1986 BMW M3 (E30)

approx 17,970 built

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Power197 bhp

Engine2.3L S14 inline-four

Production runapprox 17,970

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

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.

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

SpecialistsTurner MotorsportBMW ClassicJaymic (UK)Walloth & Nesch

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