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Used 2001 BMW M3

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2001
Fuel Economy
16 - 18 combined mpg
Horsepower
333 hp
Engine
6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter
Cargo Volume
8.8 - 9.5 cu ft
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2001 BMW M3 Overview

2001 BMW M3 Pricing

2001 BMW M3 pricing starts at $10,193 for the M3 Coupe 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $46,045 when new. The range-topping 2001 M3 Convertible 2D starts at $9,506 today, originally priced from $54,045.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Coupe 2D
$46,045
$10,193
$54,045
$9,506

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2001 BMW M3 models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

M3 Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation BMW M3 (2001-2006) a 4.8 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 214 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2001 BMW M3

"Looks great. Drives great. Expensive to maintain"

"I have had this car for 7 years (75,000 miles) and have really enjoyed it. It handles better than any car that I have ever had. It feels great to drive with the top down. I get lots of compliments on it. The only thing that bothers me is the outrageous maintenance costs by the dealer. Don't be fooled into thinking that you can take it to a local garage and save money. I tried a local garage a couple of times and regreted it. They usually don't do the service properly and damage something else. So far I have had to replace a Xenon light bulb ($400), Fix a leak in the differential ($700), Replace a rear spring ($450), Break Job Rear ($1800), Break Job Front ($1400), Two Sets of Tires ($2400), 7 oil changes ($200 each), Battery ($200 replace it myself). If you want this car, expect to pay up."

"OMG the Power"

"I recently bought my 02 M3 and I did not expect it to have the awesome speed that it has. The SMG transmission was tricky at first but Ive got it down now and now I fight myself to stay the speed limit. 50 mph + this car has soooo much power in the 3rd - 4th and 5th gears I was taken back by suprise. I love it !! Mine is in the imola red and it turns heads. I love the E46 M3 !! My other car is a E46 325i - Total different ride."

"M Experience! You just got to drive it!"

"I custom ordered my Competition Edition M3 in Imola Red with a red leather interior. I still get thumbs up from random strangers driving by and my car is a 2005. It still runs great. Ride is typical M series - stiff to feel the road and instant feedback to the driver. Especially fun and stable at high speeds ... Love this car!"

Overall 2001 BMW M3 Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2001 BMW M3 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2001 BMW M3 quality a 4.9 out of 5.

2001 BMW M3 Reliability

The 2001 BMW M3 receives an average consumer rating of 4.8 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2001 M3 Features

According to drivers of the 2001 M3, here are some of its best features:

  • Great looking car, Very fast.
  • Great driver's car ... competition edition!
  • Fun to Drive, Phenominal Handling, Great Styling
  • Warp speed, abundant power, timeless looks
  • Phenomenal handling very fast, still great looking

2001 BMW M3 MPG by Trim

2001 M3 Convertible 2D - city 14 MPG - hwy 21 MPG

2001 M3 Coupe 2D - city 15 MPG - hwy 22 MPG

2001 M3 Safety

2001 BMW M3 Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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2001 BMW M3
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.8
Consumer Rating
Based on 214 Consumer Reviews
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2001 BMW M3 Style

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
0-60
Top Speed
Curb Weight
Convertible 2D
$9,506
16 MPG
333 @ 7900 RPM
6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter
8.8 cu ft
262 lb-ft
5.4 seconds
155 mph
3781 lbs
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2001 BMW M3 Depreciation

A 2001 BMW M3 has depreciated $3,981 or 33% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $8,042 and trade-in value of $5,212.

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2001 BMW M3 Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $809
$12,023
$9,988
2023
$3,036
$8,987
$6,286
2024
$748
$8,239
$5,402
Now
$197
$8,042
$5,212
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2001 BMW M3 Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3781 lbs.
EPA Passenger
80.0 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
16.6 gallons
Front Head Room
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room
41.7 inches
Max Seating Capacity
4
Overall Length
176.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room
54.5 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
8.8 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
36.1 feet
Wheel Base
107.5 inches
Width with mirrors
70.1 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
14 mpg
Highway
21 mpg
Combined
16 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission Type
Manual
6 speed
Available

Performance

Horsepower
333 @ 7900 RPM
Torque
262 @ 4900 rpm
Engine
6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter
0 to 60
5.4 seconds
Top Speed
155 mph

Warranty

Basic
4 years / 50000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2001 BMW M3 Safety

2001 BMW M3 Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors

2001 BMW M3 Rankings

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FAQs

Is 2001 a good year for a BMW M3?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2001 M3 is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the BMW M3 2001 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2001 M3 is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2001 BMW M3?

The 2001 BMW M3 gets 14 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway.

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