E30 m3?

[83SY]

Looking for some advice please. Always loved the shape of the E30 M3 and fancy filling the other side of the garage with one over the winter.

Any pointers, what to look out for other than the obvious?

Low mileage examples seems to be mega money high cica 100k example sub 18k

[shimmy]

Only driven one around a paddock, would love to drive one in anger....know nothing about them sorry!

[Steve B]

Always loved the look of them but being LHD has always put me off actually taking the plunge and buying 1.


Steve

[trackm3]

They sffer a bit with rust so need a proper view, windscreen scuttle panel, rear panel, under the sill covers, front floors, under the fuse box all big areas for rust, Engines are pretty bullet proof if looked after with regular oil changes etc, 215BHP model is the better car if you can find one, normally the later cars 90> are the higher BHP models but check parts havn't been robbed along its life, the 215 model has a larger Exhaust manifold which is very desirable amongst purest's, gearbox's can be a little fragile bt at £400 a rebuild it isn't a major issue, check the ABS Wirks as lots of people fit the 5 series front hubs when the M3 ones are worn this mod muck up the ABS sensor rings unless they change them !

Great fun car that im sure i the next 5>10 years will make a nice profit and there is stil a few bargains out there if your willing to travel.

i loved my last one, wish i never sold it :(

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c258/trackm3/gallery-4.jpg

Looking for some advice please. Always loved the shape of the E30 M3 and fancy filling the other side of the garage with one over the winter.

Any pointers, what to look out for other than the obvious?

Low mileage examples seems to be mega money high cica 100k example sub 18k

[Barry C]

like most things...they are cheaper in Ireland!

If anything you should buy this, put it on pistonheads and make a few grand profit:beer: My commision isn't much...:supz:

http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/BMW/M3/E30/201233209645722/


Rust is the main issue to look out for, high miles are not of much concern. I'd rather a high miler with load of maintenance than one that's had very little driving/maintenance over the last 20+ years

[E30M3SE]

That car is 'cheap' as it's a,

"American model imported from Japan,"

which means it's devoid of the dogleg CR box has a shorter rear diff, only put out 192hp when new. on the plus side being a US car it will have leather, A/C, cruise as well as the more usual e/windows and roof, if that's of interest. Less desirable this side of the pond, thus the price.

[Barry C]

That car is 'cheap' as it's a,

"American model imported from Japan,"

which means it's devoid of the dogleg CR box has a shorter rear diff, only put out 192hp when new. on the plus side being a US car it will have leather, A/C, cruise as well as the more usual e/windows and roof, if that's of interest. Less desirable this side of the pond, thus the price.


fair enough! you could always fit a dog leg. the price of shonkey e30 M3's in the UK is crazy.

[LeinsCSL]

US ones not particularly desirable over here either, which is why it's been on the market for well over a year. I briefly considered it with a plan to de-cat and change over the bumpers, but in the end decided against it and then bought my Alpina instead. Still fancy one though

As has already been mentioned, rust is the thing to watch out for, but if you can find a clean one and are going to garage it, then it's a great car to go for. There was a lovely sterling silver one in Buckinghamshire with 80k miles advertised on PH until last week for £14k, and that didn't seem to take long to sell

There have been a couple of nice 320iS selling in the last while too

[E30M3SE]

US ones not particularly desirable over here either, which is why it's been on the market for well over a year. I briefly considered it with a plan to de-cat and change over the bumpers, but in the end decided against it and then bought my Alpina instead. Still fancy one though

As has already been mentioned, rust is the thing to watch out for, but if you can find a clean one and are going to garage it, then it's a great car to go for. There was a lovely sterling silver one in Buckinghamshire with 80k miles advertised on PH until last week for £14k, and that didn't seem to take long to sell

There have been a couple of nice 320iS selling in the last while too

That car was on Pistonheads in early July 2012 at £8k, sold in a matter of hours. See attachment for the original advert.

It was then immediately advertised on ebay, Cars and Classic and PH for £14K.

