There were just 210 units produced, each with 145 kW and 285 Nm of torque. The third vehicle was a 1989-built E30 BMW 325is with a 2.7-liter engine sourced from Alpina.
There were several different variants of the well-over two million E30s produced, with engines ranging from the 86 bhp diesel to the 238 horsepower M3.
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3 Series BMW (E30)
The BMW E30, the successor of the E21 3 Series, is the second generation of the BMW 3 Series. It was manufactured between 1982 and 1994. In addition to being the first 3 Series to be produced in 4-door sedan and wagon/estate body types, the model range featured 2-door coupe and convertible body variants. It was propelled by four-, six-, and six-cylinder diesel engines, the latter of which was a first for the 3 Series. The first BMW with all-wheel drive was the E30 325iX.
Built on the E30 architecture, the original BMW M3 model was propelled by the BMW S14 four-cylinder petrol engine, which had a maximum output of 175 kW (235 bhp). On the E30 chassis was also built the BMW Z1 roadster. The E30 started to be phased out in 1990 after the release of the E36 3 Series.
Sales data for the BMW 3 Series E30
The BMW E30 M3 is one of the world’s most sought-after vehicles by enthusiasts. It is a genuine example of an automobile mythology from the turn of the century. The E30 M3 is very popular today. Recently, the workers at Galpin Auto Sports Garage completed the restoration of one of the specimens. Look at how lovely it is!
The world’s best touring car racing took place in Germany in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
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Specs for the BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US)
The E30 3 Series 325is (US) features a naturally-aspirated Inline 6 cylinder Petrol motor with the engine code M20B25, and it has a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 9 seconds, a peak speed of 122 mph (196 km/h), and a curb weight of 2864 lbs (1299 kgs). The highest output of this engine is 168 PS (166 bhp – 124 kW) at 5800 rpm and 222 Nm (163 lb.ft) at 4300 rpm. Rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 5 speed manual gearbox transfers power to the road. The E30 3 Series has a double joint spring strut (McPherson) axle front suspension and semi-trailing arms minibloc coil springs rear suspension, which are responsible for road holding, handling behavior, and ride comfort. The stock tire sizes for the front and rear are 195/65 on 14-inch rims, respectively. The E30 3 Series 325is (US) braking system features Vented Discs up front and Discs down back for stopping power. BMW produced the E30 3 Series model, a car with 4 doors and 5 seats that was sold new from 1987 to 1990 and is now only available used.
Who designed the BMW 325iS?
BMW South Africa developed the 325iS to take the place of the 2.5 liter, 126 kW 325i in Group N production car racing in reaction to the entry of the Opel Kadett 2 liter 16V into the Class A division. Early 325iS vehicles used a 2.5 liter engine along with a number of weight-saving modifications, such as alloy doors, boot hinges, and other steel pressings with drilled out areas. The “Evo 1” automobiles were superseded by the 2.7 liter 325iS, often known as the “Evo 2,” which had regular doors. It was introduced in the first half of 1990 and was powered by a 2.7-liter M20 engine that had been modified by Alpina to produce 145 kW. (194 hp). After the updated Opel Kadett 16V SuperBoss was released in 1991, BMW South Africa released the 325iS Evolution HP, sometimes known as the Evo 2. A 155 kW output was added to the motor (208 hp).
In 1993, the Evolution HP won the Group N Class A championship by taking 20 of the 24 races. The season-ending 9-hour race was won by the Robbi Smith and Geoff Goddard Evolution HP team.
325iS was created when?
The 325iS was a sportier version of the 325i that was released in 1985, the same year as the BMW 333i. There were only a few of each of the following versions: both 145 and 155 kW (both 2.7 litre naturally aspirated engines)
What kind of engine is in a 325is?
What kind of engine powers a BMW E30 3 Series 325is? The Inline 6, Petrol engine in the BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US) measures 2494 cm3 / 152.2 cu-in in volume.
A 1987 BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US) has how many horsepower? 168 PS/166 bhp/124 kW are the power ratings for the 1987 BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US).
What is the weight of a BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US)? The 1299 kg (2864 lb) BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US) weighs.
How fast can a BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US) go? The top speed of the BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US) is 196 km/h (122 mph).
Is the US-built BMW E30 3 Series 325is all-wheel drive (AWD)? The BMW E30 3 Series 325is (US) is not an all-wheel-drive vehicle (AWD). Rear wheel drive is used (RWD).
How many BMW E30s were made?
In the 1980s, small rear-wheel drive saloons were hard to come by. The Alfa Giulia, Triumph Vitesse, and other sporting vehicles of the 1960s and earlier were all reminiscent of the E30.
Despite having more features than earlier models, the weight of the construction was kept to a minimum thanks to stress analysis, and a five-door Touring joined the two- and four-door saloons, with two-door dropheads, which were originally built by Baur and then produced as a factory convertible.
