2005 BMW M3 Review

Price Estimate: $5,044 - $7,602

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Edmunds' Expert Review

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Pros

Remarkable engine, racecarlike handling, sumptuous interior, available Sequential Manual Gearbox.

Cons

Uninspired exhaust whine, having to pay extra for basics like power seats and an alarm system.

What’s new

Aluminum trim is now standard on all 2005 BMW M3 models, with Titan Shadow trim available at no extra charge.

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Phenomenal BMW handling combined with an equally awe-inspiring engine make this high-performance Motorsport creation one of our all-time favorites.

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2005 BMW M3
Base Convertible
$34,995
fair price
$957 above market
- 36,549 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl manual
- Independent Auto Sales (245 mi away)
- Bluetooth
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Troy, OH
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:
17 Combined MPG (14 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WBSBR93455PK08531
Stock: 10713
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-28-2025
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2005 BMW M3
Base Convertible
$13,836
great price
$8,388 below market
- 85,119 miles
- 1 accident, 7 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 6cyl manual
- Bob Caldwell Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (301 mi away)
- Bluetooth
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Columbus, OH
Only 85,116 Miles! Delivers 23 Highway MPG and 16 City MPG! This BMW 3 Series boasts a Gas 6-Cyl 3.2L/195 engine powering it's polished transmission....
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
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:
17 Combined MPG (14 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WBSBR93435PK08284
Stock: 45429P
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-13-2023

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BMW M3 Owner Reviews

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R T Cooper, 03/16/2006

2005 BMW M3 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Due to a lengthy involvement in "gentleman's " racing of sports cars, I am often enlisted by friends and acquaintances to find or evaluate the proper car for them, or for a family member. BMW has remained on the primary list of possibilities for some forty, consecutive years. My personal favorite (amongst worthy competition) for an enthusiast's road car is the BMW M3. Since its …

Germans got this one right!

M3 Lover 4 Life, 12/29/2009

2005 BMW M3 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

This is my third BMW and 2nd M3. I got it with the lumbar back support (life saver for tall guys like me) With factory bluetooth option. This car will never be sold. If you want a little more kick try installing a K&N cold air induction it will kick up another 20 ft lbs of torque. I also upgraded to the Iridium plugs, great addition. I looked at the 2009 convertible and with the top …

Perfect Coupe

Nocaster, 05/30/2009

2005 BMW M3 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

I bought this 2005 M3 because I was looking for something that performed very well but had some interior room and was more flexible than a two seater. This M3 is a 6 speed manual and is otherwise stock with the Alcantara interior. I really love the Alcantara interior, it looks great and really holds you in place during hard cornering. So far the M3 has been everything I expected it to …

One Word: Amazing!

Tim Fleener, 09/28/2008

2005 BMW M3 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Can't say enough good things about my M3. I love it! I have test driven many of these over the years, and I finally took the plunge and bought one earlier this year. It is everything I have always wanted in a car. Excellent good looks, enough room to have my wife and two kids in the car (plus a decent amount of luggage in the trunk), and power and handling that are absolutely …

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2005 M3 Highlights

Type:

Convertible

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$55,800
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$329/month
Seating	4 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the M3 include:

Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Post-collision safety system

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