BMW M3 E46
Sold prices, market value and cars for sale
As of October 21, 2026, Shifty has recorded 301 public sales of the BMW M3 E46. The records run from August 2022 to October 2026. In the past 12 months, 213 sold at a median of $26,500. 2 are listed for sale now. The Shifty Estimate runs from $22,900 for the Convertible to $154,900 for the CSL.
Versions
About the BMW M3 E46
- Built
- 2000 to 2006
- Versions
- 3
- Body styles
- Coupe, Convertible
- Engine
- Naturally Aspirated I6, 3.2L
- Power
- 333 to 360 hp
- 0 to 60
- 4.6 to 5.2 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Designer
- Chris Bangle
The BMW M3 E46 was built from 2000 to 2006.
The Coupe, the most traded version: The E46 M3 represents BMW's last naturally aspirated M3, making it increasingly coveted among purists. Its 3.2-liter S54 inline-six delivers 333 horsepower through a screaming 8,000 RPM redline—a symphony that modern turbocharged engines simply can't replicate. Built from 2000-2006, the E46 M3 marked the final evolution of BMW's traditional M formula before the brand shifted to forced induction. The coupe's perfect 50/50 weight distribution and sublime chassis balance made it a track day favorite, while its daily usability kept it accessible. With only the coupe and convertible variants produced (no sedan), clean examples are becoming scarce. Values have steadily climbed as collectors recognize this as the end of an era. The SMG transmission cars offer quicker shifts but manuals command premium prices for their engagement factor. Look for maintenance records—the S54's rod bearings require attention, but properly maintained examples reward with motorsport-bred reliability.
The market
Recent sales
For sale now
Common questions
How much does a BMW M3 E46 cost?
In the past 12 months, 213 sold at a median of $26,500. Half of the 20 most recent sales landed between $23,000 and $45,000. The Shifty Estimate runs from $22,900 to $154,900, depending on version.
What is a BMW M3 E46 worth today?
The Shifty Estimate depends on the version. Each describes a well-kept example. CSL: $154,900. Coupe: $35,300. Convertible: $22,900.
What is the cheapest M3 E46 to buy?
The Convertible has the lowest Shifty Estimate, at $22,900. In the past 12 months, 90 sold at a median of $21,750.
Which M3 E46 is worth the most?
The CSL has the highest Shifty Estimate, at $154,900.
What is the most expensive BMW M3 E46 ever sold?
The highest sale on file is $208,214, for a 2003 BMW M3 CSL at RM Sotheby's. It sold on Oct 18, 2025.
How many BMW M3 E46 examples have sold?
Shifty has recorded 301 public sales since August 2022. 213 came in the past 12 months. The most recent sold for $27,250 on Oct 20, 2026.
How many BMW M3 E46 examples are for sale right now?
2 are listed for sale today. The newest asks $100,975 for a 2002 BMW M3 Coupe with 1,449 miles.
Which M3 E46 sells most often?
The Coupe trades most often, with 199 recorded sales. 122 came in the past 12 months. More sales make its value the firmest to read.
Where do BMW M3 E46 examples sell?
Of the last 20 sales with a known venue, 15 were at Bring a Trailer. The rest: Cars & Bids (3), Car & Classic (1) and PistonHeads (1).
How many miles do BMW M3 E46 examples have when they sell?
Across the last 20 sales with a recorded odometer, the median was 90,600 miles. The lowest showed 13,000 miles and the highest 173,000 miles.
Where do Shifty's BMW M3 E46 prices come from?
Every figure here comes from recorded public sales and live listings of the BMW M3 E46. Each sale is filed by version and year. Shifty leaves out cars without a clean title, mismatched cars and implausible prices. The Shifty Estimate weights the most recent sales most heavily. These figures were read on October 21, 2026.