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1990 BMW M3 Restoration

Rebuilt 2.3L | 5 Speed Manual Transmission  | Full Restoration

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M3
VIN:
WBSAK0318LAE33997
Lot Number:
22052184
Odometer:
500
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
2.3L S14
Drive Type:
RWD
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Black/Anthracite
Interior Color:
Black/Grey
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
San Francisco
California
  • 1990 Model Year BMW M3 E30 Coupe
  • Anthracite exterior
  • Complete restoration completed in March of 2022
  • Car was repainted in Anthracite in October 2021 by Auto City in San Fransisco
  • The 2.3 liter S14 power plant has been fully rebuilt, and Photo documented
  • Kolbenschmitt main bearings
  • King XP p=max racing rod bearings
  • New connecting rod small end bushings
  • Crankshaft magnafluxed and micro-polished by Ed’s Crankshafts Hayward Ca
  • ARP rod bolts
  • ARP Main stud kit
  • ARP Head stud kit
  • E46 cam chain tensioner
  • New Chains
  • New tensioners
  • Elgin Cams 11mm lift 270’ duration
  • 95mm JE Pistons 10.3-1 compression, Dry film lubricant skirt, ceramic crown coating. 2350 liter
    displacement.
  • Cylinder head and ITB’s port matched and flowed, 30mm venturi , radius valve job, combustion chamber polished valve/valve seats unshrouded.
  • Evo light weight fly wheel
  • New clutch
  • CSF Aluminum radiator
  • New Behr heater core
  • New wires,plugs, cap
  • New coolant and fluid reservoirs
  • New driveshaft bearing
  • New O2 sensor
  • New exhaust reported by seller to be CARB approved
  • Header back system built by DECCAT with a Stella muffler
  • The 5 speed Gertag manual gearbox and limited slip differential have had a fluid service
  • Original equipment incudes 15″ basketweave wheels, a sunroof, a rear spoiler, fog lights, an onboard computer, front sport seats with black leather upholstery. and factory wide body flares
  • The original leather Recaro sport seats and rear bench have been refinished to like new condition by Karliz interiors , Novato Ca.
  • New BMW M# floor mats
  • Weighted M3 shift knob
  • Air conditioning has been converted to R134a refrigerant.
  • The suspension has been upgraded to Bilstein B6 dampeners
  • Brake calipers have been rebuilt with ATE OEM seals,
  • New Brake pads
  • New discs
  • Stainless steel braided lines.
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Background Story of this 1990 BMW M3

Overview of 1990 BMW M3 For Sale by Owner

During the Sixties, the German luxury automobile manufacturer began acquiring a reputation as a leading manufacturer of sports-oriented cars. While BMW’s history dates back to 1916, their supercar-worthy BMW M division was only established in the Seventies with their first car released in 1978. One of the division's highly successful M lines is the BMW M3, the first of which was based on the second-generation BMW E30 3 Series. The E30 M3 was produced from 1986 to 1991 when it was succeeded by the E36 M3. The model was a super hit and remains one of the best sports cars of all time by Automobile Magazine. This sublime example of a 1990 BMW E30 M3 Coupe is one of only 5,330 ever made for the North American market, and has covered just 500 miles after a complete restoration. Owning this car would be a truly once-in-a-lifetime chance, and we urge you to act fast, since cars like this go like the proverbial hot cakes.

Exterior and Interior

Part of the restoration included a repaint job finished in October 2021 and done in Anthracite by Auto City in San Francisco. Reportedly the car was bought brand new at Stevens Creek BMW. The M3s differentiation from the regular E30 includes a front body-colored splitter, a rear apron, and sill panels that were changed and made aerodynamically viable. The seller reports that the sunroof, rear spoiler, fog lights, and the factory body flares are all original. It sits on a set of original BMW 15” basketweave wheels done in silver with silver-colored brake calipers. The interior features a predominantly black color scheme with grey used for the cloth linings. The seller reports that the original black leather Recaro seats and rear bench have been redone to like new by Karliz Interiors, while new BMW M floor mats were added. The plain black BMW branded 4-spoke steering wheel looks inconspicuous due to its styling. The center-located transmission stick has a weighted M3 shift knob. Keeping the occupants cool is an AC system thoughtfully converted to use R134a refrigerant.

