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1988 BMW M3

United States • 12 May 2026

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This 1988 BMW M3 is a North American market example finished in Cinnabar Red over black Bison leather. It features a rebuilt 2.3-liter engine, a five-speed manual transmission, and several modifications, including Bilstein dampers and H&R springs. The car has an accident history and refinished body panels, with 164k miles shown.

Condition

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The car has moderate wear on the exterior, interior, and wheels. The Carfax report lists an accident in December 1999 that resulted in damage to the left rear corner of the car, and the selling dealer notes that various body panels have been refinished. There may be a few small dents, light paint scratches, or noticeable curb marks.

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Manual

Transmission:

WBSAK0307J2196544

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Odometer:

164,000 miles

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LHD

2.3-Liter S14 Inline-Four Five-Speed Manual Transmission Limited-Slip Differential Cinnabar Red Paint Black Bison Leather Upholstery 15” Basketweave Wheels Bilstein Dampers w/H&R Springs Sunroof Rear Spoiler Fog Lights Front Sport Seats Cassette Stereo Air Conditioning Onboard Computer Carfax Report
This 1988 BMW M3 is one of approximately 5,300 examples produced for the North American market between 1987 and 1990, and it is powered by a replacement 2.3-liter S14B23 inline-four that was rebuilt prior to being installed in 2006.

Finished in Cinnabar Red over black Bison leather upholstery, the car handles shifting via a limited-slip differential.

It rides on 15″ basketweave wheels, Bilstein dampers, and H&R springs, and additional equipment includes a sunroof, a rear spoiler, fog lights, front sport seats, a cassette stereo, air conditioning, and an onboard computer.

Acquired by the selling dealer in 2026, this E30 M3 is offered with a Carfax report and a clean New York title.

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