BMW E30 M3 (1986–1991): specs and known issues
The BMW E30 M3 was produced 1986–1991, per Wikipedia. We do not have repair prices for it yet.
Specs from Wikipedia (revisions listed below)
E30 at a glance
| Production | March 1986 – June 1991 | [1] |
|---|---|---|
| Body style | Sedan, Convertible | [1] |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive | [1] |
| Wheelbase | 2562 mm (100.9 in) | [1] |
| Length | 4345 mm (171.1 in) | [1] |
| Width | 1680 mm (66.1 in) | [1] |
| Height | 1370 mm (53.9 in) | [1] |
| Curb weight | 1165–1360 kg (2568–2998 lb) | [1] |
Engines offered
Engine pages whose Wikipedia car list names the E30. It can include markets or variants, so confirm your engine code.
If you've had work done on one, ask for quotes or share what you paid in the form on any repair page, and it becomes a data point for the next owner.
Generations and body styles
- Next generation: E36 M3 (1992–1999)
Related models
More M3 chassis codes: E36 · E46 · E92 · F80 · G80 · G81
Other BMWs that started in the 1980s: E30 3 Series · E28 5 Series · E34 5 Series · E32 7 Series · Z1 Z1 · E28 M5 · E34 M5 · E24 M6
Common questions
When was the BMW E30 M3 produced?
March 1986 – June 1991, per Wikipedia.
Which engines were offered in the BMW E30 M3?
Engines whose Wikipedia articles name E30: S14. Check your car's engine code before relying on this list.
Sources
- Wikipedia: BMW M3 (revision 1380359856, read 2026-10-23)
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