This 2002 BMW M Coupe was modified between 2010 and 2012 by VAC Motorsports, who built its 700+ horsepower S54 inline-six with their Stage 3 cylinder head, camshafts, coated bearings, throttle bodies, oil pump, injectors, and pulleys. The engine also uses Arrow connecting rods, CP forged pistons, and a VFEngineering Stage 2 supercharger kit along with Supersprint headers, high-flow catalytic converters, and uprated cooling components, and it is linked to a five-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Supporting modifications include KW V3 coilovers, Brembo brakes, HRE wheels, and a five-point roll bar, which was mounted in the reupholstered interior along with a custom sound system and more as described below. The body was fitted with a Hartge carbon-fiber hood and Hamann front and rear spoilers before it was refinished in its factory shade of Imola Red. Since completion of the build, the car has been featured in multiple BMW-centric magazines and was awarded “Best Modified BMW” in the 2012 Bimmerfest Battle of the Bimmers. The car was purchased by the seller’s brother in 2004, and ownership later passed to the seller. Dubbed “EVIL BMR”, this M Coupe now has 81k miles and is offered in California with a clean Carfax report, a magazine feature and award, and an Arizona title.

The car was fitted with a Hartge vented carbon-fiber hood and a Hamann front and rear spoilers before it was repainted its factory shade of Imola Red. A flush-mount reverse camera is integrated into the rear plate, and the factory antenna was removed and the hole was filled. HID headlights have been retrofitted, and fog lights were also mounted along with smoked taillights.

The suspension has been modified with KW Variant 3 two-way adjustable coilovers, PowerGrid sway bar end links, uprated sway bars, VAC suspension bushings, and TCKline spherical rear shock mounts.

Brembo GT big-brake kits are mounted behind the fully polished 19″ HRE 595 three-piece wheels. The Michelin Pilot Sport rubber measures 265/35 up front and 305/30 out back.

The roll bar was painted to match the body, and the interior was redone with black leather, an Alcantara headliner and inserts, and red contrast stitching. Sound insulation was added below the carpeting, and the trim was color-matched to the exterior.

La Jolla Audio custom-built the sound system, which features the following components:

• Alpine IVA-W910BT head unit
• Alpine PXA-H701 processor
• Focal Utopia three-way front stage
• Alpine F#1 rear speakers
• JL Audio 10W6v2 subwoofer
• Alpine F#1 / ARC amplifiers
• Escort 9500ci Radar Detector with front and rear laser jammers
• FTM10R built-in Ham/track radio
• Flush iPhone mount

The flat-bottom carbon/leather wheel was added along with Defi gauges, a polished shift knob and handbrake lever, and AC Schnitzer pedals. The digital odometer indicates 81k miles.

VAC Motorsports built the 700+ horsepower S54 inline-six with their Stage 3 cylinder head, camshafts, coated bearings, ported throttle bodies, competition oil pump, injectors, and pulleys. The engine uses Arrow connecting rods, CP forged pistons, and a VFEngineering Stage 2 Vortech supercharger kit along with Supersprint headers and high-flow catalytic converters and an air-water intercooler. Two Bosch fuel pumps are used along with a Zionsville oversized radiator/oil cooler, and a carbon-fiber valve cover was installed as well. The build is documented on VAC’s website. According to the seller, the engine produced 740 horsepower on VAC’s Dynapack using 100-octane fuel.

A Tilton triple-disc VAC custom clutch package was also installed along with weld-in chassis reinforcements, a Dinan differential upgrade, VAC differential bushings, and a Meisterschaft GT rear exhaust system.

The car has been featured in multiple BMW-centric magazines and was awarded “Best Modified BMW” in the 2012 Bimmerfest Battle of the Bimmers.

The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage.

The Arizona title is a duplicate. The car has not been inspected by the California Bureau of Automotive Repair since the modifications were performed.

Previous Listing:
2002 BMW M COUPE (S54) – “EVIL BMR” - ONE OF A KIND - 740HP VAC BUILD - MAGAZINE FEATURED - TROPHY WINNER
MAKE: BMW
MODEL: M COUPE
YEAR: 2002
VIN: 5UMCN93452LK61235
MILEAGE: Approx. 1,500 since full rebuild
ENGINE: VAC-Built Forged S54 + VF Stage 2 Supercharger
TRANSMISSION: 5-Speed Manual
LOCATION: Southern California
TITLE: Clean California Title
COLOR: Imola Red
INTERIOR: Black Leather & Alcantara, Red Stitching
FUEL: 91 & 100 Octane Tuned Maps
HORSEPOWER: Up to 740 BHP
NAME: “EVIL BMR” (documented project title)

VEHICLE OVERVIEW
This is “EVIL BMR,” a one-of-a-kind 2002 BMW M Coupe — 1 of 678 S54-powered U.S. models — and the result of a no-expense-spared, 740HP supercharged build carried out by VAC Motorsports, VF Engineering, La Jolla Audio, Amato’s Auto Body and HRE

Designed to be the ultimate street-legal, track-capable M Coupe that could run on the stock DME with catalytic converters, the car pushes the boundaries of what’s possible with a factory-ECU platform. It made 740 BHP on VAC’s Dynapack using 100-octane fuel and 695 HP on a conservative map, with a refined 91-octane tune also available. The build was featured in Performance BMW Magazine, and the car took 1st Place at BimmerFest 2012.  The trophy comes with the car.

