{"id":1978394,"date":"2026-10-06T08:18:20","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T12:18:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allcollectorcars.com\/classic-car-auctions\/vehicles\/2012-bmw-3-series\/"},"modified":"2026-10-07T12:20:32","modified_gmt":"2026-10-07T16:20:32","slug":"2012-bmw-3-series","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.allcollectorcars.com\/classic-car-auctions\/vehicles\/2012-bmw-3-series\/","title":{"rendered":"2012 BMW M3"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>2012 BMW M3 Supercharged Hardtop Convertible<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Harrop Supercharged V8 \u2022 525 Horsepower \u2022 7-Speed M DCT \u2022 Dinan Upgrades \u2022 Mineral White Metallic \u2022 76,800 Miles<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s something special about a V8-powered BMW M3 with the top down\u2014and this gorgeous 2012 example takes that experience further. Finished in Mineral White Metallic over Palladium Silver and Black Novillo leather, this M3 combines muscular styling, a retractable hardtop, and a serious collection of performance upgrades. Under the hood, a Harrop TVS 1740 supercharger adds another dimension to BMW\u2019s high-revving 4.0-liter V8, while a seven-speed M double-clutch transmission puts the driver in command.<\/p>\n<p>With 76,800 miles and upgrades from Harrop, Dinan, and Forgestar, this BMW brings together open-air enjoyment, premium comfort, and unmistakable M-car character.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Engine &amp; Transmission<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At the heart of this M3 is BMW\u2019s 4.0-liter S65 V8, enhanced with a Harrop supercharger and supported by Dinan components. The seller reports output of 525 horsepower and 343 lb-ft of torque, giving this convertible performance to match its aggressive appearance.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4.0-liter S65 V8<\/li>\n<li>Harrop TVS 1740 supercharger kit<\/li>\n<li>Reported 525 horsepower and 343 lb-ft of torque<\/li>\n<li>8,400-rpm redline<\/li>\n<li>Seven-speed M double-clutch transmission with Drivelogic<\/li>\n<li>Dinan ported throttle bodies<\/li>\n<li>Dinan underdrive pulley<\/li>\n<li>Dinan intake upgrade<\/li>\n<li>Dinan exhaust system with quad outlets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Chassis, Brakes &amp; Steering<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Four-wheel BMW M ventilated, cross-drilled compound disc brakes, reported newly replaced<\/li>\n<li>Antilock braking system with Dynamic Brake Control<\/li>\n<li>Variable-assist power steering!&#8217;<\/li>\n<li>M Drive functionality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Wheels &amp; Tires<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Forgestar CF5 wheels<\/li>\n<li>Front wheels: 18 x 8.5 inches<\/li>\n<li>Rear wheels: 18 x 9.5 inches<\/li>\n<li>Continental ExtremeContact DW tires<\/li>\n<li>Front tires: 245\/40ZR18 XL<\/li>\n<li>Rear tires: 265\/40ZR18 XL<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Exterior<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mineral White Metallic paint<\/li>\n<li>Power retractable hardtop<\/li>\n<li>Signature M front-fender gills<\/li>\n<li>Sculpted hood with distinctive power dome<\/li>\n<li>Black kidney grilles with M-color accents<\/li>\n<li>Front lower splitter accents<\/li>\n<li>Quad exhaust outlets<\/li>\n<li>Rear parking sensors<\/li>\n<li>Dinan and Harrop exterior badging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Interior &amp; Comfort<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Premium Package<\/li>\n<li>Palladium Silver and Black Novillo leather upholstery<\/li>\n<li>Power-adjustable, heated front seats with memory functions<\/li>\n<li>M steering wheel<\/li>\n<li>Enhanced Premium Sound<\/li>\n<li>Smartphone integration<\/li>\n<li>iDrive controller and dashboard display<\/li>\n<li>M-logo door-sill trim<\/li>\n<li>M Performance door-projector lighting<\/li>\n<li>Wind deflector shown in the photographs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Why This BMW Matters<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This M3 brings together the character of BMW\u2019s high-revving V8 era with the added muscle of a Harrop supercharger. 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