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1988 BMW M3

VIN: WBSAK0309J2196884
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$88,000
Oct 24, 2025
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Washington County, Oregon, USA
85,000 mi
Manual
LHD
Original & Highly Original
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About this 1988 BMW M3

VIN: WBSAK0309J2196884

Very good condition 1988 E30 M3. The car is powered by a 2.3-liter S14 inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential, and is finished in Salmon Silver Metallic over black leather. Equipment includes 15″ basketweave wheels, H&R springs, Bilstein rear shocks, a sunroof, a rear spoiler, fog lights, front sport seats, air conditioning, and an onboard computer. Recent service has included replacing the tires, onboard computer, distributor cap, fuel tank seal, fuel pump, fuel filter, valve cover gasket, timing chain tensioner seal, tires, and suspension components. This E30 M3 shows 85k miles and is now offered with the owner’s manual, a clean Carfax report. The car is finished in Salmon Silver Metallic (203) and features an electric sunroof, a rear spoiler, fog lights, painted mirror caps, twin exhaust outlets, and wider fenders compared to the standard E30. The wing and trunk lid were refinished, reportedly to correct failing clear coat, and the seller notes spots of touch-up paint on the bodywork. The 15″ basketweave wheels feature BMW center caps and are wrapped in 195/60 Continental TrueContact Tour tires that were installed in October 2021. Suspension components replaced at that time included strut and shock mounts, bump stops, strut bellows, spring shims, sway bars, and sway bar links. H&R springs and Bilstein rear shocks have been fitted. The manually adjustable front sport seats and the rear bench are upholstered in black leather, and the cabin features a matching dashboard and door panels. Amenities include air conditioning, cruise control, and power windows, mirrors, and locks. The onboard computer was replaced in October 2021, and an AM/FM/cassette stereo is equipped, although it does not work. The driver’s seat bolsters were repaired, and corrosion was repaired inside the trunk near the wheel wells. The three-spoke M-Tech I steering wheel fronts VDO instrumentation including a 160-mph speedometer and an 8k-rpm tachometer as well as gauges for oil temperature, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The six-digit odometer shows 85k miles.

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The BMW M3 Coupe - E30 (1987 to 1991) market. See Similar Markets

CMB $74,492
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There are 20 BMW M3 - E30 for sale across all model years (1987 to 1991) and variants, 13 are Coupe and 6 are model year 1988 . There were 248 Coupe sold in the last 5 years.

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May 2, 2022
Sold at for $90,000
85,000 mi · Omaha, NE, USA

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1988 BMW M3

Original & Highly Original
6865 mi 67k mi
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
Sold
$97,000
Jul 28, 2025
100% Relevance
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Year
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
Model Trim
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Mileage
  • 61K - 122K
Body
Vehicle Type
Body Style
Doors
Driver Side
Ext. Color Group
Int. Color Group
Other Details
Originality
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1988 BMW M3

Original & Highly Original
6865 mi 70k mi
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
For Sale
$129,990
Aug 14, 2025
98% Relevance
Relevance Score Criteria

Model
Year
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
Model Trim
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Mileage
  • 61K - 122K
Body
Vehicle Type
Body Style
Doors
Driver Side
Ext. Color Group
Int. Color Group
Other Details
Originality
Location
Recency

1988 BMW M3

Original & Highly Original
6865 mi 92k mi
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
Sold
$72,600
Jan 23, 2025
97% Relevance
Relevance Score Criteria

Model
Year
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
Model Trim
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Mileage
  • 61K - 122K
Body
Vehicle Type
Body Style
Doors
Driver Side
Ext. Color Group
Int. Color Group
Other Details
Originality
Location
Recency

Specs

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Year
1988
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
M3
Model Trim
Standard
Engine
2.3L I4 (S14)
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Mileage
85,000 mi
VIN
WBSAK0309J2196884
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Coupe
Doors
2 Doors
Driver Side
Left Hand Drive
Ext. Color Group
Silver
Int. Color Group
Black

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