This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 on Sunday the 9th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. Introduced in 2000, the E46-generation M3 quickly became recognised as one of the finest performance cars of its era, with the convertible variant offering the same performance in a more versatile package This example is finished in BMW Individual Velvet Blue Metallic with matching removable hardtop, a rarely specified colour option, paired with a cream leather interior and factory alloy wheels Powered by BMW’s 3.2-litre naturally aspirated straight-six producing 338bhp, mated to the 6-speed SMG sequential gearbox with paddle shift, delivering power to the rear wheels The car is largely unmodified, however the hardtop roof has remained in place for several years and the interior has some trim issues requiring attention, while the wheels would also benefit from refurbishment Owned by our vendor for the past 16 years, mechanically it has been well preserved, although it was laid up during the COVID period, prior to which it was regularly used as a daily driver Offered without reserve, this M3 presents a project opportunity, whether as a rewarding winter restoration or as a donor car for motorsport use