Engine

Powering this 1990 BMW M3 is a 2.35L displacement S14 inline-4 engine coupled to a 5-speed Getrag manual transmission with Limited Slip Differential and has been fluid serviced. On its own, this engine has fine racing pedigree in its DNA, based on the M/12/13 engine that powered the Brabham, Arrows, and Formula Benetton Formula 1 cars of the Eighties. The seller reports many upgrades done on the car including King XP P=max racing rod bearings, new connecting rod small end bushings, a magnafluxed crankshaft and micro-polished by Ed’s Crankshafts in Hayward CA, 11mm lift 270’ duration Elgin cams, cylinder head and ITB’s port matched and flowed 30mm venturi, radius valve job, combustion chamber polished valve/valve seats unshrouded, 95mm JE Pistons 10.3-1 compression, Dry film lubricant skirt, ceramic crown coating, an Evo lightweight flywheel, CSF aluminum radiator, new Behr heater core, a header back system built by DECCAT with a Stella muffler and the new exhaust is reported to be CARB approved, ARP rod bolts, new connecting rod small end bushings, ARP Main stud kit, ARP Head stud kit, ARP Head stud kit, E46 cam chain tensioner, new chains and tensioners, new clutch, new wires, plugs and cap, Kolbenschmitt main bearings, new coolant, and fluid reservoirs, and a new driveshaft bearing, new O2 sensor. The seller reports that the engine rebuild has been fully rebuilt with photo documentation. A new set of Bilstein B6 dampeners keep the car steady, while the stopping power is enhanced with new brake calipers rebuilt with ATE OEM seals, new brake pads, new discs, and new stainless steel braided lines. The seller also reports that the upgrades are photo-documented.

1990 Model Year BMW M3 E30 Coupe     Anthracite exterior         Complete restoration completed in March of 2022     Car was repainted in Anthracite in October 2021 by Auto City in San Fransisco     The 2.3 liter S14 power plant has been fully rebuilt, and Photo documented     Kolbenschmitt main bearings     King XP p=max racing rod bearings     New connecting rod small end bushings     Crankshaft magnafluxed and micro-polished by Ed’s Crankshafts Hayward Ca     ARP rod bolts     ARP Main stud kit     ARP Head stud kit     E46 cam chain tensioner     New Chains     New tensioners     Elgin Cams 11mm lift 270’ duration     95mm JE Pistons 10.3-1 compression, Dry film lubricant skirt, ceramic crown coating. 2350 liter
displacement.     Cylinder head and ITB’s port matched and flowed, 30mm venturi , radius valve job, combustion chamber polished valve/valve seats unshrouded.     Evo light weight fly wheel     New clutch     CSF Aluminum radiator     New Behr heater core     New wires,plugs, cap     New coolant and fluid reservoirs     New driveshaft bearing     New O2 sensor     New exhaust reported by seller to be CARB approved     Header back system built by DECCAT with a Stella muffler     The 5 speed Gertag manual gearbox and limited slip differential have had a fluid service     Original equipment incudes 15″ basketweave wheels, a sunroof, a rear spoiler, fog lights, an onboard computer, front sport seats with black leather upholstery. and factory wide body flares     The original leather Recaro sport seats and rear bench have been refinished to like new condition by Karliz interiors , Novato Ca.     New BMW M# floor mats     Weighted M3 shift knob     Air conditioning has been converted to R134a refrigerant.     The suspension has been upgraded to Bilstein B6 dampeners     Brake calipers have been rebuilt with ATE OEM seals,     New Brake pads     New discs     Stainless steel braided lines.

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Current Ask
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Forged from the desire to really make the Ultimate Driving Machine, the BMW M3 first appeared on BMW’s E30 generation of 3-Series, way back in 1986. Since then, every 3-Series, right up to the current G80 generation has had a corresponding M3. Throughout its life so far, the M3 has had four, six and eight-cylinder power. It’s enjoyed natural aspiration and forced induction. It’s been made in coupe, convertible, sedan and station wagon forms. But one thing has always remained true, its amazing enthusiast-pleasing driving manners. You see, the M3 isn’t about outright speed and power. It's never been about that. Instead, its about providing a package that’s engaging to drive and practical to live with. This G80-era 2023 BMW M3 Competition xDrive Sedan is living proof of that ethos. It’s a four-door sedan with all-wheel drive, the Executive Package, Carbon Fiber Trim Package and even a Matte Black PPF! And yet, it’s supremely amazing to drive while being able to carry your family on their regular errands. If you’re interested, this 21,380-mile car is currently available in Lima, Ohio.

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