- The car was damaged in a crash in early 2022 before being totally transformed into an M3.
- In addition to rocking an F80 M3 powertrain, the car has M3 suspension and brakes.
- Dixon Motorsports in Michigan built the car.
BMW answered the call of enthusiasts when it finally launched a Touring version of the M3. Sadly, it decided not to offer it in the US, but that hasn’t stopped one enthusiast from creating an M3 Touring of their own.
The station wagon you’re looking at started out life as a BMW 328i xDrive, but it was damaged in a crash in February 2022 and later declared a total loss by an insurance company. However, it was saved and someone decided it could serve as the perfect base for a homegrown M3 Touring. It is now being sold with a Rebuilt title.
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The Cars & Bids listing reveals that no expense has been spared in turning this 3-Series into a proper M3. First and foremost, it has the same S55 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder as the F80-generation M3, complete with an original ECU and wiring harness. A six-speed manual from an F80 M3 has also been sourced, as has an OEM exhaust and limited-slip differential. Interestingly, the seller has ditched the xDrive all-wheel drive system, meaning power is only sent to the rear wheels.
Plenty more upgrades have been made to the car. It has the same adaptive M suspension as an F80 M3, while also using the same front and rear subframes, brakes, and front and rear hubs. These parts don’t guarantee it will drive just as well as a true M3, but it should be a lot more poised than a typical 328i.
Elsewhere, all of the body panels of the F80 M3 have been fitted alongside tinted BMW M Performance taillights. Found inside are several other M3 parts, including Merino leather, carbon fiber trim, heated front sport seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, instrument cluster, center console, and interior door panels.
The true mileage of the car’s chassis isn’t known, but the odometer reveals the donor engine has ~67,500 miles (108,000 km) on the clock.
While buying a salvaged car has its risks, images show the damage originally sustained to the car was quite minor. It was also rebuilt by Dixon Motorsports, which is well-regarded for its BMW expertise in Michigan. If you’re interested and want to place a bid, head on over to Cars & Bids.
