Peter Singhof, courtesy of RM Sotheby’s
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This example of a 1988 BMW M3 sold at the RM Sotheby’s Essen auction for €51,750 (currently about $54,700 ) in 2019.
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The pristinely preserved interior of this former RM Sotheby’s auction lot, as viewed through the open sunroof.
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The original M3’s front splitter, bulging fender flares, flat rear window, raised decklid, and a prominent spoiler are all in service of reduced drag.
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The BMW S14 inline-four engine inside a 1988 M3.
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The BMW M3 has room for two passengers at the back.
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A close-up of the shifter for the Getrag five-speed manual gearbox in a 1988 BMW M3.
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For marque enthusiasts looking to relive the glory days of BMW Motorsport, nothing beats the original M3.
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An excellent base model M3 can bring $140,000, with a “good condition” example hovering in the $60,000 to $80,000 territory.