2018 BMW M3 CS: Frozen Dark Blue II 453 HP Full Merino Leather and the F80 Worth Holding Onto This 2018 BMW M3 CS is not just another F80 M3. This is the sharper rarer more focused version of the modern M3: a 2018 BMW M3 CS finished in Frozen Dark Blue II over Black/Silverstone Full Merino Leather powered by BMWs twin-turbo inline-six producing 453 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque and paired with the 7-speed M Double-Clutch Transmission . With an original total price of $106 845 this M3 CS was a serious factory build from day one. It combines the everyday usability of a four-door M sedan with the kind of performance hardware special color and limited-production character that make the CS model stand above a standard M3. This is the F80 for someone who wants more than just an M badge. This is the one with edge. Why the M3 CS Matters The F80 M3 was already an important car for BMW M. It brought turbocharged power serious torque aggressive styling and real track capability into a usable four-door sedan. The M3 CS takes that formula and sharpens it. It feels more focused more special and more intentional than a regular M3. The CS is the version for the buyer who understands that the details matter: the power bump the chassis tuning the special equipment the more aggressive personality and the sense that this is not the common version of the car. That is what makes the CS so appealing. It still has four doors. It still has real daily usability. It still has a trunk. It still has comfort features. But underneath that practicality is a car that feels far more serious than a normal sport sedan. Frozen Dark Blue II Is the Statement The color is a massive part of this cars appeal. Frozen Dark Blue II is not a normal paint choice. It is a special high-impact BMW color that gives this M3 CS a completely different presence. It looks expensive aggressive and rare without needing to be loud in the usual way. On the F80 body the color works perfectly. It highlights the wide fenders aggressive front bumper carbon roof profile black wheels and muscular stance. This is one of those colors that makes the car feel special before you even start it. A regular M3 in a common color is still a great car. An M3 CS in Frozen Dark Blue II is a different conversation. The CS Driving Experience The M3 CS gives you exactly what people want from a modern BMW M car: speed grip balance drama and usability. The twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six delivers 453 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque which gives this car the kind of punch that makes it feel alive at almost any speed. The engine pulls hard the car responds quickly and the whole package feels aggressive in a way that newer heavier performance cars often struggle to replicate. The 7-speed M Double-Clutch Transmission fits the CS personality perfectly. It is fast direct and built for performance driving. In a car like this DCT is not a compromise. It is part of what makes the CS so effective. It keeps the car sharp responsive and ready to attack a backroad on-ramp or track day without losing the ability to behave like a normal car around town. That dual personality is exactly why the M3 CS is so good. Full Merino Leather and Executive Package This car is not just a stripped performance sedan. It still has the right luxury and technology. The Black/Silverstone Full Merino Leather interior gives the cabin a premium motorsport-inspired look. It feels special without being overdone and it fits the character of the CS perfectly: sporty upscale and focused. The Executive Package adds the kind of features that make the car easier to live with including Icon Adaptive Full LED headlights Head-Up Display Automatic High Beams Power Rear Sunshade Speed Limit Info and Park Distance Control . It also has Apple CarPlay navigation heated front M Sport seats SiriusXM and harman/kardon Surround Sound . That is the beauty of the M3 CS. It can feel like a serious M car when you want to drive but it still works as a premium sedan when you need to use it. Why This Is a Car to Have and Hold The M3 CS has the right ingredients for long-term enthusiast appeal. It is a special model. It is more focused than a standard M3. It has the power stance and attitude buyers want. It has a rare factory color. It has a high original sticker. It has practical four-door usability. It represents one of the most exciting modern M3 generations. No car is guaranteed to appreciate but the M3 CS is the kind of car that makes sense to buy enjoy and hold onto because it is not just another used performance sedan. It is a limited higher-spec version of an already desirable M car. As newer M cars become larger more complex and more digitally isolated the F80 CS feels increasingly important. It still has aggression. It still has feedback. It still has that raw BMW M attitude. This is the M3 for someone who wants the special version. CARFAX History The CARFAX report shows: 43 302 miles 16 service history records 2 previous owners Personal lease and personal ownership history Last owned in California Prior BMW Certified Pre-Owned history No total loss reported No structural damage reported No airbag deployment reported No odometer rollback indicated No open recalls reported The CARFAX does show minor to moderate damage reported on 03/29/2022 with damage noted to the front and right front. The report shows no structural damage and no airbag deployment reported. Service history includes BMW dealer maintenance oil and filter changes brake fluid service spark plug service tire services four-wheel alignment front brake pads reconditioning records and recent window tint installation. For a performance car like this documented service history and prior BMW Certified Pre-Owned history are important parts of the story. Who This Car Is For This M3 CS is for the buyer who wants the sharpest and most special version of the F80 M3 without giving up everyday usability. It is for someone who wants: A 2018 BMW M3 CS Frozen Dark Blue II Black/Silverstone Full Merino Leather 453 horsepower 443 lb-ft of torque 7-speed M Double-Clutch Transmission Executive Package Head-Up Display Icon Adaptive Full LED headlights 19/20-inch M black wheels harman/kardon audio Apple CarPlay Prior BMW Certified Pre-Owned history A car that feels rare aggressive and usable This is not just transportation. This is a performance sedan with a pulse. Factory Options and Equipment 2018 BMW M3 CS RWD Frozen Dark Blue II Black/Silverstone Full Merino Leather Upholstery 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder M TwinPower Turbo Engine 453 Horsepower 443 lb-ft of Torque 7-Speed M Double-Clutch Transmission Executive Package Icon Adaptive Full LED Headlights Head-Up Display Automatic High Beams Power Rear Sunshade Speed Limit Info Park Distance Control Heated Front M Sport Seats Apple CarPlay Compatibility Manual Rear Side Window Shades Navigation System SiriusXM Satellite Radio harman/kardon Surround Sound System 19-Inch Front and 20-Inch Rear M Black Wheels 265/35R19 Front and 285/30R20 Rear Tires Final Thought This 2018 BMW M3 CS is the kind of modern M car that deserves attention. Frozen Dark Blue II. Black/Silverstone Full Merino Leather. 453 horsepower. 443 lb-ft of torque. M Double-Clutch Transmission. Executive Package. Head-Up Display. 19/20-inch M black wheels. Prior BMW Certified Pre-Owned history. 43 302 miles. It is fast rare usable and far more special than a standard M3. This is the F80 with extra edge extra presence and the kind of long-term enthusiast appeal that makes it worth buying driving and holding onto. _____________ Excellent Condition! We Accept Trades: We will help you move out of your current ride and into the car of your dreams. Talk to us about your car and we will make you an offer. Financing Available: We offer flexible financing through our extensive lending network with terms that meet all your needs allowing you to buy confidently. Mechanical Inspection and Service: All of our cars undergo a rigorous inspection to ensure we find and fix any issues and ensure you're getting a top-quality car. At Response Motors we are true enthusiasts and take pride in keeping these wonderful machines looking and running their best for our customers. Paint and Bodywork: At Response Motors we pride ourselves on the quality of the cars we sell. Take any of our cars straight from the showroom to the car show and each car gets an extensive 15+ hour paint correction and detail to bring the paint up to show car status and give them that head-turning and eye-popping deep glossy shine that they deserve. Of course the interior is just as important with a thorough steam cleaning and leather restoration as part of the package. This vehicle is being offered for sale by: Response Motors LLC 2490 Old Middlefield Way Mountain View CA 94043 Taxes tags and fees are not included in the sale price