Concoursio
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1986 BMW M3 (E30)

approx 17,970

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The car

Power197 bhp
Engine2.3L S14 inline-four
Builtapprox 17,970

The homologation-special M3 that became the definitive driver's sports saloon.

Finding one

Typical
£60,000
for a good example
Range
£30,000 to £250,000
variant (standard vs Evo/Sport Evolution/special editions), originality, mileage, history
For sale now
~30-40
public listings
regularstandard coupes most weeks; editions occasional · Last notable sale: 1988 car £126k, 15 Sep 2025; typical ~£46k-£55k

Market figures are indicative, drawn from public auction and listing data; they guide, they do not appraise.

Parts and support

Mechanicals well supported; M3-unique bodywork and trim are the pricey, scarce items

SpecialistsTurner MotorsportBMW ClassicJaymic (UK)Walloth & Nesch

In the network

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