[LeinsCSL]

That car was on Pistonheads in early July 2012 at £8k, sold in a matter of hours. See attachment for the original advert.

It was then immediately advertised on ebay, Cars and Classic and PH for £14K.

Good spotting! I didn't see the car, but it looked lovely in the £14k advert. Hadn't realised it had been on since July

I also think it mentioned being completely rust free, which if that was the case it was a bit of a steal for £8k in the current market. Phrases like "project" and "TLC" don't seem to tally to a perfect car though

Also came with heated seats IIRC, which I would have thought were a rare enough option

[Neil M]

Might be worth a look:
http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/bmw-m3-1990-lhd/397880

And on offer at the bay we have this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-M3-E30-LHD-JONNY-CECOTTO-SHOW-CAR-TRACKCAR-BUILT-TO-DTM-SPEC-/221137135981?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&nma=true&si=hOHh%2FlPrFXQP9FKPsTZXkRXUGc0%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

Maybe one day?

[LeinsCSL]

Might be worth a look:
http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/bmw-m3-1990-lhd/397880

And on offer at the bay we have this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-M3-E30-LHD-JONNY-CECOTTO-SHOW-CAR-TRACKCAR-BUILT-TO-DTM-SPEC-/221137135981?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&nma=true&si=hOHh%2FlPrFXQP9FKPsTZXkRXUGc0%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

Maybe one day?


Have to say that the Angel Eyes, eyebrows and crystals would put me right off stuff like that. Might be wrong and missing out on a bargain, but it sends out the wrong signals for me. I suppose at least most of them aren't being sold with subs in the boot anymore

Bit like this (not an M3), which seems to have been on the market for ages: http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C254699
All the talk of 500bhp, the Alpina boot and bonnet badges, the mirrors...

[83SY]

like most things...they are cheaper in Ireland!

If anything you should buy this, put it on pistonheads and make a few grand profit:beer: My commision isn't much...:supz:

http://www.driving.ie/used-cars/BMW/M3/E30/201233209645722/


Rust is the main issue to look out for, high miles are not of much concern. I'd rather a high miler with load of maintenance than one that's had very little driving/maintenance over the last 20+ years

I take on board what your saying but that still looks bloody cheap :thumbs:

[The Gorilla]

Hi,

Quote- '' I take on board what your saying but that still looks bloody cheap''

Really ?

N.A. E30 M3 are not to Euro spec.

No Getrag Dog leg Box, runs the
Overdrive box with a 4.1 LSD.
Little other alterations.
Almost same as Jap Spec.

Not the same drive as a Euro Spec Car,
and thus reflected in the asking price.

Regards,

The Gorilla.

[E30M3SE]

Might be worth a look:
http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/bmw-m3-1990-lhd/397880

And on offer at the bay we have this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-M3-E30-LHD-JONNY-CECOTTO-SHOW-CAR-TRACKCAR-BUILT-TO-DTM-SPEC-/221137135981?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&nma=true&si=hOHh%2FlPrFXQP9FKPsTZXkRXUGc0%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

Maybe one day?

The ebay car I've seen in the metal and is very clean, has been fairly extensively 'tuned' as well whether its putting out 280bhp however I couldn't say, but imo does appear to have afew mods too many.

The supposed 1990 car on PH is never a 1990 car, it's Lach silver which wasn't available in 1990 as a switch to Sterling Silver took place end of 1989. Probably more likely to be a 1987-88 car.

Also stage 1 'superchip' to give 240 bhp, :finga:
There's not a chip on this planet that would get 240bhp that S14.

Also, it's in Jersey, there may be VAT to pay if that was imported in the UK.

Looks like it also has had the 'council' treatment.

ETA, just ran the VIN, production date 1987-02-10.

