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Used BMW M3 for sale in California

152 BMW M3 listings are live in California in our latest scan, from $12,115 up to $445,070. The median asking price is $57,541. Model years range from 1990 to 2027, the typical car shows 51,471 mi, and half are priced between $38,974 and $81,819.

That's 14% of the 1,080 used BMW M3s we track nationwide. The most are listed in Sacramento (14), Costa Mesa (10), and Burbank (8). Comparing the same model, year and trim, the typical BMW M3 here is listed about the same as similar cars elsewhere in the US (151 cars compared).

The lowest-priced one is a 2004 BMW M3 Base listed at $12,115 with 206,944 mi in Davis, CA.

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BMW M3 prices by model year in California

Median asking price for each model year among the BMW M3s for sale in California.

  1. 2027 $94,170 3 for sale · $89,999 to $96,077 · median 6,878 mi
  2. 2026 $93,685 9 for sale · $82,893 to $144,999 · median 5,100 mi
  3. 2025 $87,184 12 for sale · $80,084 to $99,728 · median 14,792 mi
  4. 2024 $84,229 11 for sale · $67,862 to $127,985 · median 16,352 mi
  5. 2023 $83,569 13 for sale · $68,080 to $96,118 · median 26,212 mi
  6. 2022 $72,417 5 for sale · $51,099 to $81,876 · median 31,977 mi
  7. 2021 $74,054 9 for sale · $64,241 to $78,585 · median 45,084 mi
  8. 2018 $56,307 25 for sale · $45,895 to $75,142 · median 56,951 mi
  9. 2017 $48,610 1 for sale · median 83,939 mi
  10. 2016 $49,168 11 for sale · $26,855 to $55,335 · median 62,117 mi
  11. 2015 $45,087 6 for sale · $38,900 to $53,171 · median 72,119 mi
  12. 2013 $20,027 3 for sale · $19,995 to $29,865 · median 116,793 mi
  13. 2012 $34,080 2 for sale · $33,080 to $35,080 · median 103,938 mi
  14. 2011 $45,171 5 for sale · $24,585 to $67,075 · median 56,177 mi
  15. 2010 $27,300 2 for sale · $18,865 to $35,735 · median 102,535 mi
  16. 2009 $35,025 4 for sale · $27,022 to $43,999 · median 89,383 mi
  17. 2008 $32,099 5 for sale · $18,600 to $40,084 · median 71,621 mi
  18. 2006 $21,557 2 for sale · $18,123 to $24,991 · median 67,677 mi
  19. 2005 $39,080 3 for sale · $25,129 to $64,950 · median 84,374 mi
  20. 2004 $19,076 4 for sale · $12,115 to $29,099 · median 112,693 mi
  21. 2003 $23,128 5 for sale · $15,250 to $55,075 · median 70,689 mi
  22. 2002 $27,428 4 for sale · $14,168 to $56,900 · median 61,252 mi
  23. 1999 $16,785 2 for sale · $13,995 to $19,574 · median 149,512 mi
  24. 1998 $43,228 1 for sale · median 159,009 mi
  25. 1997 $18,522 2 for sale · $16,968 to $20,075 · median 158,762 mi
  26. 1995 $23,520 2 for sale · $20,069 to $26,970 · median 136,183 mi
  27. 1990 $445,070 1 for sale · median 17,307 mi

California vs. the rest of the US

Comparing the same model, year and trim, the typical BMW M3 here is listed about the same as similar cars elsewhere. The medians below also reflect which years and trims are listed in each place.

Location For sale Median price Lowest price Median miles
California 152 $57,541 $12,115 51,471
Rest of the US 928 $66,981 $10,380 41,639

Where in California BMW M3s are for sale

City For sale Median price Lowest price
Sacramento 14 $28,061 $15,250
Costa Mesa 10 $82,404 $39,300
Burbank 8 $67,109 $20,075
Los Angeles 5 $81,876 $56,999
Norco 5 $51,995 $20,027
Orange 4 $71,360 $48,791
Santa Ana 4 $83,379 $69,341
Vallejo 4 $51,583 $49,083
Anaheim 3 $78,585 $74,885
Campbell 3 $35,080 $33,080
Fremont 3 $44,090 $24,585
Irvine 3 $94,999 $26,855
Murrieta 3 $50,057 $45,895
North Hollywood 3 $35,735 $18,600
San Diego 3 $35,343 $34,050

Used BMW M3s in California: common questions

How much does a used BMW M3 cost in California?

Used BMW M3 asking prices in California currently range from $12,115 to $445,070, with a median of $57,541 across 152 listings. Half of them are priced between $38,974 and $81,819.

Are used BMW M3s cheaper in California?

About the same. Comparing the same model, year and trim, used BMW M3s in California are listed within 2% of similar cars elsewhere in the US, across 151 cars with matches. Mileage, options and condition still vary from car to car.

Where in California are the most used BMW M3s for sale?

Sacramento (14), Costa Mesa (10), Burbank (8), Los Angeles (5), and Norco (5) have the most listings in our latest scan.

What is the cheapest BMW M3 for sale right now in California?

The lowest asking price in our latest scan is a 2004 BMW M3 Base listed at $12,115 with 206,944 mi in Davis, CA.

Which BMW M3 model years are for sale in California?

Listings span 1990 to 2027. The 2018 model year has the most cars for sale (25, median $56,307). The newest 2027 cars have a median asking price of $94,170, versus $445,070 for 1990.

How many miles do used BMW M3s for sale in California have?

The median BMW M3 for sale in California shows 51,471 mi. 26 of 152 listings (17%) have under 15,000 miles.

How long do BMW M3s stay on the market in California?

Current BMW M3 listings in California have been for sale for a median of 35 days. Cars that sit well beyond that are often the easiest to negotiate on.

How current is this data?

These numbers come from our latest scan of dealer listings on Oct 1, 2026. Luxury Car Deals rescans the market regularly and removes cars that have sold.