29-Years-Owned 1988 BMW M3

The 1988 BMW E30 M3 is sold for $70,250 on Bring a Trailer. See Friday's Watchlist AI fair value, deal score, hammer-price prediction, and bidding intelligence for this 1988 BMW E30 M3auction.

The 1988 BMW M3 E30 is a true icon in the automotive world, celebrated for its lightweight design and thrilling performance. This particular example has been cherished by its current owner for 29 years, showcasing a well-preserved Alpine White exterior and luxurious Black leather interior. With only 99,000 miles on the clock, this M3 is a rare find, especially considering its limited production run of approximately 5,300 units for North America. The car is powered by the revered 2.3-liter S14 inline-four engine, paired with a five-speed manual transmission, ensuring an engaging driving experience. Its combination of classic styling, a robust engine, and a clean Carfax report makes it a desirable option for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Seller's description via Bring a Trailer: This 1988 BMW M3 is one of approximately 5,300 examples produced for the North American market between 1987 and 1990, and it shows 99k miles, about 55k of which were added by its current owner of 29 years. Finished in Alpine White over Black leather, the car is powered by a 2.3-liter S14B23 inline-f

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29-Years-Owned 1988 BMW M3 — Friday's Watchlist valuation summary

The 1988 BMW M3 E30 is a true icon in the automotive world, celebrated for its lightweight design and thrilling performance. This particular example has been cherished by its current owner for 29 years, showcasing a well-preserved Alpine White exterior and luxurious Black leather interior. With only 99,000 miles on the clock, this M3 is a rare find, especially considering its limited production run of approximately 5,300 units for North America. The car is powered by the revered 2.3-liter S14 inline-four engine, paired with a five-speed manual transmission, ensuring an engaging driving experience. Its combination of classic styling, a robust engine, and a clean Carfax report makes it a desirable option for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Sold price
$70,250
Fair value estimate
$79,129
Fair value range
$62,997 - $88,189
Confidence
HIGH
Comparable sales analyzed
15
Deal verdict
good deal
Deal score
7.8/100
Condition
Very Good (7.5/10)
Bids
45
Listing views
7,483

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