ENGINE & POWERTRAIN

• VAC “Supercharged Series” Built S54
• VAC Stage 3 Cylinder Head
• VAC Supercharger Cams
• Arrow Connecting Rods
• CP Forged Pistons
• VAC HP-Coated Rod & Main Bearings
• VAC Ported Throttle Bodies
• VAC Competition Oil Pump
• VAC Underdrive Pulleys
• VAC Custom Dyno Tuning
• VF Engineering Stage 2 SC Kit
• Vortech V3 Blower (19 PSI)
• Overdriven Crank Pulley
• Air/Water Intercooler
• Custom Dual Bosch Fuel Pump System (A/N lines)
• VAC 60lb Injectors + Fuel Rail
• Zionsville Oversized Radiator/Oil Cooler Combo
• VAC Oil Filter Housing
• Carbon Fiber Valve Cover
• Meisterschaft GT Rear Exhaust
• HJS High-Flow Cats
• Supersprint Headers
• Max Output: 740 BHP on 100 Octane

DRIVETRAIN & CHASSIS

• VAC Ultimate Multi-Plate Flywheel
• Tilton Carbon-Carbon Clutch Pack
• TC-Designs Transmission Cross-Member
• Dinan Differential
• VAC Upgraded Differential Bushings
• Weld-In Chassis Reinforcements

SUSPENSION & BRAKES

• KW Variant 3 2-Way Adjustable Coilovers
• PowerGrid Sway Bar End Links
• Upgraded Anti-Roll Bars
• VAC Suspension Bushings
• TCKline Spherical Rear Shock Mounts (RSMs)
• Brembo GT Big Brake Kit (Front & Rear)

WHEELS & TIRES

• HRE 3-Piece Fully Polished 19” Wheels
• Toyo R-Compound Tires
• 235/35-ZR19 Front
• 295/30-ZR19 Rear

EXTERIOR

• Full repaint in BMW Imola Red II (Amato’s Auto Body)
• Hartge Vented Hood (1 of 17 made)
• Hamann Front Lip & Dual Rear Wings
• HID Headlight Retrofit (High, Low, Driving)
• OEM Antenna Removed + Welded Smooth
• Flush-Mounted Reverse Camera (Rear Plate)

INTERIOR

• Full Black Leather + Alcantara Interior w/ Red Stitching
• Custom Carbon/Leather D-Shaped Steering Wheel (with wireless audio controls)
• Imola Red Color-Matched Gauge Bezels, Dash Trim, A/C Vents, and Door Trim
• Alcantara Headliner
• HushMat Sound Deadening
• 5-Point Harness
• Custom Roll Bar (Body Color)

Integrated Electronics & Audio: – La Jolla Audio Custom Build

• Alpine IVA-W910BT (Double DIN w/ Custom Dash Mod & Gauge Relocation)
• Alpine PXA-H701 Processor
• Focal Utopia 3-Way Front Stage
• Alpine F#1 Rear Speakers
• JL Audio 10W6v2 Subwoofer (fiberglass rear panel enclosure)
• Alpine F#1 / ARC Amplifiers
• Escort 9500ci Radar Detector w/ Front & Rear Laser Jammers
• Defi Gauges (incl. SC Water Temp)
• FTM10R Built-in Ham/Track Radio
• Flush iPhone Mount

OWNERSHIP & ACCOLADES

• Purchased in 2004 (2nd Owner)
• ~1,500 miles on VAC motor
• Always Garaged, Southern CA, No Rust, Clean CA Title
• 1st Place – BimmerFest 2012 
• Featured in 4 different Car Magazines (inc. Performance BMW Magazine)

INCLUDED WITH SALE

• Original OEM Wheels
• Some OEM Exhaust, Headers, Shocks, and Various Suspension Components
• Some Original Interior Pieces
• Keys

WHY SELL?
This project was never about resale — this car is the culmination of years of vision, collaboration, and investment. With approx $200,000 into the build and with industry-best names involved, this is your opportunity to own a documented one-off M Coupe legend. Ready for its next chapter.

SHIPPING & PAYMENT TERMS
Vehicle located in Southern California
Buyer responsible for transport or pickup
$500 deposit due within 24 hours
Full payment due within 7 days (wire or certified funds)

FINAL NOTES
There are fast cars. There are rare cars. And then there is EVIL BMR — a supercharged, 750hp, stock-DME  One of Kind M Coupe built by the best, tuned to perfection, and wrapped in one of the nicest OEM+ interiors ever created. It’s as comfortable on a Sunday cruise as it is hammering around a track. Clean title. Ready to go. Serious buyers only.