Vehicle Details
- Year: 1989
- Make: BMW
- Model: M3
- VIN: WBSAK0304K2198513
- Mileage Shown: 139,000
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Zinnoberrot Red
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Austin, TX 78744
- Lot #: V-0026059-DT
Unveiled in 1986 as the first BMW M3, the original E30 version is cherished as the foundation for 6 further generations. This 1989 example has been refinished in Zinnoberot Red over a Natur leather. Equipment includes a sunroof, front sport seats, and air conditioning, while modifications include a Dinan S3 suspension system, 16” Hartge wheels, a Kenwood stereo, a Stromung exhaust system, and M3 Sport Evolution-style rear wing and carbon fiber front splitter. Accompanied by extensive documentation, this E30 M3 is now being offered for auction out of Texas with approximately 139k miles on the odometer.
This M3 is said to have been refinished in Zinnoberrot Red and features an electric sunroof, tinted windows, twin polished exhaust outlets, and wider fenders in comparison to the standard E30. The exterior has been modified with a Sport Evolution-style rear spoiler and carbon fiber front splitter, along with European-style tow hook covers. Aftermarket 16” Hartge wheels are mounted with Toyo Proxes R888 tires. Minor blemishes are depicted in the gallery, and the CARFAX report shows damage in 2009.
The cabin is appointed with Natur leather and features front sports seats, an onboard computer, air conditioning, cruise control, and power windows, mirrors, and locks. Aftermarket accessories include a Kenwood stereo with a retractable screen and an Escort Passport 9500Ci radar detector. Modifications include a Sport Evolution-style shift knob and parking brake handle, a microsuede-wrapped center armrest, an Alcantara-wrapped M-Tech II steering wheel, and an M Sport dead pedal.
The E30 M3 equips a 2.3-liter S14 inline four-cylinder engine rated at 192 HP and 170 lb.-ft of torque. The cylinder head is said to have been rebuilt along with the head gasket, valves and guides, and timing chain and tensioners in 2003. Work completed since 2021 includes the replacement of upper and lower oil pan gaskets and the installation of a 3.46:1 limited-slip differential. Additional modifications consist of aluminum front control arms, polyurethane control arm bushings, a Racing Dynamics front strut brace, a Stromung exhaust system with a VSR center section, H&R 15mm spacers, and a Dinan S3 suspension package including revised dampers, springs, and sway bars. Some finish appears to have worn away from the engine compartment. Detailed images are provided in the gallery along with extensive documentation and service records.
This sale will include a clean title and extensive documentation.
Auction Results
- Sold for: $55,500
- Auction End: Jan 23, 2023 01:03:47AM UTC
- Number of Offers: 2
Comments (53)
Glad we could come to an agreement excited to add it to our collection
Sold for $55,500
Offer in the amount of $55,500
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@AZAG39 have reached out to PCAR who should be contacting you shortly, thank-you
@kramco how do I contact you and what is the reduced price?
@AZAG39 hi, short story is yes, but paperwork has been completed and it’s packed up and ready to import it to Australia and just waiting on the import approval. Until then, I’m still happy to sell it for the reduced price shown. Thank you
Has this vehicle sold if not I’m very interested in purchasing it!
no buyers, wow thought these were $75,000 even for non running ones
Good luck to all bidders, it is a beautiful car! We’re getting close to a sale and I dropped the reserve to try and get it done today.
Who’s it going to be?!
Bid in the amount of $54,250
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@PCARMARKET the title is in Australia and will be Fedexed to the buyer immediately upon sale ( which looks to be 4 days by the estimate from FedEx) Payment can be made once it arrives, no problem at all.
@Dluxor1 seller when I bought the car had tried to ascertain that also, but like most cars of this era there can be little info at times. From what the photos show and what my guys tell me, it must have been minor and repairs completed well because there is no evidence and the car drives beautifully. Thank you
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Attention Bidders:
We are updating to reflect that there is a 2-3 week to get title disclosure from the seller. Buyer will not be obligated to pay for the vehicle until the new title is in hand. Please keep this in mind. Thank you.
Bid in the amount of $27,250
Do you know where the impact of the accident was and how severe the damage was? Carfax seems to be very vague.
Was the repaint done well?
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@Cthomas05 Hi @Cthomas05 and thanks for your bid. Yes, it still comes with all of those parts.
Does this car still come with the removed factory 15? BBS wheels, five-speed Getrag transmission, and rear spoiler?
Bid in the amount of $20,000
@Westopher thank you for that, much appreciated!
@kramco I hope you get made whole here as it sounds like kind of a rough experience. Lots of great parts on the car.
@Westopher Thanks for your message. I was just about to post this comment in the thread as I’ve had a few DM’s about it - the last sale on BaT fell through for no fault of the highest bidder and people who I had it on consignment with. BaT got their money and I paid out the highest bidder and my guys as well. I’m not going to complain about anything at my end, all I will say is there was some communication I wasn’t happy with at the beginning of the listing. It is a solid and beautiful car available with a clear title and a reserve, albeit reasonable. Thanks again for your enquiry. Mark
Sorry I meant to write *buyer
What happened with the auction on BAT a few weeks ago? Seller backed out?
@gesmith55 thank you, good pickup. The car is in Austin TX
The summary shows the car is located in TX, but the description states it is being sold out of Maine. Where is the car located?
Bid in the amount of $5,000