- The Mustang build is based on an E92 BMW M3, not that you can tell by looking at it.
- Inside, you’ll find a blend of E92 components combined with vintage Mustang parts.
- It’s powered by an S65 4.0-liter V8 engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission.
Viewed from afar, this car might seem like a well-maintained, nearly original Ford Mustang from the 1960s. The proportions are pretty much spot-on, it boasts all the classic body panels that made Mustangs of this era so iconic, and even the interior looks remarkably authentic. However, despite the Mustang-like appearance, this isn’t a Ford at all—it’s actually an E92-generation BMW M3.
This unique M3 has been listed up for sale in Cape Town, South Africa, and blends together two iconic, rear-wheel drive sports cars. We have no idea why the BMW’s body has been stripped away and replaced with the shell of a classic Mustang, but we must applaud whoever built the car, as they seem to have done an excellent job.
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Under the skin, this is a standard E92 M3. That means it features the brand’s S65 4.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. As the only generation of M3 to ever feature a V8, the E92 holds a special place in the hearts and minds of many revheads and delivers a truly addictive soundtrack.
The bodywork is a faithful recreation of a classic Ford Mustang GT500. Bright blue paintwork makes the car stand out, and there’s a set of nice silver wheels, too. First discovered by Carbuzz, the car has been listed for sale through Cars.co.za and although there’s no word on what material the new body is made from, it has all the same seductive shapes, curves, and creases of the original pony car.
Lots of work has been done inside the cabin. A bespoke dashboard, new gauges, and a retro three-spoke steering wheel with a wooden rim enhance the vintage Mustang vibe. Yet, traces of the M3 remain, with elements like the climate control switchgear and the transmission tunnel lifted straight from the BMW.
The listing notes that the car has covered just 3,745 km (2,327 miles). However, it’s unclear whether that’s the total mileage on the V8 engine or how far the car has been driven since the conversion. Regardless, the asking price is 1,799,995 South African rand, or just under $104,000.
This M3-in-Mustang-clothing is undeniably a conversation starter, though the discussion might revolve more around the “why” than the “wow”. At this price, it feels like an expensive way to scream for attention. A quick glance at the listings on South Africa’s Cars shows that for that price, you could snag both a original 1969 Mustang (1.1 million SAR / US$64,300) and a proper E92 M3 (599,000 SAR/US$35,000)—all without the added existential crisis.
