1998 BMW M3 Evo Convertible

BMW Evo M3 Convertible.

In 1992, BMW introduced the second generation M3 at the Paris Motor Show based on the E36 platform. The Motorsport Department started with the standard M50TU engine used in various E36 and E34 and then enlarged the bore and stroke and modified the intake to include individual throttle bodies. "VANOS", as it was known, was the variable valve timing system on the intake camshaft and became an additional feature of the development programme. In 1996, the capacity was increased to 3.2 Ltr and power increased to 316 BHP.

Motorsport continued the modifications by adapting a new suspension with firmer shocks and springs and also larger anti-roll bars. Twelve-inch vented disc brakes provided ferocious stopping power, while the M-tuned variable-ratio steering provided instantaneous response.The BMW E36 M3 is considered to be one of the better-handling cars of all time and was awarded "Best-Handling Car" by Car and Driver magazine in 1997.

This example comes with the option of hard or soft top motoring and is finished in BMW purple with a grey leather interior. It has covered 82,511 fully-serviced miles. The current owner reports the recent fitment of new brake pads, a stainless steel exhaust syetem and a new OEM clutch. It will come to the sale with a fresh 12 month MOT Test Certificate.