BMW M3 E30 European Champion 061/148

Very well maintained original condition without maintenance backlog

Today, the BMW M3 E30 is one of the most important 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 European Champion offered here is particularly rare and was produced in a strictly limited edition of just 148 units at the end of 1988. The occasion was Roberto Ravaglia's victory in the 1988 European Touring Car Championship, who won the title for BMW Motorsport with the BMW M3. The special model was given an exclusive equipment combination and is now regarded as one of the rarest and most collectible E30 M3 special 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 still provide an exceptionally analogue driving experience today. While many vehicles have been restored, rebuilt or heavily modified over the years, original examples with a traceable history are now rare to find - especially special models with low numbers and original mileage.

The vehicle offered here is an original BMW M3 E30 European Champion model 061/148 with a traceable history from a fourth owner. It was first registered in Germany on 02.12.1988. Particularly noteworthy is the exceptionally original overall condition of the vehicle: The car is in very good technical and visual condition and has deliberately not been restored or partially restored - an important difference to many vehicles on offer today.

The original mileage is traceable and there is a documented service history from 1994 onwards. For many years, the vehicle was only registered with seasonal licence plates and has been stored in a collection since 2015. Overall, this M3 presents itself as an extremely authentic, honest and rare collector's vehicle with high original substance and special motorsport-historical significance. Detailed pictures of the underbody can be found here.

BMW M3 E30 data
First registration 02.12.1988
Mileage read: 122,175 km
Engine S14B23 143 kW (195 PS) with G-cat
Colour: Macao blue metallic
Upholstery: Extended Nappa leather upholstery
Special equipment features

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

The sales price is 129,900 EUR, VAT not showable according to §25a (differential taxation). Worldwide shipping is possible.