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2024 BMW M3 CS
BMW M3 CS (G80)
2024 (Current Generation G80) · sports car / sedan
Rarity Score
8/10 - Rare. Limited production run and high MSRP make this a sight reserved for enthusiasts and collectors.
Spot Difficulty
7/10. Hard to find in the wild as many are kept as weekend cars or investments. Most likely found at high-end track days, Cars and Coffee events, or in affluent urban areas.
Engine & Performance
Engine: 3.0L BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder (S58); 543 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque
Transmission & Drivetrain: 8-speed M Steptronic automatic with Drivelogic; M xDrive intelligent All-Wheel Drive system
Performance: 0-60 mph: 3.2 seconds; Top Speed: 188 mph (electronically limited); Curb weight: ~3,915 lbs (approx. 75 lbs lighter than standard M3 Competition xDrive).
Exterior
Signal Red (Individual) or potentially Fire Red with frozen/gloss finish; features a carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) hood with exposed carbon stripes, yellow DRL headlights (GT-style), black forged M light-alloy wheels, and carbon fiber front splitter/side skirts.
Interior Features
M Carbon bucket seats with exclusive black/red leather, Alcantara steering wheel, carbon fiber trim, iDrive 8.5 with Curved Display, and lightweight center console (omitting the armrest to save weight).
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the vehicle appears to be near-new with high-gloss paint, clean wheels, and no visible mechanical or cosmetic wear.
Condition Issues: None visible; vehicle is in showroom condition.
Estimated Mileage: 500 - 5,000 miles
Historical Significance
The 'CS' (Competition Sport) designation represents the pinnacle of the G80 generation M3 performance. It follows the lineage of the E46 M3 CSL and F80 M3 CS as a track-focused but road-legal evolution of the standard sports sedan.
Notable Features
Aggressive frameless kidney grille with red contour lines; CS-specific engine mounts; unique chassis tuning with revised damper settings; and significant use of CFRP throughout the body.
Production Numbers
Limited production; globally estimated at approximately 1,700 to 2,000 units for the 2024 model year.
Valuation
Estimated Market Value: $125,000 - $145,000
Auction Estimate: $130,000 - $155,000
Maintenance Recommendations
Strict adherence to the 1,200-mile break-in service; monitoring of carbon-ceramic brake wear (if equipped); regular check of specialized Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires for tread depth.
Fun Facts
1. The yellow daytime running lights are a tribute to GT racing cars. 2. The engine is essentially a de-tuned version of the unit found in the ultra-rare M4 CSL. 3. It utilizes 3D-printed cylinder head core parts for better weight and cooling management. 4. It holds one of the fastest four-door sedan lap times at the Nurburgring.
Identified on: 6/27/2026
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