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WBS8M9C55G5E68723 — 2016 BMW M3 — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

2016 BMW M3

Lot #40965423 · VIN WBS8M9C55G5E68723

🇺🇸 IAAILeft SideKeys included✓ Runs & drivesSold

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2016 BMW M3, Left Side, IAAI, VIN WBS8M9C55G5E68723 · photo 1 of 16

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What does the damage type «Left Side» mean

The auction has not listed a specific damage type for this lot. That does not mean the car is problem-free — we recommend reviewing the lot with our expert before placing a bid.

What may be damaged

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Auction IAAI · Lot #40965423

Expected lot priceto be confirmedThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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✓ We inspect the lot on request — specialist video report✓ Fixed $500 commission, no hidden fees✓ Delivery + turnkey customs clearance in 45–60 days

Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine525 260 ₴≈ 11 744 USD

1 · Auction price3 000 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT3 984 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker1 000 USD

5 · Certification + registration190 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN WBS8M9C55G5E68723 history

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Dec 7, 2024

SoldPrice unknown

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: BMW M3 2016

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 5.

Most-reported systems

Engine
3
Suspension
1
Power Train
1
Structure
1

Official recalls

Power Train
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.
Remedy: BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign: 18V713000
Structure
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign: 16V653000
Power Train
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 M3 Sedan vehicles manufactured May 30, 2015, to September 2, 2015, 2016 M4 Coupe vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to September 11, 2015, and 2015-2016 M4 Convertible vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to August 4, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft with a slip-joint that may not have been filled with grease. As a result, the slip-joint may fail over time.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driveshaft, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign: 15V782000

Source: NHTSA (USA). This is model-level statistics, not a report on this specific car.

2016 BMW M3

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