Price: $36,400
Mileage: 80,700 Miles
Engine: S65 V8 Engine
Transmission: M Double-Clutch Transmission w/ Drivelogic
Exterior color: Space Grey Metallic Exterior
Interior: Fox Red Extended Interior
Additional features:
Black Carbon Leather Interior Trim
ZCP Competition Package (7ZM)
M Dynamic Mode DSC w/ M Differential Lock
M Drive Mode
Convenience Package (ZCV)
Cold Weather Package
High Gloss Shadowline Trim
Adaptive Xenon Headlights
Lights Package
Moonroof
Power Memory Seats w/ Adjustable Side Bolsters
Lumbar Support
iDrive (Double Hump)
BMW Individual Anthracite Headliner
BMW Individual High-End Audio System
Navigation System Professional
AUX/USB Interface
Retractable Arm Rest
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Folding Exterior Mirrors
Rain Sensor
Automatic Climate Control
Rear Seat Headrests
Fold-Down Rear Seats
Tire Pressure Monitor
19” Forged Style 359 ZCP Wheels
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4 Tires
Recent Maintenance
The E90 generation M3 marks the end of an era for the BMW M3. It was the last M3 that followed the high revving, high compression, naturally aspirated, individual throttle body recipe that started with the iconic original E30 M3. If you are an M car fanatic of the old school, this is a big deal in the turbo-charged world of the present. The E90 M3 is a fire-breathing monster that shrieks to a redline well north of 8,000 rpm while inhaling through no less than eight snarling throttle bodies and wailing through an exhaust unimpeded by turbochargers. It is the M3 with the volume turned up to eleven. And, because it’s an M3, it still offers wonderful daily drivability, luxury, and practicality. Car and Driver, Motor Trend, and Edmunds all called the E90 M3 the finest, single best, and most complete car on the market. Even the sanctimonious Jeremy Clarkson said it was the best car, and there is no point in thinking otherwise.
Sedan lovers rejoice; this 2011 M3 Competition is the quintessential performance daily driver! Check out these specs: Space Gray Metallic over Fox Red extended leather with black carbon leather trim, M DCT dual-clutch transmission, Competition package, Convenience package including comfort access, Cold Weather package, adjustable side bolsters, adaptive xenon headlights, lights package, and the list goes on and on. The E9X M3 generation’s M DCT is the first automated manual gearbox where you can have your cake and eat it too. It’s perfectly civilized for the daily grind of stop-and-go traffic, but rips when you get on it. Configure it with the M Drive button, and a simple press of the steering wheel button reverts it to full manual mode, awakening the beast to take full advantage of the Competition package. Rip your on-ramp, settle into traffic, and another press of the M Drive button puts the beast to rest until the next opportunity for hooliganism.
This M3 has an original build date of July 11, 2011, making it post 2011.5 Competition package car, which was first offered for the 2011 model year. It was originally delivered by Columbia BMW of Columbia, South Carolina, and split time between there and New York before coming to Colorado in 2019 with 73,000 miles. It’s been here ever since, under the ownership of a Glen Shelly regular. Under his tenure we have completed regular and preventative maintenance, including the rod bearings, throttle body actuators, DCT transmission service, rear brake rotors and pads, and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires. Overall, the condition is excellent, with only subtle imperfections. The Carfax shows damage in 2013 at around 20K miles. All of the paint gauges at 3-5 mils except the driver-side rear door and both passenger side doors, which gauge at 6-7 mils. The rear bumper cover has likely been repainted as well. There is no sign of accident or significant damage. As it sits, this is an excellent example of a rare and desirable spec E90 M3 Competition sedan with proper maintenance and ownership history.
The Space Gray Metallic paint presents very well and is a defining feature of the M3. Close scrutiny does reveal minor flaws, scratches, and rock chips, the worst being the front bumper, hood, and other leading edges. The paint gauges at 3 to 5 mils except for the driver side rear door and both passenger doors, which gauge at 6-7 mils. The rear bumper cover has likely been repainted. There is no rust. The VIN and warning stickers are present. All trim is in place and presentable, but there are typical age-related flaws. The windshield is crack-free, and the side and rear windows are tinted and in good shape. The headlights are presentable, and all other light lenses are crack-free. The rear tail light lenses have light scratches. The wheels show some light scratches and chips. We mounted the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires in 2023 when the car had 77K miles. They have 10/32s tread remaining.
The Fox Red extended leather interior is the other defining element of the M3. There are no odors, and it has not been smoked. The carpet is in good shape and protected by the factory floor mats. The headliner and dashboard are in excellent condition. The steering wheel leather is soft with no glaring flaws. The instrument cluster, steering column stalks, switches, climate control, stereo, onboard computer, and center console are all functioning properly and in great shape. There are no failed pixels in the cluster or iDrive display screen. Both cup holders work. The extended leather of the center console is very nice. The seats have only minor wear, the worst being on the driver’s seat bolster. The rear seats are nearly perfect. The trunk carpet is in good shape.
All maintenance is up to date and there are no common E9X/S65 issues. Over the current owner’s tenure, we have replaced the rod bearings, throttle body actuators, engine mounts, oil pan gasket, a DCT transmission service, rear brakes, and mounted fresh rubber. The S65 engine fires on command, idles smoothly, and pulls strongly to redline. It does not leak, drip, or spot. The VANOS units are quiet and the throttle body actuators function correctly. The DCT transmission shifts correctly in all modes with no slip. The EDC suspension also functions correctly in all modes, with no issues. The brakes have lots of pad life and rotor run-out remaining. There is no driveline or wheel bearing vibration or whine. We ensure it passes and pay for emissions in the State of Colorado.
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