1997 BMW M3
WBSCD9329VEE05301
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Last listed by The Autobarn Volkswagen of Countryside
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Market price range
Based on 5 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 7, 2026Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Autobarn Volkswagen of Countryside | Countryside, IL 60525 | $39,999 | 74,265 mi | 2021-06-04 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for WBSCD9329VEE05301Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 20 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 1997 BMW M3 likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 1997 BMW M3 has 2 recall campaigns as of August 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 20 MPG.
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AIR BAGSVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES ARE BUILT WITH A SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM CONSISTING OF DOOR-MOUNTED THORAX AIR BAGS (REAR DOOR AIR BAGS ARE OPTIONAL), A…NHTSA campaign 99V063001
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLTHE CRUISE CONTROL AND THROTTLE CABLES ARE ATTACHED TO THE SAME THROTTLE VALVE ACTUATING LEVER AT THE THROTTLE HOUSING.NHTSA campaign 97V131000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 1997 BMW M3 from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 8, 2026.
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 BMW M3 (this car) | $30,000 | 5 | — |
| 1999 Toyota Camry | $5,995 | 3 | −$24,005 |
| 1995 Lincoln Town CAR | $17,106 | 2 | −$12,894 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 226 | $100,028 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 89 | $95,690 | 96% | 4,293 mi |
| 2025 | 109 | $91,073 | 91% | 12,986 mi |
| 2024 | 109 | $86,500 | 86% | 17,315 mi |
| 2023 | 98 | $82,329 | 82% | 26,941 mi |
| 2022 | 81 | $73,991 | 74% | 33,834 mi |
| 2021 | 47 | $69,999 | 70% | 34,059 mi |
| 2018 | 95 | $55,922 | 56% | 60,380 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
