BMW 3 SERIES (2005-12) M3 4DR SALOON 4.0 V8 DCT AUTO
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The BMW 3 SERIES (2005-12) M3 4DR SALOON 4.0 V8 DCT AUTO is a four-door executive saloon, offering more excitement than a family 3 Series while keeping rear doors and boot space. In the UK used-car market, it occupies the sports-saloon niche, notably alongside the Audi RS4 and Mercedes-Benz C63.
Mycarcheck.com records 876 look-ups and 260 different VINs, giving a useful sample. Average private-sale valuation is £9,100, average mileage 79,000 and annual mileage 3,000. Checked cars had about 5.4 previous keepers on average; these figures describe vehicles looked up, not every car for sale in the wider UK used-car market.
Its 4.0-litre V8 gives the M3 a response and an engaging sound, while the DCT automatic makes driving easier with gear changes. This saloon suits enthusiasts wanting weekend drives with passenger space, rather than first-time drivers or low-cost commuters. Against rivals, it is prized for its character and driving feel.
A used BMW M3 can hide outstanding finance, write-off damage, theft or mileage discrepancies—and costly faults may not be obvious. Enter the reg now to check before you buy; skipping it could cost you.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 260 different vehicles, run between February 17th 2021 and September 30th 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
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Lookups
Lookups
31
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
82k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£9,100
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
