BMW E30 M3 (1990)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 152 photos
• Video including engine run
• The engine was completely and thoroughly rebuilt in 2024 using genuine BMW parts at a cost of approximately 40,000€. The transmission has also already been rebuilt
• This is a collector’s item in exceptionally good condition—one of the best E30 M3s on the market. Mileage of 133,865 km is verifiable through TÜV reports and service records
• Incomplete service record book; however, a complete ownership history and comprehensive invoices for the 2024 engine and transmission overhauls are available

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1990
• First registration: Germany
• Engine: 2.3-liter four-cylinder (S14)
• Transmission: Manual
• Exterior color: Diamond Black Metallic
• Interior: Full black leather
• TÜV valid through 09/2026 (will be renewed upon sale)
• Equipment:
• Winter package
• Heated door locks and washer jets
• Sunroof
• The following modifications were made:
• Complete 2024 engine rebuild using genuine BMW parts by a renowned specialist shop

Condition

Exterior

• The exterior color of the BMW M3 E30 is Diamond Black Metallic
• The vehicle is an original collector’s item with minimal signs of use and a light patina
• The front bumper, hood, and fenders were repainted approximately ten years ago due to stone chips; other areas have been partially repainted
• No known rust damage
• Accident-free
• Front tires from 2021 with approximately 7 mm of tread; rear tires from 2013 with approximately 6 mm of tread

Interior

• The BMW M3 E30 is equipped with black full leather
• The interior is in its original, extremely well-maintained condition with only slight age-related wear
• All interior features are in perfect working order
• No known defects in the interior

Mechanics

• Ready to drive immediately and registered
• Engine and transmission have matching numbers
• Engine completely rebuilt in 2024
• Transmission fully overhauled
• Clutch and control arms replaced
• Numerous auxiliary components replaced

History

Ownership History

• February 2000 to present: 3rd owner
• 1990 to 2000: 1st owner and 2nd owner (son of the first owner)

Service History

• 2024 – Complete engine rebuild using genuine BMW parts, transmission overhaul, clutch and control arms replaced, numerous auxiliary components replaced; performed by a renowned specialist shop in the Ruhr region (approx. 40,000 EUR)
• 09/2025 – Service performed

Documents

• German vehicle documents
• Service log (incomplete)
• Invoices for engine, transmission, clutch, control arm, and auxiliary component work
• TÜV reports

Summary

For sale is a BMW M3 E30 in Diamond Black Metallic with black full leather interior, originally delivered in Germany in July 1990. The vehicle has a verifiable mileage of 133,865 km, as documented by TÜV reports, and has been owned by the current owner since February 2000. Of particular note are the complete engine rebuild carried out in 2024 using genuine BMW parts, the transmission overhaul, and the replacement of the clutch, control arms, and numerous auxiliary components—all documented with invoices totaling approximately 40,000 EUR. The engine and transmission have matching numbers. The accident-free vehicle, which has never been exposed to pets or smoking, shows no backlog of maintenance and has minimal signs of wear, making it a well-maintained collector’s item.