AUTOZEED

Processing Data...

Accessing NHTSA API & AI Neural Network

VIN Copied to Clipboard!

2018 BMW M3

WBS8M9C57J5K99356 Click to Copy

Expert Analysis

There's a particular scent to a well-sorted BMW M car – a subtle blend of leather, carbon fiber, and something akin to contained electricity. It’s the aroma of precision engineering humming beneath your fingertips, a promise of exhilarating performance delivered with Teutonic efficiency. The 2018 M3, in its final year of production for this generation, embodies that essence perfectly. Forget fleeting trends; this is a car rooted in a lineage of driver-focused excellence, a distilled version of the ultimate sporting sedan experience. This isn't just transportation; it’s an invitation to engage, to connect with the road in a way few modern vehicles allow.



Under that sculpted hood lies a naturally aspirated 3.0-liter inline-six – a masterpiece of internal combustion rarely heard these days. Delivering upwards of 425 horsepower, it sings a glorious tune as you climb through the rev range, responding with immediate eagerness. The rear-wheel drive platform provides a wonderfully tactile connection to the tarmac; it's balanced and forgiving enough for spirited road driving while remaining utterly rewarding on track. While optional features like Blind Spot Warning and Lane Departure Warning exist, they feel almost superfluous in a car designed to be driven with intention – a testament to the M3’s core philosophy of putting the driver firmly in control.



The 2018 BMW M3 isn't simply a fast car; it represents an enduring commitment to driving purity. It's a statement about appreciating mechanical integrity and the art of performance engineering, qualities increasingly rare in today’s automotive landscape. While newer models may boast more technology or outright power figures, this particular iteration holds a certain gravitas – a final flourish from a generation that understood the true meaning of the M badge.

📋 Vehicle History Report

Check for accidents, mileage rollbacks, and past owners via CARFAX & AutoCheck.

Get Full Report

Privacy Control

Remove this record from public view.

Remove Vehicle

Technical Specs

Error Text 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Vehicle Descriptor WBS8M9C5*J5
Make BMW
Manufacturer Name BMW M GMBH
Model M3
Model Year 2018
Plant City REGENSBURG
Series 3-Series
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Plant Country GERMANY
Base Price ($) 58900.00
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Doors 4
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Wheel Base (inches) From 110.70
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Number of Wheels 4
Wheel Size Front (inches) 19
Wheel Size Rear (inches) 20
Steering Location Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
Number of Seats 5
Number of Seat Rows 2
Axles 2
Engine Number of Cylinders 6
Displacement (CC) 2979.1682352
Displacement (CI) 181.8
Displacement (L) 3
Fuel Type - Primary Gasoline
Engine Brake (hp) From 425
Top Speed (MPH) 174
Pretensioner Yes
Seat Belt Type Manual
Other Restraint System Info Pretensioners for Driver and Front Passenger.
Curtain Air Bag Locations 1st and 2nd Rows
Front Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Knee Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Standard
Traction Control Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type Direct
Auto-Reverse System for Windows and Sunroofs Standard
Keyless Ignition Standard
Crash Imminent Braking (CIB) Optional
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Optional
Dynamic Brake Support (DBS) Standard
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) Optional
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Optional
Backup Camera Standard
Parking Assist Optional
Automatic Crash Notification (ACN) / Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN) Standard
Daytime Running Light (DRL) Standard
Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching Standard
Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB) Optional