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A European S50B32, E36 M3 five-speed, and rally-prepared chassis with documented Targa Newfoundland competition in 2011 separate this example from a standard E30 M3. The indicated 3,800 miles sit near the low end for the generation, while the factory odometer removal leaves total chassis mileage unknown; expired harnesses, a missing fire-suppression bottle, older tires, cosmetic corrosion, and differential whine are disclosed.

Strengths

  • European S50B32 swap paired with an E36 M3 ZF five-speed and OS Giken limited-slip differential.
  • Extensive rally-oriented chassis and braking equipment, including Bilstein dampers, Massive Brakes components, and Wilwood six-piston front calipers.
  • Competition interior with an O’Brien Motorsports cage, Sparco Evo 2 seats, Tilton pedal assembly, and programmable instrumentation.
  • Clean Washington title and no damage or accidents reported by Carfax.
  • Documented 2011 Targa Newfoundland Rally participation.

Watch For

  • The factory odometer was removed, so total chassis mileage is unknown.
  • The seller reports paintwork and partial vinyl wrap, with paint flaking, fading and cracking wrap, rust at the windshield cowl
  • The fire-suppression bottle is missing, and the five-point harnesses are date-expired.
  • The older Toyo tires require replacement, and the differential exhibits gear whine.