Exclusive new Limited Edition BMW M3 Coupé and Convertible models are now in Blighty. These special interpretations of the legendary 3-Series are available in a strictly limited – and suitably patriotic – colour palette of Imola Red, Mineral White or Santorini Blue.

Just 500 of these models will be built in total, each one featuring an edition-designation laser cut into the trim inlay on the dash. Mechanically, the Limited Edition 500 is unchanged over the M3, using the acclaimed 420bhp V8 engine, M-specific chassis with either six-speed manual or seven-speed M DCT transmission.

Each BMW M3 Limited Edition 500 will be trimmed with BMW’s Novillo leather with body-colour stitching on the sports seats and door panels. The cockpit features Piano Black interior trim, with the edition designation inlaid on the dash.

Customers of the BMW M3 Limited Edition 500 not only get an exclusive version of this Munich-bred sports car, they also benefit from a keen deal that sees well over £4,000 worth of additional equipment included for only £1,000 on top of the standard M3 Coupé and Convertible list prices, which are £55,690 and £59,785 respectively.