[83SY]

Have you seen any nice ones for sale sub 15k

[LeinsCSL]

Have you seen any nice ones for sale sub 15k

I've not seen many in the last couple of years, other than that £14k one (which now turns out to maybe not be as nice as first thought). The options seem to be either buy a cheaper / modified one and sort it out, or head to the £18k - £22k asking price cars and see what you can knock them down by

I know someone who bought what looked a prime example a couple of years ago, everything checked out - service history, bodywork, interior, mileage, etc. Had it a couple of weeks and the S14 went pop and had to have it rebuilt. All a matter of luck to some degree, so there's nothing to say that a cheaper one won't be strong as an ox possibly. Again, as long as there's no rust

Here's a car that fascinates me (although £28k), cheaper than an SE, although won't have the cachet of one or a B6 3.5S: http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/bmw-e30-m3-hartge-conversion/761618

[E30M3SE]

Have you seen any nice ones for sale sub 15k

Haven't seen it in the metal but this one appears worth a look at sub £15K.

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C327721

It's an early car but if it's solid it's worth a loook. I'd rather have a solid early 195/200 bhp car than a basket case late car at the same sort of money.

Need the last 7 of the VIN to find the exact spec.

ETA,

this car may also be worth a call to get more info re exact service history etc, although it is more than £15k.

http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/bmw-e30-m3-1990-g/848524


Also more than £15K, probably a sound car,

FOR SALE – E30 M3 1988 Europamiester
The M3 European Champion: A homage to Robert Ravaglia

To commemorate Robert Ravaglia’s incredible winning streak – following the 1987 World Championship ‘Bob’ Ravaglia also won the 1988 European Touring Car Championship – BMW Motorsport GmbH built a special model series limited to 148 units and finished exclusively in Macao Blue Metallic.
All of these 148 cars built from October to November 1988 feature a catalytic converter (195bhp) and bore placards with Robert Ravaglia’s signature.

The European Champion equipment package comprised the following highlights:
• Special paintwork in Macao Blue Metallic
• Extended range of leather upholstery
• Electric window lifts
• 225/45 ZR 16 tyres on 7.5J x 16 inch 3 piece BBS split wheels
• BMW Motorsport package
• M Technic footrest
• Door entry strips bearing the M3 logo

Factory fitted optional extras include:
• Green stripe windscreen
• Sliding/vent roof, electric
• Floor mats velour
• Warning triangle
• Heated front seats
• Headlight washer system
• Cruise control (although this doesn’t work at the moment)
• On-board Computer II with remote control
• BMW Bavaria C Electronic Radio (needs repair)
• BMW Sound system
• Cassette holder
• Kleines Motorsport package

The Special European Championship car retailed in Germany at DM71,700 (€36,881.63).

The only difference versus the standard model was the complete package of European Champion features. Otherwise, the performance data, dimensions and all other specifications relevant to the M3 were the same as on the 195bhp catalyst production model coming off the production line at BMW plant Munich.

This special model was destined to become one of the most valuable and sought-after M3’s in the world. So as a lucky owner for the last 12 years I have treated her like the apple of my eye.

This particular vehicle was #22 of 148 off the production line on 27th October 1988. The time has come to say goodbye to this much loved vehicle. I have owned her since 19th August 1998 and have lovingly restored her. In 2008 I took her back to Munich, during a two week driving holiday around Europe following a complete fluid change (brakes, coolant, oils – engine, gearbox & diff).

I have replaced the scuttle plate and external A pillars, and have all rust cut out and replaced with fresh metal (front jacking points and rear wheel arches, usual spots). I have a library of photographs showing the before, during and after of this work. She has also had two new genuine front wings and a replacement sunroof. She also has a strut brace, K & N air flat filter, a super sprint de-cat centre box, G power stainless steel tail pipe and a genuine Evo II chin spoiler. Since this work has been completed all open cavities of the car have been wax-oiled and she is kept under wraps away from the elements. She has been Zymol waxed since all the work has been done (5 years ago). The only flaw is that the rear boot spoiler needs re-painting.

I have a huge catalogue of receipts and genuine main dealer history from Germany and the UK. She also took part in the re-creation of the ‘M’ photograph taken at the 2011 BMW Festival at Gaydon. The original picture was taken in Italy as part of the advertising campaign for the M3.

