Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.This 2008 BMW M3 coupe is an exceptional, ultra-low-mileage example of the only M3 ever powered by a V8, the E92 that many enthusiasts consider a modern classic in the making. Purchased new by the seller and showing just 7,000 miles, it is finished in Jerez Black Metallic over black Novillo leather with the desirable six-speed manual and the carbon-fiber roof. With tasteful, reversible modifications and the original parts included, it is exactly the kind of preserved V8 M3 the market has begun to prize, and it is offered on Bring a Trailer.2008 BMW M3 CoupeBring a TrailerWhat it's worth right nowThe E92 M3 occupies an unusual position: ordinary, higher-mileage examples have depreciated to remarkably accessible levels, with Kelley Blue Book showing a typical fair purchase price under $20,000, but low-mileage, well-preserved manual cars are a completely different and appreciating market. Classic.com tracks these preserved cars, and exceptional examples command strong premiums, with a recent 725-mile car offered on Bring a Trailer at $61,500 and climbing, reflecting how collectors now view the naturally aspirated V8 M3 as a future blue-chip.AdvertisementAdvertisementThis car's strengths are its extraordinary 7,000 miles, its purchased-new provenance, its desirable manual gearbox and slicktop configuration, and its attractive Jerez Black over black specification with the carbon roof. The modifications, an Eventuri carbon-fiber intake system and an M Performance exhaust, are quality, sought-after upgrades, and crucially the seller includes the removed factory parts, so the car can be returned to stock, protecting its appeal to originality-focused buyers.2008 BMW M3 CoupeBring a TrailerGiven the exceptional low mileage, the desirable manual specification, and the preservation, I would call fair value roughly $45,000 to $65,000, with a strong result likely given how few preserved examples exist. The current $15,807 bid with seven bids and six days remaining is well below that and should climb substantially as the auction develops.Condition and detailsThe specification and preservation are the story. This M3 is finished in Jerez Black Metallic over black Novillo leather with Carbon Structure Leather trim, the Premium and Technology packages, adaptive xenon headlights, a carbon-fiber roof panel, 19-inch Style 359 wheels, iDrive with navigation, and Comfort Access. The 4.0-liter S65 V8, a high-revving engine derived from the M5's V10 and spinning to a 8,400-rpm redline, drives through the six-speed manual and a limited-slip differential. The modifications are an Eventuri carbon plenum, intake, and airbox lid and an M Performance exhaust, and the sale includes the removed factory intake components and a set of 19-inch Style 220M wheels.2008 BMW M3 CoupeBring a TrailerFor condition, this is a 7,000-mile car purchased new by the seller, with a clean Carfax. One item to note is the tires: the Michelins carry 2007 date codes, with the passenger-rear showing a 2017 code, so despite the low mileage they are old and should be replaced before any spirited driving. The comments were enthusiastic, with observers calling the Jerez Black slicktop one of the best-looking coupes of its era and predicting a benchmark result, alongside the customary good-natured question about the S65's rod bearings.2008 BMW M3 CoupeBring a TrailerThe diligence on a low-mileage S65 M3 has one central focus: the engine's known rod-bearing wear, a well-documented concern on these V8s that many owners address preventively, so confirm whether the bearings have been done or budget for the service, and have a BMW specialist assess the engine regardless of the low mileage. Replace the decade-plus-old tires before driving hard, verify the modifications and that the factory parts are included for a return to stock, and confirm the throttle-actuator and other known E92 items are healthy. Get a pre-purchase inspection. This is a private-party sale with a clean Maryland title.2008 BMW M3 CoupeBring a TrailerAdvertisementAdvertisementThe offerSpecificationDetailMakeBMWModelM3 Coupe (E92)Year2008Mileage7,000Engine4.0-liter S65 V8Power414 horsepower, 295 lb-ftTransmissionSix-speed manualDrive typeRear-wheel drive with limited-slip differentialExterior colorJerez Black MetallicInterior colorBlack Novillo leatherCurrent bidUSD $15,807Interested in this car? View the listing here.What makes the E92 M3 uniqueThe E92-generation BMW M3, built from 2008 to 2013, holds a singular place in the model's history as the only M3 ever powered by a V8. Its 4.0-liter S65 engine was essentially a scaled-down version of the M5's S85 V10, built almost entirely of aluminum in BMW's Formula 1 foundry, naturally aspirated, and engineered to chase speed through revs rather than turbocharged torque, screaming to a 8,400-rpm redline with instantaneous throttle response and a metallic, race-bred exhaust note unlike anything else in its class. It was named International Engine of the Year multiple times, and it remains one of the most charismatic engines BMW has ever built.2008 BMW M3 CoupeBring a TrailerThat naturally aspirated V8, paired here with the purist's choice of a six-speed manual, is what makes the E92 M3 so special and so increasingly collectible. It arrived at the end of an era, before BMW's M cars turned to turbocharging, and its combination of a high-winding V8, a manual gearbox, the classic two-door M shape, and a carbon-fiber roof has cemented its status as a future blue-chip among enthusiasts. While driver-grade examples have become bargains, pristine, low-mileage manual cars like this one are recognized as the ones to preserve, which is exactly why a 7,000-mile, purchased-new slicktop generates the excitement this listing has.My takeThis is an exceptional, ultra-low-mileage E92 M3: the V8-and-manual combination enthusiasts prize, purchased new, beautifully specified in Jerez Black with the carbon roof, and modified tastefully with the factory parts retained. My fair-value call is $45,000 to $65,000, reflecting the rarity of such a preserved example against the broader depreciated market for ordinary cars. I would be comfortable in that range for a car whose engine health checks out.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe buying advice centers on the S65's rod bearings, the one issue that matters most here: confirm whether they have been serviced or budget for the preventive work, and have a BMW specialist assess the engine despite the tiny mileage. Replace the old tires before driving hard, verify the modifications and the included factory parts, and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection. Handle those, and the current $15,807 bid is an early figure on one of the most collectible modern M cars, the last and only V8 M3, in remarkable condition.Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a dealership or broker. All vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for typographical errors, omissions, or the accuracy of the provided information. Please verify all details directly with the seller.Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.This story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 29, 2026, where it first appeared in the Car Buying section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.