BMW M3 CSL

2003 to 2004 · Coupe · Limited edition · 1,383 built

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Shifty Estimate

$154,900

Low confidence · $116K to $194K

Median · 12 mo: $181,564
Sales · 12 mo: 2
Market cap: $214.2M · 1,383 built

Collectible

Sold$154,914 · RM Sotheby's · Jan 2026

The market

Every recorded 2003 BMW M3 CSL sale, by date and price

Jan 2026 · RM Sotheby's

$154,914 · Black Sapphire Metallic

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Sold

3 salesmedian $182kupdated Jan 2026

Every E46

Sold prices, last 12 months · Oct 20, 2026

Every E46. Sold prices, last 12 months · Oct 20, 2026
	CSL2003 to 2004	Convertible2001 to 2006	Coupe2000 to 2006
Shifty Estimate	$154,900Low confidence	$22,900	$35,300
Sold median	Too few sales to call2 sales	$21,75092 sales	$33,500129 sales
12-month move	Too few sales to call	Down 5.5%	Up 18.5%
For sale	None	None	2

Other M3 generations

Specifications

Engine: Naturally Aspirated I6, 3.2L
Power: 360 hp
Torque: 273 lb-ft
0 to 60: 4.6 s
Top speed: 155 mph
Transmission: Semi-Automatic (F1 / SMG / E-Gear)
Drivetrain: RWD
Curb weight: 3,086 lb
Production: 1,383 built
Designer: Chris Bangle

Common questions

How much does a BMW M3 CSL cost?

Over the past 12 months, 2 have sold publicly at a median of $181,564. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $154,900. Cars have changed hands anywhere from $116,175 to $193,625, depending on mileage, color, and history.

What is a 2003 BMW M3 CSL worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $154,900. We rate confidence low: 2 public sales in a year is not enough to be firm, and the honest range is wide. Treat it as a starting point, not a valuation.

How many BMW M3 CSL have sold?

Shifty has 4 public sales of the BMW M3 CSL on file. The earliest was on Feb 22, 2024.

What is the most expensive BMW M3 CSL sold?

The highest public sale on file is $208,214, on Oct 18, 2025.

What has a BMW M3 CSL sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

$154,914Jan 28, 2026Black Sapphire Metallic
$208,214Oct 18, 2025Silver Grey Metallic
$94,359Feb 22, 2024Silver Grey Metallic · 47,153 mi

About the 2003 BMW M3 CSL

The E46 M3 CSL (Coupe Sport Lightweight) epitomizes BMW M's track-focused philosophy. Limited to 1,383 units, this carbon fiber-bodied masterpiece deleted rear seats, sound deadening, and luxury features while adding a carbon roof, aggressive aerodynamics, and lightweight wheels. The naturally aspirated 3.2-liter S54 inline-six produced 360 horsepower, mated to BMW's SMG sequential manual gearbox. The CSL's party trick was its ability to lap the Nürburgring faster than contemporary supercars while maintaining daily drivability. Chris Bangle's restrained design aged gracefully, and the CSL's combination of naturally aspirated power, manual control, and track-focused engineering makes it increasingly valuable. Clean examples now trade for multiples of their original price, cementing the CSL's status as a modern classic.