The car has never been on a track. I have been the sole owner of the car since she arrived in the UK. She was rolling road tested in September 2007 and produced 189bhp at the fly wheel. Not bad for a 21 year old! She currently has 192156 kilometres (119400 miles); I bought her with 153866 kilometres on the clock. That’s just 2735 kilometres each year of my ownership.

I am reluctantly letting her go in order to fund a new life in Australia. She has 11 months tax and MOT and is situated in Southampton, Hampshire.

Plenty more pictures available, please PM me if you would like to see more or have any questions.

Please no time wasters or tyre kickers, genuine car needs to go to a genuime home.

£18,500 ONO

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2160/1817626259_1bac2d801c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817626259/)
m3 ins interiorbonnet 016 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817626259/) by Paul Shawyer (http://www.flickr.com/people/13524856@N08/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2083/1817648527_d6dfc1951e.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817648527/)
m3 ins interiorbonnet 013 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817648527/) by Paul Shawyer (http://www.flickr.com/people/13524856@N08/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2343/1817636807_07fbb394f4.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817636807/)
m3 ins interiorbonnet 010 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817636807/) by Paul Shawyer (http://www.flickr.com/people/13524856@N08/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2186/1818497214_42025b6e29.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1818497214/)
m3 ins interiorbonnet 006 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1818497214/) by Paul Shawyer (http://www.flickr.com/people/13524856@N08/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2410/1817678247_695a904e7a.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817678247/)
Car complete 035 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817678247/) by Paul Shawyer (http://www.flickr.com/people/13524856@N08/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2106/1818526628_39fd095148.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1818526628/)
Car complete 008 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1818526628/) by Paul Shawyer (http://www.flickr.com/people/13524856@N08/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2257/1817708379_463b434619.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817708379/)
Stoneliegh 07 020 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817708379/) by Paul Shawyer (http://www.flickr.com/people/13524856@N08/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2185/1817726327_de3eeae21f.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817726327/)
Stoneliegh 07 027 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13524856@N08/1817726327/) by Paul Shawyer (http://www.flickr.com/people/13524856@N08/), on Flickr

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[Neil M]

That's a nice example and very desirable at that sort of money.
However talking of Blue:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-E30-M3-1989-LHD-2-3-S14-SANTORINI-BLUE-/221140703495?_trksid=p2047675.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222002%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D11%26meid%3D2855575555694262439%26pid%3D100 011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D3%26sd%3D330805647522%26

Cheap, if you want it as a track car and not a collectors piece.

[83SY]

Got the CSL for the track, looking for a garage queen :-D

That's a nice example and very desirable at that sort of money.
However talking of Blue:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-E30-M3-1989-LHD-2-3-S14-SANTORINI-BLUE-/221140703495?_trksid=p2047675.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222002%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D11%26meid%3D2855575555694262439%26pid%3D100 011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D3%26sd%3D330805647522%26

Cheap, if you want it as a track car and not a collectors piece.

[CraigMillwardCroft]

Got the CSL for the track, looking for a garage queen :-D
Why would you want any car to be a garage queen, use them and abuse them allways more fun :-D

[83SY]

Why would you want any car to be a garage queen, use them and abuse them allways more fun :-D

Are we talking about cars or women? ;)

[CraigMillwardCroft]

Are we talking about cars or women? ;)
Both :thumbs:

[Nostrils]

That car was on Pistonheads in early July 2012 at £8k, sold in a matter of hours. See attachment for the original advert.

It was then immediately advertised on ebay, Cars and Classic and PH for £14K.

This was my car! The original advert was to see what sort of reaction I would get and the phone rang within 30secs of the advert going live. The bloke wanted to see it immediately...long story short, he paid deposit and took later that evening paid in cash. The advert was true on my part, but the subsequent advert was not entirely true....unless of court the visible rust (scuttle) was dealt with (doubtful). The steering wheel was originally an airbag version changed for the 3 spoke and all the spares that went with it were not added with the exception of new number plates.