BMW resisted the urge to alter a successful formula, instead improving nearly every aspect of the E21 for the E30. Electronics were utilized in fuel-injected vehicles, a lovely new five-speed transmission was available, the E21’s tail-happy handling had been dialed back in favor of a nice ride/handling compromise, and the heating and ventilation had been greatly enhanced.
In 1987, the five-door Touring was added to the lineup (left); the 325iX gave the 3 Series all-wheel drive.
The 323i offers a close-ratio ZF ‘box as an option for performance fans, but when the E30 was tested, sophistication really stood out. The 323i’s “excellent blend of elegance, smoothness, and reactivity” and its “high quality feel” were praised by Motor.
Although the back seat space was limited, the boot was enormous. The driving position “fits like a glove” and the “teutonically hard” seats were unexpectedly pleasant.
One of the few unique elements was a warning-light panel on the roof above the rearview mirror. Remember that the block from the four-cylinder engine served as the foundation for the turbo F1 engine in the 1980s, in case you thought it was the poor relation!
In order to set it apart from Baur’s Top Cabrio, BMW’s soft-top, which was gorgeous with its top disappearing out of sight, was unusual for the 1980s by having an open cockpit. The only issue the testers had was loud wind noise when standing. It was heavier due to additional bracing, and considerable scuttle shaking was unavoidable with the Sport setup typically used on the 325i, but in 1986 it was dubbed “the fastest production four-seater convertible you can buy.”
With 150 imports in 1986 and 250 in 1987, it was only available in the UK. The Touring, a true performance estate with a modest but useful load capacity that was slightly lighter than the convertible, debuted in 1988.
The M3 is not listed here because it will soon be discussed in its own buying guide. The same is true for other versions that were only available in specific markets, like 2.4 diesels and the 320iS.
The BMW E30 is it rare?
There are rare classic automobiles and then there are the really rare ones. With only 25 examples produced solely for the UK market, the Roberto Ravaglia edition E30 M3 is the most rare of all E30 M3s (BMW classifies the 480 Cecotto editions and 25 Ravaglia editions together, therefore the plaque reading 74/505). Only 16 of the 25 were made in Misano red, which is considered the model’s defining color. By winning nearly all of the races they contested, Johnny Cecotto and Roberto Ravaglia established the E30 M3 the most successful touring vehicle of all time and ensured the M3’s unquestionable legendary position. BMW created the M3 Cecotto and M3 Ravaglia as two limited edition versions as a tribute to their idols. The only E30 M3 made expressly for the UK, the Ravaglia is distinguishable by its limited paint colors (either Misano red or Nogaro silver), unusual wheels, body color painted rocker cover and plenum, and, of course, special edition plaque. It is unclear how many of the original 25 are still in existence, and even more critically, how many have the kind of provenance and history that today’s prices make crucial for any potential owner. This gorgeous M3 Ravaglia is one of them. The homologation special EVO II created towards the end of the chassis run is essentially a rarer variant of the Ravaglia and Cecotto cars.
Due to its near-perfect provenance, this excellent E30 M3 Ravaglia was delivered as a brand-new vehicle to Bolton BMW in September 1989. In its 28 years, the automobile has only traveled 53,500 miles with 4 keepers; the most recent owner, our customer, has had the vehicle since 1994 after purchasing it as an authorized used BMW from Vines in Horsham (which no longer exists as a branch). In his 23 years of ownership, this man has only driven 14,500 miles; he keeps the car in a heated garage and only uses it sometimes on dry days.
Munich Legends has had the good fortune to care for E30 M3s for well over 20 years, and we are renowned across the automotive industry for our knowledge of these incredible vehicles. Our technical team thoroughly and meticulously examined this exquisite Ravaglia, and they are really pleased with what they found. The Misano red paintwork is in exceptional shape, has a deep, lustrous shine, and is quite original. It is also corrosion free, sturdy, and mechanically perfect. With a beautiful patina on the leather and barely any evidence that the car has traveled 53,000 kilometers in its 28 years, the interior is pristine. It’s all precisely how it should be.
With a fresh inspection, two services, a MOT, a pre-delivery check, and four new tires, this exceptional M3 Ravaglia will be handed over to its new owner.
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Will BMW bring the E30 back?
Like last year, we will continue to select the BMW m3 e30 as our preferred vehicle in 2021.
This original BMW M3 e30 is completely equipped with modifications and DTM livery. It has all the necessary upgrades, including a fully original Recaro inside and DTM original (true racing ones, from BMW).
You name it: traditional) spoilers, DTMFiberworksz wheels, carbon fiber airbox, KW suspension, complete exhaust.
The best sensation is returning to the Nordschleife to take in the breathtaking roads and the Nordschleife itself at the Nurburgring.
As you can see, there were other great cars at the Nordschleife besides the BMW M3 e30 DTM. The car felt quite at home among BMW M3s, BMW antiques, and even a Koenigsegg.
The Corvette performed a sneaky lap at the Nordschleife after taking advantage of some fantastic Eiffel roads. Later, more on that.
We had to stop for dinner at the Paddock Restaurant because of the wonderful mural that commemorates real DTM racing.