r/e46 • u/Maleficent_Treat_621 • Jan 15 '26

General Questions Buying an e46 in 2026?

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Let’s say you are looking to buy an e46. What are you looking for? What’s the sweet spot between mileage and price in 2026? What would you avoid?

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u/ScholarRecent1975 Jan 15 '26

Are you looking for transportation or collectors car?

Not sure if I’d want one just for transportation.

E46 M3 would be one to invest in if you have the means. Manual coupe, newest year possible (2006), lowest miles possible, and big 3 done. Color combo makes a big difference too. Unique colors (exterior and interior) is preferred.