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Buying a used BMW M3 for £25k - which model is best?

I am about to retire and feel like treating myself to a real car having driven company rubbish over the years, I have had 10+ years of motor sport experience so I am not naive and fancy a BMW M3 saloon.

My pocket will run to £25,000. Can you recommend a year and model within that budget?

Asked on 17 December 2013 by The Tempest

Answered by Honest John

£25k should get you an M3V8, but obviously beware of one that has been used for track days. You'll get a younger 335i manual for the money, and for road use that is almost as quick as well as easier to live with.

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