Character and place in the range
Born on the track, tamed for the street.
0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. Top speed 235 km/h. It's really about the unprecedented cornering speeds and perfect 50/50 balance.
Engine range
S14B23: 2.3 Liter, 4-cylinder, 16v, ITBs. 195 - 220hp.
S14B25 (Sport Evo): 2.5 Liter homologation special. Only 600 built. 238hp.
Inspection and maintenance
Specific M3 parts are extremely rare and expensive. The S14 engine requires regular and specialist maintenance.
Condition varies more than specification. Inspect structure first, verify the engine’s time-sensitive service and road-test the complete car before valuing trim or options.
Details worth knowing
Almost every body panel on the M3 is different from a standard E30. Only the hood and sunroof were shared. The C-pillar was flattened for better aerodynamics.
The M3 concept originates directly from the legendary M1; the S14 engine is a four-cylinder relative of the legendary M1 block.
The E30 M3 is the most successful touring car in motorsport history with over 1,500 individual victories and 30 titles.