I had the car since 1999 and for about 5yrs was a daily runner, but insurance changed to Cherished and limited miles, so I had to garage it when not in use. Lost the use of the garage and it sat out the back of the house not really going anywhere. It just had to go. I knew all about the silliness in the pricing of these cars and some on the said websites were far better in condition than mine. I set an amount I wanted and got it. Job done. I couldn't be asked to advertise at some silly cost and hanging around the house showing all and sundry, test drives bla bla...left that to someone who can be bothered.

Weight off my shoulders - I wish any new owners best wishes on the car, I enjoyed it.

Even though I immediately removed the at from PH, the phone didn't stop ringing asking who I sold it too and they all seemed to know who it was and of course all of them would have paid the same money....they were all speculators, looking for a bargain.

[LeinsCSL]

This was my car! The original advert was to see what sort of reaction I would get and the phone rang within 30secs of the advert going live. The bloke wanted to see it immediately...long story short, he paid deposit and took later that evening paid in cash. The advert was true on my part, but the subsequent advert was not entirely true....unless of court the visible rust (scuttle) was dealt with (doubtful). The steering wheel was originally an airbag version changed for the 3 spoke and all the spares that went with it were not added with the exception of new number plates.

I had the car since 1999 and for about 5yrs was a daily runner, but insurance changed to Cherished and limited miles, so I had to garage it when not in use. Lost the use of the garage and it sat out the back of the house not really going anywhere. It just had to go. I knew all about the silliness in the pricing of these cars and some on the said websites were far better in condition than mine. I set an amount I wanted and got it. Job done. I couldn't be asked to advertise at some silly cost and hanging around the house showing all and sundry, test drives bla bla...left that to someone who can be bothered.

Weight off my shoulders - I wish any new owners best wishes on the car, I enjoyed it.

Even though I immediately removed the at from PH, the phone didn't stop ringing asking who I sold it too and they all seemed to know who it was and of course all of them would have paid the same money....they were all speculators, looking for a bargain.

Fair play Nostrils, thanks for coming along and explaining :)

What are you driving now?

[Nostrils]

Fair play Nostrils, thanks for coming along and explaining :)

What are you driving now?

The M3 was a second car! I have been driving an E46 325ci for a couple of years now - Have been with BMW since 1995 after being a Ford nut before then!

[E30M3SE]

Just pop'd up in the PH classifieds,

Evo I.

http://img.pistonheads.com.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Fullsize/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/m3-evolution-edition/bmw-e30-m3-86-92-m3-evolution-edition-S88308-2.jpg

http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/bmw-e30-m3-evolution/864945

[CraigMillwardCroft]

Looks a nice tidy one :thumbs:

[E30M3SE]

Looks a nice tidy one :thumbs:

Yep.

So long as it is what it is advertised as, still has the correct head and isn't rotten as a pear underneath......

[Neil M]

Looks like an honest motor:
http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/bmw-e30-m3-215-bhp-model/848524

[E30M3SE]

http://www.4starclassics.com/assets/Car-Photos/Sport-Evolutions/Front-3qb.jpg

http://www.4starclassics.com/assets/Car-Photos/Sport-Evolutions/Sport-Evo1.jpg

http://www.4starclassics.com/BMW-M3-Sport-Evolutions-For-Sale/

£159,995 the pair.............

[CraigMillwardCroft]

Looks like an honest motor:
http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/bmw-e30-m3-215-bhp-model/848524
Looks a good buy :thumbs:

[Neil M]

Crying out for 'M' Stripes: http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/e30-m3-1990-h-reg/768849 :)
or, just for you Craig (as you like the Dark Side):

http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/bmw/e30-m3-86-92/m3-e30-sport-evolution/883441
a bit on the heavy side, but it is a own owner, low miles and an evo.

[mattCSLnut]

JeeeZaasss ! :119: that's like 6 and a half M3 CSLs :supz:

http://www.4starclassics.com/assets/Car-Photos/Sport-Evolutions/Front-3qb.jpg

£159,995 the pair.............

