2003
BMW M3

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  • M3 2dr Cpe
    Starts at
    $46,500
    16 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas 6-Cyl
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • M3 2dr Convertible
    Starts at
    $54,500
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas 6-Cyl
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
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4 years / 50,000 miles
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6 years
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4 years / 50,000 miles

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100% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 28 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.9
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.5

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  • By MakeMericaGreat from Radnor, Pennsylvania
    Owns this car
    April 10, 2018

    Always Been my Dream Car

    I fell in love with the E46 M3 back in the days of high school. The styling, the handling, the aggressive fenders -- it was something to drool over at the time and age. I could not be any more proud of happy to own this car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By J. Spliff from Troutville
    Owns this car
    January 10, 2018

    This truly is " The Ultimate Driving Machine"

    In the last twenty years my Wife and I have owned about 15 BMW'S , but the M3 is a street legal Race car , and i love it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Randallator from Durham, NC
    Used to own this car
    November 7, 2017

    Screams German Engineering

    This mid 90's M3 is a true German instant classic! This 2003 coupe dressed out in German racing silver, interior wrapped in black leather. Generous sunroof. But what is fun is under the hood, one of the finest 3 liter screaming in line six's ever built without a turbo mated to a silky 6 speed manual transmission. Wonderful handling, thrilling to drive, 13 years of pure fun! I miss it already.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Ian from La Jolla, CA
    Owns this car
    October 6, 2017

    The last true sports car.

    Beautiful animal on the road. High maintainence. Dont buy it for speed alone, plenty of turbo cars can beat it - but none can match the elegance and smoothness with which the m3 presents the speed.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By SteelgrayM3 from Mid-Atlantic Eastern shore
    Owns this car
    September 1, 2017

    ///M Life

    I've owned my 2003 E46 M3 for just over 3 years and I've been satisfied ever since taking delivery. I have an SMG transmission model which historically takes a lot of heat due to failure or other mechanical related problems. I conducted extensive research prior to purchasing mine and had a dealership inspection performed. I've had a few preventive maintenance items addressed to assure full driving enjoyment. I highly recommend although do your research on condition mileage ( some highway miles is not bad), engine condition and mechanical wear, belts, interior wear and overall condition and electric functionality of all systems.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By CB STONE from California
    Used to own this car
    August 24, 2017

    When you're kid, this is the car you dream of.

    When I was a kid, I used to dream of owning the legendary M series. The thought of BMW?s acclaimed line of super coupes left me yearning to feel the thrill and pride of being behind the wheel of one of those benchmark M?s and the M to have, was the M3. 333 horse power at 7900 rpm, the mechanical brassy exhaust note of the inline 3.2 liter 6 cylinder engine. The way the car hugged the road, shooting out of corners in its collected stance, tires digging into the gravel for traction. Years of experimenting and making countless adjustment after innumerable laps of the infamous Nurburgring. To create a near perfect balance between driver and car, one which encourages confidence and lets you misbehave, but is always there to catch you. To the point, I love my M, even as I write this I feel that bit of grief every car owner experiences when letting go of something truly special. This M needs a bit of TLC, I know the feared three letters of any car buyer. The reason I?m placing her on the market is because at this time, it?s out of my budget to properly care for her. I know though whoever she goes to will find the same joy I did each time I drove her. Taking in each initial rev as the engine comes to life, feeling the cold leather of the steering wheel underneath each finger wrapped around the stock, one laced by thread boasting each M color. Looking back each time you stepped out, because you knew you were an M owner. You knew the engineering, the design, the racing pedigree and passion that went into creating this M that sits against the gravel. Waiting to be driven.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By RaubeLC from Pontiac
    Used to own this car
    August 18, 2017

    Most fun you'll have in a csr for the price!

    I want to start off by saying that this car is a race car and should be treated as one and not be a daily commuter. Learn your lesson from me, REPAIRS ARE EXPENSIVE, so if i bought another one i would have a daily comuter to pay for repairs on. But now to the car, this car is set up to be the funnest thing you've ever driven from 2003 or any e46 body style for that matter. It is the best of both worlds, it has the low end quicknes of 4 cylinder turbos and the highend horsepower of a massive v8. The inline 6 is such a great engine and is used perfectly in this car bone stock (don't even get me started on adding a turbo kit) the weight ratio is a perfect 50/50 front and rear so if you're in a place where it snows or just a small time drifter this car really is the best. I owned the smg trans which is the only acutal electronic clutch paired with a manuel gear box so it acts more like a manuel then all the new automatic gear boxes that basically do everything for you and suck. I loved this car and i will probably end up with one again but it will only go out on the weekends and not i wont have to pay 1300 for a fuel pump. :)
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By William
    Owns this car
    June 28, 2017

    Ultimate Driving Machine

    BMW engineers built a superior road car. There are no flaws in this model. The e46 is the M3 to have.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By William
    Owns this car
    June 4, 2017

    BMW M3 is the "Ultimate Driving Car"

    I love my car, but I live in NYC and have put 1000 miles on in the past 2 years. If I lived elsewhere I'd keep it forever! More fun than you should be allowed to have.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Herbogeno from Great Lakes
    Owns this car
    May 15, 2017

    Very fun car to drive!

    This is definitely a car that will.make people look. The exterior is finely designed with all its curves and the interior is comfortable yet stylish. Possibly the best car I have ever driven; lots of power behind the wheel. I can definitely see why the m3 stands out the way it does.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By wags
    Owns this car
    July 10, 2013

    Another excellent M3

    M3's are very special cars. They are clearly benchmark high performance cars yet they can be everyday drivers or race cars. The performance, roadability and comfort are a perfect mix. Driving anything else is a disappointment. The car I purchased was in superior condition and accurately represented by the owner. I flew to Chicago for the purchase and drove it 800 miles to my home. It was flawless.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By superglyde2009 from Roanoke, VA
    Owns this car
    April 10, 2013

    Dream Realized

    This is the car that I read about in reviews in all of the car mags. Looks great, is comfortable, plenty of room and goes like stink. Topaz Blue exterior with gray leather interior - six speed manual trans. Fourth BMW in the family at one time or another so I have experience. 90% of the electronics and electricals work which is pretty good for a ten year old BMW. I am not just happy, but two or three levels above that! I would and have recommended these cars to people looking for cars with style, performance and comfort.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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What trim levels are available for the 2003 BMW M3?

The 2003 BMW M3 is available in 1 trim level:

  • M3 (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2003 BMW M3?

The 2003 BMW M3 offers up to 16 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2003 BMW M3 reliable?

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4.8 / 5
Based on 28 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.5

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