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BMW M3 (E92)

2007–2013

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  • Lowest price

    US$17,250

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$40,000

    Since 2020 · n=58

  • Highest price

    US$205,392

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    58

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 58 lots

BMW M3

Based on 58 verified auction results

BUYBottomed Outhigh confidence

US$37,566

Market value · recent verified sales

-8.7%

12-month change

Strong Buy

Trend favours buyers right now. Move while supply is loose.

Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -8.7%). Often a buy window before recovery.

MSRP

Collectibility

4/10

Modest Demand

3-Year Forecast

US$37,566

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$37,566

+0%

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Market scores

63

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Weak

25

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Sunroof / glass roof

    +US$17,712+44%

    4 with · 103 without · low confidence

  • Built ≤ 2011

    US$7,429-19%

    73 with · 34 without · high confidence

  • Limited-slip diff

    +US$7,299+18%

    13 with · 94 without · high confidence

  • Manual gearbox

    +US$1,527+4%

    46 with · 15 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Prices are adjusted to the model's median mileage before comparing. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The BMW M3 E92 has settled at a US$37,566 median after declining 8.7 percent over the past twelve months, signaling a market bottom for this generation. The buy signal reflects exhausted downward momentum rather than strong upward conviction, with valuations stabilizing after a sustained correction period.

Our dataset captures 29 transactions over the past year from a total tracked sample of 58 sales, indicating moderate liquidity typical of the modern-classic segment. This transaction volume provides reliable pricing signals but also means buyers and sellers should expect measured deal flow rather than constant availability.

The E92 generation produced 65,800 units globally, positioning it as a relatively common modern classic despite its enthusiast credentials. High desirability around the naturally aspirated V8 and manual-transmission variants continues to drive collector interest, though modest overall demand reflects the broad availability of these cars in the secondary market.

Transacted examples average just over 49,000 miles, which aligns with the model's typical ownership pattern as owners begin to run these cars more seriously while they remain young enough to be considered relatively affordable performance platforms. This mileage profile suggests examples are still being used rather than preserved statically.

The three- and five-year projections hold flat at current levels, reflecting a market that has likely reached equilibrium after recent weakness. Continued stability depends on whether enthusiast demand sustains or whether supply pressures from aging examples begin to intensify more broadly across the segment.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$37,566
  • Annual appr. rate-8.7%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked115
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared115 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • DepreciationUS$2,280
  • Total annual costUS$7,310

For sale now · 1 live

All live deals

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings1
  • Sales Last 12 Months58
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings1
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$49,747
  • Avg Mileage at Sale49,325 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$17,250 – US$205,392
  • Total Sales Tracked58

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$70,500

    Bring a Trailer · 3 Sept 2026

  • US$38,250

    Bring a Trailer · 29 Aug 2026

  • US$30,250

    Bring a Trailer · 28 Aug 2026

  • US$45,500

    cars-and-bids · 25 Aug 2026

  • US$45,000

    Bring a Trailer · 25 Aug 2026

  • US$32,500

    cars-and-bids · 21 Aug 2026

  • US$49,494

    Bring a Trailer · 20 Aug 2026

  • US$39,500

    Bring a Trailer · 18 Aug 2026

  • US$20,250

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Aug 2026

  • US$38,500

    cars-and-bids · 12 Aug 2026

Common questions

What is a BMW M3 (E92) worth in 2026?

The current United States market median is US$37,566, based on 29 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$17,250 to US$205,392.

Is the BMW M3 (E92) going up in value?

Over the last 12 months its United States median moved -8.7%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.

How many BMW M3 (E92)s are for sale right now?

We track 1 live auction listing for this model right now — each priced against the market median on this page.

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.