Restomod BMW 1987 E30 325iS to M3

We’ve been talking behind the scenes here at GFCSB about the value of E30 M3s. One indication of a valuable vehicle is when folks start making clones of that model. What we have here is an extensive restoration and high end clone job. The folks that went to all the work on this BMW clearly understand that there is potential to get some of that investment back in the E30 Mr market.

The project started as a stripped rolling chassis and they went from there.  As the owner states, this isn’t one for the purists or concours divas.

It is a US spec, 1987 E30 325iS fully converted to E30 M3 body using all original metal OEM E30 M3 body parts, E36 M3 5 lug suspension, Porsche Brembo brakes, custom interior. Top quality work, all body/paint/engine/suspension/brakes are in excellent condition, everything is like new, everything work, there is no rust, no damage, no scratches, no blemishes, no leaks, no problems !!

ENGINE:

M20 motor was rebuilt using 2.7L block and 2.5L iS head, new gaskets, hoses, new timing belt, water pump, full tune-up (filters, plugs, etc..) DINAN chip. This motor pulls really hard, the car is very very quick with a nice power torque curve, it has a lot of power in low and high RPMs with nice mid range ooohmpp. There are no hick-ups, no dead zone in low RPMs (like the s14 motor), this car is fully capable of being a daily driver as well as canyon rocket, it can handle any kind of task you throw at it, this motor is surprisingly capable and is really fun. Motor has about 81k miles on it, no leaks, doesn’t burn any oil, no problems !

SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Full E36 5 Lug conversion, Front M3 Koni Adjustable Shocks, Vogtland Lowering Springs, Z3 Rear Suspension, Bilstien Sport Shocks, Porsche Turbo Brembo Front Brakes Cross Drilled Rotors, new pads, new engine mounts, new bushings, swaybar links, etc…
This car nadles like a dream and stops amazingly, everything works and everything is in excellent condition!

EXTERIOR:

Custom Top Quality Paint Job – Custom Red, only the best materials were used, the car was completely disassembled and stripped. There is no rust anywhere, no paint chips, no scratches, no dings ! OEM M3 Fenders, Quarter panels, Roof, trunk, side skirts, front and rear bumpers with Carbon Fiber Bumper Tape, M3 antenna
Hella Euro Smoked Smileys with HID conversion, Smoked Tails Lights, smoked front turn lenses, Euro tow hook covers, Euro Brake vents, Carbon Fiber front splitter, Evolution hood seals, Carbon Fiber AC Schnitzer mirrors, New BMW roundels, DTM Evo III rear spoiler with Carbon Fiber adjustable Gurney [sic] flap, rear Euro plate holder. Single Wiper conversion Kit. INTERIOR:

Full custom interior featuring Recaro style front seats, e30 m3 rear seat and side panels, everything is custom wrapped in black leather and suede with red stitching, everything in excellent condition, there is no wear or tear on these seats, they are like new! Carpet is in excellent condition ! Momo Steering Wheel, BMW OEM ZHP Shift Knob, Carbon Fiber Cluster Insert, Leather Shift Boot & E-Brake Boot w. M Colors, AC Schnitzer Pedals, Footrest & E-Brake Handle

STEREO:

Blaupunct removable Head Unit, All Speakers Upgraded, new wiring, 10 Inch Subs in trunk, the sound is amazing, this is a really nice sound system !

RIMS /TIRES:

Keskin KT 1’s 8 1/2 Front 10 Rear new rims, New Falcon Tires, mounted and balanced, everything is like NEW !

This is a top notch conversion job that is going to bring good money. The 81,000 miles on the car doesn’t mean much when it has been gone through so carefully. Bidding is up near $15,000 with the reserve not met.  You could find a genuine E30 M3 for less than what you will pay here, but it won’t be nearly as nice or as sorted.

~Evan