The E92 M3 is an fanatic favourite, cherished for its high-revving 4.0-liter V8 (the S65) and total wonderful dynamics. Extra vaunted than every other M3 — save possibly the wild M3 CRT — is the M3 GTS. Sadly, that automobile by no means got here to America. So, we had been compelled to make do with the subsequent neatest thing: the M3 Lime Rock Park Version. Whereas that automobile was a far cry from the GTS, it had sufficient distinctive ins and outs to make it nonetheless really feel like one thing particular. In spite of everything, it was named after an American monitor and made in collaboration with Skip Barber of racing fame.
Now, over a decade later, the M3 Lime Rock Park Version’s particular tools (principally, Competitors Package deal spec and a few carbon fiber in the back and front) and restricted manufacturing numbers (BMW solely made 200 examples) have pushed values significantly increased than run-of-the-mill M3s. That stated: probably the most current listings on Carry a Trailer confirmed that the bargains are nonetheless on the market. Nevertheless it doesn’t come with out compromise.
M3 Lime Rock Park Version Cut price Purchase
The 2013 BMW M3 Coupe Lime Rock Park (LRP) Version in query offered for $50,500. That doesn’t sound like a very notable worth, however its clear Carfax and simply 59,000 miles make it firmly within the “center tier” of LRP automobiles. Meaning — usually — a price of round $60,000 or so, give or take. Even a cursory look reveals some respectable modifications, too. Black painted BBS CH-R wheels put on new Michelin rubber. Eager observers may even word a vaunted Dinan badge on the again, complementing the automobile’s aftermarket exhaust, consumption, ECU, and suspension — all Dinan elements. However modifications are a little bit of a thread with this automobile.
This precise M3 LRP popped up on Carry a Trailer nearly precisely a 12 months in the past. Right here, we are able to see the modifications prolonged additional, shifting the automobile away from “OEM+ fanatic construct” and into extra polarizing territory. That’s a essential distinction — particularly on a website like Carry a Trailer the place originality and documentation drive bids. A roof spoiler, orange grille stripes, and windshield banner are simply among the “lower than OEM” selections made by the earlier proprietor. Inside, orange steering wheel trim and shifter trim match an much more offensive orange middle console and, nicely, many of the dashboard. It’s a wild look, and doubtless lots of the explanation the automobile solely offered for $48,500 again then.
Was It a Good Purchase?
The M3 LRP was represented by a reasonably dependable vendor on Carry a Trailer. What’s extra, it clearly received some relaxation and rejuvenation over the past 12 months — probably the most offensively offbeat mods had been eliminated. The automobile wasn’t precisely the proper spec — I believe a handbook transmission would’ve been extra enjoyable — and nonetheless may need some unknowns (the advert claims “again charges might apply for California patrons”, and it doesn’t have CARB-legal modifications). However hey: for a automobile that may fetch as a lot as $95,000 at public sale (or extra), half value doesn’t seem to be a nasty deal. You can also’t take away the truth that the Lime Rock Park Version offered has some severely good Dinan goodies and comparatively low miles. Total, I believe the customer received a fairly whole lot. Hopefully gross sales like this give hope to fans who assume there aren’t any good offers left on the market.
Supply: Carry a Trailer (right here’s the unique itemizing from final 12 months, too: 2013 BMW M3 Coupe Lime Rock Park Version)
