BMW M3 (E46) Market Values & Price History
The naturally aspirated straight-six icon. DriveIndex tracks 10 E46-generation M3 models across model years 2001–2006, with market values from $19,500 to $56,809, built on 1,279 verified auction sales (data through Oct 9, 2026). 157 are listed for sale. The median sale price across the generation is up 7.1% over the past 12 months versus the prior year. That figure tracks the median of what actually sold, so it moves with the mix of models, years and mileages that came to market as well as with the market itself.
Data: DriveIndex. 1,279 verified auction sales across E46-generation M3 models, latest sale Oct 8, 2026. Methodology
E46 Models & Values (10)
| Model | Years | Market Value | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW M3 Coupe | 200120022003200420052006 | $24,541–$56,809 | 618 |
| BMW M3 Convertible | 200120022003200420052006 | $19,877–$30,245 | 516 |
| BMW M3 Competition Package | 20052006 | $54,922–$55,900 | 136 |
| BMW M3 Dinan S2 Coupe | 20032004 | $27,277–$43,476No sale since Oct 2024 | 5 |
| BMW M3 Coupe Track Car | 20022004 | $19,500 | 1 |
| BMW M3 Dinan S2 Convertible | 2006 | $22,250No sale since Jul 2020 | 1 |
| BMW M3 Dinan S3 Coupe | 2006 | $34,567No comparable sale since Jul 2019 | 1 |
| BMW M3 Track Car | 2001 | $28,250No sale since Aug 2025 | 1 |
| BMW M3 CSL | 20032004 | — | 0 |
| BMW M3 Dinan S Coupe | 2006 | — | 0 |
BMW M3 by Generation
Recent E46 M3 Auction Results
| Sold | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | $28,000 | 44,000 mi |
| Oct 6, 2026 | $24,000 | 98,600 mi |
| Oct 4, 2026 | $56,750 | 31,000 mi |
| Sep 30, 2026 | $14,000 | 122,000 mi |
| Sep 30, 2026 | $14,000 | 99,000 mi |
| Sep 29, 2026 | $55,000 | 96,000 mi |
| Sep 29, 2026 | $30,500 | 90,300 mi |
| Sep 28, 2026 | $26,000 | 173,000 mi |
| Sep 25, 2026 | $38,250 | 91,200 mi |
| Sep 24, 2026 | $35,500 | 84,000 mi |
| Sep 23, 2026 | $20,500 | 89,200 mi |
| Sep 19, 2026 | $39,500 | 73,425 mi |
Verified results from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.
Every model above has a DriveIndex Value Signal showing whether it's appreciating, stable, or depreciating, its 1–5 year projection, and the best months to buy and sell.
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What years is the E46 M3?
DriveIndex tracks E46-generation M3 cars across model years 2001–2006, spanning 10 distinct models.
How much is a E46 M3 worth?
Market values for E46-generation M3 models range from $19,500 to $56,809, depending on the model and specification. The median verified sale is $25,500, across 1,279 verified auction sales.
Are E46 M3 sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
The median sale price of E46-generation cars is up 7.1% over the past 12 months compared with the prior year, based on verified auction sales. That figure tracks the median of what actually sold, so it moves with the mix of models, years and mileages that came to market as well as with the market itself. Each model's Value Signal classification and 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
Which E46 models does DriveIndex track?
10 E46-generation models including M3 Coupe, M3 Convertible, M3 Competition Package, M3 Dinan S2 Coupe, M3 Coupe Track Car. Each has its own market value, price history, and recent sales on DriveIndex.