[CraigMillwardCroft]

JeeeZaasss ! :119: that's like 6 and a half M3 CSLs :supz:
That's a CSL, GT3 RS (orange) and loads of track days and fuel :partyman:

[mattCSLnut]

That's a CSL, GT3 RS (orange) and loads of track days and fuel :partyman:
... or 2 CSLs (one of each colour) + Lamborghini Gallardo Superlaggera and lots of Euro TDs & fuel :partyman:

[CSLSEM3]

... or 2 CSLs (one of each colour) + Lamborghini Gallardo Superlaggera and lots of Euro TDs & fuel :partyman:

Well, its almost enough to do this...:wink:

[CSLSEM3]

They sffer a bit with rust so need a proper view, windscreen scuttle panel, rear panel, under the sill covers, front floors, under the fuse box all big areas for rust, Engines are pretty bullet proof if looked after with regular oil changes etc, 215BHP model is the better car if you can find one, normally the later cars 90> are the higher BHP models but check parts havn't been robbed along its life, the 215 model has a larger Exhaust manifold which is very desirable amongst purest's, gearbox's can be a little fragile bt at £400 a rebuild it isn't a major issue, check the ABS Wirks as lots of people fit the 5 series front hubs when the M3 ones are worn this mod muck up the ABS sensor rings unless they change them !


Also watch out for supposed low mileage claims. The speedo is mechanical and easily tampered with. :mad:

[CraigMillwardCroft]

Well, its almost enough to do this...:wink:

Nice collection :thumbs:

[mattCSLnut]

Well, its almost enough to do this...:wink:
Nice :thumbs: but IMHO the CSL is sitting in the wrong place ;)

[CSLSEM3]

Nice :thumbs: but IMHO the CSL is sitting in the wrong place ;)

Agreed, had to replace front gt4 splitter on E92 after fatal contact at track event. It was up on the lift to facilitate the repair. Updated pic soon. :supz:

[CSLSEM3]

Updated pic. Csl where it belongs.

OP: good luck with your search.

[J13NY S]

Updated pic. Csl where it belongs.

I like that now!! :notworthy:

[mattCSLnut]

Updated pic. Csl where it belongs.


That's better :thumbs: although it's NOT where the CSL belongs :whistle:

[Neil M]

Nobody so far seems to have asked the more pertinent question, how and where did you get the CSL? Is it a garage queen and unable to be driven on the roads.

Excuse the ignorance but we are given to understand that it's not road legal in the US, that includes importing. Fabulous collection of M3's by the way 1 of each.

[mattCSLnut]

Nobody so far seems to have asked the more pertinent question, how and where did you get the CSL? Is it a garage queen and unable to be driven on the roads.

Excuse the ignorance but we are given to understand that it's not road legal in the US, that includes importing. Fabulous collection of M3's by the way 1 of each.
That's because we already have ;) about 18 months ago :-D so a little before your time Neil ;)
Have a search through the CSLR archives :thumbs:

[Neil M]

That's because we already have ;) about 18 months ago :-D so a little before your time Neil ;)
Have a search through the CSLR archives :thumbs:

Thanks for the tip Matt, there's a whole world hidden in the basement but I'm afraid of the dark :hahaha:

[CSLSEM3]

That's better :thumbs: although it's NOT where the CSL belongs :whistle:

Very nice photo! And very envious of the driver.

[CSLSEM3]

Nobody so far seems to have asked the more pertinent question, how and where did you get the CSL? Is it a garage queen and unable to be driven on the roads.

Excuse the ignorance but we are given to understand that it's not road legal in the US, that includes importing. Fabulous collection of M3's by the way 1 of each.

The CSL was federalized by the previous owner. It is properly registered and road legal. My understanding is that this would be very challenging to achieve again.

[Straightsix]

Go to E30 Zone and post .... Plenty of knowledgeable people on there or maybe S14.net or whatever the website is called .... Good luck :-)