The BMW M3 E30 Today, it is considered one of the most significant and sought-after sports models in BMW history. Hardly any other vehicle embodies the brand's motorsport DNA as authentically as the first M3, which was originally developed as a homologation model for touring car racing. The special edition BMW M3 E30 Europameister offered here is particularly rare, having been produced in a strictly limited run of only 1988 units at the end of 148. This special edition celebrated BMW's victory in the 1988 European Touring Car Championship. Roberto Ravaglia, who won the title with the BMW M3 for BMW Motorsport. The special edition model received an exclusive combination of equipment and is now considered one of the rarest and most collectible E30 M3 special edition models ever.

The BMW M3 E30 has enjoyed cult status among BMW enthusiasts and collectors for many years. Its high-revving S14 four-cylinder engine, direct steering, compact body, and immediate driving dynamics continue to provide an exceptionally analog driving experience. While many vehicles have been restored, rebuilt, or heavily modified over the years, original examples with a verifiable history are now rare – especially limited-production special models with original mileage.

The vehicle offered here is an original. BMW M3 E30 Europameister Model 061/148 with a verifiable, fourth-hand history. It was first registered on 02.12.1988 in GermanyOf particular note is the exceptionally original overall condition of the vehicle: The car is in very good technical and visual condition and was deliberately not restored or partially restored – an important difference to many vehicles offered today. 

The original mileage is verifiable, and a documented service history from 1994 onwards is available. For many years, the vehicle was only registered with seasonal license plates and has been deregistered and stored in a collection since 2015. Overall, this M3 presents itself as an extremely authentic, honest, and rare collector's item with a high degree of originality and significant motorsport historical value.

BMW M3 E30 data

• First registration 02.12.1988
• Read mileage: 122.175 km
• Engine S14B23 143 kW (195 hp) with G-Kat
• Color: Macao Blue metallic
• Upholstery: Extended Nappa leather interior

Special features

• Badge with Roberto Ravaglia signature, cruise control, on-board computer II, headlight washers, electric steel sunroof, electric windows, M footrest, M-Technik interior mirror, M-Technik I steering wheel
• Original 3-piece BBS RS wheels with 226/16 ZR16 Dunlop Sport 9000 tires front/rear