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Used
1997 BMW M3
for sale
near
Columbus, OH
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All miles from 43201
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Est.
$400
/mo*
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Vehicle information
Ext. color: Gray
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5-Speed M/T
Engine: 240.0HP 3.2L Straight 6 Cylinder Engine Gasoline Fuel
VIN: WBSBG9321VEY75581
Features
Convenience:
Adaptive Cruise Control
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, CD Player, DVD Player, Premium Sound System
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof, Tow Hooks
Safety:
LED Headlights
Seating:
Leather Seats
Reviews
1997 BMW M3 Base review
A very fun sports car!
The E36 M3 is a very fun car to drive, especially with a standard transmission. The reliability is okay, as BMW was making decent cars back then compared to today. The ride is okay, but hey, it is a sports car. Overall, I would purchase one if you can get them very cheap (5,000 dollars and under!) (If it is a REAL M3, not just a 3 series).
Vehicle information
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: Y76836
VIN: WBSBG9322VEY76836
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Seating:
Leather Seats
Reviews
1997 BMW M3 Base review
Buy one now before they get expensive
I've been driving my 1995 as a daily driver since day one and currently have driven over 200,000 miles. This is one of the best cars I've ever owned. It's been reliable and easy to work on as a DIY. It's been a pleasure to drive and own. Parts are still reasonable. Because it is a M3, it will keep its value if you keep it up and take care of it. You should buy one now before they become really collectible and expensive.
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Boston Green
Int. color: Modena Natur
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5-speed Manual
Engine: 3.2L Inline -6
Stock #: P15039
VIN: WBSBG9324VEY75039
Reviews
P1 Motorwerks review
Excellent experience.
Excellent experience. I highly recommend P1 Motorwerks. Going forward P1 is my go-to partner for exotics.
1997 BMW M3 Base review
Fun to drive
Relive the excitement of driving a classic European performance vehicle. This car can bring excitement to your daily drive to work, or it can bring SCCA trophies home for your mantle. Priced Right drives great!!
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Gray
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: CHI2532
VIN: WBSBG9326VEY76760
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Seating:
Leather Seats
Reviews
Gateway Classic Cars review
Jad, The salesperson was absolutely fabulous!
Jad, The salesperson was absolutely fabulous! He really knew his stuff and shared everything with me without any pressure to purchase the vehicle. Probably the best salesman I've ever dealt with and I'm 72! Steve j. Sisson
1997 BMW M3 Base review
Ultimate daily sports coupe
Elegant styling is matched only by its combination of speed, handeling, and braking. Overall package is as near perfection as I’ve experienced in a road car.
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Cosmos Black Metallic
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: 12263
VIN: WBSCD032XVEE10521
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Seating:
Leather Seats
Reviews
AUTO 206 review
It is our first car in this country, we do not speak very
It is our first car in this country, we do not speak very fluent English but all the staff was very patient and resolved all our doubts, in the it out First car here, in the process there were things that we did not know but they helped us and were in contact with us at all times, we are very grateful and in the future if we buy another car we will definitely consult with them.
1997 BMW M3 Base review
Go buy one now
By far my favorite car I've owned. Well balanced, decent power, but just wants to drive. Long distance, short distance, highway, back road, Just does everything (except snow).
There are 20 matching cars close to your year range.
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Blue
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-25
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode
Engine: 240.0HP 3.2L Straight 6 Cylinder Engine Gasoline Fuel
VIN: WBSBK033XXEC41761
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats
Entertainment:
Premium Sound System
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Safety:
Brake Assist, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats
Used
1998 BMW M3 Base
64,700 mi.
$15,500
Jon
Private seller
Vehicle information
Ext. color: White
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
19-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: A/T
Engine: 240.0HP 3.2L Straight 6 Cylinder Engine Gasoline Fuel
VIN: WBSBK0334WEC39213
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Titanium Silver Metallic
Int. color: Light Gray
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
19-26
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: GXEC43344P
VIN: WBSBK9339XEC43344
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Green
Int. color: Beige
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 2.5L I-6 regular unleaded, engine with 189HP
Stock #: 25-056
VIN: WBSBF0320SEN91465
Features
Exterior:
Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety:
Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Avus Blue Pearl Metallic
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
19-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: WEC39701STK
VIN: WBSBK0336WEC39701
Features
Entertainment:
CD Player, Premium Sound System
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Blue
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
19-25
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual, 5-Spd
Engine: 2.5L I-6 regular unleaded, engine with 189HP
Stock #: CONSIGN
VIN: WBSBF9328SEH06689
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety:
Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Estoril Blue Metallic
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
19-24
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: C4188
VIN: WBSBG9339XEY83648
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Titanium Silver Metallic
Int. color: Dove Gray
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-26
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: 3515
VIN: WBSBK9334WEC42245
Features
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Cosmos Black Metallic
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: 4588
VIN: WBSBK0338XEC39992
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: RED
Int. color: Black
MPG:
19-27
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3L I-6 regular unleaded, engine with 240HP
Stock #: RC4650
VIN: WBSBF9329SEH03087
Used
1999 BMW M3
73,201 mi.
