportunity to acquire one of the rarest UK-market variants.
Air filter and oil filter replaced in May 2022 and May 2018 by Northeast 4 by 4 Ltd
MOT valid until September 2026, with the most recent test conducted on 17th September 2025 at 96,603 miles; first-time pass with advisories for minor oil leaks from the engine, gearbox, and differential. Owner will put new MOT on the car for new owner.
V5C registration document, MOT certificate, and warning triangle accompany the saleimage.png811.22 KB
The Condition
The vendor describes the car as being in very good overall condition for its mileage
The vendor states the interior is in very good condition
Recently professionally resprayed in Imola Red
Bi-colour Anthracite and Imola Red leather Vader sport seats
17-inch twin five-spoke ‘Style 24’ alloy wheels fitted with a combination of Continental and Michelin tyres
GT Class II rear spoiler, front bumper corner extensions, clear indicators, sports steering wheel, and side airbags
Harman/Kardon sound system
Electric pop-out rear windows
Electrically adjustable front seats, dual-zone climate control, and trip computer
The 1999 BMW M3 Evolution Individual in Imola Red is presented by the vendor as being in very good overall condition for its mileage, with a well-maintained interior featuring distinctive bi-colour Anthracite and Imola Red leather Vader sport seats. The car has reportedly undergone a professional respray in Imola Red and rides on 17-inch twin five-spoke ‘Style 24’ alloy wheels fitted with Continental and Michelin tyres. It is equipped with desirable GT Class II styling enhancements, including a rear spoiler, front bumper corner extensions, clear indicators, a sports steering wheel, and side airbags. Comfort and convenience features include a Harman/Kardon sound system, electric pop-out rear windows, electrically adjustable front seats, dual-zone climate control, and a trip computer.
MOT advisories noted for oil leaks from the engine, gearbox, and differential
Power comes from BMW’s renowned 3.2-litre naturally aspirated S50 inline-six engine, producing 316bhp and paired with a six-speed manual transmission. The vendor reports that the car runs and drives as it should, although the current MOT includes advisory notes for oil leaks from the engine, gearbox, and differential, which prospective buyers should take into consideration.image.png1.62 MB
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