1996 BMW M3 Review
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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What’s new
The 1996 BMW M3's inline six grows to 3.2 liters of displacement and gains 11 extra pound-feet of torque (for a total of 236); peak torque is now accessible at 3,800 rpm as opposed to 4,200. Otherwise, this superb performance coupe is unchanged for 1996.
For sale near Woodson, TX
3 listings
- $34,999
- 111,241 miles
- No accidents, 5 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl manual
- Nashville Speed Shop (727 mi away)
- Split folding rear s...
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Located in Nashville, TN
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (18 City/26 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WBSBG9328TEY72738
Stock: eY72738
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-04-2024 - $39,991
- 38,213 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
- 6cyl manual
- Platinum Motors Martinez (1,339 mi away)
- Split folding rear s...
- Entry security syste...
- Auto climate control...
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Located in Martinez, CA
1996 BMW M3 Jet Black One-Owner Classic Performance & StyleThis Jet Black 1996 BMW M3 is no ordinary used car its a one-owner gem that comes with ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (18 City/26 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WBSBG9320TEY73365
Stock: 9836
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1996 BMW M3 2dr Coupe and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.74 per gallon for regular unleaded in Texas.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Texas
$159/mo for M3 Base
M3 Base
vs
$141/mo
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Best Car of My Life
5 out of 5 starsRon Stopfer, 02/22/2009
1995 BMW M3 2dr Coupe
I bought this red M3 in Dec 94 (a 1995 model) as my 50th birthday present. This is THE best car I've ever owned! Fun to drive! Totally reliable! Great comfort! Bulletproof mechanically! Very nice trunk (unlike my 911)! Looks like it's speeding while parked. A head turner every day. While I've driven this luxury model over 115,000 miles, it is still a special treat to get inside this and … drive it, every day. If I only had one car to drive, every day, for the rest of my life, it would be this BMW car. I currently have half a dozen cars (including a 2003 Mustang SVT "tuned" Cobra), and two BMW motorcycles, but everyday I go out, I instinctively get in the M3 and let it go. Buy one!
1995 BMW M3
4.13 out of 5 starsKevin, 06/21/2010
1995 BMW M3 2dr Coupe
To start with this beautiful piece of German engineering, the E36 M3 is a gem. Of coarse coming from a person that has tested some of today's super-cars, The 1995 M3 has been my affordable choice. I purchased this car with 98k miles for an unbeatable price. The first thing I noticed was the purr of the high-performance dual-overhead camshaft S50 motor. Then as the test drive started, I … was astonished how a mere 240 hp and 225 ft/lb tq could throw me into the back of the aggressively styled Vader seats. Now the previous owner didn't take the best care of this machine, and due to the negligence, I have to replace the motor, get the interior re-upholstered, etc. but no regrets.
Truly an Ultimate Driving Machine
5 out of 5 starsgordy1096, 01/21/2012
1995 BMW M3 2dr Coupe
The E36, 5-speed manual, inline 6 is the most fun I have had behind the wheel of a car. I was amazed at how it accelerates even from a lower speed in 5th gear. It is incredibly stable at high speeds (100+ mph) and it comes to a stop on a dime. Never felt more safe and comfortable driving that fast. It shifts beautifully and is incredibly fun to drive. No major mechanical problems and I'm … at 160k. Mine in avus blue & the beautifully designed exterior looks incredible - especially after I changed the yellow blinkers on the front corner, side and rear to clear lenses. I think its the best looking car on the road when you have the rear spoiler, sunroof tilted and clean wheels. Highly recommended
1995 BMW M3 Review
5 out of 5 starsKenneth Aaron, 10/15/2004
1995 BMW M3 2dr Coupe
I purchased my M3 four years ago and
currently have 111,000. miles on the
odometer. The car has been trouble free
and a pleasure to own and drive. I have
driven many cars and this is certainly
one of the best handling cars available
at any price. Incredible stability and
balance. The 1995 is definitely the
best year to go for due to the OBD 1,
non staggered wheels, more … neutral
suspension set up, and less complexity.
I highly suggest that you buy the
nicest, cleanest example you can
find.The extra clean low mileage cars
are getting harder and harder to find,
and demand a premium price,however an
abused or neglected one may very well
cost you much more in expensive repairs.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1996 BMW M3, so we've included reviews for other years of the M3 since its last redesign.
1996 M3 Highlights
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $159/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 9.2 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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