$29,900
Prestige Auto Sales and Service
Vehicle information
Ext. color: BLACK
Int. color: BLACK/CINNAMON
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5 SPEED MANUAL
Engine: 3.2
Stock #: 011
VIN: WBSBK9335XEC43776
Used
1998 BMW M3 Base
119,555 mi.
$18,000
jesse
Private seller
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Silver
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5-Speed M/T
Engine: 240.0HP 3.2L Straight 6 Cylinder Engine Gasoline Fuel
VIN: WBSBK9339WEC42452
Features
Convenience:
Adaptive Cruise Control, Heated Seats
Entertainment:
Premium Sound System
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels
Seating:
Leather Seats
Used
1998 BMW M3
16,635 mi.
$39,900
Prestige Auto Sales and Service
Vehicle information
Ext. color: TECHNO-VIOLET
Int. color: WHITE/GRAY
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: AUTO
Engine: 3.2
Stock #: 012
VIN: WBSBK0335WEC39639
Used
1998 BMW M3 Base
167,755 mi.
$39,950
Komal
Private seller
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Yellow
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5-Speed M/T
Engine: 240.0HP 3.2L Straight 6 Cylinder Engine Gasoline Fuel
VIN: WBSBG9326WEY78431
Features
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®, Premium Sound System, USB Port
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof, Tow Hooks
Safety:
Stability Control
Used
1999 BMW M3 Base
128,000 mi.
$22,000
Sunmeet
Private seller
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Silver
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
19-26
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5-Speed M/T
Engine: 240.0HP 3.2L Straight 6 Cylinder Engine Gasoline Fuel
VIN: WBSBG9330XEY83876
Features
Entertainment:
Bluetooth®
Exterior:
Sunroof/Moonroof
Seating:
Leather Seats
Used
1995 BMW M3 Base
106,328 mi.
$35,800
Chicago Motor Cars
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Cosmos Black Metallic
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
17-25
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Engine: 3.0L NA I6 double overhead cam (DOHC) 24V
Stock #: SEH07896 PS
VIN: WBSBF9327SEH07896
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats
Exterior:
Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety:
Lane Departure Warning
Seating:
Leather Seats
Used
1999 BMW M3 Base
122,072 mi.
$27,995
AZ Auto Gallery of Mesa
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Techno Violet Metallic
Int. color: White
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
19-24
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: Y80408
VIN: WBSBG9337XEY80408
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Seating:
Leather Seats
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Boston Green
Int. color: Black/Creme
MPG:
19-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 2.5L I-6 regular unleaded, engine with 189HP
Stock #: 1149
VIN: WBSBF0327SEN90880
Features
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety:
Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats
Used
1995 BMW M3 E46 Individual
26,990 mi.
$82,900
The Throttlestop
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Arctic Gray Metallic
Int. color: Black Motorsports Cloth
MPG:
19-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 2.5L I-6 regular unleaded, engine with 189HP
Stock #: 813634
VIN: WBSBF9320SEH02913
Features
Exterior:
Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety:
Lane Departure Warning, Stability Control
Seating:
Leather Seats
Used
1998 BMW M3 Base
149,079 mi.
$15,998
$500 price drop
Carma Automotive Group
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Cosmos Black Metallic
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual, 5-Spd
Engine: 3.2L I-6 DOHC, variable valve control, premium unleaded, engine
Stock #: 20366
VIN: WBSCD9328WEE07249
Features
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
Seating:
Leather Seats
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About the 1997 BMW M3
Base shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 240.0-hp, 3.2-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 1997 BMW M3 cost?
The 1997 BMW M3 price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 1997 M3 is $31,312, with pricing starting at $19,800.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 1997 BMW M3?
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Is the 1997 BMW M3 reliable?
The 1997 BMW M3 has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 M3 owners.
Is the 1997 BMW M3 a good sedan?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 1997 BMW M3.
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
- Comfort 4.6
- Interior 4.7
- Performance 4.9
- Value 5.0
- Exterior 4.7
- Reliability 4.7
100% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
- Comfort 4.6
- Interior 4.7
- Performance 4.9
- Value 5.0
- Exterior 4.7
- Reliability 4.7
M3 (1 style)
| Style |
|---|
| M3 2dr Cpe Manual |
| Inventory price |
| Starting at $39,380 |
| Combined MPG |
| 0 |
| Engine |
| 240.0-hp, 3.2-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
M3S (1 style)
| Style |
|---|
| M3S 4dr Sdn Manual |
| Inventory price |
| Starting at $39,380 |
| Combined MPG |
| 0 |
| Engine |
| 240.0-hp, 3.2-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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