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Generation 1, E30

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05.1988 - 06.1991 · Europe

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Generation 1, E30

E30

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BMW M3, Generation 1, E30, Europe market. This overview covers 2 recorded trim entries associated with this generation (05.1988 - 06.1991). The same trim name may occur in several production periods.

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Seats
4
Engine codes
S14B23
Engine displacement, cc
2302
Drive layout
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
Manual 5
Wheelbase, mm
2562

Specifications and technical details

2 versions

2.3 L, 195 hp, petrol, manual transmission, rear-wheel drive

S14B23 · 5-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive

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2.3 MT 05.1988 - 06.1991

2.3 L, 215 hp, petrol, manual transmission, rear-wheel drive

S14B23 · 5-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive

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2.3 MT 06.1989 - 06.1991

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