How to shop for a BMW M3 in Arlington, TX
Start at BMW of Arlington, the only BMW store in Arlington and an authorized BMW M Certified Dealer. Pick your M3 from the maker’s figures, value your trade online, line up financing, then reserve an incoming M3 or place a custom factory order and book a test drive.
The M3 comes in three trims at different prices and power levels. The steps that follow take you from choosing one to driving it home from East Lamar Boulevard.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Arlington. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
BMW of Arlington is the place to start shopping for an M3 in Arlington
BMW of Arlington, at 1105 E Lamar Blvd, is the only BMW store inside Arlington. We sit on the East Lamar Boulevard corridor in the middle of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, which makes us the BMW store for the mid-cities and the southern suburbs.
Our staff take part in annual M training as part of the store’s authorized BMW M Certified Dealer status. We sell new BMW models from the X1 and 2 Series through the X7, the 3, 5 and 7 Series, BMW M, and the electric i4, i5, i7 and iX, including the M2, M3 and M5. We are part of Group 1 Automotive, and we run a full service, parts and financing operation.
The other BMW stores in the metro sit in Fort Worth, Grapevine, Plano and Dallas. Here in Arlington, a test drive, a trade appraisal or an oil change does not mean a cross-metro drive.
What should you know about the 2026 BMW M3 before you shop?
The maker’s own figures set your budget and your shortlist. The M3 Sedan starts at $79,300, and the M3 Competition xDrive Sedan starts at $88,600.
According to BMW’s published 2026 specifications, each trim seats five. Power rises with the trim, so pick the trim before you talk financing, since the trim sets the starting price.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Horsepower (hp) | Torque (lb-ft) | Combined mpg (EPA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 Sedan | $79,300 | 473 | 406 | 19 |
| M3 Competition Sedan | $83,500 | 503 | 479 | 19 |
| M3 Competition xDrive Sedan | $88,600 | 523 | 479 | 18 |
EPA’s 2026 certification rates the M3 Sedan with the six-speed manual at 16 mpg city, 23 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined. The Competition Sedan is rated 16, 23 and 19, and the Competition xDrive Sedan is rated 16, 23 and 18.
What should you check on a certified pre-owned BMW M3?
Check those three limits against any car before you talk about price.
BMW of North America’s published rule is that a BMW Certified vehicle must be five years old or newer with more than 300 miles and under 60,000, and each one carries the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Limited Protection Plan, which covers one year with unlimited miles after the original warranty ends (BMW of North America, 2026).
Ask the sales team which model year and mileage the car has.
How do you get a trade-in value before you visit BMW of Arlington?
Enter your license plate, VIN, or make and model in our online trade-in tool, and it returns a price for your car. Get that number before you visit, so you can price the M3 and your trade as two separate figures.
Appointments can be booked online, in person, or by phone. Once you have the trade figure, book the visit and bring the car’s details with you.
How do you pay for a BMW M3 in Arlington, TX?
Budget for the Texas sales tax and the dealer’s documentation fee, which Texas rules govern, on top of the sticker price.
On a Texas purchase, a vehicle inventory tax may appear as its own line from the dealer. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts treats it as a property tax on the dealer rather than the buyer, and sales tax is not charged on that separately stated line (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, 2026).
Registration costs vary by county. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ 2026 fee chart lists the local fee in Tarrant County at $10, and no Texas county charges the full $31.50 the statute allows (Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, 2026).
In a July 2026 Google review, Darryl S. wrote: “The Experience was awesome. The sales rep and the finance staff were polite and professional.” That is one customer’s finance visit.
How do you reserve, order or test drive the exact M3 you want?
Reserve an incoming M3 from the inventory listing, or place a custom factory order for the exact build you want. Appointments can be booked online, in person or by phone, so book your visit to see the car before you commit.
In a July 2026 Google review, Charles L. wrote: “Hasan Diksin did an outstanding job keeping me informed throughout the ordering process.” That describes one ordering process rather than a promise about every order.
How do you book BMW M service in Arlington after you buy an M3?
We run a full service, parts and financing operation at 1105 E Lamar Blvd, with BMW service and parts on site. An oil change on the M3 you buy here does not mean a cross-metro drive.
In an August 2026 Google review, Alicia R. wrote: “Had a great experience with BMW of Arlington. I was able to complete most paperwork remotely and what was left was done in a seemingly timely manner. Got a fair offer on trade in as well. It was definitely worth the 8 hour round trip drive to get my new 26’ M4 competition from them.” That visit covered the paperwork and the trade rather than a service appointment.
How do BMW stores around Arlington compare on Google reviews?
BMW of Arlington is the only one of these six stores inside Arlington.
| Dealer | Address | Google rating (Google, 2026) | Google reviews (Google, 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW of Arlington | 1105 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011 | 4.5 | 5,810 |
| Sewell BMW of Grapevine | 1111 E State Hwy 114, Grapevine, TX 76051 | 4.4 | 1,560 |
| Autobahn BMW Fort Worth | 2828 Westside Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76107 | 4.6 | 1,551 |
| BMW of Dallas | 6200 Lemmon Ave, Dallas, TX 75209 | 4.6 | 10,045 |
| Sewell BMW of Plano | 6800 Dallas Pkwy, Plano, TX 75024 | 4.5 | 4,930 |
| BMW of McKinney | 2601 N Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75071 | 4.9 | 3,461 |
Frequently asked questions
Is BMW of Arlington the only BMW dealer in Arlington, TX?
Yes, BMW of Arlington is the only BMW store inside Arlington. The BMW stores in Fort Worth, Grapevine, Plano and Dallas are all outside the city. For a buyer in Arlington, Mansfield or Grand Prairie, that means one BMW store where you do not need a cross-metro drive.
What warranty comes with a new BMW M3?
Ask the sales team to show you the warranty terms for the exact car you are considering.
How does the BMW M3 differ from a standard 3 Series?
According to BMW’s published 2026 specifications, the 330i Sedan starts at $48,000 with 255 hp, and the M340i Sedan starts at $62,300 with 386 hp. The M340i is the closest 3 Series to the M3 on power, against the M3 Sedan’s 473 hp.
How far is BMW of Arlington from Mansfield, Grand Prairie and Fort Worth?
BMW of Arlington is at 1105 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011, on the East Lamar Boulevard corridor. Enter that address in your map app with your starting point to get the drive for your route.
What do buyers say about buying a car at BMW of Arlington?
In a September 2026 Google review, Matthew C. described a smooth, professional pre-owned purchase with no unnecessary pressure and a salesperson who was knowledgeable and patient. That is one buyer’s visit, not a promise about every purchase.
How BMW of Arlington lets you browse, value a trade and get pre-approved online
For the Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie or mid-cities buyer who wants an M3 handled locally, BMW of Arlington keeps the work close. You browse, value your trade and get pre-approved online, then finish in the showroom at 1105 E Lamar Blvd.
Our Google record is 4.5 stars across 5,810 reviews, with 83 in 100 of them five-star (Google, 2026). We are part of Group 1 Automotive, and we sell new, used and certified pre-owned BMW models.
Trade-in customers can visit with or without an appointment. Sales is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and it is closed on Sunday. Start by browsing the M3 options and valuing your trade.
BMW of Arlington puts the M3 choice, the trade value and the pre-approval in one place, so the showroom visit is the last step. Start with the M3 options online, then book your visit to 1105 E Lamar Blvd.
BMW of Arlington answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Arlington showroom, or call 817-968-1153.
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