For $7,000 more, you can buy a brand-new M3.
The M3 CSL is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after BMWs, and only 1,358 of them were ever produced. It is one of only 535 cars to have right-hand drive specification. This desirable Coupe Sport Lightweight appears to be in excellent visual condition. It has covered 87,452 mi (140,741 km) over the past 14 years. That means that the previous owners did not view it as a garage-king and drove it.
After a $19,000 (PS15,000), investment by the current owner in wishbones and rear springs as well as ball joints and a new clutch, the oily bits received a thorough revew. The wheels were also given a thorough cleaning, as well as the brakes and tires. Also, the floor of the boot was examined. Prospect buyers will be pleased to learn that the M3 CSL comes equipped with a complete BMW service record, so they don’t have to risk anything when purchasing this well-documented E46 range topping.
The BMW M3 CSL was finished in Silver Grey Metallic (the other available color was Black Sapphire Metallic). It is 240 pounds lighter (110 kilograms) than the regular M3. This is why the “L” in the name. This diet included removing sound insulation, navigation, and electrical seats and installing a carbon-fiber reinforced roof panel and thinner rear windows.
The 3.2-liter straight-six engine produces 355 horsepower (265 Kilowatts) as well as 273 pound-feet (371 Newton-meters). The sequential manual gearbox that transmits all of the M power to the rear wheels is the only way it works, and was frequently criticized by critics back then.
Although the asking price for a CSL is less than others, it still has a lot of mileage. For $7,000 less one could purchase a new M3.